MARQUETTE, MI – Embers Credit Union is proud to announce that it has been named one of Michigan's Top Workplaces by the Detroit Free Press, marking its third consecutive year receiving the honor. Embers was the first business in Michigan's Upper Peninsula to earn this recognition, making this third consecutive award an especially meaningful milestone.
The Top Workplaces award is based entirely on confidential feedback from team members, collected through an independent survey administered by Energage, an employee engagement technology company. The survey measures important aspects of the workplace experience, including feeling respected and supported, having opportunities to grow, and being empowered to succeed.
For Embers, what makes this recognition so meaningful is that it comes directly from the people who help shape its culture every day.
"Our brand is the promise we make to our members and communities, but our culture is how we keep it," said David Black. EVP/COO, at Embers Credit Union. "We spend too much time at work to not enjoy being here, and providing great experiences to our members starts with providing great experiences to our team. To receive this recognition for three consecutive years, based entirely on their feedback, means so much to us."
At Embers, workplace culture is about more than any single initiative or award. It's reflected in how team members support one another, the opportunities they have to grow, and the shared commitment to making a positive impact on the members and communities they serve.
While three consecutive Top Workplaces awards are certainly something to celebrate, Embers recognizes that building a strong workplace culture is an ongoing commitment. The feedback gathered through the survey provides valuable insight to continue improving the overall team member experience.
"The award itself is fantastic, and we're proud of it," added Black. "But the real value is in getting all that feedback so we can keep doing what works and figure out where we can do better and make adjustments to keep building on what makes Embers special. This doesn't let us declare victory; it just lets us know we're on the right path."
As Embers looks ahead, the credit union remains focused on strengthening its culture, investing in its people, and creating an environment where team members feel valued, supported, and excited about the work they do.
ABOUT EMBERS CREDIT UNION
Embers is a member-owned, full-service financial institution serving communities throughout Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and northern Wisconsin. With more than $630 million in assets, Embers helps individuals, families, and businesses spark financial opportunities through modern financial solutions backed by the personal service of a local credit union. At its core, Embers is committed to helping their members thrive, and the communities they serve grow stronger.
ABOUT ENERGAGE
Energage is an employee engagement technology company that helps organizations better understand and improve their workplace culture through employee feedback. Its Top Workplaces awards recognize organizations based on confidential employee surveys measuring key aspects of the workplace experience. Learn more at www.topworkplaces.com.
MEDIA CONTACT
Dylan Bloniarz - dbloniarz@embers.org
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November 13, 2026
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