The 20 Best Small Companies to Work For As Rated by the Women Who Work There (July 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:
"Everyone involved in the company displays, and to my best knowledge harbors, no negative opinions or stereotypes in regards to women in the professional world at any level. The..."
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:
"I love this place! Everyone is treated fairly and respectfully plus I get to work with animals so every day is a plus."
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:
"Khan Academy is one of the most supportive environments imaginable for women. It helps that there is equal representation of women on the senior leadership staff. From benef..."
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 is a great place to work. It's a small, growing company so there are tons of opportunities to try out new things and take on roles that challenge you to grow. The peopl..."
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:
"Watching the evolution of this company in the 4 years I've been employed here has been inspiring. Our current culture is very supportive, inclusive, and compassionate. We are en..."
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. Lever
4.4 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 paid time off (4.9 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Lever:
"Lever is an incredibly diversity-focused and diversity-first workplace. Lever is constantly reflecting on our own goals and performance in this area, and recently promoted one o..."
9. 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:
"Great representation of women in leadership and management. We see a lot of women get promoted regularly. Awesome place to work!"
10. 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:
"Really fun place to work with really nice people, a great "get things done" environment . There was a really nice cohesive feeling in the office and the team in general felt lik..."
11. 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!"
12. 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..."
13. The Zebra
4.4 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:
"Great place to work, everyone is wholly themselves and very supportive of one another. Everyone is accepted here no matter your background, personality type etc"
14. 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:
"Great place to work. Appreciate female CEO and COO."
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:
"I love working at Even and I love the people I work with! 🤗"
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:
"Cloud for Good intentionally cultivates an environment where everyone can succeed. The company invests in working groups addressing core values, diversity and inclusion, and car..."
17. Disruptor Beam
4.2 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 (4.7 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 ..."
18. Widen Enterprises
4.2 stars
Widen Enterprises is a computer software company headquartered in the Madison, WI area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.9 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Widen Enterprises:
"Support and encouragement to continue to push for change and the growth of the business is promoted from day one. Culture emphasis is a huge part of what makes this a successful..."
19. 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:
"There are many things that I appreciate about working at Grailed. Here are a few: - Grailed respects and understands that employees are full people, with lives in and outside o..."
20. 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. "
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 July 1, 2020.