Sun Life U.S. has been recognized as one of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s 2026 Top Workplaces for the third year in a row, according to an April 17 announcement. The recognition comes after Sun Life established its presence in Wisconsin through its acquisition of DentaQuest in 2022 and the opening of a new office space at Bayshore Center in 2025.
The award highlights Sun Life’s ongoing efforts to foster a positive work environment and support employee engagement, flexibility, and benefits. Tammi Wortham, senior vice president of Human Resources at Sun Life U.S., said, “Receiving this recognition again in Milwaukee shows that our purpose-driven culture is resonating with our local DentaQuest team and supporting our shared goals. We understand the importance of a progressive approach to benefits, employee engagement and flexibility, meeting our employees where they are. When you show your employees they are cared for, it inspires their work and drives individual and business success.”
The Milwaukee office serves as a hub for DentaQuest employees who support operations for one of the largest dental insurers nationwide. DentaQuest is also recognized as the largest Medicaid dental provider in the United States with more than 30 million members across 22 states.
Top Workplaces is administered by Energage based on employee feedback about company culture and benefits. Sun Life U.S. has received similar recognitions from other publications including USA Today (five years), Boston Globe (seven years), Hartford Courant (four years), and Kansas City Business Journal.
In addition to these honors, Sun Life maintains a flexible hybrid work model allowing employees to choose between working from home or at various offices across the country or internationally such as Waterford, Ireland.
Sun Life Financial supports sustainability through responsible investing initiatives that promote healthier communities according to the official website. The company focuses on helping clients achieve lifelong financial security and better health according to the official website. Kevin Strain serves as president and chief executive officer according to the official website.
Sun Life conducts business across Canada, United States, Asia, and Europe according to the official website, providing insurance, wealth management products, asset management services according to the official website, and operates within financial services offering solutions tailored for both individuals and corporate clients according to the official website.
