LIV Development has been recognized as the No. 3 Best Place to Work among small companies in the Birmingham Business Journal’s 2026 Best Places to Work awards. The annual program honors organizations across the Birmingham metro area based on confidential employee surveys measuring workplace culture, leadership, communication, and overall employee engagement.
The recognition comes during a milestone year for LIV as the company celebrates its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of disciplined growth, thoughtful investment, and an unwavering commitment to its mission: invest well and do good.
“Our mission begins with our people,” said Robb Crumpton, Founder and CEO of LIV Development. “The strongest companies are built by people who trust one another and share a common purpose. We’ve always believed that when there is an investment in the betterment of people, the returns are always higher. Receiving this recognition directly from our employees makes it especially meaningful as we celebrate our 20th anniversary.”
Guided by the company’s core values of Innovation, Execution, Stewardship, and Entrepreneurship, LIV empowers its people to take ownership, challenge the status quo, and pursue excellence with accountability. That mindset is reflected in every aspect of the business, shaping how LIV invests, develops, collaborates, and delivers on its commitments.
LIV is equally intentional about investing in its employees. In addition to competitive benefits, team members receive dedicated paid community service days to support causes they care about, generous paid time off, paid half-days before company holidays, and company-sponsored counseling services, resources designed to encourage personal growth, strengthen families, and support long-term well-being.
The recognition also reflects a year of continued momentum for the company. As LIV enters its third decade, it continues to expand its footprint with Livano Overland Park, bringing the Livano lifestyle to the Kansas City metropolitan area. At the same time, LIV Ventures continues to grow its portfolio with the expansion of New Day Car Wash, reinforcing the company’s commitment to building enduring brands and creating long-term value across its platform.
While the company has grown significantly over the past two decades, its focus remains unchanged: developing exceptional communities, investing with discipline, and creating lasting value for its employees, investors, partners, and the places it helps shape.