Northwest Bank Named One of Buffalo Business First’s Best Places to Work for 2024

Buffalo, New York (April 5, 2024) – Northwest Bank, a full-service financial institution offering a complete line of business and personal banking solutions, has been recognized as one of the best places to work in Western New York by Buffalo Business First. Northwest was one of six finalists within the extra-large category.

“Being named one of Buffalo Business First’s Best Places to Work is an honor and a true testament to the dedication and service of our incredible team,” said Rick Hamister, Great Lakes region president, Northwest Bank. “Our employees are our greatest asset and have created not just a great workplace, but a home for excellence.” 

The Best Places to Work awards program honors employers who are going above and beyond to provide their employees with the best possible work experiences and set them up for success. Results were based on confidential surveys in which employees evaluated their employers in areas such as goals and leadership, communication and support, advancement opportunities and skill development, recognition and compensation, tolerance and flexibility and embracing innovation and ideas.

Companies were categorized by the following sizes:

• Micro: 10–24 employees
• Small: 25–49 employees
• Medium: 50–99 employees
• Large: 100–249 employees
• Extra-large: 250–799 employees
• Jumbo: 800–plus employees