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2.9

32% would recommend to a friend

(44 total reviews)

Rich Antoniello

35% approve of CEO

16% positive business outlook

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1.0
Apr 21, 2026

A Toxic Work environment that still exist

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Pros

Great for networking and clout

Cons

There are some real cultural issues that are hard to ignore. Leadership, particularly at the top, often creates an environment where misogyny feels normalized rather than addressed. It impacts how people are treated, how decisions are made, and ultimately who gets opportunities. There’s also a strong sense that if you’re not considered a “favorite,” your path for growth is extremely limited. Advancement doesn’t always feel tied to performance or impact, but rather proximity to leadership and internal politics. From a business standpoint, decisions can feel short-term and transactional. There’s a pattern of buying into subcultures and trends without genuinely investing in or respecting the communities behind them, which raises questions about long-term vision and stability. The overall work environment can be toxic. Priorities shift often, goals aren’t always clearly aligned, and teams are left trying to make sense of changing direction without much support. Communication from leadership can be harsh and, at times, disrespectful. For those familiar with the company’s past controversies around workplace behavior, it doesn’t feel like much has fundamentally changed. There’s a lingering sense that deeper issues have been managed rather than truly resolved. There is plenty of proof as they carelessly send unhinged emails to employees - next web series will be "surviving Complex".

4.0
Feb 4, 2026

good but no growth

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Great people, culture, office location

Cons

Leadership sometimes is sometimes scattered in their vision. Not a lot of growth opportunities.

2.0
Aug 28, 2025

Toxic

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Pros

Cultural Hub Cool Projects Grindy

Cons

Work Culture is toxic, management doesn't work to promote growth.

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