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42 | TH E M R EP O RT Black Knight, Inc. is a premier provider of software and data and analytics to the mortgage and consumer loan, real estate, and capital markets verticals, known for product excellence and transformative solutions. By delivering innovative, seamlessly integrated products with superior capabilities, functionality, and support, Black Knight enables its clients to realize greater efficiencies, drive improved financial performance, and better manage and mitigate risk. STAFFING STATS » Year established: 1962 » Number of employees: 4,800 » Primary locations outside of HQ: Denver, Colorado; Irvine, California; Houston, Texas BENEFITS AND PERKS » Paid parental leave for mother and father » Free onsite gym and fitness classes » Educational/learning opportunities through hundreds of digital courses and certification programs at any time via desktop and mobile app ROOM FOR GROWTH » Black Knight University (BKU) is the cornerstone of employee-education programs. Through BKU, Black Knight is able to offer dozens of in-person and live- streamed courses that cover a wide variety of topics in both business and technology. » Black Knight Guru Program is a valuable knowledge-sharing collaboration site where subject-matter experts are encouraged to act as internal resources for their colleagues. Gurus can help solve problems, explain complex market trends, and demo new and evolving technologies. » Black Knight Managing for Success Program is designed for new managers to build and develop crucial foundational management skills. » Black Knight Mentor Program matches mentors and mentees based on common interests and potential for knowledge transfer. These relationships are cultivated through regular meetings, formal networking, and community service events. WORD OF MOUTH "Black Knight is a truly amazing place to work. I feel valued, challenged, and supported each and every day by my managers, peers, and executives. It feels impactful to be a part of an innovative company that continues to think outside of the box and move the industry forward." —Angela Brangaccio, Marketing Specialist II DataTree by First American (FA) not only serves the mortgage lending and servicing community with vast sets of property data to leverage their business and streamline their workflow but they put their employees first while doing it. They are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment. With various programs set in place to promote wellness, recognition, learning, and growth, working at DataTree by First American allows employees a work-life balance unlike any other. STAFFING STATS » Year established: 1987 » Number of employees: 500-1,000 BENEFITS AND PERKS Wellness Programs: Employees can manage and improve their health through the use of FA Wellbeing, an abundance of free health support programs that delivers access to diet plans and personal health-coaching sessions. If various activities are completed, they can earn rewards points worth up to $450 annually. Fitness challenges, benefits and wellness fairs, biometric screenings, gym discounts, TeleDoc, generous discount programs, and on-site amenities round out a package of benefits that supports the well-being of all employees. FA Recognition Program: Allows managers and peers to recognize an employee's hard work and dedication whenever the occasion presents itself. Managers electronically reward employees with recognition certificates and points that convert into redeemable rewards (1 point = $1). A gallery featuring thousands of merchandise items, music downloads, movie tickets, and gift cards are available for redemption. Employees can also send coworkers recognition certificates for a job well done. Settlement Services Reimbursement: First American reimburses employees for their title policy and escrow fees when buying, selling, or refinancing their principal residence. This popular benefit ranges from $200 to $7,000, depending on the value of the property, and there is no limit on how often it can be used. Employee Stock Purchase Program: Allows employees to purchase shares of First American stock at 15 percent off the closing stock price at the beginning or end of the purchase period, whichever price is lower. Adoption Assistance: This benefit provides employees with financial reimbursement when adopting a child under the age of 18. Eligible adoption-related expenses are reimbursed up to a maximum of $6,000 per adopted child, with a lifetime maximum of $10,000 per employee or family. Pet Insurance: First American recognizes that pets are family, too, and provides pet insurance that can save hundreds, even thousands of dollars, in pet medical bills with Veterinary Pet Insurance. Percent of employees who are women: 41% HEADQUARTERS: JACKSONVILLE, FL » 904.854.5043 » BLACKKNIGHTINC.COM ANTHONY JABBOUR, CEO; JOE NACKASHI, PRESIDENT HEADQUARTERS: SANTA ANA, CA » 800.708.8463 » DATATREE.COM Black Knight, Inc. DataTree by First American T E C H P R O V I D E R S T E C H P R O V I D E R S Percent of employees who are minorities: 30%