In an era where financial flexibility is increasingly vital, two different organizations—Ice Age Management, Inc., a McDonald’s franchisee, and TTEC Holdings, Inc.—have partnered with DailyPay, a worktech platform specializing in on-demand pay solutions.
These collaborations, announced in July 2025, underscore a growing trend among employers to prioritize employee financial wellness by offering tools that empower workers to access their earned wages in real time.
By integrating DailyPay’s earned wage access (EWA) platform, both Ice Age Management and TTEC are enhancing their benefits packages, improving employee retention, and fostering financial empowerment.
Ice Age Management, Inc., headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, operates 46 McDonald’s restaurants across North Carolina and South Carolina.
Committed to a “people-first” philosophy, the franchisee has long prioritized hiring and training a diverse, skilled workforce.
Their recent partnership with DailyPay, announced on July 31, 2025, introduces on-demand pay to their quick-service restaurant (QSR) employees, giving them greater control over their finances.
This move aligns with Ice Age’s mission to provide robust benefits that support both professional and personal growth.Through DailyPay’s platform, Ice Age employees can access their earned wages as they earn them, whether after a shift or between paychecks.
This flexibility helps workers manage unexpected expenses, avoid late fees, and plan their finances with confidence.
In addition to on-demand pay, Ice Age offers free meals, uniforms, and tuition reimbursement for high school and higher education, further demonstrating their commitment to employee well-being.
The partnership with DailyPay is particularly strategic in the QSR industry, where a YouGov study commissioned by DailyPay found that 72% of QSR and fast-casual restaurant employees find earned wage access appealing, and 49% would consider switching employers for this benefit.
By offering DailyPay, Ice Age not only boosts recruitment but also enhances employee motivation and retention, critical factors in the competitive QSR sector.
Similarly, TTEC Holdings, Inc., a global enabler of AI-enabled customer experience (CX) technology and services, announced its partnership with DailyPay.
With operations spanning six continents and a 40-year history of partnering with iconic brands, TTEC has integrated DailyPay into its benefits suite to support its U.S.-based employees’ financial wellness.
This initiative comes at a time when economic pressures and inflation are heightening the need for financial resilience.
DailyPay’s platform allows TTEC employees to access their earned wages on-demand, providing real-time financial flexibility.
Since launching the program, TTEC has reported a 55% enrollment rate among its U.S. workforce, with 66% of enrolled employees stating that the benefit helps them pay bills on time.
TTEC’s adoption of DailyPay reportedly aligns with its people-first values and complements other benefits like mental health counseling, women’s health services, virtual physical therapy, and career growth training.
Certified as a Great Place to Work in 15 countries, including the U.S., TTEC’s partnership with DailyPay says it reinforces its commitment to high-impact benefits that enhance the employee experience.
DailyPay’s on-demand pay solution integrates with over 180 HCM, payroll, and time management systems, requiring minimal changes to existing payroll processes.
Employees gain access to up to 100% of their earned wages through an easy-to-use app, which provides visibility into earnings and spending, fostering better financial decision-making.
Research from Arizent, commissioned by DailyPay, indicates that 80% of users report a positive impact on their financial habits, while 93% of employers view DailyPay as a valuable addition to their benefits package.
For both Ice Age Management and TTEC, partnering with DailyPay reflects a strategic effort to address modern workforce needs.
By offering on-demand pay, these organizations are not only improving financial wellness but also driving engagement, productivity, and loyalty.
As economic challenges persist, such partnerships highlight the transformative potential of earned wage access in creating a more motivated and financially secure workforce.