1 Edifecs Bellevue Health care software Edifecs has an internal reward and recognition program, where employees earn points they can use for hotels, tickets, company swag, gift cards, and charitable donations. An on-site Wellbeing Center offers fitness training and yoga classes, freshly squeezed juice, and organic food options. A personal trainer, nutritional counselor, massage therapists and an acupuncturist are on-site daily. Venkat Kavarthapu
2 Edward Jones Seattle Financial services All income after expenses is paid to associates through bonuses, profit sharing and partnership earnings at the company, which has nearly 16,000 locations across North America. Employees enjoy flexible, family-friendly workspaces and are encouraged to volunteer. Regional meetings in the summer offer a “physical and mental three-day escape” for financial advisers. Managing Partner: Penny Pennington
3 Parametrix Seattle Environmental engineering This 100% employee-owned company says its annual distributions through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan consistently exceed industry benchmarks for profit sharing and returns. Company offices have Ping-Pong tables, and many offices are located next to trails to promote breaks throughout the workday. Charitable events include the United Way Pie in the Face fundraiser. President & CEO: John Willis
4 Icertis, Inc. Bellevue AI-powered contract intelligence Like CloudMoyo, Icertis says its culture is shaped by its FORTE values: Fairness, Openness, Respect, Teamwork, and Execution. Volunteer activities include cleaning parks and volunteering at food banks. Icertis also promotes wellness through seminars with guest speakers, in-person and virtual yoga sessions, and badminton tournaments. CEO: Samir Bodas
5 Mutual of Enumclaw Insurance Company Enumclaw Insurance This 126-year-old company says its purpose is to build a 500-year-old organization where “we dream of our children’s children working here.” The company’s core set of values was developed in conjunction with the Disney Institute, the professional development and training arm of The Walt Disney Co. Mutual of Enumclaw has achieved some of the highest customer service ratings in its industry, and its Gallup employee engagement scores rank in the 99th percentile. President & CEO: Eric Nelson
6 MG2 Seattle Architecture and design The company motto, “people make the place,” is the foundation for its success. Team members enjoy fully paid, unlimited-use Orca passes and participate in charitable events that benefit the community. The firm’s annual Swing for the Cure, for example, raises funds for Fred Hutch Cancer Center, and every studio chooses an organization on the annual Day of Giving. Last year, that meant more than 3,000 hours of time donated to worthy causes. AIA, LEED AP, CEO: Mitch Smith
7 Astronics AES Seattle Manufacturing Managers sometimes hold one-on-one meetings while exercising on the trail system near the company’s office that overlooks Sammamish Valley. Employee groups and committees include those focused on wellness, events, books, cycling, equestrian, hiking, mountain biking, and running. There’s also an employee appreciation breakfast and a company picnic. President and CEO: Peter Gunderman
8 Washington Energy Services Lynnwood HVAC contractor This family-owned company says it enjoys a multitude of fun happenings to keep team members engaged, including apparel handouts, holiday parties, events and birthday celebrations, and catered lunches and breakfasts. Company leaders say they strive to “make work feel like fun and make work feel like family.” President: Vern Olson
9 Greenpoint Technologies Bothell Aerospace Greenpoint hands out monthly core competency awards and an annual teamwork award, and hosts events including an annual chili and cornbread cook-off, barbecues, birthday celebrations, and a Halloween costume contest. Perks include an on-site hair salon with discounted services for employees and their families, dry-cleaning services, an exercise center, nearby walking trails, and a bistro-style lunchroom stocked with snacks, complimentary espresso, soft drinks, fruit, and freshly baked cookies CEO: Klaus Koester
10 Pushpay Redmond Church software This company says it loves to “clap, celebrate, and honor accomplishments, big or small.” Pushpay has several employee-led groups, including those dedicated to women’s leadership, race and culture, volunteer opportunities, and a mentorship program.
11 Bob’s Heating & Air Conditioning Woodinville Bi-monthly job site-focused safety meetings come with breakfast and “fun” company swag. Celebrations include bonuses, gifts, a costume contest, a summer office barbecue, and an in-office espresso stand. The Better Business Bureau has honored the company with its Torch Award for Ethics. s President/CEO: Vern Olson Sr.
