Meet Eileen"I like simplicity. It makes the woman important.I want clothes to help us relax into ourselves."

EILEEN FISHER –HR PRACTICES

INTRODUCTIONEileen Fisher is an American clothing designer & founder of the American’s women’s clothing retailer, Eileen Fisher, Inc. Fisher’s design is characterised by simplicity, & her company is known for using non- traditional models in print advertisements, including its own employees.

COMPANY PROFILEIndustry - retailGenre – FashionFounded – 1984HQ – NY, United StatesNo of Locations – 56 in 15 statesProducts – ClothingEmployees – 800+Website – www.eileenfisher.com

Fisher’s company emphasizes sustainability – with70% of the cotton used in its clothing sourced from organic cotton.

In order to avoid fabric & fibre waste, the Company started a recycling program.

Customers donate their gently used EF Clothing in return of a $ 5gift certificate per article.

After dry cleaning the garment are resold- with the income funding business grants for women & leadership programs for young women.

MISSIONPurpose Inspire simplicity, creativity and delight

through connection and great design.ProductDesign products that delight the spirit and

simplify lifePracticeCreate an environment that inspires our best

work, individually and in connection.ProfitabilityHave our mission drive our business and our

profitability foster our mission

LEADERSHIP PRACTICES 1COMMUNICATES VISION

KEEP IT SIMPLE

INSPIRE CREATIVITYTEAM WITH PEOPLE

ENGAGE PEOPLE

LEADERSHIP PRACTICES 2NURTURE GROWTH IN OTHERSNURTURE GROWTH IN YOURSELFCREATE A JOYFUL ATMOSPHERECOMMUNICATE OPENLY

TELL THE TRUTH

ACHIEVEMENTS

2013 Great Place to WorkTM Winner

The Best Small & Medium Workplaces

BENEFITS

WELL BEING

CONNECTION TO FAMILIESJOYFUL

ATMOSPHERE

WELL BEINGMedical: EILEEN FISHER contributes a

generous portion toward the cost of each employee's medical benefits

Dental: X-ray, annual cleaning, basics etc.Flexible Spending Accounts: The flexible

spending account allows eligible employees to set aside pre-tax dollars into an account which can be used for: medical/dental expenses not covered by your regular health insurance; dependent care including childcare; and qualified adoption expenses

Life Insurance: Our life insurance policy is provided at no cost to all eligible employees. The plan provides a benefit of two times the base salary. In addition, employees have the option to purchase supplemental life insurance, including coverage for their spouse/domestic partner and children

VacationPersonal\ sick daysPersonal observance Holidays

Short-Term and Supplemental Disability

Long-Term Disability401(k)Employee Stock Ownership PlanProfit-sharing Bonus Employee Assistance ProgramWellness & Education ProgramsOn-site Wellness Services

CONNECTION TO FAMILIESParental leavePartner leaveDomestic partner coverageAdoption assistanceBereavement Leave:Flexible work arrangements

JOYFUL ATMOSPHEREClothing allowanceSample salesService awardsCommunity gatheringsPeer partner programSummer hours

WELLNESS

• SERVICES• LEARNING

EMPLOYEES

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT Learning activities provide opportunities to step back

from day-to-day work, to reflect on themselves, to experience new thinking and to listen to others. At EILEEN FISHER, individual and collective growth is encouraged through:

Group off-site meetings where they explore their work together on key topics or business opportunities.

Internal workshops designed for a shared learning experience the ways they relate as leaders or individual contributors.

External training/education programs ranging from degree programs at colleges and universities to workshops on specific topics related to their work.

Taking on new tasks or projects with guidance from someone who has experience.

Participation on key teams such as the Wellness Committee, the Social Consciousness Committee, various volunteerism teams, their Eco Product Team, their Diversity & Inclusion Task Force and their Peer Partner program to support new employees.

They believe that the development of their people and of their collaborative teams helps their company thrive both culturally and financially. It also supports their employees in their nonwork lives. As one of their leaders said recently, “Working at this company has made me a better person.”

ENVIRONMENTTheir environmental initiative is a

company priority, involving changes big and small—from developing eco materials and supporting renewable energy to recycling clothing. It's a commitment to their belief in honoring the earth and its connection to our well being. By seeking the best practices throughout the lifecycle of their products, they are creating healthier environments for farmers, supply chain workers and future generations.

PARTNERS

PEOPLE AT EFWhen I interview prospective

employees, I often talk about how people start their careers at EILEEN FISHER doing one thing. As they grow and develop, they switch gears and sometimes reinvent themselves entirely.”        - Celeste Thompson, Human Resources

NICOLE BENUSKA – Brand Merchandiser

What sets EF apart from other places you have worked?

Having worked for small companies before EILEEN FISHER, I've actually been impressed that I've found more similarities than differences.

The camaraderie and community I cherished about the small businesses also thrives in the EILEEN FISHER work culture.

Our passion and commitment to sustainability, ECO initiatives and human rights truly inspires me.

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