October 17, 2025
Healthiest Employers® was started in 2009 as a way to celebrate companies that are putting their people first by investing in the health of their employees. In partnership with Springbuk, we are pleased to announce the 2025 Healthiest Employers of Indiana.
Congratulations to this year’s winners! Write ups are conducted on the top winner in each category.
25 to 149 Employees
1st Apex Benefits
Indianapolis, Indiana
83 Employees
Apex is a team of benefits strategists committed to helping employers build a culture of health and cost savings. The organization aims to innovate within a traditionally flawed industry, supporting those who advocate for employee well-being. With a data-driven approach, Apex delivers value beyond that of a traditional broker through high-quality analytics and strategic insight.
Apex offers employees up to $300 in taxable wellness reimbursements annually through its internal wellness program, designed to support all dimensions of health. This flexibility allows employees to pursue wellness in meaningful and personal ways, such as attending concerts with family for intellectual wellness, going white water rafting for physical wellness, or participating in a church retreat for spiritual wellness.
In 2024, the program achieved a 90% participation rate, with 81% of employees completing an annual physical or preventive exam.
Apex fosters community engagement by offering two paid Volunteer Time Off days each year and hosting an annual Community Day, during which the office closes so employees can volunteer together locally. Employees have access to Your Money Line for financial education and guidance, as well as direct access to a financial advisor for 401(k) and retirement planning.
2nd Conner Insurance – Indianapolis, Indiana – 54 Employees
3rd SDI Innovations – Lafayette, Indiana – 122 Employees
150 to 499 Employees
1st Monarch Distributing
Indianapolis, Indiana
454 Employees
Founded in 1976 in Spartanburg, South Carolina, by Chris and Jude Reyes, Reyes Beverage Group (RBG) began as a single Schlitz beer distributor and has grown into the largest beer distributor in the United States. Still family-owned, RBG now operates 43 facilities nationwide, delivering over 280 million cases to more than 100,000 accounts each year. Monarch Distributing joined the Reyes Beverage Group in 2020 and operates from two facilities in Indianapolis and Evansville, distributing over 17 million cases annually to more than 7,200 customers. The company proudly offers one of the widest selections of import, craft, and domestic beers in the industry.
Monarch’s integrated health center, staffed with board-certified primary care clinicians and an on-site Doctor of Physical Therapy, serves as the foundation of its flagship Early Intervention Program (EIP). This program allows employees to seek care at the first sign of pain through walk-in visits or same-day virtual triage. Within 24 hours, team members receive immediate assessment and ergonomic coaching, up to four weeks of no-cost physical therapy, customized exercise and mobility plans, workstation adjustments, and seamless referrals for imaging or specialist care through the Care Navigation team.
By eliminating financial and logistical barriers, EIP encourages early reporting of discomfort—preventing minor issues from developing into recordable injuries. In 2024, fewer than 10% of industrial injuries resulted in any lost-time days, contributing to double-digit reductions in claim frequency, claim costs, and total lost days compared to 2023.
Supported by Monarch’s wage-protected Return-to-Work program, EIP helps employees recover faster, stay engaged, and remain connected to their peers. The result is a healthier, more resilient workforce that knows their well-being is Monarch’s top priority.
2nd McGohan Brabender – Dayton, Ohio – 277 Employees
3rd IDI Composites International – Noblesville, Indiana – 190 Employees
4th V3 Companies – Woodridge, Illinois – 358 Employees
5th Royal United Mortgage – Indianapolis, Indiana – 300 Employees
6th AAA Hoosier Motor Club – Indianapolis, Indiana – 260 Employees
500 to 4,999 Employees
1st CNO Financial Group
Carmel, Indiana
3,438 Employees
CNO Financial Group, Inc. serves middle-income Americans by offering life and health insurance, annuities, financial services, and workforce benefits through its family of brands: Bankers Life, Colonial Penn, Optavise, and Washington National. CNO helps protect the health, income, and retirement needs of its customers. The company’s network includes 3,500 associates, 4,700 exclusive agents, and over 5,000 independent partner agents, all dedicated to guiding individuals, families, and businesses through key financial decisions.
CNO Financial Group emphasizes the strong connection between associate well-being and the overall employee experience. Rooted in its People Focus value, CNO fosters a culture that supports, celebrates, and connects its diverse workforce, creating an inclusive environment where all associates feel valued and empowered.
The company integrates well-being into its Business Resource Groups (BRGs), ensuring the unique needs of its diverse associates are addressed through social connection and targeted support. In 2024, CNO focused on a range of relevant topics, including substance misuse, mental and physical health within the Latinx community, caregiver stress, and veteran PTSD and grief. In collaboration with BRGs, CNO also hosted Mental Health First Aid trainings to raise awareness and provide valuable resources.
These efforts contributed to high associate sentiment: 93% reported feeling safe at work, and 82% felt their mental well-being was supported. CNO’s 2024–2025 social calendar reflects a continued investment in associate connection and morale, including events such as a March Madness viewing party, the Corporate Office Grand Opening, Benefits & Well-being Expos, a Holiday Giving Event supporting winter and hunger relief efforts, a Habitat for Humanity build, and a Summer Social & Farmers Market.
2nd Witham Health Services – Lebanon, Indiana – 996 Employees
3rd Sikich LLC – Naperville, Illinois – 1,634 Employees
4th Citizens Energy Group – Indianapolis, Indiana – 1,200 Employees
5th Messer Construction Co. – Cincinnati, Ohio – 1,475 Employees
5,000+ Employees
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1st Astemo Americas, Inc.
Sunbury, Ohio
5,901 Employees
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Astemo Americas, Inc. manufactures and markets engine management, electric powertrain, and integrated vehicle controls for major automotive manufacturers worldwide.
Astemo Americas, Inc. offers a standout benefit: convenient, immediate access to care through telehealth, virtual assistants, wellness platforms, and the onsite Astemo Associates' Wellness Center. The company partners with several wellness vendors, including Hello Heart, Dave Ramsey Smart Dollar, Hinge Health, Live Actively, and Wondr, to support a range of health needs.
A notable success comes from Hello Heart, a digital coaching app focused on heart health. Among users with high blood pressure, 67% have experienced reductions in their blood pressure. Astemo also provides on-site and near-site medical clinics within walking distance of most U.S. plants, facilitating coordinated, continuous care and effective chronic disease management. Each year, all associates and dependents are encouraged to receive a complimentary annual health assessment and physical.
2nd Purdue University – West Lafayette, Indiana – 12,000 Employees
3rd U-Haul International – Phoenix, Arizona – 16,477 Employees
4th CBIZ – Cleveland, Ohio – 10,396 Employees
5th Lincoln Financial – Radnor, Pennsylvania – 9,623 Employees
6th Trilogy Health Services – Louisville, Kentucky – 14,105 Employees
7th Terracon – Olathe, Kansas – 6,710 Employees
