Pros
Time off is generous (unlimited with prior approval.) They do offer healthcare coverage, life insurance, 401k plans, and commuter benefits. Atmosphere is casual and laid back, occasionally with small events outside of work. There may be opportunities for remote work. There used to be weekly wine tastings but I don't think those happen anymore. Either way, employees do receive a good amount of free or discounted wine! Normally they taste pretty good too, I usually really enjoyed the wines we offered. The staff was pretty diverse and worked well together. Mostly millennial and genuinely fun to be around. Colleagues are eager to support each other. The company will usually provide you with the software or equipment to carry out your responsibilities. There were opportunities to work on some amazing projects with big clients as well.
Cons
If you work for Lot18, chances are you will be roped into working for several other "sister companies" owned by upper management, without proper compensation. It's clear there is a favorite and Lot18/Tasting Room isn't one of them anymore. The focus is divided, you almost feel like the forgotten child. Opportunities for growth are very limited. Good talent is either laid off fairly quickly or they choose to leave on their own when they realize that they will not be promoted beyond entry-level. This leaves existing staff members with additional responsibilities that they are not properly trained for. Management and employee turnover is HIGH. Downsizing is common, as is office relocation. Yes, I mean getting settled and working in one office then having to move to a completely different location in a matter of months. I worked there for a few years and worked out of 5 different office locations. The customer service experience leaves much to be desired. The most common complaint being that Tasting Room isn't transparent enough about their business model and how they will be charging someone. You'll notice they no longer display reviews on their Facebook page or allow users to comment on their Instagram photos. Good luck even trying to call them. Freelancers aren't always paid on time. Bonuses may also be held for an undetermined amount of time for a vague/unspecified reason. It seems at this point they're conducting business simply to keep the lights on. There's little effort in showcasing what they actually have to offer.