Atomic Object

Atomic Object's 2024 DE&I Impact Report is out today! We believe strong business practices and DE&I go hand in hand. By partnering with Global Bridgebuilders, we’ve adopted sustainable DE&I strategies that align with our business goals—not just one-off initiatives. Our latest report is a chance for us to reflect on progress and bring transparency to our work. "Some of our best DE&I practices are simply best business practices," says Co-CEO Michael Marsiglia. "Leadership development and inclusive talent sourcing don’t just move the needle on diversity; they make us a better company overall." Read more about how we're thinking about DE&I today and find the 17-page report linked.

🎯 WHAT LEADERS NEED TO KNOW: AI-Powered Coding in 2025 Join Michael Marsiglia and Jonah Bailey for an exclusive look at how AI coding tools are reshaping software development organizations - backed by fresh data from our engineering teams. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗹𝗹 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻: • Actual adoption rates and ROI metrics • Where AI tools are delivering real value (and where they're not) • Key risks to manage - from code quality to security • Strategic implications for team structure and productivity • Evidence-based insights for scaling AI adoption This is a must-attend session if you're leading engineering teams in 2025. We'll cut through the hype and focus on what matters: making informed decisions about AI tools in your organization. #EngineeringLeadership #AIinTech #SoftwareDevelopment #TechStrategy

Ann Arbor, we’ve moved! Today, our A2 team officially opened the doors to their new office at 123 N Ashley Street—the former home of Duo Security. This larger space lets us: ⚛️  Expand our capacity for in-person collaboration ⚛️  Host community events ⚛️  Continue investing in Southeast Michigan’s innovation ecosystem Since 2013, we’ve partnered with clients to design and develop more than 90 custom software products in Ann Arbor. Our new office helps us continue our commitment to building software and relationships—powered by teamwork. Read more about the move in the comments.

“The winners in this new landscape won’t be those who picked the ‘right’ model in 2025, but those who built systems flexible enough to take advantage of whatever comes next.” – Jordan Schaenzle, Chicago Managing Partner AI isn’t slowing down. DeepSeek’s latest model just disrupted the market, matching top models while using a fraction of the compute power. It’s another reminder that today’s "best" model might be obsolete tomorrow. For business leaders, the challenge isn’t picking the “perfect” model—it’s building AI systems that can adapt. In the latest AI Reactor newsletter, Jordan breaks down: ✦ Why flexibility beats model selection in the long run ✦ How to design AI-powered products that don’t become obsolete ✦ What leaders should focus on instead of chasing trends Read his take here: https://lnkd.in/g-TT3Mdr #AI #MachineLearning #ArtificialIntelligence #ProductDevelopment

We’re grateful to share that Atomic Object has been named one of Purpose Jobs’ Best Places to Work in Detroit and Ann Arbor! 🎉 This recognition reflects the Atoms who make Atomic a place where people do meaningful work and grow in their careers. As a 100% employee-owned company, we value collaboration, transparency, and shared success, always keeping people at the center. When our people thrive, so does Atomic. Thank you to Purpose Jobs for this recognition and to our team for making Atomic what it is every day. Learn more about what sets Atomic apart at the link in the comments. P.S. We’re hiring! #BestPlacesToWork #EmployeeOwned

When design meets business strategy, great things happen. Tomorrow, our design team kicks off the first annual Atomic Design Summit—a two-day deep dive into the future of design at Atomic. With nine senior designers and consultants from across our four offices gathering in Ann Arbor, we’re tackling key questions like: 🔎 How can we future-proof our approach with the right tools, insights, and collaboration? 💡 How do we keep the human in human-centered design? 🛠 How can we continue to explore AI tools to enhance our design process?   These conversations will help shape the future of design at Atomic. We’re not just tracking industry trends—we’re shaping them. By refining our craft and pushing the boundaries of design, we help our clients stay ahead.

We’re pleased to share that our Chicago office has been named one of Built In’s Best Places to Work in the city in 2025! “This is an exciting and meaningful recognition of the hard work we’ve done to build a culture of passionate, caring software makers who genuinely enjoy working together. We’re a people-first organization that is constantly reevaluating what it means to support our team’s diverse needs and desires,” said Managing Partner Jordan Schaenzle. Looking ahead, we’re launching our Accelerator program in Chicago—a unique opportunity for recent grads to join our team and be mentored by experienced makers. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gQJi-Kt4

We’re excited to see our co-CEO, Shawn Crowley, featured in this video as he steps into his role on the GVSU College of Computing Leadership Advisory Board! He is passionate about helping the College strengthen its impact on Grand Rapids’ tech scene and beyond. “Amazing things are happening with enhancements to their curriculum and their vision for the future. It’s continuing to position the College of Computing as one of the movers and shakers, and a critical resource in our region’s future growth as a tech hub,” said Crowley.

We’re thrilled to celebrate the launch of our client Cover Inc.'s new platform! Working closely with co-founder and lead developer Brian Paul, we developed a solution that empowers culinary professionals to share recipes, find staff, and collaborate seamlessly. Their platform helps restaurateurs reduce R&D costs and bridge staffing gaps. Congratulations to co-founders Brian Paul and Ty Fujimura for reimagining how technology can transform the culinary industry. Learn more about Cover here: https://lnkd.in/gAHk5NBY

We're thrilled to see our very own Brittany Hunter featured on the MeetHER podcast with Jennifer Wangler from The Right Place, Inc.! In this conversation, Brittany shares her journey in tech, from teaching herself HTML as a teenager to leading transformative projects as our Delivery Practice Lead. She discusses the power of diverse teams, noting that "whether you look at it from financial outcomes, employee well-being, or project success—diverse teams perform better." Brittany offers insights on: • Creating inclusive spaces in tech • The impact of our Accelerator Program in nurturing early-career talent • Building custom software solutions for West Michigan businesses and beyond 🔗 Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/ggNDHFnt #WomenInTech