West Bend, IA (July 15, 2026) – Country Maid, Inc. has been named the winner of two 2026 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence awards by Energage. The awards recognize organizations that excel in specific areas of workplace culture, specifically work-life flexibility and compensation & benefits.
The work-life flexibility award celebrates organizations who provide a variety of options to their employees in regard to how and where they work as well as recognizes managers who go above and beyond in their care for their employees’ concerns and wellbeing. The compensation & benefits recognition is awarded to companies who provide their employees with not only material rewards but also with appreciation for all the work they do.
Country Maid offers a range of benefits in both of these categories. Benefits include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as supplemental insurance, wellness reimbursement, an employee stock ownership plan, and a debt-free degree program. For work-life flexibility, they offer flexible work arrangements, remote options, paid parental leave, and paid time off for college visits. The company also regularly reviews its policies by gathering employee feedback on how work and home responsibilities intersect.
“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”
The Top Workplace winners are chosen solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization: alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few.
About Country Maid, Inc.
Country Maid, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, manufactures an extensive selection of premium bakery items and iconic brands that are available in both fundraising and retail markets, including the “famous” Butter Braid® Pastry. Country Maid, together with its national network of dealerships, has helped fundraising groups across the nation raise over $380 million for thousands of worthy causes. Employing over 90 workers from 30 northwest Iowa communities, Country Maid continues to grow and live out its mission of “Helping Others Help Each Other”.
For more information on Country Maid, Inc., visit www.countrymaid.net.
About Top Workplaces
Top Workplaces believes that great workplaces don’t happen by accident. They’re built on leaders who listen, managers who create growth opportunities, and employees whose voices shape the culture every day. That’s why a Top Workplaces recognition is earned through the simple and credible Energage Workplace Survey — no judges, votes, or pay-to-play tactics.
For more information, visit https://topworkplaces.com/.
