Best Small and Medium Workplaces for Parents

best small and medium workplaces for parents

Fortune Editors

To determine the Best Small and Medium Workplaces for Parents, Fortune research partner <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.greatplacetowork.com/">Great Place to Work</a> analyzed feedback representing more than 606,000 employees. For more, see which companies made up the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://fortune.com/ranking/best-large-workplaces-parents/2025">Best Large Workplaces for Parents list here</a>.

Employees say:"For a company that has employees scattered across the 50 states, the organizational culture is an exceptionally close knit one where everyone (regardless of level) is encouraged to help others and trade ideas to improve each other's business practices and personal lives. It makes people feel that they're part of a large family and that they're supported in this very tough industry."

WestPac Wealth Partners

Employees say:"The company seems to value your unique perspective as an individual valuing diversity of thought and active thinking. They care about your growth and encourage you to keep learning through the generous learning and development budget. The company also truly wants you to take care of yourself by using the wellness benefit, which can be used for things like vacations, hobbies, or a spa day!"

Mercury

Employees say:"People here are genuine, honest, compassionate, and empathetic. I can always trust my coworkers to give me feedback in a way that respects me as a person. Folks here care about our product and our people. It's really refreshing. We are doing great work to produce meaningful results for our customers. Hearing stories about how our product has helped people provide for themselves and their families is wonderful, and it makes me proud of the work that I do. Our health insurance premiums are covered at 100% for me and my entire family. That is enormous and takes a huge burden off of me and my family."

Webflow

Employees say:"Chainguard strikes a rare balance between serious technical work and a culture that doesn't take itself too seriously. I've worked at three startups before this one, and I've never seen this level of mutual trust and clarity of purpose. Leadership is transparent, there's a deep respect for engineers' time and focus, and the customer obsession is real--it's not just lip service. The cultural pillars aren't just posters on the wall; they show up in how people communicate, how priorities are set, and how we collaborate across teams."

Chainguard

Employees say:"The bedrock belief that long-term value and success comes from hiring and valuing smart people and empowering them to do what they think is best for the company seems pretty rare. We have a culture of trust and transparency that the senior leadership team models for us continually. Anyone in the company can and does recognize others for their contributions in a company-wide Slack channel and I think that is more genuine than a lot of the recognition that other companies have on a cadence coming down from management. Even though we are predominantly remote, I think everyone communicates and collaborates respectfully with one another to keep up that culture of trust."

Lumin Digital

Employees say:"Our leaders, specifically our founders, go out of their way to celebrate employees across the company when they go above and beyond or deliver incredible results. It's called "RoGoGo" - Ro Good Gossip. Our senior leaders suggest team members when they are doing fantastic work, and then the founders reach out to them individually, cc'ing the entire leadership team, to thank them for their work and to help put their efforts in context of the results to the business and our patients."

Employees say:"I truly believe this company practices what it preaches when it comes to treating employees well and providing meaningful opportunities for growth. Management is generally supportive, whether you want to champion a project or focus on developing specific skills. The work we do is impactful, and there are plenty of opportunities to make a real difference, both within the company and for the clients we serve."

Greenhouse

Employees say:"My organization practices what they preach in terms of employee support, professional development opportunities, inclusivity, and fostering a strong sense of company culture. It's also clear my management team values input from everyone, regardless of experience level."

Cambridge Mobile Telematics

Employees say:"One area that makes Ontra stand out is how supportive the people are. Everyone is generous with their time, especially when it comes to helping new team members get up to speed. It creates a welcoming environment where collaboration is the norm. There is also a strong focus on innovation, allowing us to bring differentiated technology to market. The flexible time-off policy is another big plus. It is genuinely respected and shows the company trusts people to manage their work and take care of their well-being."

Ontra

Employees say:"What I love about working at this company is how genuinely the founders care about each employee, not just as workers, but as people. They've created a culture where you feel supported, appreciated, and motivated. It's clear they're intentional about making this a great place to work, and that makes a big difference in how connected I feel to the company and the team."

BeatBox Beverages

Employees say:"I feel fortunate to work for a mission-based organization who wants to make a difference among all the customers we serve across the state, but the uniqueness is the mission-based efforts for all of us as employees too! Specifically, transparent and regular communication, competitive salaries, employee/family friendly benefits and all HR policies and practices where employees are treated with respect. Not to mention the culture is one that embodies all of our values - especially to be innovative and have fun!"

Colorado Housing and Finance Authority

Employees say:"Basis is on the forefront of innovating the advertising industry - being able to be a part of that with the level of flexibility I have in my job is extremely rare. We deliver fantastic work for our clients, while maintaining a healthy work life balance. That is not a common occurrence in the space!"

Basis Technologies

Employees say:"This company really focuses on its people, making growth and recognition a priority. Programs like the Leadership Development Program and Champions give employees real opportunities to develop, and events like Fill Up and Fun bring everyone together. There's a huge emphasis on building great relationships—with customers, trades, and team members—which makes it a place where you feel supported and valued. It's a great place to grow and do meaningful work."

Hayden Homes

Employees say:"At e.l.f., we see each other as people first. We are humans with full lives and that is embraced. When our kids photo bomb Zoom meetings, people smile and say hello. It's okay to "admit" you have kids and to acknowledge you need to miss a meeting for your kid's class party. We are encouraged to get to know each other and build those personal relationships so that our work interactions are stronger and we can provide direct feedback in a safe environment and always assume good intent."

e.l.f. Beauty

Employees say:"I really like Lucid's yearly Hackathon. All engineers get to form their own teams and work on a project that they decide on for a week. Lucid flies in remote employees and we have a big "science fair" to debut finished projects at the end of the week. Everyone gets to vote on their favorite projects, and project winners get prizes. It's a really fun time, and Hackathon projects often evolve into roadmap items that we deliver to users."

Lucid Software

Employees say:"There are a number of great people to work with who are smart, passionate and humble, that have stuck around over 10 years, and I continue to enjoy working with them and learning from them. We have a lot of interesting technical and product challenges that we are always working through which keeps things interesting and changing."

Invoca

Employees say:"Everyone here is so friendly! When I first started here, just walking through the halls, several people would smile and wave and say 'hi' in passing. I often remark that I felt like I stepped into Mayberry! The quarterly meetings are a great blend of fun and informational, and acknowlegement is given equally through awards and prizes based on merit and also on tenure. Aside from the usual benefits of pay, insurance, and personal time off, there are also plenty of non-standard benefits, such as gift cards when weekly goals are met, fun games and events, with food and prizes, employee appreciation in the form of gifts for everyone, regardless of individual tenure or performance."

180 Medical

Employees say:"The amount of psychological safety I feel here, which is more than I've felt at any other start up I've worked at, is incredibly unique. Additionally, the amount of support I received as a first-time parent, even before I had completed a year at the company, is amazing. It feels like everyone here is so committed to their role and the mission of the company that it inspires oneself to be equally as invested. That approach towards your job is infectious in the best way."

BillionToOne

Employees say:"The growth opportunities are fantastic. The reinvestment into the people and needs of the company are felt company wide. The culture is super strong. We all pull in the same direction and that is incredibly unique in my experience. Leadership is honest and forthcoming."

Marsh McLennan Agency, Midwest Region

Employees say:"From top to the bottom, the culture is not only unmatched, but each and every person truly cares about the mission. Having an owner that is so invested in each individual is remarkable and teaches us all how to lead."

Forge Group

Employees say:"The culture of care is real. I have young children and I have never once felt that I had to put my job before their care. Leadership is supportive of requests for hybrid work. And the ESOP truly makes employees feel like they are on a team eliminating most unhealthy competition. Employees happily jump in to help other teams when needed for the success of the company because it directly impacts our pockets through the ESOP."

Shawmut Design and Construction

Employees say:"Ironclad has some of the most intelligent, kindest people I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Everyone is extremely knowledgeable in their field, and makes me want to improve myself. I'm constantly challenged to improve, but not in a way that's at all diminishing of what I have already accomplished."

Ironclad

Employees say:"FAEF celebrates company and individual successes like no other company I have seen. The benefits and flexibility that are offered as a working parent are incredible, and I feel very empowered to make my own decisions and grow in my role."

First American Equipment Finance

Employees say:"Our management, including the most executive members of the organization, are super approachable. Even as we continue to grow, I feel confident that executives will make time for me if I have a question for them. I have had the opportunity to grow immensely as a professional since starting here, and that's due in large to the trust and autonomy that we're given to do our best work."

Northwood Investors

Employees say:"Circle is a great place to work for many reasons, but one unique aspect that stands out is how intentionally the company fosters connection in a remote environment. The Donut conversations are a perfect example -- they give us the opportunity to meet colleagues across different teams and regions, which helps build real relationships beyond our day-to-day work. What's even more special is how that familiarity carries over into in-person events like Circle Forward. When we finally meet face-to-face, there's already a sense of connection and shared experience, which makes those moments feel more meaningful and energizing. It's a small thing with a big impact, and it really reflects how Circle thinks about culture and belonging."

Circle

Employees say:"The owners are very involved in all aspects of the business which has created a "we have each other's back" atmosphere. They focus on new ideas, growth and moving forward. This is by far the best place that I have ever worked."

Invisors

Employees say:"The background of the founding of this organization is to honor the men and women of the armed forces. There is a lot of patriotic pride and respect for each other at this senior living community. Leaders are visible, approachable, and communicate openly about decisions and direction."

Knollwood Life Plan Community

Employees say:"What I love most about RAMS is you get to bring your authentic self to work (of course applying skills to what relates to our job)—being hired for my life experience and paying it forward, with the support of a loving team, is top tier!"

RAMS

Employees say:"Guild is remarkably committed to allowing employees to prioritize their lives when needed. I never worry about taking time I need and am trusted to get my work done in manner that fits with my other commitments as a husband and father. I've also had no only opportunities but also encouragement from my leaders to continue learning and growing both on the job and through fully-funded outside education and training."

Guild

Employees say:"I have been at the company less than a year, and recently had to deal with a family emergency. Management and the company in general jumped in to support me and encourage me to take time off to take care of my family. They were adamant that I should prioritize my family over work, which is incredible."

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