In this episode of the Phoenix Founders Podcast, we sit down with Anita Grantham, Head of HR at BambooHR, to explore the critical role of culture in high-growth companies. With a career dedicated to building and sustaining company culture, Anita shares invaluable insights into how businesses can scale while maintaining their mission, values, and people-first mindset.
Anita takes us through her unexpected journey into HR, from planning corporate events and working on a cruise ship to becoming a strategic leader in culture-building. She recounts her early experiences at Jokake Companies, where she learned the importance of putting people at the heart of an organization, and how that shaped her approach at Infusionsoft, Pluralsight, and now BambooHR.
We dive into key topics, including:
- The difference between compliance-driven and culture-driven HR.
- How founders can intentionally design their company’s purpose, mission, and values.
- The importance of strategic hiring, especially in executive roles, and how the best founders recruit top talent.
- Navigating company transitions—going from founder-led to CEO-led, private ownership to private equity, and beyond.
- How to build strong employee engagement, even in hybrid and remote work environments.
Anita also shares powerful stories of how companies can integrate employees' families into the culture, reinforcing a deep sense of belonging and commitment. Whether you're an early-stage founder or a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode is packed with actionable advice on leading with purpose, attracting the right people, and fostering a culture that stands the test of time.
Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of workplace culture and what it takes to build companies that thrive!
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