I Am Embarrassed To Tell People Where I Work! - Designer Melissa & Doug Employee Review

1.0
Feb 24, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

If you read the other reviews, you'll see that most folks will say that the best part of working at M&D is the co-workers. Now that we have been working from home for almost a year, and we don't see our co-workers anymore, this is no longer a "pro".

Cons

The current management team are all former employees of Nestle/Waters. They are systematically firing tenured, educated, valuable employees, and replacing them with rejects from Nestle/Waters. They have changed the face of this company, which is why I am now embarrassed to tell people where I work. We were even FORCED to sign confidentiality agreements.

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5.0
May 5, 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Since joining the company, I’ve seen continuous growth and meaningful change for the better. M&D fosters one of the most welcoming and friendly work environments I’ve experienced. It’s a place you can truly be proud to work, not just because of their commitment to delivering quality products, but also because of the genuine care they show for their people.

Cons

The company is in a phase of transformation and integration which comes with its pain points.

2.0
Apr 4, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Salary only without stress of commissions.

Cons

Limited opportunities for growth. Leadership hiring is always from the outside.

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