Hot Topic Claimed Company

At Hot Topic we pride ourselves on being the destination of pop culture and music merchandise. We do this by hiring the best people, having the best product, and providing the best customer experience for our one-of-a-kind fans. We give back to our communities in our partnerships with Mental Health America, Notes for Notes, and Little Kids Rock. Hot Topic’s unique culture thrives in an open and collaborative work environment where autonomy and authenticity shape your success. As a company that stays ahead of trends, we want you to come with innovative perspectives, cutting-edge thought leadership, and a readiness to learn, all of which will contribute to the continued success of our business. We’ve built an inclusive community where you’re encouraged to be who you are and love what you do! read more

EMPLOYEE PARTICIPANTS: 800

TOTAL RATINGS: 6994

CEO: Steve Vranes

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Michael Yerkes — Chief Operating Officer at Hot Topic

Executive Bio

Michael Yerkes serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Hot Topic. Michael Yerkes and the Hot Topic executive team are rated a D+ by 381 employees.

Chief Operating Officer Impact on Operations Department's Culture

Michael Yerkes holds the highest position within the Operations department at Hot Topic — Chief Operating Officer, and therefore has influence on the culture of the Operations department. The average employee described daily life within the Operations department as a Slowly paced and challenging 7 or less hour day, stating that they are not happy with their work life balance. Employees within Hot Topic's Operations department feel as though there is not space for career growth.

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Executive Team Culture Ratings from Hot Topic Employees

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Hot Topic's Executive Team scores in the Bottom 25%
of similar sized companies on Comparably

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Do you approve of the job your executive team is doing at your company?

43% Yes

Who ranks the Executive Team the highest?

Tenure - Less than 1 Year 89/100

Department - Marketing 81/100

Ethnicity - Hispanic or Latino 69/100

Who ranks the Executive Team the lowest?

Tenure - 1 to 2 Years 40/100

Department - Product 40/100

Ethnicity - Other 43/100

Hot Topic's Executive Team at a Glance

Based on 394 ratings, Hot Topic's employees are less satisfied with their Executive Team and give them a “D+” or 56/100. On average, Women provided higher ratings for their Executive Team compared to Men.

Hot Topic's Executive Team ranks in the Bottom 20% of other companies in Los Angeles and Bottom 25% of other companies on Comparably that also have 5,001-10,000 Employees.

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