High-quality benefits for a high-standards team
At Stainless, we’re improving the API layer of the internet—and we believe building an incredible product loved by our users starts with taking care of the people building them. That means nourishing meals, natural light, and easy access to great healthcare. With Thatch, we found a benefits partner that meets our standard of quality without any compromise. — Alex Rattray, Founder
Operational efficiency: simplicity without compromise
Before Thatch: We explored traditional group plans, but they felt rigid, outdated, and often more trouble than they were worth—especially for a small, early-stage team.
After Thatch:
Simplified plan selection with curated options via Marketplace
Clear, guided support for founders and employees alike
Thatch handles the complexity—we get distilled recommendations and clear next steps
Easy access to tools and services that feel personal, not corporate
💬 “I trust the top-notch team at Thatch to sort out the intricacies of the US healthcare system and distill everything we need to know for easy decision-making.”
Financial impact: better value, broader coverage
Key results:
Accessed better coverage through individual plans than group options could provide
Eliminated the burden of negotiating group renewals or absorbing premium increases
Covered services that previous insurance plans didn’t offer through the Thatch Marketplace
Saved time and money on setup, selection, and ongoing support
💬 “Traditional group health plans just couldn’t match the quality and breadth we can get through Thatch and the Thatch Marketplace as a small, early-stage company.”
Employee experience: personalized, portable, human
Our team values autonomy and continuity when it comes to care. Thatch gives every employee the power to pick a plan that fits their life and health needs—without tradeoffs.
What’s changed:
Employees choose their own plans and can keep their preferred providers
Portable coverage means no disruption if they change roles
Marketplace balance extends value: mental health, diagnostics, sleep tech, and more
💬 “It’s always such a relief for new hires to hear they can pick an insurer that still covers the providers they’re used to.”
Why we chose Thatch
1️⃣ Founder-friendly simplicity – One place for setup, support, and contributions
2️⃣ Top-tier support – Complex questions answered quickly and clearly
3️⃣ Plan quality & choice – Better coverage than group plans ever gave us
4️⃣ Value beyond insurance – Employees use their Marketplace balance on meaningful care
💬 “Thatch helps us offer benefits that are actually great—without requiring us to become healthcare experts. It’s been a huge unlock.”
Modern healthcare for a modern team
💬 “We’re serious about quality across the board—and Thatch is the only benefits experience we’ve found that lives up to that. It just works.”
🚀 Better coverage. Less stress. A benefits experience our team genuinely loves.
