Bold Penguin named among the Columbus Top Workplaces 2026 Award winners

COLUMBUS, OH (March 31, 2026) – Bold Penguin again earned a top spot among the best places to work in Columbus, as designated by Columbus Top Workplaces 2026. This is the eighth time Bold Penguin has won a workplace award since 2018, with recognition across regional, national, and industry publications. 

Consistently recognized as a best place to work

The Dublin, Ohio-based insurtech company Bold Penguin has been consistently recognized for workplace and leadership excellence, ranking among the best places to work in Columbus and the insurtech industry. 

“What makes Bold Penguin special is not just what we build — it’s how we build it. There is a deep sense of ownership, accountability, and partnership that runs throughout the organization. Being named a 2026 Top Workplace is a meaningful reflection of the culture we’ve intentionally created on the Glacier and the people who bring it to life every day,” said Nicole Farley, Chief Insurance Officer of Bold Penguin. “We’ve assembled an exceptional team that pairs expertise with collaboration and a willingness to challenge the status quo. This culture – where everyone is encouraged to Be Bold – fuels our impact on partners and across the industry. I couldn't be more proud of the momentum we're building together.”

How does Columbus Top Workplaces determine which companies make the list each year?

The list of the best places to work is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including feelings of Respected & Supported, Enabled to Grow, and Empowered to Execute, among others. 

At Bold Penguin, employees feel empowered to execute

Bold Penguin connects commercial insurance brokers, agents, carriers, and MGAs through a unified flow from prospecting to placement, helping find a home for every risk in commercial insurance. As one of the best places to work in Central Ohio, Bold Penguin empowers every team member to make a sustainable impact on the transformation of the commercial insurance industry, according to feedback from the Top Workplaces survey. “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 does this, and it pays dividends.”

Frequently asked questions

Who is Bold Penguin?

Bold Penguin is the premier digital broker for commercial insurance. Their technology expands top-of-funnel demand and increases yield for enterprise partners. Through digital distribution, wholesale capabilities, and AI-driven insights, they transform the lifecycle of both simple and complex risks, from prospecting to placement.

Who is Energage?

Making the world a better place to work together.^TM 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.

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