Showbie
Showbie, based in Edmonton, AB, Canada, helps over 1.5 million teachers and students streamline classroom workflow and enhance productivity and communication. The company offers a flexible work environment, comprehensive health benefits, and a variety of employee perks to ensure a happy and productive team.
Company Overview
Showbie is based in Edmonton, AB, Canada, operating within the education industry. The company has a team size of 11 and was a part of the Y-Combinator IK12 batch. Showbie aids over 1.5 million teachers and students in organizing classroom workflow, enhancing productivity, and improving communication all in one convenient platform. It serves regions primarily in Canada and other parts of America.
Employee Benefits and Work Environment
Showbie provides a comprehensive health benefits package, including dental, vision, travel insurance, massage, chiropractor, and more. The company offers a flexible work environment where team members can choose to work from home, a coffee shop, the YEG office, or any other location where they feel comfortable and productive. Additionally, Showbie has a generous time-off policy and closes its offices between Christmas and New Year’s to give the team a break. The casual dress code allows employees to dress comfortably in jeans, t-shirts, flip flops, etc. The company also provides Showbie swag and new Mac products for work.
Employee Support and Happiness
Showbie has a Happiness Team dedicated to ensuring employee satisfaction at work. The firm offers a $200 allowance for employees to purchase noise-cancelling headphones to enhance productivity. Showbie organizes monthly mini-events and a few bigger events, including an enjoyable Christmas party. Every Friday at 3:30 pm, the team celebrates with Beer O' Clock to mark the start of the weekend. The company supports community engagement through charity support, volunteering opportunities, and environmental initiatives.
Work Location and Office Culture
Showbie is located in the heart of downtown Edmonton in a historic building, surrounded by cafes, restaurants, downtown events, and convenient transit options. The company maintains a casual dress code, allowing employees to dress comfortably in the workplace. The flexible working environment offers team members the option to work from various locations, including home, coffee shops, or the YEG office. The team enjoys a variety of organized events and casual Fridays, fostering a friendly and engaging office culture.