Pros
Howard, Merrell promotes their willingness to offer a work/life balance repeatedly while you work there and it is largely because it is the only real benefit they can offer. The culture is high energy and fun.
Kontras
Overall, the compensation is below average and does not improve over time. Additionally, their reliance on offering work/life balance as a benefit holds the agency back from achieving greatness. The same people are allowed to take advantage of the system over and over again so that others that enjoy taking advantage of the system don't have to start setting an example. The result is that the same small group of people work hard while others slack off and get away with it. Everyone is ok with just getting by and the agency doesn't grow as a result. Not the type of place for someone who really wants to learn and grow from watching the best throughout their career. And not the type of place for someone who expects to be compensated properly as your role grows within the company.