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Culture Uncovered

Recruit the Employer

27 episodes

5 days ago

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 what it’s like working for a team that makes well-being and connection part of everyday work. What yo...

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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 what it’s like working for a team that makes well-being and connection part of everyday work. What yo...

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Episodes (20/27)

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 what it’s like working for a team that makes well-being and connection part of everyday work. What yo...

2 weeks ago

30 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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, humble, and connected (even remotely). What you’ll learn: How PolicyMe is transforming insurance from ...

1 month ago

38 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 environment, and why their AI-driven LMS makes life easier for both employees and HR pros. Wh...

1 month ago

33 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 simplicity, humanity, and trust are at the core of everything they do. What you’ll learn: The origin story ...

1 month ago

37 minutes

Culture Uncovered

Veritree & tentree

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 Emsley, CEO and co-founder, about what it takes to scale a mission-driven company, the power o...

2 months ago

33 minutes

Culture Uncovered

Her Campus Media

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 building community to navigating career pivots, this one’s packed with practical advice and real talk. ...

3 months ago

35 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 workplace culture in a hybrid world. What you’ll learn: What it's like to work at AltoHow Alt...

3 months ago

33 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 defies industry norms, this episode is packed with advice for job seekers and career pivoters ali...

4 months ago

35 minutes

Culture Uncovered

Movement Strategy

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 culture where authenticity and innovation thrive. What you’ll learn: How a $1,500 “Movement Journey” sti...

4 months ago

37 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 sacrificing flexibility or fun. What you’ll learn: How Benevity is disrupting corporate giving—and why it’s w...

5 months ago

33 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 transparency, flexibility, and fun. 💡 What you’ll learn: How SurePeople's PRISM assessment is reshap...

5 months ago

34 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 transparency (and therapy!) go a long way in employee well-being. You’ll learn: – Why Chatboo...

6 months ago

31 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 learn: How Greenhouse is more than an applicant tracking system—it's a candidate experience platf...

6 months ago

38 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 knife in your career is the ultimate power move. Whether you’re navigating a career pivot or exp...

6 months ago

36 minutes

Culture Uncovered

Spearmint Energy

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. In today’s episode, we go behind-the-scenes with Spearmint’s Chief People Officer to tal...

6 months ago

33 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 really hard seasons (ahem, 2020!). This episode had me on the verge of tears and inspired all ...

7 months ago

41 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 as a BTS look at the original DTC mattress brand. What you'll learn: Take the call and be open to opportunitiesL...

8 months ago

32 minutes

Culture Uncovered

Evaluating Company Culture: Red Flags & Green Lights

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 minutes a week. Subscribe now. Beat the bots with our ATS-friendly resume templates ...

8 months ago

29 minutes

Culture Uncovered

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 to join a community. I was incredibly impressed by the intentionality of the Flywire team - in particular - their Chief P...

9 months ago

36 minutes

Culture Uncovered

Village Caregiving

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 Director of Talent Acquisition, Austin Stevens. Our biggest takeaway was that they hire folks with un...

9 months ago

29 minutes