FairWarning reviews

3.9

68% would recommend to a friend

(84 total reviews)
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Ed Holmes

78% approve of CEO

70% positive business outlook

FairWarning has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 84 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The FairWarning employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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84 reviews
4.0
Oct 10, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

I was on the product team, which has a ton of very talented developers. Very strong management on the product team. They really know what they're doing and know how to drive product development in the right direction. Lots of room for improvement in a lot of places, so if you're looking to start working here in a technical role there's lots of opportunity. The key is to seize the initiative on big projects and see them through to the end. Solid company, you'll have very good job security here. Strong CEO with a lot of insight into the market and a proven entrepreneurial history. Along with a proven track record of success starting business he has experience working at NASA and IBM. Really smart guy and pretty much always accessible. This place really has some of the most fun and best tech to work on in the Tampa Bay area. If you want to work in open source software, Linux, cloud infrastructures, this is the place in the Tampa Bay region. There's tons of room here to really make a difference. Standard benefits as most other places. 4% 401k match, health covered 75% for yourself, dental available, etc. Really awesome place to either start your career and learn a lot or get a stable position where you'll make large contributions to the organization for years.

Cons

No WFH. There was a time where we could WFH. Technical workers should be allowed some shifts to WFH. The times I was allowed to WFH I got more done than I could've in the office. The push for culture can be a little much at times. It's picked up the last year or two, my first year and a half or two years it was great. There can be some cumbersome bureaucracy but every organization gets some of this. Really not a whole lot of cons.

1.0
Aug 15, 2019

A fish rots from the head first

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Pros

I cannot remember any pros besides a small handful of decent people but they don't stay for long. This is a great place if you're a beginner in your career and want to use a job in order to get a better paying job.

Cons

I wanted to just quickly echo what is said in other reviews to support what has been reported about the culture of the company, the founder, the nepotism, and issues with different cultures and diversity. All true. Turnover rate is really high which says everything you need to know, but there's more... Family members that work here receive special treatment. The founder is arrogant beyond belief, and what another reviewer said about you having to "answer to him" is accurate as he tests people making it feel like you're back in school. People wanting a healthy work-life balance are shamed. Recent college grads are exploited for low pay. Unless you're close to the family, you are discouraged from taking vacation and sometimes even prohibited from doing so if you haven't worked there long enough. And you wouldn't believe how diverse employees that don't behave in a particular expected way are treated... it's pretty atrocious. Working here in my experience can be traumatic, especially if you're a POC. You have been warned.

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FairWarning Response
6y
Thank you for providing your feedback, we’re sorry you did not have a positive experience at FairWarning. We did want to take a moment to address a few of the comments you mentioned. It appears you are no longer at FairWarning and based on your review, you were probably a team member over a year ago – there have been a lot of changes in 2019. FairWarning has now hired a new CEO and a big focus for 2019 has been listening to employee feedback and enhancing our policies to reflect what our team actually wants and needs. A few of the big changes have been a switch to unlimited time off, remote working days, and flexible schedules. We have also launched awards and recognition programs as well as annual reviews and a structured merit cycle. FairWarning encourages diversity and has made strides towards building a culture around just that.
5.0
Apr 23, 2018
Recommend
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Pros

I left a job and company that I loved in order to move home to Florida. Even during the interview process, I knew that FairWarning was different from most workplaces. The interview process is difficult and time-consuming but definitely worth it. I spoke with HR over the phone, spoke with the Managed Privacy Services manager over the phone, then met the MPS Manager, the Director, and the Chief Culture Officer. After that? I met with Kurt, the CEO, and received an offer shortly thereafter. I work as a Privacy Analyst and I love everything about this position. FairWarning provides a great team/collaboration environment while fostering skills and drive in every individual employee to exceed their goals. I have my own list of customers that I support daily and I have been encouraged since day one to work on my own projects. If I think something can be done better or more efficiently, management is all ears and willing to listen to suggestions and make the necessary changes. I am always happy to come to work and I learn something new every day. Management is great. I have never had a problem taking time off for a doctor's appointment or for car trouble. I had the flu and few months ago and everyone encouraged me to take some time off and recover. The PTO policy may sound strict but personally, I love having my PTO time and my vacation separate. It allows me to take the time I need when I'm sick and I know I will still be able to enjoy my vacation. You'll hear a lot about the culture here and although it sounds cliche, it's anything but. Everyone here is 100% genuine and authentic. Our holiday party was awesome and a great way to show my boyfriend the amazing group of people that I work with. We also work with several charities throughout the year and celebrate most holidays together in the office. Managed Privacy Services is growing quickly and I am looking forward to what the future holds for us. I couldn't ask for better management and I feel that the opportunities are endless. You must be motivated and willing to work hard but everything that you put in will be rewarded.

Cons

I have no complaints. Everything is great.

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FairWarning Response
8y
You are a true FairWarrior! We’re glad to hear your experience here has been positive and you feel welcomed and appreciated. We strive to make sure all team members are set up for success and feel a part of our team and connected to our vision. Keep up the great work and we encourage you to be open and honest with your manager as you progress in your career here. You are on a very strong team!
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