Centrifuge Media Named #6 Best Place to Work in the Triangle by TBJ

We’re excited to announce that Centrifuge Media has been named one of the Triangle Business Journal’s 2025 Best Places to Work, earning the #6 spot in the Medium Company category!

This recognition is especially meaningful because it’s based on anonymous employee feedback—a true reflection of the satisfaction, engagement, and pride our team feels in the culture we’ve built together.

Celebrating 20 Years with a Top Honor from Triangle Business Journal (TBJ)

The Triangle Business Journal’s Best Places to Work Awards celebrate companies across the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill region that prioritize people, purpose, and progress. For Centrifuge, this honor comes during a milestone year: our 20th anniversary—a time to reflect on our growth, our people, and the bright future ahead.

“We’ve seen a lot of growth and new opportunities over the years, but at the end of the day, our incredible team makes all the difference.”
— Lauren Dearmore, Associate Director of Strategy

“It fills my heart for Centrifuge Media, Inc. to be recognized for something I wholeheartedly believe – the best place to work!”
— Ashton Gourlay, Art Director

A group of our longest-tenured team members and leaders proudly represented Centrifuge Media at the awards luncheon:

Brian Rivers, President & CEO

Melanie Gerard, Chief Financial Officer

Jack McDonald, Executive Director of Client Relations

Steve Welch, Executive Director of Creative Services

Adrienne Bogner, Director of Account Services

Will Sanders, Operations & Logistics Manager

Matt Reyes, Senior Finance Manager

Amy Schaller, Office Manager

Lauren Dearmore, Associate Director of Strategy

Ashton Gourlay, Art Director

“Receiving this acknowledgment really speaks to what everyone through the years has positively contributed to make Centrifuge Media what it is today!”
— Brian Rivers, President & CEO

“This recognition highlights our company’s 20-year legacy, driven by the dedication of our exceptional employees.”
— Melanie Gerard, Chief Financial Officer

The team returned from the ceremony energized, and we celebrated the win back at the office with champagne and cakes, a sweet way to toast two decades of collaboration, growth, and innovation.

“Everyone at Centrifuge Media knows it’s a great place to work, but it was rewarding to have it publicly validated by a third party and an honor to be recognized among such an impressive list of great local organizations.”
— Jack McDonald, Executive Director of Client Relations

“As I think back on the 13+ years I’ve spent with the company, I realize how fortunate I am to be somewhere that has allowed me to learn what I’m passionate about and excel at even if it doesn’t fit inside a linear pathway.”
— Matt Reyes, Senior Finance Manager

“We had so much fun representing Centrifuge Media, Inc. at today’s Triangle Business Journal’s awards luncheon for Best Places to Work!”
— Adrienne Bogner, Director of Account Services

As we look ahead, Centrifuge Media remains committed to fostering an environment where creativity thrives, people feel valued, and strategy drives what we do for our clients.

Take a look back at our 20-year journey:
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Dive into the Company Timeline →

See how the team reacted to seeing our name on the Best Places to Work list:
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Best Places – Work Executive Insights
Watch the Executive Insights Interview with Brian Rivers – Triangle Business Journal