Los Angeles is a mecca for creativity, entrepreneurship and innovation.
Known globally as a hub for entertainment, it’s not difficult to imagine that LA’s culture of self-starting, gig work, networking and novelty is also a fertile ground for tech companies to plant their roots and grow. The result is a local boom of tech opportunities on the West Coast, with California boasting the most tech job postings in CompTIA’s 2024 Tech Jobs Report.
Amongst the many well-known startups residing in LA’s “Silicon Beach” region are three companies leaning into growth and innovation this month. Hiring pushes, professional development opportunities and advancements in AI are a few of the highlights from Built In LA’s featured companies this month. Local professionals curious about new opportunities and what this bustling tech scene is up to: look no further than the list below.
What FabFitFun does: FabFitFun is a membership-based lifestyle brand that delivers beauty, fashion, wellness, fitness, home and technology products to customers.
Fun Benefits at FabFitFun
- Quarterly fitness classes
- Catered lunches and in-office snacks
- Pet-friendly office
Open roles at FabFitFun: FabFitFun is currently hiring for several positions in the LA area. Current listings range from mid-career to senior level and cover engineering, product and sales roles.
What Ylopo does: Ylopo offers a complete digital marketing solution designed to help real estate agents and teams across the United States make more money and save time.
Financial Perks at Ylopo
- 401(k) and performance bonuses
- Home office stipend for remote employees
- Health, dental, vision and life insurance with flexible spending account
An organic approach to professional growth: Ylopo is growing its team while employees are growing their careers. In a conversation with Built In LA, Ylopo’s VP of Marketing Edwina Loh spoke about her professional background and how she feels about career development at Ylopo. Describing the team as “a tight-knit community,” Loh emphasized that the less-structured, organic approach to mentorship and professional development at Ylopo has had a positive impact on her career.
What HG Insights does: HG Insights uses data to empower clients to get a clear understanding of their market and make more informed decisions about their business.
Holistic Benefits at HG Insights
- 401(k) matching and company equity
- Health, dental and vision insurance 100% covered for employees
- Mentorship program, continuing education and tuition reimbursement
Working with cutting-edge technology: HG Insights, like many companies today, is finding new ways to upgrade its products and services with the power of AI. Built In LA spoke with Lauren Wong, a data scientist at HG Insights, about how the team’s culture of collaboration and experimentation inspires her to stay informed about the latest tech while she fine-tunes the next innovative product update.
