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9 Dallas-Fort Worth companies land on Inc.'s new list of the best places to work

Nine DFW employers are doing it right.

If you’re hunting for a new job, you might want to check out nine Dallas-Fort Worth companies that have been named among the best workplaces in the U.S.

On May 10, Inc. magazine released its 2022 list of the 475 best workplaces in the country, 22 of which are in Texas, including the nine in DFW.

After collecting data from thousands of submissions, Inc. chose honorees that best represented dedication to “redefining and enriching the workplace in the face of the pandemic,” says Scott Omelianuk, the magazine’s editor in chief.

Each nominated company participated in an employee survey conducted by Quantum Workplace that touched on factors like management effectiveness, perks, employees’ professional growth, and company culture.

The nine DFW-based winners are:

5, an Irving-based energy advisory firm
Bestow, a Dallas-based life insurance company
Embark, a Dallas-based business advisory firm
Idea Grove, a Dallas-based marketing and PR firm
JB Warranties, an Argyle-based provider of HVAC and plumbing warranties
MB Group, a Plano-based accounting firm
The Power Group, a Dallas-based PR firm
The Vested Group, a Plano-based IT consulting company
TimelyMD, a Fort Worth-based telehealth company that focuses on students

“Our mission is core to our business and culture, making Bestow a unique place to work and build your career,” says Melbourne O’Banion, co-founder and CEO of Dallas-based Bestow in a statement. “As we grow and expand our impact on the life insurance industry, we will continue providing a best-in-class workplace that supports and attracts top talent.”

Here are the other Texas companies that made the cut.

Austin

Abilitie, a provider of virtual mini-MBAs and leadership simulations
Apty, a provider of web-based software for large companies
Cartograph, a consulting firm for brands in the organic and natural foods industry
Corvia, a provider of technology for the financial services industry
Homeward, a provider of financing for home purchases
INK Communications, a marketing and PR firm
Osano, a provider of data privacy software
Praetorian, a cybersecurity company
Scribe Media, a platform for self-published authors

Houston

Liongard, a Houston-based provider of an IT automation platform
QTS, a Tomball-based provider of physical and electronic security services
WizeHire, a Houston-based provider of HR software

Tyler

Education Advanced, a provider of education software

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6 female founders in Dallas make prestigious Inc. 500 list for 2025

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Six innovative female founders from greater Dallas have been recognized by Inc. Magazine for leading their industries forward.

The women were named to Inc.'s Female Founders 500 list, which features female entrepreneurs based in the U.S. The group attracted approximately $9 billion in 2024 revenue and $10.6 billion in funding, according to Inc.

“Female founders know what struggle is, but they’re also experts of improvisation, adaptability, and creativity. The women featured on this year’s list exemplify these qualities," Diana Ransom, Inc. executive editor said in a release. "Through times of uncertainty, their unwavering dedication and steadfast leadership are not only inspiring but vital to driving progress.”

The Dallas honorees represent industries ranging from content creation software to custom garden kits to bakeries.

Here are the Dallas-area founders, their companies, and why Inc. says they chose them:

Amber Capone, Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (Southlake). "For partnering with Stanford University on a study about Ibogaine therapy in veterans with traumatic brain injury, and premiering a documentary on psychedelic-assisted therapy at the Telluride Film Festival."

Amber Venz Box, LTK. "For helping content creators build their own businesses by developing a platform that drives $5 billion in purchases annually with more than 40 million monthly shoppers."

Donna Letier, Gardenuity. "For delivering wellness-focused customized gardening kits and experiences to consumers and businesses nationwide, securing $5.5 million in funding and growing its corporate wellness platform by 300 percent."

Susan Sarich, SusieCakes. "For opening five new bakeries, including two in new markets, increasing sales through marketing campaigns tied to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and Wicked, and launching a new loyalty program app that has grown memberships by 50 percent."

Suzanne Miller, SPM Communications. "For overcoming economic hurdles and leading this long-running marketing and PR agency to replace nearly $1 million in lost business."

Tera Davis, CyberOne Security (Plano). "For transitioning the company to women-led and women-owned, adding 36 new customers and hiring more than two dozen cybersecurity professionals."

In all, 28 Texas female founders made this list. See the full list of winners here.

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This story originally appeared on our sister site, InnovationMap.

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