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HotChalk Company Culture
HotChalk Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews4.4/5
HotChalk's Overall Culture is rated A-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
A+Leadership
A+Manager
A+Compensation
AExecutive Team
AHotChalk CEO
Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Rob Wrubel
84 /100
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Diversity at HotChalk
Top 35%Top 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
B
Diverse employees at HotChalk have rated Team, Manager, and Happiness as the highest categories they have scored
Women at HotChalk
Top 50%Top 50% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C+
Women at HotChalk have rated Team, CEO Rating, and Manager as the highest categories they have scored
HotChalk 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 30%Top 30% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
33
HotChalk employees are 33% more likely to recommend HotChalk as a great place to work
| 57% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 19% | Passives |
| 24% | Detractors |
Working at HotChalk
Working at HotChalk is rated highly by 49 employees, across various culture dimensions. HotChalk employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Leadership, and Manager categories, putting HotChalk’s culture in the Top 15% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 25% compared to other companies in Phoenix. See below in detail how working at HotChalk was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at HotChalk
A-
Overall Company Culture at HotChalk is rated A-
Last updated months ago
Top
15%
HotChalk ranks in the Top 15% of other companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
HotChalk Employee Reviews
Out of 283 HotChalk employee reviews, 89% were positive. The remaining 11% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping HotChalk improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 89% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 11% |
Positive Reviews From HotChalk Employees
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?The Culture Club at HotChalk is really dedicated to making our work experience that much more fun. Everyone is excited to participate in events and the passion in general that people have for what they do-expanding the reach of education to as wide an audience as possible-is reallt felt here!
- What did you like most about the interview process?I liked the transparency that came from the interviewers and really felt like I would be valued if I was hired for the role, and everything that they said at the time was completely true and accurate.
- What are some of the best things about your team?People here genuinely like each other and look forward to working together. It's a no-drama place, just lots of laughter and camaraderie.
Constructive Feedback From HotChalk Employees
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?Communication could be improved among different departments
HotChalk Company Information
HotChalk Company Overview
HotChalk acts as an innovation partner for higher education institutions providing provides strategies, technologies, data-driven marketing, and more...
HotChalk was founded in 2004 and its current CEO is Rob Wrubel. Since its inception 22 years ago, HotChalk has grown to 200 employees.
HotChalk Mission, Vision & Values
HotChalk Mission & Values
We deliver the transformative power of lifelong learning through innovative, data-driven solutions to our partner schools and the students we serve - because we believe every mind matters.
HotChalk Vision Statement
The people at HotChalk believe that education transforms the world and that—while technology is crucial to improving access to education—people come first. That is why the company partners with universities to help them bring their degree programs online so that everyone has access to quality education to further their goals.
| Website | www.hotchalk.com |
|---|---|
| Founding Date | 2004 |
| Tel | (480) 565-2040 |
| Company Status | Private |
| Jobs | jobs.jobvite.com/hotchalk/#jobs |
| Social Sites | |
| Headquarters | |
| Phoenix HQ | 3600 E. University Drive, Suite D1600 Phoenix, AZ 85034 United States of America |
| San Francisco HQ | 2 Embarcadero Center San Francisco, CA 94111 United States of America |
| Campbell HQ | 1999 S. Bascom Ave, Suite 600 Campbell, CA 95008 United States of America |
HotChalk Competitors
HotChalk competitors include Keypath Education, Knewton, and Catapult Learning. HotChalk ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how HotChalk compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
HotChalk Employees
HotChalk has 200 employees in 3 locations. 49 employees at HotChalk have reviewed HotChalk 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 49 HotChalk 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 HotChalk are pleased with their total compensation at HotChalk, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at HotChalk are extremely happy with their team. 49 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an A. The majority believe the meetings at HotChalk are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at HotChalk believe the environment at HotChalk is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at HotChalk is comfortably fast. About 70% of the employees at HotChalk work 8 hours or less, while 4% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at HotChalk are 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
HotChalk employees generally work 8.8 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at HotChalk report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
92% of HotChalk employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
HotChalk employees most often take unlimited paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
74% of HotChalk employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
HotChalk employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
Feedback
A Day in the Life
88% of HotChalk employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining HotChalk - Employee Onboarding
100% 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.
HotChalk KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of HotChalk's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 47 HotChalk employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 41 have said yes.
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HotChalk CEO & Leadership
HotChalk CEO - Rob Wrubel
84 /100
HotChalk’s CEO Rob Wrubel started in this role in 2018. Rob’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. HotChalk’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees in the HR department, Hispanic or Latino employees, and employees in the Marketing department. However, employees identified with Other ethnicities, employees in the Business Development department, and employees with 6 to 10 Years experience have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to HotChalk’s competitors, Rob Wrubel ranks right above Keypath Education CEO Steve Fireng. Under Wrubel’s leadership, HotChalk employee respondents are most happy about their Leadership and the company’s Manager. Gender and Meetings are two areas, according to respondents, where HotChalk could stand to see real improvement.
HotChalk Leadership
The HotChalk Executive Team is rated an “A” and led by CEO Rob Wrubel, Chief Financial Officer Alberto Chullen, and Chief Marketing Officer Michael Sullivan
Rob Wrubel CEO / President
Rob Wrubel has spent more than 25 years working as a technology and marketing entrepreneur in Silicon Valley, bringing... read more
Alberto Chullen Chief Financial Officer
Alberto Chullen serves as the CFO for HotChalk, Inc. Alberto started at HotChalk, Inc. in May of 2018 and is based in... read more
Michael Sullivan Chief Marketing Officer
Michael Sullivan is an entrepreneurial, creative business professional with proven expertise in brand development,... read more
Todd Keithley Vice President, Legal & Compliance
Todd Keithley advises HotChalk in a number of areas, including contracts and licenses, corporate matters, intellectual... read more
Dr. Kai Röemmelt Chief Operating Officer
Kai Roemmelt serves as the Chief Operating Officer for HotChalk, Inc. Kai started at HotChalk, Inc. in July of 2018 and... read more
Dr. Mary Jane Pearson Chief Academic Officer
Mary Jane Pearson, PhD, has contributed to “teacher preparation” for more than 30 years as Chair of the California... read more
Joe Patterson Executive Vice President, Enrollment Services
Joe leads HotChalk’s enrollment team and has 22 years of experience in business development and contact center... read more
Emily Hill Vice President, University Partnerships
Emily has been in the higher education industry for 18 years. She spent 10 years at University of Phoenix in enrollment... read more
Yannic Schroeder Vice President, District Partnerships
Yannic Schroeder and his team are driving strategic partnerships with about 500 K-12 school districts in the nation to... read more
HotChalk Salaries
How much does HotChalk pay?
How much do people at HotChalk get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at HotChalk is $121,893, or $58 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $127,876, or $61 per hour.
At HotChalk, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $268,218 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $44,481 annually. Average HotChalk salaries by department include: IT at $101,592, Admin at $54,176, Design at $90,458, and Sales at $132,406. Half of HotChalk salaries are above $127,876.
49 employees at HotChalk rank their Compensation in the Top 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 102 ratings) while 49 employees at HotChalk rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 96 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $64k | $64k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $98k | $98k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $118k | $118k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $172k | $172k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $207k | $207k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $258k | $258k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $262k | $262k | 100th Percentile |
$121,893*
Average Compensation
$127,876*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
HotChalk Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at HotChalk
Diverse employees at HotChalk score the company 74/100 across various culture categories, placing HotChalk in the Top 35% of companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at HotChalk across various culture dimensions.
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HotChalk Perks & Benefits
##Best of Benefits at HotChalk **Health Insurance & Wellness: ** Medical, dental, vision, long- and short-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D insurance; domestic partner benefit coverage **Financial & Retirement Plans: ** 401(k) with a 6% employer match; 100% vested with one year of service **Vacation & Time Off: ** 11 paid holidays; unlimited vacation policy for exempt employees; non-exempt employees have a generous accrual policy to maximize PTO and maintain a work-life balance; one personal day for observing religious holiday, birthday, or a hooky day **School Activities Leave: ** Time off to attend educational activities, parent-teacher conferences, or school-related activities **Parental Support: ** Two weeks of paid parental leave
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
Office Perks
- Free Food
- Company Social Outings
- Legal Assistance
- Work From Home Policy
- Unique Office Space
HotChalk PTO
HotChalk's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year. HotChalk's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $2500+ cash value per month.
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HotChalk Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, HotChalk applied for 1 H1B visas.
Work Permit Application Outcome
HotChalk has a total of 200 employees
1
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 0% Granted ( out of 1)
- 0% Denied ( out of 1)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 1)
- 100% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (1 out of 1)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
Let HotChalk Know You Want To Work There
Overview of Candidates Interested in HotChalk on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 75% | |
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Marketing | 25% |
Candidates By Location
Phoenix | 75% | |
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San Francisco | 25% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding HotChalk
What is HotChalk address?
HotChalk location is at 3600 E. University Drive, Suite D1600
Who is the CEO of HotChalk?
HotChalk CEO is Rob Wrubel, their score by employees is 84
What is HotChalk eNPS?
The eNPS for HotChalk is 33
What is the salary for Director of Sales in HotChalk?
Director of Sales average salary in the US is 196k
What are the salaries in the IT in HotChalk?
The average salaries for IT in HotChalk is 102k
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