OGDEN, UT: December 15, 2011 –Utah Business magazine, the state's leading business publication, presented Goldenwest Credit Union with the "Best Companies To Work For" award at a luncheon held today in Salt Lake City. This is the second time Goldenwest has received this honor.

"At Goldenwest, we strive to create an environment where employees feel valued and rewarded," said Shelley B. Clarke, Goldenwest President/CEO.

Utah businesses were judged in a variety of areas such as benefits, philosophy, culture, advancement, recognition, communications and community involvement.

Although it is difficult to measure an exact return on the organization's employee benefits, Clarke stated that the success is evident through the credit union's performance.

"You can't put a price on loyalty," said Clarke. "We have a dedicated team committed to the credit union philosophy of 'people helping people.'"

The 75 year old credit union won the award in the category for medium-sized businesses with 200-500 employees. Hundreds of companies across Utah were nominated with the award, with 25 finalists being named one of Utah's Best Companies To Work For.

Based in Ogden, Goldenwest currently employs 275 people, serving members at 18 branches throughout Utah.