15 Featured Companies to Watch This Fall

Autumn has (unofficially) arrived, which means many of us are planning our annual trip to the pumpkin patch and perusing our local bakeries for seasonal treats. 

Despite the falling temperature, the following employers are heating up, and Built In is excited to announce noteworthy investments in their people, products, culture and even their perks and benefits. 

Take repair and operating supplies provider Zoro, for example. Its tech leaders are spearheading the company’s AI transformation by setting clear technical and ethical standards, investing in engineers and analysts, and building AI-first teams that can scale sustainably. 

Meanwhile, identity authorization company FusionAuth recently announced the appointment of Jamey Miller as its senior VP of engineering and technology. Drawing on his experience in the Laboratory Information Management Systems space, Miller is driving the company’s efforts to enable its enterprise customers to stay secure while embracing AI. 

These 15 companies have a lot to offer this season — and many are hiring. Read on to see why these are the employers to watch this fall. 

Capital One is more than just a bank. We are a team of innovators with a shared purpose using real-time data at scale, AI, machine learning and the power of the cloud to change how people bank and live. 

Prioritizing growth: Business Analyst Rohan Krishnan recently spoke with Built In about how Capital One helped him strengthen his AI and machine learning skills through hands-on experimentation and insightful feedback, which ultimately enabled him to help launch a new check deposit model that catches more fraud. “This experience has been transformative,” Krishnan said. “It provided a proven framework for addressing complex root causes and gave me the confidence to lead projects that connect high-tech execution with a truly human-centric strategy.”

 

 

Cox Enterprises operates a multinational portfolio of brands spanning the automotive, cleantech and agricultural industries. These brands include Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, BrightFarms and Mucci Farms. 

Investing in AI: Earlier this year, several Cox Enterprises team members spoke with Built In about how the company recently asked a group of employees to engage in a 30-day AI sprint in order to build agentic AI solutions while establishing a scalable foundation for future innovation. Several projects from the 30-day sprint advanced into production and were later showcased at the 2026 National Automobile Dealers Association Show. “The ambition was to prove that Cox Automotive could lead with AI in a meaningful way, on a compressed timeline, using internal talent,” Director of Machine Learning Udit Luthur said.

 

 

Qualtrics’ AI-powered platform is designed to enable brands to optimize employee and customer experiences and perform strategy and research. 

Clear pathways toward growth: In an interview with Built In earlier this year, Global People Development Leader Nicole Kelley shared how the company makes it easier for employees to earn promotions by leaning on frameworks like the SCARF model and the 70/20/10 development model. She noted that managers also have consistent, honest questions with their direct reports to help them grow. “Effective managers identify specific skill gaps rather than giving vague feedback and co-create robust, experiential development plans with targeted stretch projects,” Kelley said.

 

 

Huntress is a cybersecurity company that helps businesses strengthen their defenses through managed security products and support from its Security Operations Center.

Continuous growth: Two Huntress team members  recently spoke with Built In about how the company has grown by expanding its product suite and entering new markets, all while ensuring its people are supported along the way. “Even after all of the growth Huntress has earned, the culture has remained inclusive, collaborative and transparent,” Account Executive II Brett Sklena said.

 

 

Air Space Intelligence manages 40 percent of U.S. air traffic across both public and private sectors, partnering with major airlines like United Airlines and Alaska Airlines to optimize flights, deliver fuel savings and reduce flight times. 

A powerful partnership: Earlier this year, the company announced its partnership with National Grid, one of the largest electric and gas utility providers in the United States, which allows the company to deliver AI-powered decision support for electric grid planning and operations. Air Space Intelligence CEO and Co-Founder Phillip Buckendorf shared in a statement, “The electric grid is one of the most complex systems in the world, and the decisions utilities face are only getting harder. ASI has spent years building advanced AI technology for mission-critical operational environments — including aviation, logistics and defense — and we’re proud to partner with National Grid to bring those same capabilities to support the critical infrastructure that powers everyday life.”

 

 

JumpCloud’s platform is designed to help IT, security operations and DevOps teams control and manage employee identities and devices. 

Driving alignment: In an interview with Built In earlier this year, Senior Director of Global Product Design Jake Taylor discussed how he and other leaders keep priorities clear by relying on the company’s Global Priority List, which acts as a single source of truth for current, upcoming and backlog initiatives across the company’s feature teams. “It gives everyone clear visibility into what they’re working on, how it’s prioritized, and how it ladders up to the larger picture so designers aren’t guessing where their work fits,” Taylor said.

 

 

GrayMatter Robotics develops AI robotics solutions for use in manufacturing. 

Redefining manufacturing: Late last year, the company announced the opening of its new headquarters in Carson, California, which will support its continued development of AI-powered manufacturing automation solutions. According to a Built In report, the company’s new headquarters will help the company expand its technical capabilities into more manufacturing processes, increase its manufacturing capacity, advance its AI stack, fuel customer acquisition and launch workforce training and certification programs. 

 

 

Hinge is an online dating app. 

An authentic new feature: Earlier this year, the company launched “Friend’s Take,” a feature that allows users’ friends and family members to write short, authentic notes about them using text, voice, video and photos. In an online statement, Hinge Chief Product and Technology Officer Ben Celebicic shared, “Dating has always been a team effort, but until now, there hasn't been an easy way for the people who know you best to be part of creating your Hinge profile. Friend's Take makes room for those who are always alongside you as you date and gives potential matches a richer, more authentic sense of who someone is before they meet.”

 

 

Zoro is a subsidiary of Grainger that sells maintenance, repair and operating supplies to business owners. 

All in on AI: Zoro Head of AI and Data Addhyan Pandey caught up with Built In earlier this year to share how he’s driving the company’s AI transformation, including setting clear technical and ethical standards, investing in engineers and analysts, and building AI-first teams that can scale sustainably. “As the company evolves, we’re intentionally reshaping how we work, how we build, and how we use data and AI to create meaningful, differentiated customer value,” Pandey said.

 

 

Hi Marley’s platform is designed to help property and casualty insurance companies simplify carrier and policyholder communications.

Empowered to excel: Customer Success Manager Sara Kenney recently spoke with Built In to share why Hi Marley’s supportive culture is one of the biggest reasons she enjoys her day-to-day work. “I feel supported when I want to try new things,” Kenney said. “There’s flexibility, trust and an understanding that we’re all adults who want to do and can deliver really great work.”

 

 

Credal.ai’s multi-agent AI platform enables organizations to connect their internal data to LLMs. 

Well-being and balance: Credal.ai invests heavily in employees’ well-being and work-life balance. In addition to offering initiatives like team workouts and company-sponsored outings, the company also provides unlimited PTO, enabling employees to take whatever time they need to recharge. 

 

 

Adswerve, Inc. is a predictive marketing consultancy that develops solutions using data, analytics, media and AI.

Building a strong culture: Earlier this year, People and Culture Manager Courtney Reed caught up with Built In to share how the company maintains a supportive, inclusive culture. This includes a focus on employee recognition, which is rooted in an awards program based on the company’s core cultural pillars. “Our recognition process is designed to be a direct reflection of our pillars in action, ensuring that every team member feels seen and valued by both their peers and leadership,” Reed said.

 

 

Cie serves as an innovation lab and accelerator, backed by a venture portfolio that includes brands like Cie Games, Nativo and Titan School Solutions. 

A mission-first mindset: In a recent interview with Built In, Cie HR Business Partner Karlie Moore shared how the company’s mission inspires employees and guides the decision-making process. “Our mission comes to life through everything we build,” Moore said. “As our startups advance through different stages of growth and fundraising, the Cie hub remains deeply embedded — bringing shared talent, expertise and insights to each venture.” 

 

 

FusionAuth’s platform is designed to enable teams to build, deploy and scale identity authorization on their own terms. 

In the news: Earlier this year, the company announced the appointment of Jamey Miller as senior VP of engineering and technology. Prior to joining FusionAuth, Miller served as chief product and technology officer at Confience, a Laboratory Information Management System company, where he helped improve delivery predictability and platform security while integrating the acquisition of LIMS competitor, LabSoft. Regarding his new role, Miller shared in a statement, “Identity is becoming more challenging as AI applications, autonomous agents and the rising security expectations of enterprise customers continue to reshape what authentication and authorization need to accomplish. FusionAuth is perfectly built for this environment, and I look forward to successfully leading the company's engineering team into its next chapter.”

 

 

Invoice Home offers customizable invoice templates for small businesses and freelancers. 

Supporting professional success: Marketing Specialist Dylan Hicks recently caught up with Built In to share how the company invests in employees’ professional development by providing access to online training courses. He shared how the company enabled him to take courses through Udemy, which has helped him grow as a marketing professional. “Many companies treat their marketing talent like fodder; a revolving door of young, disposable talent,” Hicks said. “Invoice Home, on the other hand, would rather invest in its marketers and their upskilling.”