Forbes recognizes Arvest Bank as a ‘best employer’ in Arkansas

LITTLE ROCK — Forbes magazine has recognized Arvest Bank as part of its “Best-In-State Employers 2021” list in Arkansas.

Forbes produced the list with its market research partner, Statista. The companies recognized as “Best-InState Employers” were identified in an independent survey based on a sample of approximately 80,000 workers at companies with more than 500 employees in the United States.

A total of 329 employer brands across 25 industry sectors were ranked among the top employers, a news release said.

The evaluation was based on direct and indirect recommendations from employees who were asked to rate their willingness to recommend their own employers to friends and family. Employees were also asked to evaluate other employers in their respective industry and state that stood out either positively or negatively, it said.

“Our goal at Arvest is to have happy and highly satisfied customers, and that simply can’t happen without highly motivated, well-trained and happy associates,” Arvest Chief People Officer

Laura Andress said in the release.

“Our commitment is to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce and workplace that reflects our communities and customers. When associates feel valued, they are willing to give 100-percent effort in taking care of our customers and helping them find financial products and services that make their lives better.”