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a u g u s t 9, 2 021
HONORING THE TOP 100 COMPANIES SETTING TRENDS
AND REDEFINING THE EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE
DIAMOND SPONSOR
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The Best Places to Work in Los Angeles 2021:
A Look at the Winners
T
he 15th annual “Best Places to Work in Los Angeles” awards celebration this year was hosted by the Los Angeles
Business Journal as a virtual event on August 4th at 2pm.
As always, our annual list of 100 “Best Places to Work” companies comes from top local employers that participated
in a detailed survey conducted by Best Companies Group. The survey ranks small, medium, and large companies on
subjects such as leadership, corporate culture, communications, and much more.
The event saluted companies that, according to the people who work for them, are the most successful in business and
in nurturing their own.
The special live event was also highlighted by an engaging panel of three experts – each from our #1 top-ranked best
places to work companies from last year – one from each size category (each of whom has once again made the list this
year). In a discussion moderated by Brian Hegarty of Marsh & McLennan Insurance Agency LLC, the panelists shared how
their companies manage to build and maintain a strong company culture, how the needs of employees have changed, how
mental health has become a priority and the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Our esteemed panelists are listed below along with some of their remarks from the event.
Amanda Bialek Brian Hegarty
President Principal, Managing Director Los Angeles /
Konnect Agency Employee Benefits Division
Marsh & McLennan Insurance Agency LLC
“Great perks and benefits can go a long way in
“As the talent acquisition landscape changes and
building a stellar workplace environment. But to have
the needs of our workforce evolve, there is no better
a truly amazing culture, your team needs to feel seen
time to revisit your employee benefits offerings and
and heard.”
ensure things like mental health, diversity, equity and
inclusion are top of mind.”
Tanya Sukhu Joshua White
Partner, Healthcare & Life Sciences SVP, Strategic Growth
West Monroe BAMKO
“People-first is one of our core values, and we truly “Great cultures are built on values, not stuff. Believe in
believe it’s key to our uniquely collaborative culture. people before they believe in themselves. Show them
As leaders we see ourselves as stewards of a a path where hard work is its own reward. Make them
community, and it’s on us to support our people no masters of their own destiny and a great culture will
matter what they are facing, whether it’s striving for a inevitably follow.”
goal at work or dealing with an issue at home."
To view highlights from the webinar, visit labusinessjournal.com/bptw2021
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The Best Places to Work in Los Angeles 2021:
The Methodology Behind How We Did It
T
he Best Places to Work in Los Angeles is an annual the firms good enough to make the list. BCG manages 39 similar BCG’s workplace assessment experts determined who was good
celebration of elite employers who have proven that they programs in other cities, states and industries, as well as managing enough to make the list and where they ranked.
know what it takes to create environments where people love programs in Canada, Morocco and the UK. While the survey process and evaluation was free, many
to come to work. Identifying and recognizing these outstanding Part one of the assessment (three-quarters of each company’s participating companies opted to purchase the full BCG
workplaces is a joint effort of The Los Angeles Business Journal score) involved a confidential 81 question Employee Engagement Employee Feedback Report which include a comprehensive
and Best Companies Group. & Satisfaction Survey (EESS) which was used to evaluate the summary of the employee feedback. The report also included the
The Best Places to Work in Los Angeles program was open employees’ workplace experience and company culture. Part two employee written comments and the Los Angeles Benchmark
to all publicly or privately held companies with at least 15 of the assessment (one-quarter of each company’s score) consisted Reports. This report will help each company understand their
employees working in LA County. The workplace assessment of The BCG Employer Questionnaire (EQ), used to collect workforce better and equip them with the information to make
and survey process was managed by Best Companies Group information about each company’s benefits, policies, practices their workplace even better.
(BCG), Harrisburg, PA. BCG, an independent workplace and other general information. The two combined sets of data
excellence research firm, managed the registration process, allowed the experts at BCG to conduct an in-depth analysis Visit BestPlacesToWorkLA.com for more information or call
conducted the surveys, evaluated the data and ultimately chose of the strengths and opportunities that exist in each company. Best Companies Group toll free at (877) 455-2159.
The Best Large Companies to Work for in Los Angeles (250 or more US employees)
4. W.E. O’NEIL CONSTRUCTION CO.
1 2 3 W.E. O’Neil is a company that cares about
its employees and clients. Through thoughtful
leadership and a commitment to its people,
it offers endless opportunities to join the
team. When the pandemic hit in 2020, the
organization put its people first and ramped
up communications, expanded benefits and
access to mental health services, and provided
opportunities for employees to breathe and
recharge. Being an essential service, everyone
united in creating secure and safe job sites, and
when employees transitioned to working from
home, productivity increased. At W.E. O’Neil,
WEST MONROE PROLOGIS FLOQAST, INC. family comes first, and the company encourages
A s a national consulting firm that was born
in technology but built for business— West
Monroe partners with companies to deliver real
P rologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics
real estate with a focus on high-barrier, high-
growth markets. Prologis leases modern logistics
F loQast is a provider of accounting workflow
automation created by accountants for
accountants. The company and its team of
a healthy work-life balance.
5. ALSTON & BIRD
results. Its 1,500 employees in eight offices own facilities to a diverse base of approximately employees aim to work smarter, not harder. Alston & Bird is a full-service, leading Am
100% of the business, so clients’ success is West 5,500 customers principally across two major FloQast is fast growing and fueled by Law 100 law firm whose unique culture and
Monroe’s success. categories: business-to-business and retail/ the success and passion of its employees. dedication to client service and teamwork have
West Monroe’s Career Equity framework online fulfillment. The company values are defined and driven been at the foundation of the firm for over
gives the tools to live the career someone Prologis is focused on creating logistics by employees, and we are fanatic about a century. The firm has built a reputation as
wants. The company encourages employees to parks where businesses, employees and local creating and maintaining a fabulous culture one of the country’s best employers, repeatedly
write three-year plans and share their vision. communities can flourish. Prologis worked with of support and success for everyone. FloQast appearing on Best Places to Work lists year
West Monroe take goals seriously, and is the International WELL Building Institute evaluates its employees on its core ‘Work after year. The firm develops, assembles, and
equipped to help. (IWBI) to set the standard for WELL building Values:’ Solutions Minded, Self-Motivated, nurtures the strongest and broadest array of
West Monroe’s employees bring their whole certifications with an eye toward measuring Collaboration, Humility, Pride in Your Work legal talent and expertise necessary to meet
selves to work. The company recognizes that its how its buildings can accommodate the health and Adaptability. The company believes these clients’ needs in an ever-changing and fast-
people are just a consultants, they are hot-sauce and well-being of the people working within values represent its culture of cultivating paced environment while also fostering a
enthusiasts or a rock-climbers. The company’s its walls. The company’s WELL-Gold certified a smart, innovative, collaborative and strong work-life balance for employees through
Chiefs Program allows any employee to create facility in the Netherlands is the first logistics professional environment for all employees. internal support networks, virtual social events,
a Chief “Something” Officer outside of their project in the world to receive this certification. Each employee exemplifies the values, and multiple recognition programs.
daily role and the company budgets $1 million/ Health and wellness features include walking making FloQast an exciting and vibrant place
year to support Chiefs. West Monroe believes trails, fitness amenities, common dining areas to work. Especially during the pandemic, 6. RYAN, LLC
that it’s important for its employees to do work and indoor greenery to enhance air quality the leadership team saw a huge amount of Ryan, an award-winning global tax
that matters and why we invest in CSR. Our while at the same time promoting connections resilience in the employees to work together services and software provider, is the largest
National Day of Service allows our employees with nature. to make FloQast successful. Each and every firm in the world dedicated exclusively to
to help scale the mission of an organization in Culture and talent has always been the employee is key to the organization’s success business taxes. With global headquarters
their communities. In 2020, 1,100+ employees driving force behind Prologis’ success. Its and is rewarded based on merit and skill. in Dallas and a thriving LA team, the firm
worked with organizations virtually. commitment to a philosophy of inclusion and FloQast genuinely cares about its provides an integrated suite of federal, state,
West Monroe’s Employee Stock Ownership diversity is critical to its future as a company. employees, as shown by adding four Mental local, and international tax services on a
Program means everyone has a stake in the This ranges from a focus on diversity in hiring Health Days, rolling out 15+ virtual social multi-jurisdictional basis, including tax
company and they all ‘think like owners’— the practices to ensuring that Prologis establishes events, providing kids workshops for employees recovery, consulting, advocacy, compliance,
result of this commitment to the firm can be the right tone from the top. with children, encouraging time off and and technology services. Empowered by the
seen directly in the company’s annual ESOP Specific to COVID-19, Prologis established promoting within. Employees also love the dynamic myRyan work environment, which is
distributions. West Monroe also believes a $5 million global relief fund to support great benefit plan that has the company widely recognized as the most innovative in the
in transparency with leadership and invites nonprofits, hospitals and organizations that are covering 100% of the premium on healthcare tax services industry, Ryan’s multi-disciplinary
everyone to the weekly sales meeting, town focused on public health and safety, as well as plans to take care of its employees and their team of more than 2,800 professionals serves
halls and more. access to food and economic recovery. families. over 16,000 clients in more than 50 countries,
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including many of the world’s prominent through ensuring that employees are mindset, construction would come to a halt. of active job seekers with algorithm-driven
Global 5000 companies. offered interesting and challenging client As a result, Swinerton management believes personalized touchpoints to drive further
project work; a good work/life balance; it owes its team the best and safest workplace engagement, creating transparency and
7. CLUNE CONSTRUCTION extensive training and mentoring programs; possible – an environment where they can unrivaled efficiency for healthcare systems.
Clune has always been dedicated to fun opportunities to socialize with their safely achieve their goals, advance their While technology drives efficiency and scale,
treating employees like family. For the fifth colleagues; and the chance to help and careers, and have fun with their co-workers Aya employees power the company to deliver
straight year Clune has been chosen as a best support the local community. outside of work. The new state-of-the-art unparalleled accountability and exceptional
place to work in LA. This has been achieved office is a direct result of their achievements. experiences for clients and clinicians. Aya’s
during accelerated growth in the region. 9. BUCHALTER company culture is rooted in giving back and
The construction company is consistently Buchalter is a full-service business law firm 11. P2S INC supports organizations around food security,
recognized because treating employees well, that has been teaming with clients for eight P2S Inc is forward-thinking engineering, education, healthcare and equity.
and recognizing hard work is part of its decades, providing legal counsel at all stages commissioning and construction management
culture. Clune is known for its exceptional of its growth and evolution, and helping them firm whose mission is to design a better future 13. SMITHGROUP
benefits package, including 100% paid health meet the many legal challenges and decisions every day. It imbues staff with the power to The SmithGroup name reflects the firm’s
insurance premiums, many team-building they face. Clients are engaged in a diverse design visionary sustainable solutions and emergence from several talented regional
activities and work-life balance. Dedication global economy governed by complex laws embrace collaboration and innovation. P2S practices to a united, award-winning firm
to employees has been especially clear in and regulations, and they trust Buchalter as employees work in Leed Platinum and Gold practicing around the globe. And just as
response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Clune advisors and business partners because we are offices that are diverse, productive, and fun. the firm still carries the Smith name of its
has provided strong support and frequent involved in their world. Buchalter’s lawyers Employees set their own schedules and work founder, every member of the team carries a
communication, ensuring that all employees and staff are accessible, resourceful, skillful half days on Fridays. They get sponsored bit of that Sheldon Smith spirit—an upstart
feel safe and secure. and adept at responding to change. The firm’s professional memberships and certifications eager to strike out and create inspiring places.
diversity of attorneys and staff provides clients and travel to seminars and conferences on the The firm is spread across 15 offices but truly
8. PROTIVITI with a greater array of creative talent and company dime. P2S strives to deliver quality operates as one large firm that has a small firm
Protiviti is a global consulting firm that alternative thinking, benefiting all. projects, but its company culture and an all- feel to it, always investing in its community
delivers deep expertise, objective insights, around flexible atmosphere give employees and employees.
a tailored approach and unparalleled 10. SWINERTON the work-life balance and nurturing
collaboration through consulting solutions Since its founding in 1888, Swinerton environment they need to thrive. 14. C.W. DRIVER COMPANIES
in finance, technology, operations, data, has been a 100% employee-owned company. C.W. Driver Companies is a great place
analytics, governance, risk and internal Employees’ safety, health, and job satisfaction 12. AYA HEALTHCARE to work because it goes the extra mile to
audit to clients via our network of more are the sole reasons for the company’s success. Aya Healthcare is a data-driven workforce understand that its people are its biggest.
than 85 offices in over 25 countries. At By committing to each of them, individual solutions provider and the nation’s largest As a firm, C.W. Driver makes a conscious
Protiviti, management aims to create a success becomes a collective effort thanks to travel nurse and allied staffing agency. Aya’s effort on a daily basis to invest in its people
sense of community within all of its offices pride of ownership. Without its “One-Team” managed marketplace hosts the largest pool to demonstrate its appreciation for their
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contributions to the company’s success. From 19. HOK drive of living out its mission of enhancing national organization, and being part of the
company-paid health coverage and family HOK LA is a design studio above all else, the lives of the people, partners, and comfortable culture and sense of cowmmunity
picnics to specialized career development but within that phrase is not just the design communities it serves. that is associated with a local company. CBIZ
programs and community outreach events, of buildings or spaces, but of people. The takes pride to invest in and engage with our
C.W. Driver wants its people to know that studio is a community of diverse and unique 24. HKS ARCHITECTS, INC. employees and consistently seeks to establish
they are the reason the organization has been voices blended together with respect and a HKS Architects, Inc., is a leading new wellness initiatives. CBIZ credits the
around for over 100 years and the reason true commitment to excellence. HOK LA architectural design firm that since 1939 firm’s success to the outstanding efforts of
the brand continues to live by its purpose recognizes the unique perspectives, voices has completed projects in more than 1,500 its employees and values each individual’s
of “Building Better Communities and Lives and talents of each individual and each cities and 92 countries. Employees love the success and development.
Together.” voice is valued and heard. The firm has a relaxed office environment and being part
true mentorship mentality, with a full-time of the one-firm philosophy, where all offices 29. HARBOR DISTRIBUTING
15. CRESA LOS ANGELES program to elevate the design acumen as well work as a team sharing resources and project Harbor Distributing is one of the
Unlike traditional commercial real estate as the careers of all its colleagues. Employees successes. As designers of some of the largest nation’s largest beer distribution companies
firms, Cresa exclusively represents corporate drive the weekly design hour conversations, and most exciting projects in LA County and prides itself on integrity, innovation,
clients, provides total process management the monthly all-staff meetings and the event including SoFi Stadium, it’s a fun, creative teamwork, and development of its people.
and serves as its clients’ long-term real estate planning. and high-performing atmosphere to work Employee wellness is at the heart of who
advisor. Clients know that they always come in. Practicing HKS’ concept of “responsible the company is and what it does. Harbor
first because Cresa represents only their 20. CARPARTS.COM, INC. design,” every employee embraces the desire provides the best-in-class import, craft, and
interests. In this way, the firm maintains The team at CarParts.com is passionate to not only deliver sustainable and healthy domestic beer products to customers in Los
objectivity and avoids conflicts. Loyal about what they do—providing their fellow project solutions to clients, but to experience Angeles and Orange County. None of its
relationships with clients are long-established, drivers with the parts they need to get from a healthy work/life balance. accomplishments are possible without its
with Cresa operating as an extension of its point A to point B with confidence. That people and close knit, family-oriented culture.
client’s staff, providing the same level of same mission is ingrained in the company 25. GOODRX Harbor is proud to service Los Angeles and
service whatever the scope of the assignment. culture. From monthly meditations, half GoodRx is fueled by employees who is committed to creating unmatched value
In short, Cresa has established itself as a day Fridays, and the “Together Series” of are passionate about the mission to make for its stakeholders through its people,
leading commercial tenant rep firm that also virtual events—including a concert, escape healthcare more accessible and affordable for performance, and partnerships.
takes great care of its employees and provides room, and after-work hangouts—to goal- every American. Through a combination of
a great work environment. setting programs embracing each employee’s generous perks, the company has engendered 30. PCL CONSTRUCTION
unique skills and contributions, CarParts. loyalty, enthusiasm, and lifelong friendships The culture and atmosphere at PCL are
16. SLALOM com has implemented numerous initiatives amongst its employees, driving incredible associated with a 100% employee-owned
Slalom is a modern consulting firm to prioritize and support employees’ mental results for consumers struggling with model where employees are offered stock
focused on strategy, technology, and business health, wellness, and growth, and to healthcare. It’s not just the traditional perks in the company. PCL’s ownership model
transformation. The firm puts its people strengthen their bond as a family that not that make GoodRx a great place to work, it’s stimulates an environment of accountability,
first, encouraging them to show up as their only works and thrives together, but also the creativity with which they’re executed. camaraderie, safety, quality, teamwork, and
authentic selves and helping them find their looks out for each other in times of need. Most importantly, at its core GoodRx is creates a strong sense of purpose, family,
paths along their respective journeys of loving about great people, passion for the work they and belonging. Employees thrive in PCL’s
their jobs and loving life. Slalom also believes 21. HENDERSON ENGINEERS, INC. do, a supportive community, and a desire high-energy environments where they can
that embracing diversity makes the firm At Henderson Engineers, the team is to constantly go the extra mile to make the display an entrepreneurial spirit and are
better. Slalom subscribes to the philosophy as passionate about people as it is about its world a better place. passionate about their work. This is because
that inclusion is more than representation work designing industry-leading buildings. each position ensures the success of each
by the numbers. It’s a breadth of perspective. The company’s purpose is to create an 26. CENTERFIELD MEDIA project and we have worked on some exciting
It’s knowing that you’re safe to be yourself at environment where people can reach their Centerfield celebrated its 10 year and iconic projects in LA including Staples
work. It’s a daily dialogue undertaken in the full potential. And the employees feel that anniversary in March of this year. Since Center, Harry Potter at Universal Studios,
spirit of open-mindedness and reflection, and every day, at every level of the organization. its inception, the company has carefully and the LAFC Banc of California Stadium.
it’s embedded into the way we do business. Even better, the Henderson team truly hand-selected top talent across the nation
loves working together, giving back to the to continue with its fast growth and big 31. SHAWMUT DESIGN AND
17. HGA community, and treating each other like goals. Centerfield prides itself in providing CONSTRUCTION
HGA is a national interdisciplinary design family. Simply put, the team lives out its a challenging and engaging career path for As an award-winning construction
firm rooted in architecture and engineering. motto to work hard, play hard and give back associates at every level. Management pushes management firm, Shawmut Design and
The management of the firm believes that every single day. employees to take risks and come to the table Construction is dedicated to delivering a
the best design results from deep insight with big bold ideas, and every idea is heard better building experience. To be the best,
into the people and passions that animate 22. ALLEN LUND COMPANY LLC and respected. Employees also love that the management knows it needs to cultivate
each unique environment. More than 800 The Allen Lund Company was built on company promotes green initiatives, giving the best talent. Shawmut works to create
people in 11 offices from coast to coast work a strong foundation focusing on family and back and opportunities to support charities an inclusive environment where everyone
to make a positive, lasting impact for clients community. Allen Lund and his wife Kathie they are passionate about. reaches their fullest potential, with a
in healthcare, arts and culture, community, opened the first office in Los Angeles with Diversity Leadership Council driving the
corporate, education, government, science only $1000 in their pockets. The company 27. PRODEGE, LLC company’s journey toward diversity, equity,
and technology, and energy markets. continued to grow, opening offices across the As a company, Prodege prides itself on a and inclusion. Shawmut is 100% employee-
Employees love coming to work every day country, and in 2017 became a $500 million culture and foundation that’s rooted in its owned, with every employee receiving a
because HGA provides a wonderful office company. In 2020, the company expanded to core values: “Give Back, Respect, Own It, vested interest in the success of the company
culture that inspires creativity, collaboration a $733 million company. Despite the growth, Innovate, and Teamwork.” The company and its projects. As part owners through
and fun. ALC’s dedication to family, employees understands the important and unique the employee stock ownership plan, each
and community has not wavered. With contributions of each member of its team employee takes pride in being part of a talent-
18. CONSTANGY, BROOKS, offices across the country, ALC provides an and takes great pride in acknowledging driven and leading-edge organization focused
SMITH & PROPHETE inclusive, diverse, dynamic work environment and celebrating the accomplishments of its on delivering exceptional client service.
At Constangy, workplace law is the firm’s based on capitalizing on the talents and skills employees, as well as providing career growth
focus – but it isn’t a typical national law firm. of each employee. and development opportunities. Prodege also 32. ROTH STAFFING COMPANIES, L.P.
Clients say there is “a soul to Constangy encourages feedback from employees in a Roth Staffing Companies is the nation’s
that is unique and refreshing, that’s not 23. PANGO GROUP variety of formats (online feedback platform, preeminent staffing services company
found with other firms.” For 75 years, clients “People over profits” is the concept during company-wide meetings, in lunches specializing in staffing for administrative,
have appreciated the firm’s common-sense that has shaped Pango, one of the largest with executive leadership) and prides itself accounting & finance, legal, and technology
approach in helping employers navigate the independent groups of escrow brands in on providing a collaborative, flexible, and roles, as well as customized workforce
prickly legal and regulatory environments California, from day one – and it’s something inclusive work environment. solutions. Roth Staffing is well-known for
of the changing workplace. The firm’s the company still lives by to this day. The its focus on workplace engagement and
lawyers know, like and respect each other. company firmly believes that if it provides 28. CBIZ MHM, LLC companywide purpose: “to make life better for
The firm is appreciative and respectful to all its people, partners, and communities with CBIZ delivers top-level financial and the people we serve.” When we first opened
of its attorneys and staff and known for its grace, kindness, knowledge, and integrity, it benefits and insurance services. Its associates in 1994, the goal was not to be the biggest
commitment to diversity and inclusion and will leave a positive mark that far outlasts have the opportunity to flourish at CBIZ by but to be the best. Today, Roth Staffing is an
is one of the most diverse leadership teams of the successful closing of escrow. Pango’s taking advantage of professional resources award-winning firm with a strong local and
any large national law firm. leadership team shares the passion and and training, enjoying the stability of a national presence.
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The Best Medium-Sized Companies to Work for in Los Angeles (50 to 249 US employees)
It is doing this by thinking differently, pushing from a challenge. The team excels at problem by celebrating the equal contributions and
1 the boundaries of science and partnering with
providers in new ways—all with one goal:
transforming the lives of millions of patients
solving and an atmosphere that promotes
growth and creativity is cultivated.
BAMKO’s track record of personal
the personal accomplishments of every team
member. ACC is more than just a place to work;
it is also a place where its employees feel at home
with skin diseases. transformation is a case study in how good and where enjoying what you do matters. ACC
Dermavant is comprised of individuals that corporations can help people become their best even moved its offices to North Hollywood so
live its values of Heart, Mind, and Soul. They self. When asked what their favorite aspects of employees would have a better commute!
are compassionate and caring about each other working for BAMKO are, employees tend to
and the communities in which they reside. focus on the mantra, “growth, growth, growth.” 8. MIRO
They are smart, scientific, and swiss-army People come to BAMKO to thrive both Miro is a digital whiteboard platform built
minded, able to think differently about how to personally and professionally and the company for the modern workforce, which helps teams
achieve goals. They are driven, determined, goes out of its way to put them in a position to collaborate and innovate together, without
and direct – providing a culture of respectful do that. the limitations of a physical workspace. Since
candor, always approaching each other assuming its inception, Miro has remained dedicated
MISSION CLOUD SERVICES positive intent. These values create the DNA 4. VHA to creating a culture of employee health and
M ission Cloud Services is an AWS Premier
Consulting Partner and Managed Cloud
Service Provider with deep expertise in
of the Dermavant family and have allowed
Dermavant to create a culture that inspires
its employees to drive forward to transform
VHA features a strong, cohesive leadership
team all contributing to the flywheel of
excellence, with the common goal to be
happiness by promoting workplace flexibility,
career growth and creativity. Using the
platform, Miro’s teams are enabled to remain
launching and leveraging the power of the dermatology. industry leaders in their respective roles and connected, fully engaged, and collaborative
cloud. Through its dedicated team of expert Employees appreciate that they are respected areas of responsibilities. There is also deep no matter where they work. Employees are
cloud operations professionals and solutions as human beings, and are provided the care for the people that work at VHA, while courteous of teammates in different time zones
architects, Mission delivers a comprehensive flexibility to care for their personal lives. They stimulating high performance. There is a when scheduling synchronous work, and Miro’s
suite of services to help businesses architect, also appreciate being allowed to have a voice culture of mutual respect and accountability leadership team encourages each employee to
migrate, manage and optimize their AWS cloud at the company, regardless of position and are for one another and the value felt for the work reserve time to embrace their passions.
environments. The company is made up of made to feel as employees that they have an that each person does is tangible. VHA offers
a passionate and motivated distributed team obligation to share it. There are many perks too. a highly competitive compensation package 9. HOPSKIPDRIVE
committed to the success of our employees and Dermavant even provides monthly Grubhub at about 75-90% to market, along with a rich HopSkipDrive is the innovator arranging
its customers. The team lives by a set of core funds for each employee to take the night off benefits package that includes health benefits, safe, dependable youth transportation for
values that include striving for excellence, from cooking and support local businesses. The wellness activities, in-office gyms, chaplain schools, districts, government agencies and
practicing accountability and action, fostering company stages fitness challenges that have services, meals four times per week and families through its groundbreaking platform.
continuous growth. It strives to incorporate raised money for charities and have “Forced education reimbursement. HopSkipDrive’s mission is to create opportunity
these values into everything it does as a Family Fun” days that require employees do not for all through mobility – and each team
company – with the firm belief that this is what work so they can take special days to focus on 5. BOLTON member at the company is dedicated to making
sets them apart. their families. Bolton is a full-service insurance brokerage a difference in the lives of children and families.
Mission is a great place to work because that handles the employee benefits, property Transportation can be the difference between
people clearly come first. Employees trust & casualty and risk management needs for success and struggle, and HopSkipDrive utilizes
leadership to lead a healthy, dynamic, thousands of clients across the globe. Bolton its technology, operational expertise and new
and growing company while honoring the
importance of work-life balance. This trust
goes both ways, as the leadership team
3 employs more than 185 insurance professionals
and places in excess of $600 million in annual
premiums on behalf of its clients, which ranks
thinking to help kids reach their full potential
by enabling a safe, reliable way to get them
where they need to go.
trusts employees to be advocates of — and the company in the top one percent of all
ambassadors for — Mission, ultimately making brokers in the United States. Bolton offers many 10. CHILD360
decisions that will support both the business and exciting and challenging career opportunities We’ve all seen that beautiful moment
its customers. in an environment that breaks away from a when the world opens up in front of a baby’s
Mission provides great benefits that traditional insurance agency. Bolton provides eyes. The first years of life are a tremendous
include generous health insurance packages, a workspace and culture that enables its window for brain development, providing
performance incentives, and flexible time off employees to grow and flourish. the foundation for all future learning and
policies so that employees can practice their growth. This is why Child360 exists – it takes
core values and embrace life. The company also 6. MORLEY BUILDERS a 360-degree approach, alongside educators,
knows that health goes beyond the body, which Celebrating nearly 75 years of building families and policy makers to improve and
is why it has a wellness program that includes BAMKO excellence, Morley Builders, a 100% employee- expand the vital early learning opportunities for
weekly meditation sessions, periodic fitness
activities, and other educational resources to
nurture the team’s wellbeing.
B AMKO designs, manufactures, and
delivers award-winning merchandise that
creates lasting connections between brands and
owned company, boasts a legacy of successful
project completions, gaining a reputation
for their knowledge and experience to meet
all children ages 0-5. Child360 is a great place
to work because it is characterized by inclusivity,
cultural humility and diversity, and fueled by
their customers. The company has carved out construction challenges with a creative solution. child-like wonder. Chikd360’s work culture
a place for itself as consistently one of the best The employee owners and craftsmen at Morley empowers healthy people to thrive, which is
places to work in Los Angeles. A fast-paced strive for excellence and work towards their the door to authentically supporting children
2 creative environment that is obsessed with
personal and professional growth, employees
flock to BAMKO for a number of reasons.
collective purpose to build a better future
through their contributions to the landscape
of LA. Morley has adapted and embraced
holistically.
11. BURNHAM BENEFITS INSURANCE
BAMKO has built a culture that proves the creed of “building smarter.” The ideals of SERVICES
that an emphasis on human flourishing is also collaboration, innovation, and trust, as well Making the “Best Places to Work” list for
good business. Talented employees choose to as the uncompromising integrity of Morley’s the fifth year, Burnham Benefits is a publicly
work for BAMKO because it’s a place that employees provide the foundation for future held, full-service strategic employee benefits
emphasizes growth and gives people the tools to growth and success. consulting and property and casualty brokerage
grow personally, professionally, and spiritually. firm offering comprehensive client-first
In 2020, that philosophy paid off in a big way. 7. AUTOMOTIVE CREDIT CORPORATION strategic solutions. The closely held nature
In a year where BAMKO’s industry competitors Automotive Credit Corporation’s family- of Burnham Benefits allows its leadership to
saw their revenue drop by 30 to 40 percent on owned business’ benefits, amenities, and adapt—investing in cutting-edge technology,
average, BAMKO reported 88% sales growth. perks have helped to maintain a fun working and the tools and resources needed to provide a
DERMAVANT SCIENCES INC BAMKO’s focus on positivity and growth environment that constantly supports strong specialized level of service. Burnham Benefits’
D ermavant Sciences is a clinical-stage
biopharmaceutical company committed
to fostering unprecedented change and
and a team that was able to come together
amidst adversity is a huge reason behind its
otherworldly success. BAMKO employees thrive
teamwork. ACC has created an environment
that is centered around family, fun, and
flexibility. The company is not based on a
commitment to Certified B Corp values and
healthy work-life harmony for its employees is a
testament to the unique culture that Burnham
unparalleled impact in immuno-dermatology. in the face of adversity and never shrink away hierarchy, but instead has maintained its success continues to nurture year after year.
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12. CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES 14. PARAMOUNT GLOBAL INC. 16. STENO 18. DISQO
- INFORMATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT At Paramount Global, the culture is Steno was created in 2018 because its DISQO is changing the way that the
The CHLA Information Services defined by great people seeking excellence in founders wanted to revolutionize the court world’s largest brands, agencies and consumer
Department has proven itself to be a leader performance and innovative customer service. reporting industry. The founders developed intelligence companies get to know their
in places to work in Los Angeles. With an Not only is Paramount a second-generation a new style of litigation financing called consumers. It has built the first identity-based
emphasis on finding and retaining top talent family-run organization, the management and DelayPay. Then they developed Steno platform that combines consumer attitudes
within the tech sphere, CIO Steve Garske employees all treat one another as family in the Connect, Steno’s signature videoconferencing and behaviors together to power the most
leads his department with a primary focus on office, and in the field — with loyalty, honesty, platform, specifically for remote depositions accurate and predictive insights solutions for
the needs of the patients. With an abundance and accountability. Co-founder Jack Gample and bench trials. Team Steno consists of a its customers., and DISQO does all of that
of employee benefits and activities, the started the business over 40 years ago, selling unique blend of people with backgrounds with the willing participation of our consumers
Information Services Team at CHLA is able paint containers from the back of his pickup in in law, technology, operations, and finance. and without using outdated technologies like
to quickly respond and act during emergent Paramount. Today, this entrepreneurial spirit is Employees enjoy a progressive company culture third-party cookies. We help our customers get
issues, focus on the needs of patients, and instilled in everything the company does. The with an emphasis on transparency and honesty. a cross-platform view into consumer sentiment,
provide a world class IT team to the CHLA team is a hard-working, down-to-earth family Steno is committed to building and fostering measure advertising effectiveness, analyze
staff. with humble roots. The team spirit pushes an undeniably diverse, equitable, and inclusive consumer purchase journeys, and ultimately
everyone at Paramount through to a bright, environment for the community. grow their brands.
13. GREENBERG GLUSKER LLP innovative future.
Greenberg Glusker attributes its success to 17. TRAVELSTORE 19. KARLIN HIURA & LASOTA
being honest, authentic, and people-focused 15. THE GOETZMAN GROUP TravelStore is a leader in business and Karlin, Hiura & LaSota may be a mid-
– not only toward the clients that the firm Goetzman Group offers an intelligent vacation travel as well as meeting and expense sized law firm with the heart of a boutique,
represents, but also toward its team members alternative to temp agencies, costly consulting management solutions. It is a one-stop shop making it a perfect law firm for clients across
at the firm. Greenberg Glusker is a collegial firms, and big four accounting firms. The for everything travel. The company’s in-depth California, but that boutique atmosphere
and friendly workplace, where attorneys company helps businesses with all areas of industry expertise, innovative tools and spills out into the employee experience.
have the opportunity to work on stimulating, finance and accounting.It offers multiple resources provide clients with exceptional The firm is dedicated to ensuring that its
complex legal issues, but where having a life growth opportunities to gain wisdom and job guaranteed lowest airfares, hotel and car rental employees experience wellness through full
beyond the office is valued and respected. This experiences in various business environments discounts and comprehensive travel services. paid health and dental insurance, as well as
is reflected not only in the firm’s policies, but that are tailored to the consultant’s personal skill Travel is an appealing, glamorous industry. It through working remote opportunities prior to
also in how it actively invests in activities and set, and thereby network with many talented touches lives, changes people, challenges them, the pandemic. The firm also does a monthly
resources that make employees feel valued, people in their local area. Goetzman Group brings new experiences. Employees don’t only raffle of a wide variety of prizes ranging from
that support their physical and mental health, consultants receive the consistent care, benefits, travel for a living – yes, the perks of free and Roombas to Target gift cards to backyard
that provide the opportunity to form close and development of the Goetzman organization discounted travel are plentiful – but also get to movie night set-ups. The firm endeavors to
bonds across all levels, and that promote to provide the security and stability that is sell their passion and pour themselves into a show its employees that their hard work does
work-life balance. craved in the constantly changing marketplace. positive force in the world. not go unnoticed.
Synergy.
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20. ERGOBABY 22. RAINES FELDMAN LLP 24. NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL 26. SHERIDAN GROUP
Ergobaby is a leading, premium baby Raines Feldman does not view itself LOS ANGELES Sheridan Group is a service-based
consumer products company that creates as a typical law firm, but rather as a Northwestern Mutual Los Angeles enjoys a organization with a people-first mentality.
innovative solutions to meet the needs of community. The firm is committed to rich heritage as a provider of financial planning Dannine Sheridan materialized her vision of a
today’s parents. Ergobaby’s passion is helping building and maintaining a culture that services. Since 1961, when Northwestern Mutual furniture dealership that focuses on relationship
families bond, grow and thrive. Employees promotes connection, enriches the lives of opened the downtown office, the growing firm building and employee appreciation. Customer
are routinely encouraged to bring ideas to the its members, and enhances the success of its has worked diligently to help people achieve satisfaction is Sheridan’s priority and fostering
table to improve the brand and its efforts. The clients. Raines Feldman promotes diversity, their goals and dreams for financial growth and meaningful connections in the company’s trade,
team members at Ergobaby collaborate to solve inclusion, teamwork and collaboration, security. The company motto, “Spend Your Life delivering exceptional services. The leaders at
problems and strive to meet the opportunities support, warmth, kindness, a strong work Living” extends to team members as well. Regular Sheridan Group listen, support and appreciate
ahead of them. They set goals together, rally ethic, positivity, progressiveness, and public staff recognition, competitive benefits, all employees and tailor teams to allow the
each other and offer help to one another – innovation. With a dedicated devotion to its career coaching, and an entire committee organization to achieve its objectives and meet
all in support of a global community that is craft, the firm’s co-workers and clients, the dedicated to team camaraderie are just some of goals. The positive work environment and
resilient, empathetic, anti-racist, inclusive result is a solid team with strong relationships the elements that elevate the staff well above just tremendous employee retention nurtures an
and welcoming, which starts with having a both internally among all staff and externally their job titles. effective team dynamic.
workplace where all people can thrive. with clients.
25. SIGNATURE ESTATE & INVESTMENT 27. TIGERCONNECT
21. NOURMAND & ASSOCIATES 23. TK1SC ADVISORS, LLC (SEIA) As a unified team with a shared mission
Nourmand & Associates is one of the tk1sc has been a part of shaping the Signature Estate & Investment Advisors, to improve healthcare, TigerConnect is
only family-owned real estate brokerages in West Coast building landscape Since 1979. LLC (SEIA) is a Registered Investment Advisory committed to continuously improving
Southern California and has been a mainstay The company’s experience spans more than firm offering wealth management services themselves and each other. The team is
in the Los Angeles luxury market for over 40 40 years with involvement in residential, tailored to meet the unique needs of affluent consistently accountable, takes ownership, and
years. Nourmand & Associates has weathered mixed-use, office, retail, higher education, individuals, institutions and corporations. We always finds ways to stay human. Considering
many up-and-down cycles of the real estate community colleges, K-12, and healthcare specialize in investment management, financial the fact that employees spend over a third
landscape and has still managed to consistently projects. Management truly cares about the planning, investment consulting retirement of the work week with their coworkers,
thrive and succeed in the local market. Even well-being and success of all tk1sc employees. planning, legacy planning and philanthropic what makes TigerConnect great is the
through the current pandemic, Nourmand Their happiness both in and out of the management. Since 1997, SEIA has fostered a acknowledgement of that fact and that their
& Associates has dedicated itself to helping workplace is a top priority and the company collaborative work environment where associates people actually do want to spend time with
agents remain productive and motivated and strives to be as accommodating and helpful as work alongside owners and management to one another. The team members are all driven
has also supported its staff while they are possible. By providing monthly office lunches, make a positive impact on the firm, as well as by the same desire to improve healthcare
working from home, treating each employee as perk programs and quarterly parties, tk1sc aims the clients the team is so proud to serve. Even communication; and believe that when a
if she or he were a member of the Nourmand to show its appreciation and gratitude for the while growing, SEIA’s uncompromising culture of team feels like they’re making a difference, It
family. team. respect has never wavered. becomes an awesome place to work.
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28. HOWARD BUILDING CORPORATION 30. SKLAR KIRSH LLP 32. PACIFIC ADVISORS LLC 34. WOUND CARE ADVANTAGE
Howard Building Corporation (HBC) Sklar Kirsh LLP is a corporate, real estate, Everyone at Pacific Advisors has a Wound Care Advantage has an
is a leader in Southern California’s tenant entertainment, litigation, and bankruptcy law passion for their work and wants to make a important mission: to save the limbs and
improvement construction industry. If you ask firm founded by attorneys from nationally and significant difference in people’s lives. Too lives of patients by ensuring every hospital
any of the several individuals who have been internationally recognized firms. The firm is many Americans retire without enough can provide access to a comprehensive wound
with HBC for over 25 years, they will tell you committed to making the office a friendly, savings, run short of money for major life care program. Knowing that this mission
how the company used to be small enough to supportive, positive, and safe place to work, and decisions, or leave loved ones financially requires employees who are healthy, satisfied
hold the annual holiday party in a dining room. attorneys and staff socialize both in and outside vulnerable. The team at Pacific Advisors with their work, and excited about the part
Or they will tell you about the time the three the workplace. There is a focus on the team devotes its careers to work that truly matters: they play in the mission of the organization,
founders showed up to work dressed as waitstaff at Sklar Kirsh and everyone works to support helping people overcome these hurdles and for almost twenty years the most important
to serve the team a meal of appreciation. both the clients and one another in delivering guiding them toward greater financial stability. asset of the organization always has been and
While HBC may have outgrown the ability outstanding legal service. The founders built The employees excel at dynamic teaming and always will be its employees. Management
to continue these traditions, the familial Sklar Kirsh to be both a premiere boutique law share a feeling of community, and the leaders makes a point of hiring people, not positions
culture has remained unchanged. HBC offers firm and a positive and supportive workplace, set the tone with ambitious and innovative and offers a unique work environment to
competitive benefits and is proud to be 100% never compromising their values as the firm ideas. achieve great things.
employee-owned. grows.
33. GOLDEN STAR TECHNOLOGY INC. 35. BANK OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
29. FRANKFURT KURNIT KLEIN & SELZ, PC 31. THE LIBERTY COMPANY The moment that you walk through GST’s Bank of Southern California is a growing
A best in class law firm at the intersection INSURANCE BROKERS INC. lobby, you’ll see the company values painted community bank that offers a range of
of media, entertainment, culture and The Liberty Company is an independently- onto the wall. GST follows the “ABC” of financial products to individuals, and
commerce, Frankfurt Kurnit provides high- owned insurance advisory firm which has been accountability, building connections, and businesses throughout Southern California’s
quality legal services to clients in a wide range servicing the needs of businesses and individuals character. Through its 36 year history, GST major metropolitan cities. The bank strives to
of industries. With more than 90 lawyers, across all types of insurance for over 30 years. consistently engages its employees through create a positive culture where employees feel
the firm represents Fortune 500 companies, Liberty has grown consistently by attracting personal development, community service, valued and are recognized for their work. As
leading marketing services and advertising talented and entrepreneurial people into its and team building. Each month, GST at the the bank continues to grow, it is dedicated to
agencies, Academy Award-winning celebrities, energetic and collaborative culture which minimum hosts a training event, community maintaining a strong culture. The leadership
individual artists, partnerships, joint ventures, focuses on employee happiness, wellbeing and service and team building events. Each year, team at Bank of Southern California is
charitable organizations, and other businesses growth. Liberty has established offices across the GST does a companywide kickoff in January committed to developing and maintaining
and individuals. The firm also maintains a country by partnering with leaders who fit the to recap the prior year and to detail out the a positive work environment. With a focus
commitment to support its attorneys and staff, culture and are driven by the same mission of strategy and objectives of the new year. At the on employee engagement and morale, the
and to create an environment that provides a “Promoting Peace of Mind with Great Care.” As midyear point, it holds a half-year recap to leadership team dedicates significant resources
safe, comfortable place to work for people of all a company, Liberty welcomes new and diverse reprioritize and make any needed tweaks and dollars to providing and maintaining a
genders, races, religions and sexual orientations. voices as the best way to thrive and grow. as a team. positive company culture.
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