The 25 small businesses that gained a spot on our second annual
list are thriving, as well as thrilling in their work/life ways. That's
how they won our vote, through their commitment to supporting working
moms. With many traditional benefits, like flexible schedules and
on-site child care, professional development and paid leave, even
on-site gyms, our winners are carving out creative work cultures to
nurture—and retain—their staff. They even exceed our expectations when
it comes to innovative perks, like providing catered dinners to
new-parent employees, stocking an office playroom with toys so parents
can bring their children to work and sending moms off to enjoy at day
at a spa. It's no wonder that the number of women-owned firms continues
to grow at twice the rate of U.S. firms overall. Indeed, small
businesses are a big contributor to our economy: They create two out of
every three new jobs and account for slightly more than half of the
gross domestic product in this country. We're certain you'll enjoy
meeting these inspiring small-business owners.

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Photo: Kimberly Huckabee from Veterinary Associates