Assurance Named a Top Generation Y Employer by Brill Street and Company

SCHAUMBURG, IL (September 30, 2009) - Assurance Agency Ltd., located in Schaumburg, IL, was recently recognized as one of Chicago’s top 50 “Generation Y Employers” by Brill Street and Company. The company has received similar recognition as a “Best Place to Work” by the National Association for Business Resources, and business publication’s Crain’s Chicago Business, Business Ledger and Business Insurance.

Brill Street collaborated with research firm GfK Custom Research North America to identify and examine companies with outstanding workplace practices, as well as to survey workers under 29 to tell what perks and practices were most important to the youngest generation in the work force. According to the research, Gen Y workers want flextime, the ability to work from home, ample vacation, access to social media, opportunities for advancement, company-sponsored social events, generous health benefits, tuition reimbursement, employee empowerment and evidence of social responsibility.

“Insurance brokerage Assurance Agency really promotes education and employee growth. Given Generation Y’s desire for development programs, this is a great place for them to work. Assurance provides on-site classes and gives employees $100 when they pass a class. It’s invigorating to see a company that understands the importance of employee personal development,” says CEO Joe Dwyer of Brill Street and Company (http://brillstreet.com).

"Over the years we’ve continued to improve our culture and add benefits important to our employees. And we will continue to do so. Creating this kind of environment keeps employees happy and engaged, which ultimately impacts our clients and our oval success," said Anthony Chimino, Assurance CEO. Click here to read the article in its entirety.