We’re thrilled to share that CaptivateIQ has been named to Forbes’ 2026 America’s Best Startup Employers list. This marks our fourth consecutive year being recognized as one of the top startup workplaces in the United States.

Forbes’ annual ranking highlights startups that excel in creating exceptional company cultures, attracting top talent, and fostering employee satisfaction and growth. The list, which was compiled in partnership with global market research provider Statista, evaluates thousands of U.S. startups across three key performance indicators:

• Employer Reputation: How a company is talked about and perceived across media coverage, social conversations, and industry recognition.
• Employee Satisfaction: What team members say about their experience, including feedback, reviews, benefits, and day-to-day culture.
• Growth Metrics: How sustainably and intentionally a company is scaling, from headcount growth to broader market momentum.

“We’re honored to be recognized once again as one of the best startup employers in the nation,” said Mark Schopmeyer, founder and Co-CEO. “Being named on this list for four years running is a testament to our team’s dedication to building not just a great product, but a great place to work.”

A Culture of Growth and Opportunity

Our continued appearance on the Forbes list reflects how intentionally we invest in our people. At CaptivateIQ, transparency and ownership are at the core of how we build and who we are. Team members are empowered to take initiative, think like builders, and make a real impact from day one. As we scale, we remain committed to building a workplace where employees can grow alongside the company, both personally and professionally. 

“We don’t take this recognition lightly,” added Conway Teng, founder and Co-CEO. “It inspires us to keep building an environment rooted in transparency, creativity, and shared success, because amazing work is done by amazing people.”

About CaptivateIQ

CaptivateIQ is the leading Sales Performance Management solution trusted by industry leaders, including Boston Scientific, Affirm, and Datadog. By unifying sales planning and incentives in a single, AI-infused platform, CaptivateIQ gives teams the agility they need to navigate today's market volatility. Join the over 800 teams building a path to resilient revenue with CaptivateIQ. To learn more or explore careers at CaptivateIQ, visit captivateiq.com/careers. 

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