50 Best Startups to Work For in Chicago, IL 2023

"Radio Flyer is a great place for curious minds to bring innovative ideas, without red tape limiting execution. Flyers are tasked to find new and better ways to do their work and given the trust and bandwidth to experiment and fail along the way."

"Pangea offers the opportunity to be involved in the full design and development process. I am able to fully understand the product and architecture, while putting the best solution forward. I have added many skills that have advanced me in my career."

"The Grand Studio team goes above and beyond to ensure I feel not just welcomed but also supported and challenged on every project. I am thankful to learn from such a talented group who champions trust, humility, and collaboration."

"I’m glad I joined NP! Folks around here are super friendly, masters of their craft, and always willing to help and share knowledge. There’s so much excitement around here that I look forward to what the workday brings when I wake up every day."

"I really enjoy working at Supernova and love our team! We are a small team, but we are so effective and productive in many ways. It feels super good to ‘grow up’ with the company together – and to see how different it is day by day. "

"The people at Kalderos thrive in an environment focused on collaboration, which set us up for success. With our diverse backgrounds and talents, we’re able to leverage our experiences and strengths to work together to succeed in a common mission."

"What excites me about Pareto is that I get to work with some of the best talent to build and evolve an innovative data and analytics platform that solves some of the most complex healthcare issues in the industry."

"Working for Allwyn has been enjoyable in many ways! It's exciting & rewarding to be apart of building something special from the ground up. My co-workers are all helpful and very knowledgeable from many different backgrounds."

"I get to be on the front lines every day, hearing directly from advisors about their operations and the changing needs of their clients. Through these relationships, I get to have my finger on the pulse of the most pressing trends in the space."

"I am amazed by how open-minded the company can be and how the leadership values each employee's professional development and feelings. I feel so lucky that I have chosen a company that values employee and people."

"When I joined the team, I was blown away at how friendly and genuine everyone is. Members of the team never miss an opportunity to show their interest in you or do thoughtful things. I also love the feeling that my ideas are heard and supported."

"One Six has tapped into a simple secret: treat your employees like gold and they will treat your customers like gold. They have built a community of smart technologists, treat them well, and now can sit back and watch the customers keep coming back."

"There is opportunity to grow, learn and experience new challenges and cultivate a rewarding culture. "

"At MVMNT, we offer unlimited PTO to encourage our employees to take time for themselves. Our industry can often be stressful and sometimes we need to take a moment to recharge. Additionally, our hybrid work model offers flexibility for team members to work how they see fit, which can improve productivity and trust among departments."

"Focused Labs is a great company where I am given the opportunity/tools needed to succeed with support of leadership. My coworkers are fun, sociable people that provide feedback to improve while keeping myself feeling safe and included on the team."

"Long running inside jokes meets heavy GIF usage meets a variety of nerdy hobbies."

"I loved that I had the possibility of working with small teams with different expertises. I had the opportunity to solve complex problems and see them come to life."

"Purchasing Platform has allowed me to grow along with the business. Our leadership team is transparent, supportive, and willing to explore ideas from anyone within the organization. I'm constantly looking forward to what comes next. "

"My skills and opinions are valued at Analytics8. I love that I am continually learning and growing my skill set."

"I love that I am constantly being pushed to be more innovative and precise with solutions when the unexpected occurs. Being a part of a growing team in a growing industry really motivates me."

"Working here has exceeded all expectations! UPshow has created a dynamic and motivating environment that always keeps me challenged. Being a part of this organization right now is already amazing, but the opportunity ahead is what excites me most!"

"oak9 is challenging, respecting, entertaining and most of all extremely flexible. Working at a startup like this one is always rewarding."

"I feel empowered. My supervisor, Robin, always says, "you're the boss of you." I've become so much more confident in my decision making and self management because our leadership team gives me a lot of freedom in my work."

"There aren’t many companies doing what we’re doing right now, which means there’s a lot of room for innovation. Our team has a great trajectory and I’m confident in our ability to bring this product to market."

"At Adage I'm surrounded by people who are not only smart, but dedicated and passionate about what they do. Everyone here is actively trying to do their best work and help one another to do the same."

"I love that I get to work directly with our customers. From the close of the sale through Go-Live, we get the opportunity to really dive into their current pain points, build a solution with Aclaimant, & create a trusting partnership."

"The support & encouragement to do what I feel is right and in the best interest of the company is unlike anything I have experienced at other employers. The autonomy given to do my job is refreshing."

"The office vibe is great because of the amount of control we have over it. One of the benefits is that we are free to shape the culture as we like. It's a true team environment in the sense that everyone has a job to do to help us achieve a common goal. The support is great but not blind, we all challenge each other to be our best in everything. "

"We work hard for our clients and for each other and that keeps me waking up every day excited to go to work!"

"A company that respects my personal time as much as MARKT-PILOT means that I will always respect their needs. With up to 6 weeks PTO/Sick time per year, and 12 weeks of paternity leave, I can fulfill life goals while helping MARKT-PILOT succeed !"

"I love that Cured is helping the healthcare industry take a step forward when it comes to patient engagement technology. It's quite rewarding to see the impact that we have we have on our customers and the patients in the communities that they serve."

"I left a job in big tech to join Live Bash, but the only difference is the number of people on the team. There are very efficient processes in place to help us hit our goals and support each other. There's a very strong sense of team at Live Bash."

"Work/life balance is simple at Aptitive. Do what it takes to get the job done and do what you need to keep yourself happy and healthy. Work schedules allow the team the flexibility to do their work without sacrificing friends, family, or the things they love."

"I have always appreciated that the managers root for everyone here to win. It makes me feel more confident doing my work and has built a really supportive, savvy team across our organization that knows how to give feedback and work together well."

"I have never felt as welcomed as I have at Bridge. The amount of effort each employee puts into helping people really shows their passion for what they do. The environment is fun, my coworkers are amazing and everyone here wants to see you win. "

"It’s incredibly rewarding to hear unprompted customer feedback on how features I’ve released are being used and making a difference. I work with passionate people looking to transform an industry and I get to contribute to our customer's success."

"WayFinder has demonstrated through its actions that my work is valued; and, it's formed a family culture that respects different ideas and opinions. It also invests in the best tech/equipment that allow everyone to perform at the highest levels."

"I knew that I wanted to work at a place where there is no shortage of learning opportunities and growth, and I’ve found that in Nextpoint. I feel supported in my role as a product support specialist. Everyone here is so helpful and knowledgeable."