Culture Uncovered

In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Katya Laviolette , Chief People Officer at 1Password, to explore how one of Canada's most successful tech companies scaled from a consumer password manager into a global identity security leader serving both individuals and enterprises. Katya shares the unique origin story behind 1Password, how the company spent nearly two decad...

**LIVE from the Transform Conference in Las Vegas** In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Lívia Martini, Chief People Officer at Wellhub , to explore what it looks like to build a people-first culture at a global wellness company operating across 18 countries. Lívia shares her unconventional path from investment banking and management consulting into HR leadership, why W...

**LIVE from the Transform Conference in Las Vegas** In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Sarika Lamont, Chief People Officer at Vidyard , to explore what it looks like to build a transparent, adaptable, and people-first culture inside a fast-moving AI company. Recorded live from the Transform conference, Sarika shares Vidyard’s evolution from a startup founded by two en...

**LIVE from the Transform Conference in Las Vegas** In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Jason Desentz, CHRO of Toshiba Americas , to unpack what it actually looks like to lead culture and transformation inside a 150-year-old global brand. Jason shares why he returned to the CHRO seat after running his own consulting firm, what drew him to Toshiba during a major transfo...

**LIVE from the Transform Conference in Las Vegas** In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Natalie Breece, Chief People Officer at ThredUp , to unpack what it actually looks like to grow a career inside a company that prioritizes learning, mobility, and trust. Natalie shares how she went from building the recruiting function to becoming CPO, why saying yes to roles you’re...

**LIVE from the Transform Conference in Las Vegas** In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Mary Burke , SVP of HR at Experian , to unpack what it actually looks like to build a high-trust, inclusive culture inside a massive, global organization. Mary shares why Experian calls its culture a “best kept secret,” how flexibility existed long before it became the norm, and wha...

**LIVE from the Transform Conference in Las Vegas** In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Brandon Sammut to go behind the scenes of one of the original remote-first companies, long before it was the norm. From pioneering distributed work across 40+ countries to building a culture rooted in automation, ownership, and transparency, Zapier is redefining how modern teams wor...

This company earned a 99% Great Place to Work score (even after a layoff!) In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Lindsay Gonzalez to unpack what it looks like to build a fast-growing, remote-first company at the forefront of AI infrastructure. From transforming messy, unusable data into something AI can actually work with, to building a 99% employee satisfaction culture,...

The creators you follow have a secret weapon. That’s Smooth Media. In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Jenny Rothenberg , Co-founder and COO of Smooth Media , to talk about what it looks like to build a startup at the center of the fast-growing creator economy. Jenny shares how Smooth Media was founded by former Morning Brew employees, why they chose to focus on “knowl...

The platform turning financial advisors into founders.  In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Rasika Rajagopalan , VP of People, Talent & Places at Savvy Wealth , to talk about what it looks like to build a fast-moving, in-office culture at a fintech company reinventing how financial advisors operate. Rasika shares how Savvy is empowering advisors to start and scale...

The AI behind your favorite AI tools. That's AssemblyAI. In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Meg Colón, VP of People at AssemblyAI , to talk about what it looks like to build a high-trust, remote-first culture at one of the most quietly powerful companies in the AI space. Meg shares how AssemblyAI went from founding in 2017 to powering the voice AI models behind t...

Not just closing loans, but walking families through one of life’s biggest milestones. In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Maddi Hargrove , Director of People and Culture at Better and NEO Home Loans , to go behind the scenes of two organizations working to modernize the mortgage experience through technology, people-first culture, and a bigger mission around homeowner...

What if every photo on your phone could be your next paycheck? In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Christina Hawatmeh , Founder of Scopio , to explore how this fast-growing platform is helping creatives around the world sell their photos, illustrations, and digital art while building a company culture that thrives on ownership, expertise, and high-impact collaboration....

Okay, but seriously, IAB isn’t just shaping ads, it’s shaping your career while you’re at it. In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Amber Murat , VP of People at the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) , to explore how this nearly 30-year-old trade association powers the digital advertising ecosystem while building a culture that thrives on autonomy, accountability, and...

Well, can I just say.  I live. I mean, LIVE in Cozy Earth pajamas. In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay chats with Cyndel Stirland , HR Director at Cozy Earth , revealing the behind-the-scenes magic of a brand that's redefining luxury living at home. They dive into how Cozy Earth fosters a scrappy, down-to-earth culture where employees roll up their sleeves, pitch wild ideas, and...

Yes, clean energy can move this fast! In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Andi Summers , VP of People and Culture at Palmetto , to explore how this fast-growing clean energy company is transforming residential solar while building a lean, high-performing culture. Founded in 2009, Palmetto has evolved from a solar installer into a technology-driven platform helping home...

Cut, stick, and create your way!  Everyone’s a crafter at heart! In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Miranda Oliver, VP of People and Culture at Cricut , to go behind the scenes of a company that’s turning DIY dreams into reality. They discuss how Cricut combines creativity, purpose, and people-first culture to build a workplace where employees can act like owners, spe...

Swag, swag, and more swag! Everyone loves swag! In this episode of Culture Uncovered , Jena Dunay sits down with Michael Martocci, Founder and CEO of SwagUp , to talk about building a people-first company from the ground up and protecting that culture as the business scales, goes remote, and navigates acquisition. Michael shares the lessons he learned starting SwagUp at 21, how the company grew la...

If “ no surprise medical bills, ever ” sounds like a dream perk, Stack Overflow might be your next favorite place to work. In this episode, Jena chats with Stack Overflow’s Chief People & Culture Officer , Debbie Shotwell , about building an inclusive, mission-driven, fully remote culture where experimentation is encouraged and growth is real. They dig into how a beloved public Q&A platfor...

Unlimited PTO sucks if you aren't REALLY allowed to take it.  At this company, it's different. Raft is building the foundation for AI-driven autonomous operations, and Jena Dunay sits down with Kaitlyn Lavin, Manager of People and Culture , to pull back the curtain. They talk about the company’s journey from a small, scrappy team to 325+ employees, the culture that drives innovation, and...

Yes, pensions still exist. And yes, you need to check out this company that still offers them! In this episode, Jena chats with Globe Life's Chief Talent Officer , Rebecca Zorn , about living the company’s mission to Make Tomorrow Better, empowering tenacious team players, and strategic hiring. What you'll learn: How Globe Life operates and evolves as a 125-year old company The service-o...

If your idea of a great job includes loud sales pods, laughter, C-suite connections, and a built-in winter break, you’ll want to hear this one. The Millennium Alliance designs intimate, five-star events where buyers and sellers actually sit down together behind closed doors. Jena chats with VP of HR, Victoria Albuquerque , about the company’s 12-year journey from three events to dozens each year,...

I'm obsessed with this company.  Truly.  Not just because of what they do - but how they operate. Meet Ashby , the all-in-one ATS with CRM, scheduling, surveys, analytics, and onboarding.  In this episode, Jena Dunay talks with Jim Miller, VP of People and Talent , about their document-first async culture, "frustratingly patient" hiring, and randomized offsite dinners that accidenta...

Running a restaurant can feel like a nonstop juggling act. But what if you had a digital partner taking the paperwork off your plate?  Meet MarginEdge , the restaurant management platform bringing automation and real-time data to simplify back-of-house operations. In this episode, Jena Dunay talks with Roy Phillips , Co-Founder of MarginEdge , as they dig into the startup’s origin story, culture r...

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...