“I want to grow a highly effective and motivated team that can successfully tackle not just the current challenges but the ones we may not even know about yet.”

“With only 1,500 approved drugs for 13,000 diseases, [rewriting the drug discovery process] is the transformation that patients need.” David Berry discussed his precedent-setting ambition behind founding Valo.

“It’s so complicated. It’s not user-friendly. It’s not tailored for the small business owner. NEXT is trying to change that.” VP of People Sivan Avihud and her fellow executives discuss the core concept driving them forward at NEXT.

Product professionals at WHOOP and OneView Commerce shared how they’re staying atop the fast-moving field of product management.

Chief People Officer Anna Avalos explained how SoFi’s mission drives its people, now approximately 4,000 strong, while the fintech company’s culture supports and empowers them.

“Throughout the process, it felt like I was genuinely able to get to know the team — and vice versa.” Software Engineer Brian Cameros detailed how his hiring experience unfolded.

Through a feedback-rich culture — and approach to product — leaders at Regard are impacting the growth of team members and the speed and accuracy of healthcare.

Through his role as integration development lead, Mustafa Al-Salihi helps Riskified act on its mission of fraud detection and prevention.

Built In San Francisco got a window into the culture of four companies now hiring remote workers.

“Geode is a ‘people-first’ firm and our talent is our biggest asset.” Head of Human Resources Julie Coote explained how the firm puts that attitude into practice.

“There’s always people there to help support and guide you to the next step. The sky's the limit.” Three leaders share how they’ve forged unique, opportunity-rich career paths leveraging support and mentorship, all while paying it forward.

“People are deeply invested in the work that they’re doing; and they care about getting the right outcomes for customers and for the business.”