HR Strategies: Fortune 100 Best Places to Work By: Rhianna Ross

About CarMax “America’s largest used car retailer” Founded in ,914 total US employees differentiation business strategy #64 on the list (11 years in a row)

The CarMax Approach To HR Cutting-edge training and development programs and Concern for healthy work-life balance Internal labor sourcing Family-like work environment

What The Employees Say "Everyone is made to feel like this is a family business, and you are a part of it. The cook-outs for team building or for communications meetings give you that feeling of family.” “CarMax believes in investing in their associates and letting you grow and find the right career path for you."

About Wegmans A “family owned super market chain” “incredible service” and “superior products” Founded in ,211 total US employees Differentiation business strategy Ranked 7 th on the list (18 years on the list)

The Wegmans Approach to HR Industry leading compensation and benefits Internal labor sourcing Job-based and Organization-based fit Rewards high performers Family-like atmosphere 5% voluntary turnover

What The Employees Say “I feel like I'm part of a family. My co-workers are my friends, and management goes out of their way to make me feel like I'm more than just an employee to them.” "To me, the importance placed on employee appreciation makes this place like none other.”

About Build-A-Bear Workshop A teddy bear workshop “where best friends are made” Founded in ,272 total US employees Differentiation business strategy Ranked 59 th on the list (7 years total)

The Approach to HR Fun and fast-paced work environment Unique perks High degree of autonomy Internal labor sourcing Unique hiring process Employee recognition and rewards

What The Employees Say “we are encouraged to play in the workshop to find new ideas to interact with guests. Ideas are heard and considered, whether from the field or from a corporate partner.” “we win as a team and we lose as a team, but we are always a team. This creates an environment unlike any I have ever experienced in the workplace."