Everett based Cascade Bank has been voted Favorite Snohomish County Company (with fewer than 250 employees) in NWjobs.com’s 2009 People’s Picks campaign. For the past four years, this online contest has highlighted favorite Northwest employers. According to NWjobs.com, “At these Northwest companies, work is good so life is better.”

“Cascade is honored to be named Favorite Snohomish County Company,” said Carol K. Nelson, president and CEO. “This is a testament to our commitment to provide a warm and positive environment for all Cascade employees, where hard work and personal contribution to the Bank’s success is recognized and valued.”

Voters were asked to submit comments while casting their ballots for their favorite employers. Recurring comments for Cascade Bank included praise for the Bank’s strong leadership, opportunities for employee advancement and encouragement to participate in community volunteer efforts. Cascade’s winning profile can be viewed in its entirety online at http://www.nwjobs.com.