DUBLIN, Calif — Patelco Credit Union was named a Best-in-Class Employer of 2025 by industry performance analysis firm Gallagher, recognizing the organization’s strong results in employee wellbeing and benefits strategy.
The honor is based on Gallagher’s annual nationwide Benefits Strategy and Benchmarking Survey, which identifies employers with a commitment to supporting health, financial confidence, and career growth while maintaining sustainable costs. Data was collected from more than 4,000 nonprofit and for-profit companies across 23 industries.
Gallagher evaluates key factors such as benefits planning, wellbeing initiatives, workforce engagement, retirement support, and healthcare cost management. Employers recognized in this category demonstrate a strong commitment to balancing employee needs with sustainable business practices. Gallagher’s assessment found that Patelco Credit Union excelled across these areas, reinforcing its people-first philosophy and quality service for members.
"We are deeply honored to receive this recognition of our commitment as an organization to foster an environment where every employee can thrive,” said Susan Makris, Chief People Officer at Patelco. “When our employees are supported, engaged, knowledgeable and empowered, they in turn provide the best service to our members, helping them to secure and grow their financial wellbeing.”