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Scottrade, a leading branch-supported online investment firm, was named to Training magazine's Top 125 list. 2009 marks the third consecutive year that Scottrade was recognized on the Top 125 list for its commitment and excellence to professional development.
Scottrade ranked No. 61 on this year's list of the 125 companies that excel at employee training and development. The award winners were announced Feb. 9 at the Training 2009 Conference & Expo in Atlanta, Ga.
"Scottrade believes our associates are our most valuable resource, and we are dedicated to developing this talent through innovative training," said Jane Wulf, chief administrative officer at Scottrade. "Providing our associates with the tools and professional development necessary to better serve our
customers and succeed in their careers is important to the future of our firm. Receiving this award for the third consecutive year is an honor and a testament to our dedication to our associate development efforts."
Associates at Scottrade are encouraged to continually develop their skills and talents through advancement opportunities, training contests, performance-based rewards and a tuition reimbursement program. Numerous training and development opportunities available to Scottrade associates include e-learning, customer service and skills training. The firm also offers training relevant to the online brokerage industry and an individual's job and career aspirations.
"The companies we selected exemplify a belief in the value of learning, and we're proud to honor them, and provide an opportunity for our readers and conference attendees to learn from the best," said Joyceann Cooney-Garippa, publishing and show director for Training.
The Training Top 125 ranking is based on myriad benchmarking statistics, including training budget, number of hours of training per employee, levels of evaluation and workplace surveys. The ranking is determined by assessing a range of qualitative and quantitative factors, including financial investment in employee development, the scope of development programs and how closely such development efforts are linked to business goals and objectives.
For more information about the training efforts of the Training Top 125, visit www.trainingmag.com.
About Training
Training magazine is the leading business publication for learning and development and HR professionals. It has been the ultimate resource for innovative learning and development"in print, in person, and online"over the last 30 years. Training magazine and Training magazine Events are produced by Nielsen Business Media, a part of The Nielsen Company, a global information and media company. For information, please visit, www.nielsen.com.
About Scottrade
As a leading online investment firm, Scottrade offers a full line of investment products, online trading services and market research tools to help investors take control of their financial future. Scottrade provides customers the convenience of buying many stocks online at just $7 per trade and the support of the largest branch network among online investment firms, with more than 375 nationwide branch offices. Named Highest in Investor Satisfaction by J.D. Power and Associates, Scottrade is dedicated to exceptional customer service and unprecedented value. Scottrade is also one of FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" in America. For more information, visit www.scottrade.com.
Scottrade
Patricia Lee, 314-965-1555 x3581
pllee@scottrade.com 
