X by 2 Wins Recognition as #1 Medium-Sized EmployerMarking 7 years on Crain’s Best Places to work

X by 2
August 22, 2025

Farmington Hills, MI – August 22, 2025 — For the seventh year running, X by 2 has been named one of Michigan’s Best Places to Work by Crain’s Detroit Business. The recognition reflects X by 2’s commitment to creating an environment where talent can thrive for the long haul. 

It’s common at X by 2 to see team members celebrating 10, 15, even 20-year anniversaries. That longevity is no accident. The company invests with a long-term mindset, offering opportunities to grow careers, expand skillsets, and contribute to exciting projects. 

“This award is a testament to the culture we’ve built together,” said Alyssa Reuter, Director of People and Culture. “We don’t just hire for the next project — we hire with the intention of building a career path. People stay because they know they’re supported, challenged, and given the space to do their best work.” 

Breaking The Mold In Consulting

Founded on the belief that consulting should deliver both exceptional results and an exceptional experience, X by 2 has carved out a distinctive role in the industry. 

“From the start, we wanted X by 2 to be different,” said David Packer, Managing Principal and Co-Founder. “That meant attracting the best people and creating a culture where they’d want to stay. In an industry that often burns people out, we’ve built a place that sustains them.” 

The Project Quarterback Model: Aligning Strategy and Execution

The concept of the “project quarterback” was conceived at X by 2 more than 25 years ago as a way to rethink how consulting projects are led. Like quarterbacks on the field, consultants lead by keeping the end goal in sight while navigating the complexities of systems, data, and technology.  By giving consultants visibility into both the bigger picture and the details, the model ensures that strategy and execution stay connected. It has since become a defining part of the firm’s project philosophy and a cornerstone of how X by 2 delivers results. 

Making it Fun to Grow Personally & Professionally

X by 2’s culture extends beyond project work. Special Interest Groups (SIGs) and Employee Interest Groups (EIGs) connect employees over shared interests — from technology trends to Better Reads — while team traditions like sand volleyball and pickleball create lasting bonds. 

“Work is better when you enjoy the people around you,” said Yasir Hussain, Managing Principal. “We’re intentional about creating spaces where those relationships can grow, because they’re the foundation of how we collaborate.” 

Expanding Our Impact in Healthcare & Insurance

X by 2 continues to expand across engineering, consulting, and sales— seeking professionals eager to solve complex challenges in a place that values people as much as results. 

“We’re excited about the growth ahead,” said Packer. “We’re continuing to hire project quarterbacks, software engineers, and sales talent who want to make an impact in healthcare and insurance. It’s an incredible time to join X by 2.” 

For more information about careers at X by 2, visit xby2.com/careers/

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