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TenantBase Named as Forbes Best Startup Employer in 2020

Lindsay Lutz
Lindsay Lutz

Santa Monica, CA June 23, 2020 - TenantBase, a tech-enabled commercial real estate company, announced it was named as a “Forbes Best Startup Employers 2020” winner. Companies were selected based on an innovative methodology evaluating Employee Satisfaction, Employer Reputation and Company Growth.

“We are honored to be selected as a Forbes Best Startup Employer and the award validates many of the goals we set when starting the company. Our incredible growth over the last few years was a result of the amazing team we have assembled and the culture that was created,” said Bennett Washabaugh, TenantBase co-founder and CEO. “Since there was no application process, it was a surprise and tremendous honor when we learned we were selected from more than 10,000 companies based on empirical data.”

America’s Best Startup Employers were selected based on employer excellence in three ways:

  • Employee Satisfaction that included extensive research related to Average Length of Employment and Online Employer Reviews.
  • Employer Reputation that reviewed company specific information algorithmically extracted from social media channels such as news sites, blogs and social networks.
  • Company Growth that measured Website Traffic, Headcount Growth Rates, and Industry-Referenced Job Openings.

“When I started 5 years ago, TenantBase was still fully developing the business model of technology-enabled brokerage. It’s been an amazing experience to grow our Orange County office and help expand the business model mature into 11 markets and more than 150 people. As the company has expanded we’ve been able to keep our core values and culture,” said Max Morris, Market Lead for the Orange County office.

TenantBase is always searching for talented people to join our company. View our current opportunities at https://www.tenantbase.com/careers/

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About TenantBase

TenantBase is a tech-enabled commercial real estate platform built to revolutionize the leasing process for tenants. TenantBase couples proprietary technology with top local tenant rep brokers to ensure tenants have an end to end leasing experience built and tailored entirely around the needs of the modern tenant consumer. Learn more at tenantbase.com.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

TenantBase, Inc.
Lindsay Lutz
(214) 620-4870
lindsay@tenantbase.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does TenantBase's technology-enabled platform simplify the process of finding office space for businesses?

TenantBase simplifies the office search by reversing the traditional commercial real estate model. Instead of businesses spending weeks searching listings and contacting landlords, tenants begin by sharing their space requirements, including location, size, budget, and timing. TenantBase’s technology then matches those needs with qualified local tenant-representation brokers and relevant market options.

What role do local tenant representation brokers play in TenantBase's commercial real estate leasing process?

Local tenant-representation brokers provide market expertise, advocate for tenant interests, and manage the leasing process from start to finish—space selection, negotiations, and concessions—helping reduce risk and improve outcomes.

How can I use TenantBase's blog to compare different commercial real estate leasing options?

The blog breaks down lease structures (Gross, Net, Modified Gross) and explains how costs like taxes, insurance, and CAM charges affect total occupancy expenses so readers can compare trade-offs.

What insights does the Partner Broker Highlight section provide for businesses searching for office space for rent?

Partner Broker Highlights showcase trusted tenant-rep brokers, their experience, and advice—building transparency and trust while sharing negotiation and market insights.

How does TenantBase tailor the leasing experience to help businesses find the right office space fit online?

TenantBase combines technology with local tenant advisors to customize searches based on headcount, growth plans, budget, and timing—streamlining discovery and helping teams lease space that fits operational and financial goals.