Employee-driven recognition highlights commitment to culture, community impact and career growth
Fargo, N.D. - September 4, 2025 — Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND) is proud to announce its inclusion in Prairie Business magazine’s prestigious list of the 50 Best Places to Work in the region. This recognition reflects the voices of employees across North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota who nominated their companies based on workplace culture, growth opportunities, teamwork and morale.
BCBSND believes in the power of partnership, potential and purpose. As a not-for-profit organization rooted in service, the organization is committed to making health care more affordable and accessible for all North Dakotans - and beyond. Every day, employees make a meaningful impact on the well-being of individuals, families and communities.
“This honor is a testament to the people who make BCBSND a truly special place to work,” said President and CEO, Dan Conrad. “Our culture is built on compassion, collaboration and a shared commitment to improving the health and well-being of our communities.”
What sets BCBSND apart is its people-first culture. The organization fosters a supportive environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers while living out core values: integrity, collaboration, service excellence, responsible stewardship, enthusiasm and constant innovation.
The company’s commitment to the community is just as strong. Through the BCBSND Caring Foundation, employees receive paid volunteer time and the opportunity to support local initiatives such as United Way, Meals on Wheels and school mentorship programs. Giving back isn’t just good for the community - it’s good for the soul.
A Year of Recognition
This award joins a growing list of accolades BCBSND earned in 2025:
- URAC Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder Parity Accreditation: BCBSND became one of the first organizations in the nation to receive this groundbreaking accreditation, demonstrating leadership in equitable behavioral health access and compliance with federal parity standards.
- USA Today’s America’s Best Customer Service Award: BCBSND was recognized among the top 600 companies nationwide for exceptional customer service, based on feedback from over 67,000 consumers. This honor reflects commitment to transparency, accessibility and solution-oriented care.
- United Way of Cass-Clay’s Philly GOAT Award: BCBSND was named the #1 Most Generous Workplace, earning the coveted Philly GOAT trophy for unmatched philanthropic impact. This award celebrates our employees’ dedication to giving back and making a difference in the communities we call home.
About Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
BCBSND was founded in 1940 with the mission to provide members with affordable access to health care across the state. As an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (BCBSA), BCBSND is committed to transforming care and health across the state to improve outcomes, lower cost trends and make it easier to shop, buy and use health care coverage. Members have access to unmatched local service and to a comprehensive network of health care providers across the state, the nation and more than 190 countries.
About the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association is a national federation of independent, community-based and locally operated Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies that collectively provide health care coverage for one in three Americans. BCBSA provides health care insights through The Health of America Report series and the national BCBS Health IndexSM. For more information on BCBSA and its member companies, please visit bcbs.com.
