Ad Age Names Ignite Social Media Best Place to Work in 2025

Ignite Social Media was today named one of Ad Age Best Places to Work for 2025, one of only 25 companies our size in the United States to earn this honor.

One of our core values is #greatworkplace, so this prestigious recognition is more than just an award—it’s a testament to our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace environment that prioritizes our most valuable asset: our people.

“An agency is nothing but a collection of talented people pulling together,” said Jim Tobin, our CEO and Founder. “That’s why we invest in things like Mystery Trips, Freestyle Fridays, Pick-a-Perk, and more. Motivated people do the best work, and why not enjoy it along the way?”

What Makes a Best Place to Work?

The AdAge Best Places to Work 2025 list is not just another corporate ranking. It’s a comprehensive evaluation that goes beyond surface-level perks. The selection process is rigorous, involving in-depth questionnaires and employee surveys that examine critical aspects of workplace excellence: 

• Employee satisfaction and engagement
• Compensation and benefits
• Corporate culture and leadership
• Professional development opportunities
• Work-life balance
• Recruitment and retention strategies 

With 80% of the scoring based on employee feedback and 20% on company policies and practices, this recognition truly reflects the authentic experience of our team.

Navigating Challenges in a Dynamic Industry

This year’s list is particularly significant. As Dan Peres, president of Ad Age noted, the recognized companies have demonstrated remarkable resilience in an unsettled economic landscape. The advertising and social media industries have faced unprecedented challenges, from economic uncertainties to rapidly changing media markets and competitive talent acquisition.

Our inclusion in this list reflects our ability to not just survive but thrive amid these complex dynamics. Only 25 companies with 150 or fewer employees and 25 companies with over 150 employees make the list.

We’ve remained committed to creating an environment where innovation, creativity, and personal growth are not just encouraged but celebrated.

More Than Just an Award

Being named to the Ad Age Best Places to Work is more than a badge of honor. It’s a powerful statement about our organizational values and our approach to team building. It signals to current and potential team members that Ignite Social Media is genuinely invested in their professional and personal success.

For prospective talent in the advertising and social media sectors, this recognition is designed to highlight us as an employer of choice that understands the importance of nurturing talent, fostering creativity, and maintaining a supportive work environment. Want to work for us? Check out our Careers page to see what openings we have. 

Looking Forward

Thank you to Ad Age, to Workforce Research Group, and most importantly, to our incredible team who makes Ignite Social Media the amazing workplace it is today.