CornerStone United Named Top Employer
Business North Carolina recognizes warranties and service contracts provider and administrator.

Business North Carolina partners with DataJoe market research company to compile the annual list based on surveys of employees and their employers.
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CornerStone United, Inc. was recently recognized in Greensboro, N.C. by Business North Carolina as one of the state’s best places to work.
Headquartered in Hickory, CornerStone United is a leading provider and administrator of warranties and service contracts for clients in the automotive, marine, recreational vehicle and powersports industries across the United States and Canada, serving manufacturers, dealers and agents.
“Our team is proud to be selected as a top employer in the state,” said Keith Townsend, CornerStone United president.
“The competition for talented employees has never been more intense, making it increasingly important to provide excellent employee benefits while creating a workplace culture that helps us recruit and retain skilled employees.”
Business North Carolina partners with DataJoe market research company to compile the annual list based on surveys of employees and their employers covering a variety of essential workplace topics, including organizational health, engagement, recruiting practices, leadership, work-life balance, training, pay, benefits, recognition programs and corporate social responsibility.
CornerStone United was recognized in Business North Carolina magazine’s August issue and honored at a recent Greensboro gala at the Grandover resort.
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