Culture Uncovered

Yes, your company book club can have a Halloween plot twist and your PTO can include random “Take a Breath” days! Meet LifeSpeak , the wellness-first SaaS company where collaboration isn’t just talk and every remote employee really does have a voice, whether you’re dialing in from Toronto or Minnesota. In this episode, Jena sits down with Amanda Martel , Director of Human Resources , to dig into w...

Yes, you can buy life insurance without all the paperwork. Meet PolicyMe , Canada’s leading digital insurance platform that’s simplifying life, health, and critical illness coverage for families nationwide. In this episode, Jena chats with Vanesa Cotlar , VP of People and Culture , about what it’s like to work for a company that’s modernizing an entire industry while keeping its people curious, hu...

What do you get when smart AI-powered learning meets a remote-friendly, no-jerks work culture?  Absorb Software : a rapidly growing team that’s all about learning, connecting, and keeping things real while scaling globally.  In this episode, Jena catches up with Cheryl Yuran , Absorb’s CHRO , to chat about how they build connection across time zones, support career growth in a fast-paced environme...

Keep people safe. Anywhere. Anytime. That’s the mission behind AlertMedia , a global organization helping companies protect their employees, whether they’re in the office, working remotely, or traveling around the world. In this episode, Jena talks with Jenna Eichberg, Chief People Officer at AlertMedia , about scaling a mission-driven company, building culture across geographies, and why simplici...

Buy a hoodie, plant trees, build tech, restore ecosystems. Sounds simple, right?  That’s the vision behind Tentree and Veritree , two sister companies co-founded by Derrick Emsley . Tentree is the lifestyle brand planting 10 trees for every item purchased, while Veritree is the tech platform that ensures every tree planted is real, verified, and impactful. In this episode, Jena talks with Derrick...

Want to know what it's like to work for Her Campus Media? Her Campus Media is where Gen Z meets mission—powering content, creator programs, and experiential events that connect top brands with young people across the U.S. In this episode, Jena chats with Brittany Ramsey , Head of People and Culture , about how the company’s remote culture thrives on adaptability, connection, and purpose. From...

Why yes, I would like to have No Meeting Fridays. (A very fun perk at Nashville-based fintech company Alto.)  Alto is shaking up the investing world by making it easier for everyday people to use their IRAs to invest in private assets: think real estate, startups, even fractional art. In this episode, Jena chats with Sarah Light , Alto’s VP of People, about building a fun, ambitious, and evolving...

Can you thrive in agency life without burning out? At Walker Sands , the answer is yes. In this episode, Jena sits down with Allison Ward, Chief People Officer at Walker Sands, a fast-growing B2B marketing agency that’s rewriting the agency playbook with career reinvention, flexibility, and real culture and not just ping-pong tables. From hybrid structure to intentional coaching and longevity that...

If you're a creative and really into social marketing. Check this organization out. Meet Movement Strategy , a social-first marketing agency behind some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Amazon, Hulu, and Bravo. In this episode, Culture Uncovered host Jena chats with Colette Gardner, Head of People and Culture, about how Movement builds a deeply people-centered, remote-first cu...

What if your job actually made the world better? That’s the vision behind Benevity - a software company that helps the world’s biggest brands lead with purpose, give back at scale, and build meaningful connection among employees. In this episode, I talk with Janeen Speer , Chief People Officer at Benevity , about how they’re cultivating a mission-driven, high-performance culture without sacrificin...

Obsessed with personality tests? (Me too.) SurePeople is flipping the script on assessments by making psychometric insights accessible, ongoing, and practical—built for real work, in real time.  In this episode, I chat with Russ Mikowski, CEO of SurePeople, about how they’re democratizing self-awareness, infusing AI into career coaching, and building a small but mighty team that embraces transpare...

Real life isn’t picture-perfect—but your career and company culture can be real, empowering, and connected. In this episode of Culture Uncovered , we meet Madison Bohannon, VP of People at Chatbooks—a brand that turns your everyday photos into meaningful keepsakes.  Madison shares how this family-centered company supports working parents, builds radical candor into its feedback culture, and why tr...

Hiring doesn’t have to be broken—and Greenhouse is out to prove it. On this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena chats with Will Leahy, VP of People at Greenhouse, a tech company redefining how the world hires. From remote culture done right to thoughtful candidate experiences and career pivots that actually work, this episode is full of gold for job seekers and culture builders alike. What you’ll...

What if your workplace felt more connected than ever—without a physical office? That’s the magic behind Very , a fully distributed technology services company that’s rewriting what it means to build hardware, culture, and connection remotely.  In this episode of Culture Uncovered , COO Jessica Begley shares how Very thrives without an office, fosters deep connection, and why being a Swiss Army kni...

Passionate about solving today’s energy crisis? Want to be surrounded by smart, hard-working and passionate people? Meet Spearmint Energy - a company with values rooted in people, partnerships, and the planet. Spearmint is committed to improving grid stability, helping ensure reliable energy delivery, and promoting efficient and responsible energy use to lower costs and support energy independence...

You know those boring school fundraisers you had when you were a kid?  Well this company turns it completely on its head.  Meet Booster - a company that takes the stress out of school fundraising (ever heard of the Fun Run? Yeah, that's them!). Chris Carneal and I dive deep into Booster's origin story, his passion for the people in his organization, and the power of resilience during rea...

It all starts with product.  Growth? Ties back to product. Profitability? It comes down to product. And hiring the best team? So much easier to do when the product you're supporting is excellent. Today's conversation with Saatva's Chief People Officer, Maureen Cawley is insightful, thought provoking and genuinely fun. You'll learn a lot from her personal career journey as well...

We talk a lot about culture on this podcast.  But how do you determine for yourself whether a company is a great place to work?  In this solo episode - we get really specific about what makes a company a Great Place to Work vs. what makes a company an Avoid at All Costs.  -- Have an idea for a future episode? Shoot us an email at hello@recruittheemployer.com -- Become an Irresistible Hire in 10 mi...

Common language, common understanding. From how they onboard to how they create connectivity in a hybrid, global, growing company - Flywire is an organization that knows the power of developing a culture of community. From calling their members "FlyMates" to celebrating "FlyMoments", the people that work at this organization don't just come to work to do a job - but rather...

If you've ever had an aging family member, you know the real challenges that come with finding and sourcing quality care. Village Caregiving recognized these challenges and set out to provide compassionate, in-home, non-medical healthcare services. We really enjoyed learning more about this industry and the growth that Village Caregiving is experiencing through our conversation with their Dir...

Want to feel appreciated at work? Not only does O.C. Tanner prioritize celebrating its employees - it's the basis of their entire business. This private, family-owned company has been leading the employee recognition space for the past (almost!) 100 years. VP of People & Great Work, Dana Rogers, shares how O.C. Tanner celebrates their employees, the unique benefits, and why their retentio...

Do you want to work in a mission-driven organization? Strive Health is worth checking out. This mid-size startup is not only growing, it is the nation's leader in value-based kidney care. Strive is changing the kidney care paradigm to identify patients earlier, prioritize the right care and drive better outcomes.  Shelby Isaac, Strive's Director of Talent Acquisition, walks us through wh...

"We're going to listen to our employees" "The executives are going to be accessible." "The culture is special." These are the phrases Chief People Officer, Amy Mosher, used to describe the how her and the other executives intentionally built the culture of isolved. If you're looking for a stable, growing organization that prioritizes and financially invests...

Culture is built from the top down. That's why I'm so excited to share with you today's guest - Jeff Williams, US CEO of Aptia. In this episode, he shares how this new (but not-so-new) organization is changing the benefits administration space. Not only does Jeff share about Aptia - the benefits of working for this global firm - he also gives invaluable advice to job seekers. He sha...

Have you ever thought, "I'm an adult. Why doesn't my employer treat me as such?" Well today's company, Schoox, gives other companies a vision of what it means to trust your employees, not micromanage, and provide benefits that go beyond the "garden variety" (401k, dental, medical). Join our conversation with Serah Morrissey, Senior Director of People and Culture...