Forward Networks Achieves a Spot on Fortune's Best Workplaces in the Bay Area for the Second Year

Forward Networks Named Among the Best Workplaces in the Bay Area

Forward Networks, Inc. has added another feather to its cap by being recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in the Bay Area for 2025, a commendation from Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine. This accolade marks the second consecutive year that Forward Networks has been included in this prestigious list, proudly claiming the 16th spot in 2025.

What Sets Forward Networks Apart

To achieve a position on the Fortune Best Workplaces in the Bay Area list, Forward Networks underwent a rigorous evaluation process that involved nearly 85,000 anonymous employee surveys. The survey results reflect not just a high level of satisfaction but also the strong trust employees have in the company's leadership and its culture. According to David Erickson, Co-founder and CEO of Forward Networks, "Great cultures don't happen by accident—they're built every day by teams who care deeply about one another and the mission." This emphasis on team cohesion and respect reveals a company that prioritizes both innovation and employee well-being.

Forward's commitment to creating a positive work experience is evident in its operations. Employees do not only engage in cutting-edge technology but also thrive in an environment that respects their contributions, challenges their capabilities, and inspires their aspirations. This recognition consolidates the belief that when you invest in your people, significant outcomes naturally follow.

Evaluating Best Workplaces

The selection for the Best Workplaces takes into account various factors that define the work experience. It looks at how employees of different roles, levels, and functions perceive their workplace. The honors are reflective of consistently positive outcomes and experiences shared by the workforce, making it clear that every employee's voice matters. Companies that aspire to make this illustrious list must meet several criteria: they must be Great Place To Work Certified™, have a minimum of ten employees in the U.S., and operate out of the San Francisco Bay Area.

Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work, commented, "Congratulations to the Fortune Best Workplaces in the Bay Area. These companies prove that prioritizing people leads to better performance." The emphasis on supporting and investing in employees emerges as a clear trend among top workplaces, highlighting a formula that fosters sustainable and profitable growth.

Recognitions Beyond the Fortune List

In addition to this noteworthy achievement, Forward Networks has also received accolades elsewhere. The company was recognized with the "Trailblazer Compliance" Award in Cyber Defense Magazine's recent Global InfoSec Awards. Furthermore, CEO David Erickson emerged as a finalist for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 Bay Area Award, underscoring his influential leadership.

Forward Networks: Innovating Network Management

Founded in 2013 by four Stanford Ph.D. graduates, Forward Networks has been revolutionizing the realm of network management. The cornerstone of its innovation lies in producing a digital twin of the network that guarantees security, reliability, and agility for network operators. Supporting devices from all major networking vendors—including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud—Forward Networks is setting the standard for the future of network technology.

With substantial backing from investors like MSD Partners, Goldman Sachs, and Andreessen Horowitz, Forward Networks continues to grow and expand its impact in both the tech industry and workplace culture.

For those interested in more information about Forward Networks, visit their website at www.forwardnetworks.com.