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 ...

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...

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. ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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 retention is so high. If you've ever felt UNDER appreciated by an employer, you may want to look at O.C. ...

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 what it's like to work at Strive, the amazing benefits they have, and why this work matters. She als...

"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 in its people - this is going to be a must-listen. Some highlights: HR-services company HQ in Charlotte50% employees are remot...