Evara Health Named a U.S. Best-in-Class Employer by Gallagher
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CLEARWATER, Fla. - Floridant -- Evara Health has been recognized as a Best-in-Class Employer in Gallagher's 2024 U.S. Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey. This recognition underscores Evara Health's excellence in implementing effective strategies for managing people, benefits and HR programs. Evara Health was selected for its comprehensive approach to strategically investing in benefits, compensation and the employee experience — all aimed at supporting the health, financial confidence and career growth of its employees while maintaining a sustainable cost structure.

Gallagher's Best-in-Class Employer designation helps current and prospective employees understand and appreciate an organization's workplace culture and people strategy, which are crucial differentiators in today's competitive labor market.

"This honor as a Best-in-Class Employer is not just about what we do, but how we make our employees feel—heard, valued, and cared for," said Stephen Lytle, Assistant Vice President of People & Culture. "At Evara Health, our commitment to employee satisfaction and engagement s crucial for delivering the best possible care to our patients."

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As a U.S. Best-in-Class Employer, Evara Health earned points based on its performance in several key areas:

• Planning horizons for the benefits and compensation strategies
• Extent of the wellbeing strategy
• Turnover rate for full-time equivalents (FTEs)
• Completion of a workforce engagement survey
• Use of an HR technology strategy and its level of sophistication
• Difference in healthcare costs over the prior year

"Evara Health recognizes the crucial link between people's wellbeing and organizational success," said William F. Ziebell, CEO of Gallagher's Benefits & HR Consulting Division. "When employees enjoy their work, appreciate their benefits and feel connected, the organization thrives — boosting positivity, retention, performance and overall prosperity. That proactive people strategy helps make Evara Health a Best-in-Class Employer."

About Evara Health

Founded in 1980 by Dr. Johnnie Ruth Clarke, Evara Health has been dedicated to serving the communities of Pinellas County for over 40 years. As a steadfast not-for-profit healthcare organization, we are committed to providing affordable, primary healthcare to the underserved, low-income, uninsured, and underinsured populations. Today, Evara Health proudly serves over 70,000 patients annually, offering a comprehensive range of services including primary care, pediatrics, women's health, behavioral health, dental care, and more. Our enduring mission is to ensure that every member of our community has access to the highest quality health care services, regardless of their ability to pay. Visit us at https://evarahealth.org/.

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About the Best-in-Class Benchmarking Analysis

Gallagher's U.S. Best-in-Class Benchmarking Analysis profiles statistically significant attributes of top-performing midsize (100-999 FTEs) and large employers (1,000 or more FTEs). Data from Gallagher's 2024 U.S. Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey was interpreted to identify participants that excel in optimizing employee and organizational wellbeing.