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Brown-Forman Company Culture
Brown-Forman Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews4.1/5
Brown-Forman's Overall Culture is rated B
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Office Culture
A+Perks & Benefits
A-Compensation
B+eNPS
B+Happiness
BBrown-Forman CEO
Top 30%Top 30% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Lawson Whiting
72 /100
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Diversity at Brown-Forman
N/A
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterWomen at Brown-Forman
Bottom 45%Bottom 45% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C
Women at Brown-Forman have rated Office Culture, Outlook, and Retention as the highest categories they have scored
Brown-Forman 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 20%Top 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
28
Brown-Forman employees are 28% more likely to recommend Brown-Forman as a great place to work
| 57% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 14% | Passives |
| 29% | Detractors |
Working at Brown-Forman
Working at Brown-Forman is rated highly by 52 employees, across various culture dimensions. Brown-Forman employees are most satisfied about Office Culture, Perks And Benefits, and Compensation categories, putting Brown-Forman’s culture in the Top 25% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 20% compared to other companies in Lexington, KY. See below in detail how working at Brown-Forman was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Brown-Forman
B
Overall Company Culture at Brown-Forman is rated B
Last updated months ago
Top
25%
Brown-Forman ranks in the Top 25% 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 BetterBrown-Forman Employee Reviews
Out of 55 Brown-Forman employee reviews, 87% were positive. The remaining 13% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Brown-Forman improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 87% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 13% |
Positive Reviews From Brown-Forman Employees
- What makes you most happy at work?My team, my work & projects
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?Its like family. Loving but has moments of disagreement which dont last long
- What are some of the best things about your team?I do gave the best team in the world, we trust each other, we challenged each other and we have fun together
Constructive Feedback From Brown-Forman Employees
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Make advancement based on merit and not who you know.
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Leading. A company of bosses with no leadership capabilities. I have seen a lot of very talented people come and go.
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?They are disconnected from the majority of employees. Too much time and too many resources are spent on initiatives that, in my mind, are not very constructive.
Brown-Forman Company Information
Brown-Forman Company Overview
Nothing better in the market.
Brown-Forman was founded in 1870 and its current CEO is Lawson Whiting. Since its inception 156 years ago, Brown-Forman has grown to 4700 employees.
Brown-Forman Mission, Vision & Values
Brown-Forman Mission Statement
Enriching life.
Brown-Forman Vision Statement
At Brown-Forman, we enrich the experience of life, in our own way, by responsibly building beverage alcohol brands that thrive and endure for generations.
Brown-Forman Values
- Integrity
- Respect
- Trust
- Teamwork
- Excellence
| Headquarter | 850 Dixie Highway Louisville, KY 40210 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.brown-forman.com |
| Founding Date | 1870 |
| Tel | (502) 364-4567 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Jobs | brown-forman.jobs/ |
| Social Sites |
Brown-Forman Competitors
Brown-Forman competitors include Pernod Ricard, Diageo, and Constellation Brands. Brown-Forman ranks 3rd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Brown-Forman compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
Brown-Forman Employees
Brown-Forman has 4700 employees. 52 employees at Brown-Forman have reviewed Brown-Forman 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 52 Brown-Forman employees give their leadership a grade of B, or Top 30% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Brown-Forman are pleased with their total compensation at Brown-Forman, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Brown-Forman are generally satisfied with their team. 52 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C. The majority believe the meetings at Brown-Forman are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Brown-Forman believe the environment at Brown-Forman is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Brown-Forman is moderate. About 53% of the employees at Brown-Forman work 8 hours or less, while 6% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Brown-Forman are happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Brown-Forman - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Lexington, KY about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Lexington, KY employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 60% 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.
Brown-Forman KPIs and OKRs
At this moment no Brown-Forman employees have provided insight into whether or not they clearly understand Brown-Forman's KPIs and OKRs.
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Brown-Forman CEO & Leadership
Brown-Forman CEO - Lawson Whiting
72 /100
Brown-Forman’s CEO Lawson Whiting started in this role in 2019. Lawson’s approval rate is just above average, putting Lawson in the Top 30% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 25% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Lexington, KY. Lawson Whiting is well regarded by employees for the Office Culture Brown-Forman offers, and ranks among the Top 5% of CEOs by employees in that category. Lawson is most liked by employees with Over 10 Years experience and Male employees. When compared to Brown-Forman’s competitors, Lawson Whiting ranks just below Constellation Brands’s CEO Rob Sands. With Lawson’s leadership, Brown-Forman employee respondents are most happy about their Office Culture and Perks And Benefits. Lawson was rated slightly below average for Environment.
Brown-Forman Leadership
The Brown-Forman Executive Team is rated a “B” and led by CEO Lawson Whiting, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer Jane Morreau, and SVP Chief Production and Sustainability Officer Alex Alvarez
Lawson Whiting CEO / President
Lawson Whiting serves as the CEO / President of Brown-Forman.
Jane Morreau Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Jane Morreau serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer of Brown-Forman. Jane started at... read more
Alex Alvarez SVP Chief Production and Sustainability Officer
Alex Alvarez serves as the SVP Chief Production and Sustainability Officer of Brown-Forman.
Matthew Hamel EVP, General Counsel & Secretary
Matthew Hamel serves as the EVP, General Counsel & Secretary of Brown-Forman. Matthew started at Brown-Forman in October... read more
Brown-Forman Salaries
How much does Brown-Forman pay?
How much do people at Brown-Forman get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Brown-Forman is $119,218, or $57 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $121,860, or $58 per hour.
At Brown-Forman, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $209,339 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $46,355 annually. Average Brown-Forman salaries by department include: Product at $152,895, Operations at $95,000, Design at $116,891, and IT at $98,330. Half of Brown-Forman salaries are above $121,860.
22 employees at Brown-Forman rank their Compensation in the Top 20% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 64 ratings) while 21 employees at Brown-Forman rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 21 ratings).
Salaries contributed from Brown-Forman employees include job titles like Developer and Director of PR. Comparably data has a total of 3 salary records from Brown-Forman employees.
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $70k | $70k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $94k | $94k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $122k | $122k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $170k | $170k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $223k | $223k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $240k | $240k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $282k | $282k | 100th Percentile |
$119,218*
Average Compensation
$121,860*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Brown-Forman Salaries by City
Brown-Forman Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Brown-Forman
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Brown-Forman across various culture dimensions.
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Brown-Forman 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
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Office Perks
- Free Food
- Company Social Outings
- Legal Assistance
- Work From Home Policy
- Unique Office Space
Brown-Forman PTO
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Brown-Forman
What is Brown-Forman address?
Brown-Forman location is at 850 Dixie Highway
Who is the CEO of Brown-Forman?
Brown-Forman CEO is Lawson Whiting, their score by employees is 72
What is Brown-Forman eNPS?
The eNPS for Brown-Forman is 28
What is the salary for Jr Product Manager in Brown-Forman?
Jr Product Manager average salary in the US is 84k
What are the salaries in the Sales in Brown-Forman?
The average salaries for Sales in Brown-Forman is 138k
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