Two South Florida governments have been honored for putting employee wellness at the center of their workplace culture.
Broward County Government, with 6,158 employees, claimed the top spot statewide, while Palm Beach County, with 5,832 employees, earned its first-ever placement at No. 5 in the 2025 Healthiest Employers of Florida awards for organizations with more than 5,000 employees.
The annual program evaluates employers using a 1–100 scoring system across six categories—strategy, culture, engagement, communications, programming, and outcomes—spotlighting those that excel in health-focused initiatives and innovative benefits.
Broward County is guided by a unified vision: to create an inclusive and resilient community with a thriving quality of life, from sawgrass to seagrass.
That vision is backed by one of the most comprehensive and innovative wellness programs of any government employer. Despite operating within a fixed pension system, Broward offers an optional 457(b) retirement plan with a matching contribution of up to $2,600, and to encourage participation, the County strategically increased every employee’s base pay by the same amount.
Well-being efforts extend far beyond finances. Weekly Zumba, cardio, yoga and stretching classes are offered alongside access to exercise equipment at multiple worksites. Employees can receive personalized coaching from a nurse liaison and dietitian, and are encouraged to join team-based fitness activities like softball games, runs/walks and ping-pong tournaments. The Employee Assistance Program provides additional counseling and support. Financial education is woven into the program with retirement and investment sessions, Medicare workshops, Financial Fit Fairs and consultations with deferred compensation vendors.
Neighboring Palm Beach County made the list for the first time, earning praise for a workplace culture that adapts to the changing needs of its workforce. “This recognition is a testament to Palm Beach County’s commitment to the well-being of our employees,” said County Administrator Joseph Abruzzo. “We are proud to be among the top organizations in Florida and remain dedicated to supporting our workforce, especially when it comes to health and wellness.”
Other large employers in the top five include U-Haul International (2nd), CBIZ (3rd) and Burns & McDonnell (4th), each recognized for standout health programs ranging from fertility coverage to chronic condition management.
The Healthiest Employers program is powered by Springbuk, a health intelligence platform that helps organizations use data-driven insights to improve employee health and manage healthcare costs.
