Agora RE Company Culture & Values

What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?

The values I look for in an employer are those that create both a strong culture and a clear path for growth: kindness, accountability and a true commitment to excellence. Kindness establishes the foundation for collaboration — it sets the tone for how people interact and how teams work together. Accountability builds trust, which is essential in any high-performing organization and excellence ensures that every effort contributes meaningfully to the company’s success. What matters most to me is when these values are not only spoken about but lived every day, shaping how we show up for one another. In my role, I have the privilege of influencing the employee experience and I’ve found that when an organization holds fast to these values, it creates a culture where people can bring their best selves to work and grow alongside the company.

How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these? 

At Agora, values are not abstract statements — they’re guiding principles that shape how we work and how we support one another. From my first day, I noticed how “be kind always” permeates the culture. It shows up in the way colleagues genuinely celebrate each other’s milestones and extend support in challenging moments. “Own it” is visible in the trust I’ve been given to shape the office environment and help create a workplace that reflects who we are as a company. The commitment to growth is equally clear: in just a year and a half here, I’ve experienced more personal and professional development than in the decade I spent in another industry. Agora invests in its people, but what sets it apart is the culture of encouragement — the belief that when one of us succeeds, we all succeed. That spirit of collective growth makes our values feel authentic and tangible every day.

Why is it important to you that your work (and workplace leaders) share these values? 

Shared values are the foundation of any organization where people can truly thrive. For me, it’s essential that leadership models the values they expect of the team, because culture flows from the top. At Agora, I see leaders demonstrate kindness, accountability and trust every day and that creates alignment across the organization. When leaders embody the values of the company, it empowers me in my role to foster an environment where employees feel supported, motivated and proud of their work. It also transforms daily tasks into something more meaningful — because I know that everything from creating a welcoming space to supporting operations contributes to a larger mission. Agora’s guiding principle “to be” resonates with me deeply and it reinforces the pride I feel in representing the company in the United States. These shared values aren’t just important; they’re the reason I feel inspired to grow with Agora and help others do the same.