It’s no secret: Coloradans love their dogs. Like, a lot.
And thanks to the state’s abundance of dog-friendly establishments and activities, good boys and girls can be found just about anywhere, joining their humans on hikes, camping trips, backcountry powder days, visits to the local brewery — and yes, even in the office.
But some Colorado tech companies — even those that aren’t able to allow pets in the building — are stepping up their pet-friendly perks and benefits in a big way, offering pet insurance plans to employees and their four-legged friends. We took a look at some of the companies keeping the pups of Colorado tech adventure-ready, and in the process, discovered other perks that have us tilting our heads in excitement.
What they do: Carbon Black delivers cloud-based endpoint security to businesses (including one-third of the Fortune 100), replacing traditional antivirus programs and using real-time data recording and analysis to predict and prevent cyber attacks — before they have a chance to do harm.
Where they do it: Boulder
Other perks you’ll love: Employee stock purchasing options, comprehensive health benefits (including life and disability insurance), 401(k), flexible and remote work opportunities, unlimited vacation time, team outings and happy hours, and more.
What they do: Xactly Corp’s sales performance management platform helps sales teams drive success and plan for the future, leveraging technology like machine learning to streamline processes and create alignment across the entire organization.
Where they do it: Denver
Other perks you’ll love: Unlimited vacation time, comprehensive health benefits (including life and disability insurance and FSA), fitness subsidies, 401(k) matching, performance bonuses, parental and family medical leave, and more.
What they do: Summer camp is all about fun, but the behind-the-scenes operations can be anything but. CampMinder aims to change that with technology that merges engineering expertise with the unique needs of summer camp providers. Its SaaS platform helps camp organizers manage and streamline their operations with tools for handling tasks like registration, staffing, integrated healthcare, transportation and fundraising.
Where they do it: Boulder
Other perks you’ll love: Trust-based PTO, paid parental leave, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) with a 4 percent company match, an onsite meditation room, a $300 per year wellness allowance, free onsite parking, a pet-friendly office, and more.
What they do: An effective ethics and compliance program can save a business both its reputation and a whole lot of money, and Convercent’s platform offers a turn-key solution. Its technology drives ethics to the center of a business, helping companies maintain compliance, avoid risks and manage things like employee helplines, disclosures, training, codes of conduct and more.
Where they do it: Denver
Other perks you’ll love: A pet-friendly office space, an employee wellness program, comprehensive health benefits, company equity, parental leave, free parking, craft beers on tap, a stocked kitchen, and more.
What they do: Skookum helps businesses tackle their toughest digital challenges, offering services ranging from digital strategy and customer experience to software development and prototyping — and putting product and experience design at the core of everything they build.
Where they do it: Denver
Other perks you’ll love: Comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) matching, an employee wellness program, flexible work schedules, family medical leave, unlimited vacation time, a casual dress code, and more.
