Does BDA pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, BDA employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at BDA. This rating has decreased by 18% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at BDA?

36% of BDA employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated BDA 2.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 2.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at BDA?

Account Manager (35) , Business Development Associate (BDA) (12) , Client Service Coordinator (11) , Client Services Coordinator (11) , Client Service Coordinator (CSC) (10) , Program Coordinator (9) , National Account Manager (8) , Project Manager (8) , Sales Associate (8) , Program Manager (7) , Sales (7) , Director (6) , Retail Sales Associate (5) , Sales Coordinator (5) , Customer Service Representative (4)

What are the pros of working at BDA according to real employee reviews?

"flexibility and great people to work with" ((in 51 reviews)); "Sometimes you get a good team." ((in 10 reviews)); "Amazing coworkers some nice clients" ((in 9 reviews)); "Flexible hours." ((in 7 reviews)); "Comfortable working environment" ((in 6 reviews))

What are the cons of working at BDA according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay (at least 10k less than the industry standard for your role)" ((in 33 reviews)); "Poor management and horrible communication." ((in 28 reviews)); "Salaries are low" ((in 14 reviews)); "Benefits also suck if you have more than just yourself you're trying to get covered." ((in 14 reviews)); "BDA offers no bonuses below director level." ((in 12 reviews))

What are employees saying about BDA layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about BDA layoffs and their outlook for job security at BDA in 2026.

What are the top reviewed BDA locations?

Woodinville , Seattle , Plainfield , Austin , Atlanta , Round Rock , New York , Washington , Charlotte , Indianapolis , Kansas City , Goodyear , Scottsdale , Troy , Washington , Dallas , Fort Worth , Irvine , San Francisco , Bothell , Kirkland , Lynnwood , Boston , Greenville

BDA reviews

Item: BDA
Rating: 1
Author: Former employee - Anonymous employee

2.8

36% would recommend to a friend

(431 total reviews)

Jay Deutsch

37% approve of CEO

39% positive business outlook

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BDA has an employee rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars, based on 431 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The BDA employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.4 stars).

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2.0

Mar 19, 2014

So much potential, but....

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people, fantastic clients, fun company events

Cons

Unfortunately, the company is a disorganized mess. Management ranges between below par and atrocious. Policies, procedures and operations plans are not completely thought out and vetted, which results in mistakes and double or triple work to get things right. In addition, technology, work tools and training are abysmal. Bonus plans are either non-existent for some employees or unrealistic carrots for others. Common complaint among employees is that the company uses every trick to avoid paying bonuses or to minimize the payouts. It also seems the company is having financial issues, which has turned a bad situation even worse.

1.0

Mar 18, 2014

Laid off after ONE WEEK! What does this say about a company?! CAUTION: Don't work here!

Project manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people to work with!

Cons

Laid off after 6 days of employment!! I quit my very secure job in order to advance my career with BDA to turn around and get laid off after ONE WEEK!! Are you kidding me?!

1.0

Mar 17, 2014

I worked at BDA for 5 years

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people and a great opportunity for many to get experience working with big Fortune 100 clients.

Cons

Company will chew you up and spit you out once they are done with you. Layoffs are very common. This has nothing to do with performance. I won awards and was nominated for employee of the year. The fraternal comments are completely true. You either drink the kool aid or you are out. Bonuses are presented as part of a hiring package and then they are non-existent. Medical benefits are the worst I have ever seen if you are married with kids. Plan to spend what you would if you were self-insured. The talk a big talk but they don't back it up. I don't think the owners even believe what they are preaching anymore about this company being about respect and family. This company lacks real LEADERSHIP. No real STRATEGY. It changes on a daily basis. A real shame as this company had the potential to be great.

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