WARWICK, R.I. (July 17, 2025) — Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) and the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce presented the 31^st annual Worksite Health Awards to 48 companies at a celebration at the Crowne Plaza today.,

The Worksite Health Awards honor Rhode Island-based employers that demonstrate sincere commitment to maintaining a healthy workplace through policy, culture, and educational opportunities. With some companies having locations outside the state and with workforces that are hybrid or virtual, the awards help showcase employer commitment in Rhode Island and beyond, as well as best practices for improving the health and well-being of employees. 

This year’s awards included a special category—Inspiring Voices—that required submission of essays recounting notable workplace wellness initiatives. Winning essays included:

• BankNewport — On the transformative power of its Vitality Wellness Program and featuring two employees who improved chronic health issues through exercise and nutrition. 
• Highbar Physical Therapy — On its Special Interest Groups, which foster learning, innovation and connection, and a company challenge, September of Move, that inspired  employees and their families to get more active.
• Raytheon Company – Naval Power — On how company employees rallied to improve their readiness to respond to heart attacks, strokes and seizures following a medical event on the company’s production floor in which employees rushed to provide aid to a colleague.  

“At Blue Cross, we’re proud to recognize—and celebrate—local businesses that are dedicated to the health and well-being of their employees,” said John Donohue, BCBSRI Vice President of Commercial Markets. “With so many companies headquartered in Rhode Island, their best practices are a model for businesses within our state and across the nation. It was inspiring to see the creative, innovative ways that employers are helping their employees improve their physical, mental, and social well-being.”

Laurie White, President of the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce, said, “Now in the 31st year of the Worksite Health Awards, we remain inspired by the creativity and commitment of those Rhode Island companies that go above and beyond to make employee wellness a priority. “By supporting healthy lifestyles and boosting morale, worksite wellness programs are a win-win for everyone. We are once again proud to partner with Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island to recognize local businesses finding innovative and engaging ways to help their employees live better, healthier and happier lives.”

Businesses were named 2025 Worksite Health Award honorees in these three categories: 

Exemplary honorees

American Mathematical Society, BankNewport, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island, Brown University, Brown University Health, Bryant University, Care New England Health Services, Coastal1 Credit Union, Comprehensive Community Action Program, Cooley Group, , Dominion Diagnostics, LLC., Gilbane, Inc., Greenwood Credit Union, Highbar Physical Therapy, Hinckley Allen, Meeting Street, Navigant Credit Union, Ocean State Job Lot, Ortho Rhode Island, Providence College, Raytheon – Naval Power, Rhode Island Zoological Society, RI Housing, RIPIN (Rhode Island Parent Information Network), Roger Williams University Simply Wellness, South County Health, State of Rhode Island, Swarovski Optik North America, LTD, The Beacon Mutual Insurance Company, The Washington Trust Company, Toray Plastics (America), Inc.,, Westbay Community Action Inc. 

Superior honorees

AIPSO, Brookwood Finishing, CME Corp., Falvey Insurance Group, Living in Fulfilling Environments (LIFE), Inc, Paul Masse Automotive Group, Rhode Island Commerce, Rhode Interlocal Risk Management Trust, Saint Elizabeth Community, Taco Comfort Solutions, Wood River Health.

Outstanding honorees 

Blackstone Valley Community Health Center, Crossroads RI, Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 51, The RISE Group, University Orthopedics.

All Rhode Island-headquartered businesses are eligible to apply for the Worksite Health Awards. BCBSRI, in partnership with the Chamber, is a proud presenting sponsor of the awards, which have recognized local businesses for creating healthy workplaces since 1995.