CLINTON, N.J., May 22, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Unity Bank has been named one of the 2017 Best Places to Work in New Jersey in the small/medium category. This survey and awards program identifies, recognizes and honors the top places of employment in New Jersey that benefit the state's economy, workforce and businesses.

The Best Places to Work in New Jersey program is made up of 100 companies split into two groups: 65 small/medium-sized companies (15-249 employees) and 35 large-sized companies (more than 250 employees).

To qualify, companies had to fulfill the following eligibility requirements:

• At least 15 employees working in New Jersey
• Be a for-profit, not-for-profit or government entity
• Be a publicly or privately held business
• A facility in New Jersey
• A minimum of 1 year in business

“It is an honor to be named one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey, a recognition that is a testament to our employees commitment to providing customers with a personalized banking experience,” said Unity Bank President & CEO James A. Hughes. “As a community bank, our goal is to recruit employees who are willing to go the extra mile for customers. Our bank management team in turn works to find new and innovative ways to recognize our employees for their dedication and to make the bank an enjoyable place to work.”

Companies from across the state entered the two-part process to determine the 100 Best Places to Work in New Jersey. The overall registration and survey process was managed by Best Companies Group (BCG). BCG also analyzed the data provided and used their expertise to determine the final rankings.

The awards program, created in 2005, is produced by NJBIZ. The Best Places to Work in New Jersey awards reception and ceremony was held on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at the iPlay America’s Event Center in Freehold.

For more information on the Best Places to Work in New Jersey program or to reserve your seats to the event, please visit www.njbiz.com/events or contact Anna Acquaviva at annaa@njbiz.com. 

About Unity Bancorp, Inc.
Unity Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:UNTY), the parent company of Unity Bank, its primary and wholly owned subsidiary, is a financial services organization headquartered in Clinton, N.J. Unity Bank provides financial services to businesses and consumers at 17 branches throughout New Jersey and the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. Unity Bank provides community-oriented commercial banking services, including deposit accounts, loans, online and mobile services. For more information, please visit www.unitybank.com or call 800-618-BANK (800-618-2265).

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