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Axon Company Culture
Axon Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviewsChoice Employer
A+
4.8/5
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
A+Compensation
A+Diversity
A+Environment
A+Executive Team
A+Axon CEO
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Rick Smith
92 /100
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Diversity at Axon
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A+
Diverse employees at Axon have rated Team, Executive Team, and Happiness as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Axon
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A+
Women at Axon have rated Team, Happiness, and Outlook as the highest categories they have scored
Axon 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?"Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
64
Axon employees are 64% more likely to recommend Axon as a great place to work
| 70% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 24% | Passives |
| 6% | Detractors |
Working at Axon
Working at Axon is rated highly by 219 employees, across various culture dimensions. Axon employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Compensation, and Environment categories, putting Axon’s culture in the Top 5% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 10% compared to other companies in Phoenix. See below in detail how working at Axon was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Axon
A+
Overall Company Culture at Axon is rated A+
Last updated months ago
Top
5%
Axon ranks in the Top 5% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Axon Employee Reviews
Out of 934 Axon employee reviews, 97% were positive. The remaining 3% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Axon improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 97% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 3% |
Positive Reviews From Axon Employees
- What is the best part about your compensation package?Axon diversifies compensation for most full-time employees across base, stock, and annual bonus. It's motivating having equity in the company and allows flexibility in overall compensation negotiations.
- What is the best part about your compensation package?I really like the RSOs.
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?The company is united around common goals to protect life, protect truth, and accelerate justice. Working to develop products that make a difference brings a new energy to the workforce.
Constructive Feedback From Axon Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?I did not get a great contract when I joined, but I proved to be strong and got promoted fast, but by compensation does not rise as fast and catching up slowly, and until now I am not high in my band. There was no rewards for loyalty either.
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?It’s simple, the external company approa
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?I dont know, whether company will change based on employee’s feedback, company is still very good as we are earning much more money. Or some of us leave Axon is the right change. But I think that there is no right or wrong
Axon Company Information
Axon Company Overview
Axon protects life with an ecosystem of devices and apps that lets members of public safety get to the truth faster and focus more time on serving communities.
Axon was founded in 1993 and its current CEO is Rick Smith. Since its inception 33 years ago, Axon has grown to 2000 employees.
Axon Mission, Vision & Values
Axon Mission Statement
At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software.
Axon Vision Statement
We work hard for those who put themselves in harm's way for all of us. To date, there are more than 325,200 software seats booked on the Axon network around the world and more than 250,000 lives and countless dollars have been saved with the Axon network of devices, apps and people.
Axon Values
- Join Forces
- Aim Far
- Be Obsessed
- Expect Candor
- Win Right
- Own It
| Headquarter | 17800 N 85th St Scottsdale, AZ 85255 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.axon.com/ |
| Founding Date | 1993 |
| Tel | (480) 991-0797 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | AAXN |
| Jobs | www.axon.com/company/careers |
| Social Sites |
Axon Competitors
Axon competitors include Motorola Solutions. Axon ranks 1st in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Axon 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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Axon Employees
Axon has 2000 employees. 219 employees at Axon have reviewed Axon 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 219 Axon employees give their leadership a grade of A+, or Top 5% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Axon are extremely happy with their total compensation at Axon, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Axon are extremely happy with their team. 219 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an A+. The majority believe the meetings at Axon are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Axon believe the environment at Axon is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Axon is comfortably fast. About 56% of the employees at Axon work 8 hours or less, while 3% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Axon are extremely happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Axon employees generally work 9.0 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Axon report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
100% of Axon employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Axon employees most often take unlimited paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
79% of Axon employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
Axon employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
Feedback
A Day in the Life
96% of Axon employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining Axon - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Phoenix about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Phoenix employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 73% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Axon KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Axon's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 214 Axon employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 208 have said yes.
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Axon CEO & Leadership
92 /100
Axon CEO Awards and Recognitions
Axon’s CEO Rick Smith started in this role in 1993. Rick’s approval rate is in the Top 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 5% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Phoenix. With a high CEO score, Rick Smith has won the Best CEOs in 2022. In addition, Rick has garnered Best CEOs for Diversity in 2022 specifically for Diversity, making Axon’s CEO one of the top rated CEOs by diverse employees. Axon’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees in the Marketing, Creative & Communications department, employees in the Legal & Training department, and Hispanic or Latino employees. However, Non-Binary employees, employees in the Product Design department, and employees in the Operations & Manufacturing department have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to Axon’s competitors, Rick Smith ranks right above Motorola Solutions CEO Gregory Q. Brown. Under Smith’s leadership, Axon employee respondents are most happy about their Compensation and the company’s Environment. Meetings and Work Culture are two areas, according to respondents, where Axon could stand to see real improvement.
Axon Leadership
The Axon Executive Team is rated an “A+” and led by CEO Rick Smith, SVP of Software, Services, and Security Jay Reitz, and President Luke Larson
Rick Smith CEO / President
A pioneer of technology with the vision of making the bullet obsolete, Rick founded the original company, TASER, in... read more
Luke Larson President
As President of Axon, Luke is responsible for leading the company's day-to-day operations and overseeing all aspects of... read more
Douglas E. Klint Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
Doug is responsible for legal, risk management, corporate governance, securities compliance and intellectual property.... read more
Jawad Ahsan Chief Financial Officer
Jawad joined Axon in 2017 and is responsible for leading the company's global finance organization. Prior to Axon, Jawad... read more
Josh Isner Chief Revenue Officer
Josh is responsible for global growth, customer service, professional services, and sales operations. Josh joined Axon... read more
Jenner Holden Chief Information Security Officer
Jenner oversees the information security program that protects Axon's systems and products. Since joining Axon in 2013,... read more
Gretchen Mastellon SVP of People Operations
Gretchen joined Axon in 2016 and oversees all aspects of Axon's people strategy. Prior to Axon, Gretchen was Divisional... read more
Darren Steele SVP of Marketing, Training and Communications
Darren oversees the company's marketing, training, and communications. Prior to joining Axon in 2016, Darren served in... read more
Diversity & Inclusion at Axon
Diverse employees at Axon score the company 86/100 across various culture categories, placing Axon in the Top 5% of companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Axon across various culture dimensions.
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Axon Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Gym Membership / Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Performance Bonus
Office Perks
- Free Food
- Company Social Outings
- Work From Home Policy
- Unique Office Space
Axon PTO
Axon's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year.
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Axon applied for 18 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 83% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
Axon has a total of 2000 employees
18
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 83% Granted (15 out of 18)
- 11% Denied (2 out of 18)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 18)
- 6% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (1 out of 18)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Axon on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 29% | |
|---|---|---|
Engineering | 21% | |
Product | 14% | |
Operations | 7% | |
IT | 7% | |
Other | 21% |
Candidates By Location
Phoenix | 32% | |
|---|---|---|
Seattle | 11% | |
Las Cruces | 4% | |
Austin | 4% | |
San Jose | 4% | |
Other | 46% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Axon
What is Axon address?
Axon location is at 17800 N 85th St
Who is the CEO of Axon?
Axon CEO is Rick Smith, their score by employees is 92
What are the salaries in Axon
The average salary for employees in Axon is 105073$
What is Axon eNPS?
The eNPS for Axon is 64
What is Axon revenue?
Axon revenue is $344M
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