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Alex and Ani Company Culture
Alex and Ani Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.5/5
Alex and Ani's Overall Culture is rated D
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Environment
C+Team
C+Gender
C-Office Culture
C-Meetings
C-Alex and Ani CEO
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Carolyn Rafaelian
50 /100
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Diversity at Alex and Ani
Bottom 10%Bottom 10% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D-
Diverse employees at Alex and Ani have rated Outlook, CEO Rating, and Environment as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Alex and Ani
Bottom 35%Bottom 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C-
Women at Alex and Ani have rated Work Culture, CEO Rating, and Happiness as the highest categories they have scored
Alex and Ani eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 20%Bottom 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-48
Alex and Ani employees are -48% more likely to recommend Alex and Ani as a great place to work
| 24% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 4% | Passives |
| 72% | Detractors |
Working at Alex and Ani
Working at Alex and Ani is rated below average by 28 employees, across various culture dimensions. Alex and Ani employees rate Environment highest among all categories, and think that Professional Development and CEO Rating have the most room for improvement, putting Alex and Ani’s culture in the Bottom 15% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 15% compared to other companies in Boston. See below in detail how working at Alex and Ani was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Alex and Ani
D
Overall Company Culture at Alex and Ani is rated D
Last updated months ago
Bottom
15%
Alex and Ani ranks in the Bottom 15% of other companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Alex and Ani Employee Reviews
Out of 24 Alex and Ani employee reviews, 81% were positive. The remaining 19% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Alex and Ani improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 81% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 19% |
Positive Reviews From Alex and Ani Employees
- What are some of the best things about your team?We all worked together no matter what
- What did you like most about the interview process?The questions were related to the job
- What makes you most happy at work?Giving people suggestions for gifts and things for themselves
Constructive Feedback From Alex and Ani Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Yes and for us to have s as salary that matches their gratefulness
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Yes! They did not allow me as a manager to go over a certain number of hours. And paid poorly. $12.50
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Have more room for growth and be transparent with us
Alex and Ani Company Information
Alex and Ani Company Overview
We create meaningful, eco-conscious jewelry and accessories to positively empower and connect humanity. #alexandani #layeRING
Alex and Ani Mission, Vision & Values
Alex and Ani Mission & Values
Alex and Ani's mission is to design products that adorn the body, enlighten the mind, and empower the spirit. Alex and Ani's collections reflect a design aesthetic that celebrates each wearer's unique essence. Owner and Designer Carolyn Rafaelian believes it is her life's work to inspire her customers to relish what is unique and authentic about themselves. Alex and Ani's artistry lies in drawing out the beauty that resides within.
Alex and Ani Vision Statement
A Vision of Positivity Makes Waves in the Ocean State and Beyond
| Headquarter | 2000 Chapel View Blvd., Suite 360 Cranston, RI United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.alexandani.com |
| Founding Date | 2004 |
| Company Status | Private |
Alex and Ani Competitors
Alex and Ani competitors include Kate Spade, Claire's Stores, BaubleBar, and Tory Burch. Alex and Ani ranks 3rd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Alex and Ani compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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Alex and Ani Employees
28 employees at Alex and Ani have reviewed Alex and Ani across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 28 Alex and Ani employees give their leadership a grade of D-, or Bottom 10% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Alex and Ani are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at Alex and Ani, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Alex and Ani are generally satisfied with their team. 28 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C+. The majority believe the meetings at Alex and Ani are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Alex and Ani believe the environment at Alex and Ani is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Alex and Ani is comfortably fast. About 77% of the employees at Alex and Ani work 8 hours or less, while 8% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Alex and Ani are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Alex and Ani - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Alex and Ani is that the company was unprepared on their first day. Alex and Ani employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Alex and Ani KPIs and OKRs
At this moment no Alex and Ani employees have provided insight into whether or not they clearly understand Alex and Ani's KPIs and OKRs.
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Alex and Ani CEO & Leadership
Alex and Ani CEO - Carolyn Rafaelian
50 /100
Carolyn’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Carolyn in the Bottom 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 5% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Boston. Carolyn Rafaelian’s employees rank Alex and Ani in the Top 50% for Environment, in the Top 50% for Team, and in the Bottom 35% for Office Culture. Rafaelian is generally unpopular with Alex and Ani employees, but ranks especially low with employees in the Design department, and by Hispanic or Latino employees and employees with 1 to 3 Years experience. However, employees with the company for Less than 1 Year have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO. When compared to Alex and Ani’s competitors, Carolyn Rafaelian ranks below both Claire's Stores CEO Ron Marshall and BaubleBar CEO Amy Jain.
Alex and Ani Leadership
The Alex and Ani Executive Team is rated a “D+” and led by CEO Carolyn Rafaelian, Vice President of Design Beecher Leonard-Fritzmeier, and Vice President of Accounting Donna Marr
Carolyn Rafaelian CEO / President
Carolyn Rafaelian serves as the CEO / President of Alex and Ani.
Beecher Leonard-Fritzmeier Vice President of Design
Beecher Leonard-Fritzmeier serves as the Vice President of Design of ALEX AND ANI. Beecher started at ALEX AND ANI in... read more
Donna Marr Vice President of Accounting
Donna Marr serves as the Vice President of Accounting of Alex and Ani.
Jayne Conway Chief Operating Officer/ Chief Financial Officer
Jayne Conway serves as the Chief Operating Officer/ Chief Financial Officer of Alex and Ani.
Colleen Fugere VP Affinity Brand Licensing and Partnerships
Colleen Fugere serves as the VP Affinity Brand Licensing and Partnerships of ALEX AND ANI. Colleen started at ALEX AND... read more
Margaret Lembke Vice President Wholesale, Business Development and International
Margaret Lembke serves as the Vice President Wholesale, Business Development and International of Alex and Ani.
Melissa Maher Vice President Wholesale
Melissa Maher serves as the Vice President Wholesale of Alex and Ani.
Vince Montemarano SVP of Retail, Wholesale, and International at Alex and Ani
Vince Montemarano serves as the SVP of Retail, Wholesale, and International at Alex and Ani of Alex and Ani.
Kate Richard Senior Vice President, Branding and Creative
Kate Richard serves as the Senior Vice President, Branding and Creative of Alex and Ani.
Alex and Ani Salaries
How much does Alex and Ani pay?
How much do people at Alex and Ani get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Alex and Ani is $84,725, or $40 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $89,339, or $42 per hour.
At Alex and Ani, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $215,535 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $44,421 annually. Average Alex and Ani salaries by department include: Operations at $71,921, Design at $78,466, Sales at $134,481, and Customer Support at $46,165. Half of Alex and Ani salaries are above $89,339.
14 employees at Alex and Ani rank their Compensation in the Bottom 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 48 ratings) while 14 employees at Alex and Ani rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 25% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 16 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $54k | $54k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $74k | $74k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $86k | $86k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $147k | $147k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $200k | $200k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $257k | $257k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $261k | $261k | 100th Percentile |
$84,725*
Average Compensation
$89,339*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Alex and Ani Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Alex and Ani
Diverse employees at Alex and Ani score the company 47/100 across various culture categories, placing Alex and Ani in the Bottom 10% of companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Alex and Ani across various culture dimensions.
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Alex and Ani Perks & Benefits
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
Alex and Ani PTO
Alex and Ani's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 15-20 days off a year. Alex and Ani's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $500 -$1000 cash value per month.
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Alex and Ani on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Design | 38% | |
|---|---|---|
All Industries | 25% | |
Marketing | 13% | |
Admin | 13% | |
Sales | 13% |
Candidates By Location
Boston | 25% | |
|---|---|---|
North Chelmsford | 13% | |
New York City | 13% | |
Nashua | 13% | |
San Francisco | 13% | |
Other | 25% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Alex and Ani
What is Alex and Ani address?
Alex and Ani location is at 2000 Chapel View Blvd., Suite 360
Who is the CEO of Alex and Ani?
Alex and Ani CEO is Carolyn Rafaelian, their score by employees is 50
What is Alex and Ani eNPS?
The eNPS for Alex and Ani is -48
What is the salary for Director of Sales in Alex and Ani?
Director of Sales average salary in the US is 210k
What are the salaries in the Business Development in Alex and Ani?
The average salaries for Business Development in Alex and Ani is 96k
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