BayPort Credit Union Achieves Top Workplaces Honor for 2025 in Virginia

BayPort Credit Union Recognized as a Top Workplace

BayPort Credit Union, a notable financial institution based in Newport News, Virginia, is proud to announce its recognition by Inside Business as a Top Workplace for 2025 in the Hampton Roads area. This achievement marks the second consecutive year that BayPort has gained such an esteemed accolade. The organization was ranked #16 amongst 24 large companies in the region, highlighting its commitment to fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment.

The recognition stems from the feedback collected through an anonymous employee survey conducted by Energage, LLC, a third-party partner specializing in employee engagement metrics. This year, an impressive total of approximately 1,720 organizations participated in the survey, and only 61 employers achieved the coveted Top Workplace distinction. This reflects the high standards of satisfaction among employees within the organizations recognized.

Jim Mears, the President and CEO of BayPort Credit Union, expressed pride in this recognition, stating, "This honor reflects the culture we are building and the commitment BayPort brings to serving our members and supporting one another every day. This recognition is the result of our team’s voices, ideas, and dedication to making our workplace better."

Earning a place on the Top Workplaces list requires that a company's aggregated employee feedback score exceeds national benchmarks, which have been established based on responses from about 30 million employees over the span of 19 years. Eric Rubino, CEO of Energage, emphasized the significance of this award: "Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees. That's something to be proud of." He also noted the importance of allowing employees to voice their opinions in today's market, stating that ensuring employees feel heard is paramount.

For BayPort Credit Union, the recognition underscores its commitment to an engaging workplace culture where employees feel valued and empowered. As the credit union continues to manage over $2.4 billion in assets and serves approximately 152,000 individuals and businesses across 29 branches, maintaining a positive work environment is crucial for achieving its mission of providing excellent service to its members.

In 1928, BayPort Credit Union was founded by 12 shipyard workers who sought a low-interest source of loans and a reliable place to deposit money. Today, the organization not only focuses on mutual financial growth but also on cultivating a work culture that values employee contributions.

The details of how BayPort Credit Union strives to build an exceptional workplace culture can further be explored on the Top Workplaces platform.

As the financial institution prepares for future endeavors, the recognition as a top workplace not only reinforces its reputation within the community but also serves to attract new talent who value a supportive work culture that prioritizes employee satisfaction alongside organizational success.