Cognia (GA) Reviews

3.8

74% would recommend to a friend

(62 total reviews)

Mark Elgart

74% approve of CEO

71% positive business outlook

Cognia (GA) has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 62 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Cognia (GA) employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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62 reviews
2.0
14 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Benefits and lack of accountability as my department only required staff to show up when they wanted so it was great.

Cons

I worked here and unfortunately found the experience to be deeply disappointing. One of the most concerning aspects was the complete absence of a structured performance review process. Without regular feedback or clear benchmarks, growth and development felt arbitrary, and recognition was inconsistent at best. Even more troubling was the company’s tolerance for discriminatory behavior and politically charged discussions in the workplace. HR failed to enforce basic standards of professionalism and inclusivity, allowing biased comments and divisive conversations to go unchecked. This created a hostile environment for many employees and undermined the sense of safety and respect that should be foundational in any organization. Even more concerning is HR’s failure to address discriminatory behavior and inappropriate political discussions in the workplace. These conversations were not only tolerated but often normalized, creating an uncomfortable and divisive environment. The company relies heavily on contractors but refuses to pay overtime, despite demanding availability and output beyond standard hours. Meanwhile, full-time employees are frequently unavailable or offline during critical times, leaving contractors to pick up the slack without support or compensation. This imbalance, combined with the absence of leadership and oversight, fosters resentment and burnout. I would not recommend this company to anyone seeking a respectful, equitable, or professionally managed workplace.

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Cognia (GA) Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about working at Cognia. We encourage a culture of professional growth and development, and we regret that you have felt your experience to be deeply disappointing. At Cognia, we are committed to fostering a professional and inclusive environment for all of our employees. We address any such concerns as they are reported. We take our values very seriously and are constantly looking at ways to provide staff with additional opportunities to share their perspectives on how the organization is performing. We appreciate this feedback as we are always striving to make improvements.
1.0
8 Oct 2025

Toxic culture

Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Being able to work from home

Cons

Toxic culture, racism, and unqualified leadership

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Cognia (GA) Response
8mo
Thank you for providing your feedback about working at Cognia. At our organization, we prioritize a respectful and inclusive environment and are committed to ensuring a positive workplace for all. We’re sorry you feel we did not live up to this, and we always encourage all employees to contact our HR department with any concerns.
3.0
3 July 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Hardworking, highly motivated and skilled colleagues Excellent benefits Work from home flexibility Known industry-wide for exceptional products

Cons

Limited opportunities for growth and professional development Challenges to diversify and get into new markets Difficulty hiring for open positions Some teams are understaffed Decisions on which RFPs to bid on do not always seem to be made based on our strengths and likelihood of winning

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Cognia (GA) Response
9mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about working at Cognia. We are pleased to hear your comments on our excellent benefits, skilled colleagues, and work-from-home flexibility. We understand your concerns about growth opportunities, hiring and market diversification and appreciate your valuable insights as we strive to make improvements.
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