Brightwell Named One of Atlanta’s Top Workplaces by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution
ATLANTA, GA — August 26, 2025 — Brightwell, a leading financial technology company based in Atlanta, is proud to announce it has been named one of the 2025 Top Workplaces in Atlanta by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC). This recognition honors companies across the metro area that foster a positive, engaged, and high-performing workplace culture.
As part of the selection process, 8,8180 companies were nominated or invited to participate by employees and community members. More than 95,000 workers across the Atlanta region were surveyed, resulting in this year’s list of the Top 175 companies. Brightwell earned distinction as the 7th ranked company in the midsize workplace category.
Each year, the AJC partners with Energage, an independent research firm, to evaluate thousands of Atlanta-area employers. Winners are selected based on anonymous employee feedback gathered through a comprehensive survey that measuring key aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection. The list reflects companies where employees feel truly valued, supported, and motivated to succeed.
“Being named a Top Workplace is especially meaningful because it reflects the strength of our team,” said Larry Hipp, CEO of Brightwell. “We’re intentional about everything we do, and this award affirms that the culture we’ve built together is making a real difference. It’s our people, through their curiosity, passion, and collaboration, that makes Brightwell such a great place to work.”
“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That's something to be proud of. In today's market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That's paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”
This honor reflects Brightwell’s dedication to fostering a workplace that emphasizes meaningful impact, professional growth, and shared success. Guided by its mission-driven approach and core values, the company continues to prioritize employee experience, with benefits and initiatives designed to support both individual and team development. To view the full list of Top Workplaces, visit: https://www.ajc.com/top-workplaces/
About Brightwell
Brightwell is building the essential infrastructure for global finance, empowering businesses to move money securely, efficiently, and at scale. With a focus on embedded payments, Brightwell enables cross-border transactions across a variety of industries and use cases. Trusted by startups, platforms, and Fortune 500 companies, Brightwell processes and secures billions of dollars each year. Its adaptable technology and deep expertise in compliance, risk, and user experience help organizations unlock growth, improve customer outcomes, and expand their global reach. With a focus on innovation and impact, Brightwell is transforming how businesses send money around the world.
Brightwell media contact: marketing@brightwell.com
Brightwell is a technology provider and not a bank or other regulated financial institution. All regulated international transfer services associated with Brightwell are provided by The Bancorp Bank, N.A. Terms and conditions apply.
About Energage
Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 18 years of culture research and the results from 27 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.
