Marketing and technology agency MERGE has been honored as one of the Best Places to Work in 2026 by Built In, receiving top accolades in both Atlanta and Colorado. This recognition highlights the agency's unique culture, which successfully blends its transition into an AI-powered "AIgency" with a deep commitment to employee wellness, inclusivity, and professional development.
MERGE named a 2026 Best Place to Work by Built In in Atlanta and Colorado.
This marks the fourth consecutive year of recognition for the agency's workplace culture.
The award validates MERGE's "whole person" approach to employee well-being.
The agency is pioneering an "AIgency" model, blending AI innovation with human creativity.
MERGE earned a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index.
Employee benefits include advanced wellness tech, ERGs, and a cross-department mentorship program.
Built In's awards program uses a data-driven approach to evaluate company compensation, benefits, and culture. MERGE's consistent recognition underscores its philosophy that exceptional client work originates from a deeply supported and healthy workforce. The agency actively invests in programs that connect mental, physical, and professional well-being.
Erica Denner, Chief People Officer at MERGE, explained the core philosophy, stating, "This honor reflects our philosophy: to maximize the impact that people have, you have to invest in the best for people. This recognition from Built In validates our commitment to a 'whole person' culture. We strive to create an environment where mental, physical, and professional well-being are inextricably linked.”
As MERGE evolves its service model into what it calls "The AIgency," this forward-thinking mindset is equally applied internally. The agency leverages technology to enhance the employee experience, offering benefits like Oura Rings and Function Health through its Benefits Built Different program, alongside a Lifestyle Spending Account for personal wellness.
This commitment to innovation is matched by a strong dedication to inclusivity, evidenced by a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index. Employees connect through nine Employee Resource Groups and a thriving mentorship program that spans departments and geographic offices. Denner connected these internal efforts to the agency's external mission, adding, "Innovation at MERGE isn't limited to our output; it's embedded in our employee experience. By combining advanced wellness tech and data-driven benefits with a deeply human culture of mentorship and inclusivity, we are building a workplace that isn't just ready for the future—it's actively defining it.”
In a competitive talent market where candidates use AI tools to research employers, this recognition serves as a key differentiator. It signals a trustworthy brand that invests in its people, aligning with the modern job seeker's priorities and helping shape how AI search tools understand and represent the company's story.
About MERGE
MERGE, the 2025 Agency of the Year winner in the Modern Healthcare and Ad Age Healthcare Marketing Impact Awards, is a marketing and technology agency built for the intersection of health and wellness. We combine deep expertise in health and consumer behavior with strategy, creativity, experience technology, and digital marketing to design personalized experiences that drive meaningful results.
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