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Brookstone Company Culture
Brookstone Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.2/5
Brookstone's Overall Culture is rated F
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
CeNPS
CManager
D+Outlook
D+Work Culture
DBrookstone CEO
Bottom 45%Bottom 45% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Steven Goldsmith
65 /100
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Diversity at Brookstone
N/A
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterWomen at Brookstone
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
F
Women at Brookstone have rated Manager, CEO Rating, and Outlook as the highest categories they have scored
Brookstone 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 45%Bottom 45% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-14
Brookstone employees are -14% more likely to recommend Brookstone as a great place to work
| 43% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 0% | Passives |
| 57% | Detractors |
Working at Brookstone
Working at Brookstone is rated below average by 10 employees, across various culture dimensions. Brookstone employees rate CEO Rating highest among all categories, and think that Compensation and Team have the most room for improvement, putting Brookstone’s culture in the Bottom 5% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 5% compared to other companies in Boston. See below in detail how working at Brookstone was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Brookstone
F
Overall Company Culture at Brookstone is rated F
Last updated a month ago
Bottom
5%
Brookstone ranks in the Bottom 5% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterBrookstone Employee Reviews
Out of 2 Brookstone employee reviews, 100% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Brookstone improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 0% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 100% |
Constructive Feedback From Brookstone Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Low pay for a lot of work...
Brookstone Company Information
Brookstone Company Overview
Brookstone is a nationwide specialty retailer offering an assortment of consumer products that are functional in purpose, distinctive in
Brookstone Mission, Vision & Values
Brookstone Mission & Values
At Brookstone, we develop, source and sell the most creative, innovative and amazing products that make our customers’ lives easier, better and more fun. We live up to this mission through the wonderful service we deliver and the lifelong relationships we build with our customers, vendors and each other.
| Headquarter | One Innovation Way Merrimack, NH United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.brookstone.com |
| Founding Date | 1965 |
| Tel | 603-880-9500 |
| Company Status | Private |
Brookstone Competitors
Brookstone competitors include Brooks Brothers and Bed Bath & Beyond. Brookstone ranks 3rd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Brookstone 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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Brookstone Employees
10 employees at Brookstone have reviewed Brookstone across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was a month ago.
Overall, the 10 Brookstone 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 Brookstone are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at Brookstone, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Brookstone are mostly dissatisfied with their team. 10 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an F. Less than half believe the meetings at Brookstone are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Brookstone believe the environment at Brookstone is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Brookstone is a bit slow. About 100% of the employees at Brookstone work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Brookstone are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Brookstone - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Boston about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Boston employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 75% 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.
Brookstone KPIs and OKRs
At this moment no Brookstone employees have provided insight into whether or not they clearly understand Brookstone's KPIs and OKRs.
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Brookstone CEO & Leadership
Brookstone CEO - Steven Goldsmith
65 /100
Steven’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Steven in the Bottom 45% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 30% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Boston. Steven Goldsmith’s employees rank Brookstone in the Bottom 25% for Manager, in the Bottom 25% for Outlook, and in the Bottom 15% for Work Culture.
Brookstone Leadership
The Brookstone Executive Team is rated a “F” and led by CEO Steven Goldsmith, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary Stephen Gould, and VP Sales Kevin Blossom
Steven Goldsmith CEO / President
Steven Goldsmith serves as the CEO / President of Brookstone.
Stephen Gould Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
Stephen Gould serves as the Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Brookstone. Stephen... read more
Kevin Blossom VP Sales
Kevin Blossom serves as the VP Sales of Brookstone. Kevin started at Brookstone in May of 2015. Kevin currently resides... read more
Courtney Dickens Regional Vice President
Courtney Dickens serves as the Regional Vice President of Brookstone.
Perry Jacobson Managing Director
Perry Jacobson serves as the Managing Director of Brookstone.
Kenneth Boremi Executive Vice President, Chief Operations Officer
Kenneth Boremi serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Operations Officer of Brookstone. Kenneth started at... read more
John Leary Chief Information Security & Compliance Officer
John Leary serves as the Chief Information Security & Compliance Officer of Brookstone.
Stephen Mills Operational Vice President - Product Development
Stephen Mills serves as the Operational Vice President - Product Development of Brookstone.
Eric Anderson Operational Vice President, Store Operations & Construction
Eric Anderson serves as the Operational Vice President, Store Operations & Construction of Brookstone. Eric started at... read more
Brookstone Salaries
How much does Brookstone pay?
How much do people at Brookstone get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Brookstone is $105,176, or $50 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $102,899, or $49 per hour.
At Brookstone, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $232,481 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $45,137 annually. Average Brookstone salaries by department include: Marketing at $85,211, HR at $153,245, IT at $105,220, and Sales at $161,109. Half of Brookstone salaries are above $102,899.
5 employees at Brookstone rank their Compensation in the Bottom 5% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 17 ratings) while 4 employees at Brookstone rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 6 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $63k | $63k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $83k | $83k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $103k | $103k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $159k | $159k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $214k | $214k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $262k | $262k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $282k | $282k | 100th Percentile |
$105,176*
Average Compensation
$102,899*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Brookstone Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Brookstone
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Brookstone across various culture dimensions.
Ranked Culture the Highest
Ranked Culture the Lowest
Brookstone Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
Office Perks
- Unique Office Space
Brookstone PTO
Brookstone's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 0-10 days off a year. Paid Time Off is Brookstone's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 50% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Brookstone's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a less than $500 cash value per month.
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Brookstone Careers
Brookstone Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Brookstone applied for 1 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
1
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 100% Granted (1 out of 1)
- 0% Denied ( out of 1)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 1)
- 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 1)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
Let Brookstone Know You Want To Work There
Overview of Candidates Interested in Brookstone on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 60% | |
|---|---|---|
Sales | 40% |
Candidates By Location
Melrose | 20% | |
|---|---|---|
Waltham | 20% | |
Denver | 20% | |
San Antonio | 20% | |
Indianapolis | 20% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Brookstone
What is Brookstone address?
Brookstone location is at One Innovation Way
Who is the CEO of Brookstone?
Brookstone CEO is Steven Goldsmith, their score by employees is 65
What is Brookstone eNPS?
The eNPS for Brookstone is -14
What is the salary for Accountant in Brookstone?
Accountant average salary in the US is 66k
What are the salaries in the Engineering in Brookstone?
The average salaries for Engineering in Brookstone is 162k
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