The 20 Best Small Companies to Work For As Rated by the Women Who Work There (January 2020)
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Companies are rated on 16 factors of female friendliness, like the ability to work remotely, learning opportunities, female representation in leadership, management opportunities, salary satisfaction, and more. Rate your company ›
The 20 best small companies to work for
1. Expel, Inc
4.7 stars
Expel, Inc is a computer & network security company headquartered in the Herndon, VA area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for flexible work hours (5.0 stars) and employer responsiveness (5.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Expel, Inc:
"1)The work is meaningful, trying to stop the bad guys 2)Very open and transparent from the top down - makes you feel included and have full clarity of where things are today an..."
2. ABC Pet Resort & Spa
4.6 stars
ABC Pet Resort & Spa is a consumer services company headquartered in the Houston, TX area, that employs 2 to 10 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (5.0 stars) and the people you work with (5.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for ABC Pet Resort & Spa:
"The company philosophy is to serve our pet parents, as we become servant-leaders amongst our team. Wonderful, happy culture loving pets!"
3. Khan Academy
4.5 stars
Khan Academy is an e-learning company headquartered in the Mountain View, CA area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.9 stars) and paid time off (4.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Khan Academy:
"Fanstatic place to work for anyone who wants to make a difference!"
4. Pink Callers
4.5 stars
Pink Callers is a telecommunications company headquartered in the Middleburg, VA area, that employs 11 to 50 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (5.0 stars) and ability to telecommute (5.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Pink Callers:
"Working for Pink Callers has been the most amazing experience! I love the companies values and their dedication to its employees!"
5. Vodori
4.5 stars
Vodori is a computer software company headquartered in the Chicago, IL area, that employs 11 to 50 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (5.0 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (5.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Vodori:
"Vodori has been a fantastic place to work for... for all genders! It's a smaller company (about 50 team members) and has been around for over 10 years. Vodori still has an innov..."
6. Kink.com
4.5 stars
Kink.com is an entertainment company headquartered in the San Francisco, CA area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.9 stars) and wellness initiatives (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Kink.com:
"I am delighted to constantly tell people that this is the best job I've ever had."
7. Influence & Co.
4.4 stars
Influence & Co. is a marketing and advertising company headquartered in the Columbia, MO area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (5.0 stars) and female representation in leadership (5.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Influence & Co.:
"Influence & Co. is a growing start-up company. Though there is still room for improvement, it is an excellent place to work."
8. Greenhouse Software, Inc
4.4 stars
Greenhouse Software, Inc is a computer software company headquartered in the New York City, NY area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (5.0 stars) and flexible work hours (4.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Greenhouse Software, Inc:
"One of the few places where I didn't feel like I had to prove myself because I'm a woman"
9. EMD Diamonds
4.4 stars
EMD Diamonds is a luxury goods & jewelry company headquartered in the New York City, NY area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for family growth support (4.9 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for EMD Diamonds:
"This was my first time in charge of people and work results. I ran shipping/receiving and flow of work between departments. Also took care of verifying costs and discounts of al..."
10. MVP Network Consulting
4.4 stars
MVP Network Consulting is an information technology and services company headquartered in the Buffalo, NY area, that employs 11 to 50 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (5.0 stars) and management opportunities (5.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for MVP Network Consulting:
"I 100% love working for MVP!"
11. Crumpton Group LLC
4.4 stars
Crumpton Group LLC is an international affairs company headquartered in the Arlington, VA area, that employs 11 to 50 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (5.0 stars) and management opportunities (5.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Crumpton Group LLC:
"A cool place to work with interesting colleagues, challenging projects, and high-profile clients. If you like learning from real experts in intelligence and how to craft busines..."
12. Sterling-Rice Group
4.3 stars
Sterling-Rice Group is a marketing and advertising company headquartered in the Boulder, CO area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.8 stars) and paid time off (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Sterling-Rice Group:
"I'm impressed with how management and HR really care about us moms and how we're doing. When I returned from having a baby they were flexible with me and very caring. They even ..."
13. Lever
4.3 stars
Lever is an internet company headquartered in the San Francisco, CA area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.9 stars) and management opportunities (4.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Lever:
"The focus on D&I for women and other minorities is unparalleled at Lever. I'm constantly talking about how much I enjoy it and my friends have told me to stop talking about work..."
14. Disruptor Beam
4.3 stars
Disruptor Beam is a computer games company headquartered in the Framingham Center, MA area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for flexible work hours (4.8 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Disruptor Beam:
"Disruptor Beam lives by its guiding principles, one of which is "continuous improvement." We thrive on the diversity of our workforce, and spend as much time during recruiting ..."
15. Even
4.3 stars
Even is a financial services company that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.8 stars) and the people you work with (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Even:
"Thankful to be surrounded by intelligent, curious, hardworking folx. Love that we're always encouraged to measure success based on the progress of our mission statement."
16. Cloud for Good
4.3 stars
Cloud for Good is an information technology and services company headquartered in the Asheville, NC area, that employs 11 to 50 people. The company has its best ratings for ability to telecommute (4.9 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Cloud for Good:
"I feel valued at Cloud for Good, and know that my hard work will be respected and appreciated. Furthermore, I know that the leadership team -- which includes men and women who i..."
17. The Zebra
4.3 stars
The Zebra is an insurance company headquartered in the Austin, TX area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.9 stars) and flexible work hours (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for The Zebra:
"Despite being a tech company (male-dominated field) founded by two men with a man as the current president, The Zebra has made significant progress to provide a space where wome..."
18. Grailed
4.2 stars
Grailed is an apparel & fashion company headquartered in the New York City, NY area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (5.0 stars) and social activities and environment (4.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Grailed:
"Grailed is an amazing place to work filled with emotionally intelligent, smart, kind, hardworking and fun people. The company does a great job at leveling people up and providin..."
19. Pure Romance
4.2 stars
Pure Romance is a retail company headquartered in the Chatswood area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.8 stars) and the people you work with (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Pure Romance:
"Pure Romance is hands down, the best company I have ever worked with. "
20. Neighborhoods.com
4.2 stars
Neighborhoods.com is a computer software company headquartered in the Chicago, IL area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.9 stars) and flexible work hours (4.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Neighborhoods.com:
"Neighborhoods.com has given me many opportunities for personal development and career growth. Senior leadership listens to the needs of employees. Insurance benefits are really ..."
Companies with ratings and reviews from at least 10 current or former US-based employees are eligible for this list. Company ratings accurate as of January 2, 2020.