TOP SMALL COMPANIES (10-25 employees) Blue Dog Merch PPAI 358255, Standard-Base Category: Distributor Headquarters: Nashville, Tennessee Top Executive: Ryan Small Employees: 15 Website: bluedogmerch.com Employees’ Favorite Things: Personal confidence in their futures, appreciation by management, good benefits What Employees Say: “Blue Dog Merch is a place where you’re encouraged to bring your ideas, your energy and your personality to work. The team is collaborative, the leadership is approachable, and there’s a real sense of pride in what we create for our clients.” Bright Ideas In Broad Ripple PPAI 134589, Standard-Plus Category: Distributor Headquarters: Indianapolis, Indiana Top Executive: Jan Lorenzano Employees: 11 Website: bright-ideas.org Employees’ Favorite Things: Good benefits, fair pay, proper training and tools What Employees Say: “I have had a very long career at Bright Ideas and love my job and all the people I work with. We are a team that works to lift everyone up to be the best they can be!” Certif-A-Gift PPAI 113420, Gold Category: Supplier Headquarters: Arlington Heights, Illinois Top Executive: Andy Tobutt Employees: 18 Website: certif-a-gift.com Employees’ Favorite Things: Confidence in leadership, efficiency and excellence, strong values and ethics What Employees Say: “Working for a small, family-owned company that truly values its employees has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Regardless of previous experience, they believe in giving everyone a fair chance and take the time to provide the tools, training and support needed to help you succeed.” College Hill Custom Threads PPAI 629831, Standard-Plus Category: Distributor Headquarters: Pullman, Washington Top Executive: Tony Poston Employees: 11 Website: chthreads.com Employees’ Favorite Things: Confidence in leadership, recognition and praise, proper training and tools What Employees Say: “It’s like working in a startup with heart – busy days, a lot of collaboration and a team that knows how to have fun while getting things done. It’s the kind of place where your voice matters. The team is supportive, leadership is accessible, and the culture feels like a mix of hustle and heart. It’s not just a job – it’s a place where people root for each other.” PPAI • SEPTEMBER 2025 • 55 Greatest Companies To Work For | Must Read Blue Dog Merch Bright Ideas In Broad Ripple Certif-A-Gift College Hill Custom Threads
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