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Originate Company Culture
Originate Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.4/5
Originate's Overall Culture is rated C+
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Compensation
C+Environment
C+Leadership
C+Manager
C+Perks & Benefits
C+Originate CEO
Bottom 35%Bottom 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Rob Meadows
65 /100
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Diversity at Originate
N/A
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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?
13
Originate employees are 13% more likely to recommend Originate as a great place to work
| 42% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 29% | Passives |
| 29% | Detractors |
Working at Originate
Working at Originate is rated average by 16 employees, across various culture dimensions. Originate employees are most satisfied about Compensation, Environment, and Leadership categories, putting Originate’s culture in the Top 50% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 50% compared to other companies in San Francisco. See below in detail how working at Originate was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Originate
C+
Overall Company Culture at Originate is rated C+
Last updated months ago
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50%
Originate ranks in the Top 50% of other companies on Comparably with 51-200 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterOriginate Employee Reviews
Out of 6 Originate employee reviews, 100% were positive.
| Positive Reviews | 100% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 0% |
Positive Reviews From Originate Employees
- What are some of the best things about your team?collaborative and smart people to work with
- What is the best part about your compensation package?Salary is pretty on par
- What do you like best about the leadership team?New executives brought in to turn co around
Originate Company Information
Originate Company Overview
Originate partners with forward-looking enterprises and high growth startups to design, build, and invest in ambitious software products.
Originate was founded in 2006 and its current CEO is Rob Meadows. Since its inception 20 years ago, Originate has grown to 12499 employees.
Originate Mission, Vision & Values
Originate Mission & Values
"Originate is driven by our values: People: We hire, retain, and work with only the most extraordinary people. Alignment: We ensure alignment in every decision we make. Value Creation: We build significant value for employees, partners, and our company. Risks: We are not be afraid to take smart risks in order to gain significantly bigger rewards."
| Headquarter | 580 Market St. 3rd Floor San Francisco, CA 94104 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.originate.com |
| Founding Date | 2006 |
| Tel | (417) 714-0388 |
| Jobs | www.originate.com/ |
Originate Competitors
Originate competitors include Formula.Monks, Carbon Five, and THOUGHTBOT, INC.. Originate ranks 4th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Originate 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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Originate Employees
Originate has 12499 employees. 16 employees at Originate have reviewed Originate 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 16 Originate employees give their leadership a grade of C+, or Top 50% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Originate are generally satisfied with their total compensation at Originate, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Originate are pleased with their team. 16 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C+. The majority believe the meetings at Originate are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Originate believe the environment at Originate is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Originate is moderate. About 86% of the employees at Originate work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Originate are generally 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
Originate employees generally work 8.0 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Originate report the work pace is moderate
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
89% of Originate employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Originate employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a month
Feedback
A Day in the Life
83% of Originate employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining Originate - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Originate is that the company was somewhat prepared on their first day. Originate employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 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.
Originate KPIs and OKRs
At Originate 100% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of Originate's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 3 Originate employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 2 have said yes.
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Originate CEO & Leadership
Originate CEO - Rob Meadows
65 /100
Rob’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Rob in the Bottom 35% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 30% compared to CEOs of all other companies in San Francisco. Rob Meadows’s employees rank Originate in the Top 50% for Compensation, in the Top 50% for Environment, and in the Top 50% for Leadership. When compared to Originate’s competitors, Rob Meadows ranks below both THOUGHTBOT, INC. CEO Chad Pytel and Formula.Monks CEO Brady Brim-DeForest.
Originate Leadership
The Originate Executive Team is rated a “C” and led by CEO Rob Meadows, Director of Marketing and Partnerships Danielle Yadegar, and SVP of Engineering Christopher Kim
Rob Meadows CEO / President
Rob Meadows serves as the CEO / President of Originate.
Danielle Yadegar Director of Marketing and Partnerships
Danielle Yadegar serves as the Director of Marketing and Partnerships of Originate.
Christopher Kim SVP of Engineering
Christopher Kim serves as the SVP of Engineering of Originate.
Kevin Goslar SVP of Technology Strategy
Kevin Goslar serves as the SVP of Technology Strategy of Originate.
Alex Quin VP of Engineering
Alex Quin serves as the VP of Engineering of Originate.
Paul Morrison Senior Vice President
Paul Morrison serves as the Senior Vice President of Originate.
Sam Seliger Senior Director
Sam Seliger serves as the Senior Director of Originate. Sam started at Originate in July of 2018. Sam currently resides... read more
Tyler Buck Managing Director
Tyler Buck serves as the Managing Director of Originate. Tyler started at Originate in June of 2016. Tyler currently... read more
Devon Ferreira Senior Vice President
Devon Ferreira serves as the Senior Vice President of Originate.
Originate Salaries
How much does Originate pay?
How much do people at Originate get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Originate is $123,841, or $59 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $144,757, or $69 per hour.
At Originate, the highest paid job is a Director of Engineering at $183,874 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $55,963 annually. Average Originate salaries by department include: IT at $104,845, Design at $103,699, Business Development at $109,600, and Operations at $99,425. Half of Originate salaries are above $144,757.
11 employees at Originate rank their Compensation in the Top 50% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 36 ratings) while 9 employees at Originate rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 50% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 11 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $83k | $83k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $115k | $115k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $145k | $145k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $227k | $227k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $248k | $248k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $346k | $346k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $422k | $422k | 100th Percentile |
$123,841*
Average Compensation
$144,757*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Originate Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Originate
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Originate across various culture dimensions.
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Originate PTO
Originate's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year. Paid Time Off is Originate's 2nd most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 33% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Originate's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1500 - $2500 cash value per month.
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Originate Careers
Originate Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Originate applied for 7 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 57% were approved, 29% certified-withdrawn, and 14% withdrawn.
An in-depth look at ‘Certified-withdrawn’ H1B applications at Originate unveil that one approved work permit application was withdrawn before the employee’s start date, and 2 were withdrawn by Originate after the employee’s start date.
Work Permit Application Outcome
Originate has a total of 12499 employees
7
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 57% Granted (4 out of 7)
- 0% Denied ( out of 7)
- 14% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection (1 out of 7)
- 29% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (2 out of 7)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Originate on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 36% | |
|---|---|---|
Product | 20% | |
Engineering | 14% | |
Design | 12% | |
Operations | 3% | |
Other | 14% |
Candidates By Location
New York City | 45% | |
|---|---|---|
San Francisco | 13% | |
Los Angeles | 6% | |
Seattle | 3% | |
Brooklyn | 3% | |
Other | 30% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Originate
What is Originate address?
Originate location is at 580 Market St. 3rd Floor
Who is the CEO of Originate?
Originate CEO is Rob Meadows, their score by employees is 65
What is Originate eNPS?
The eNPS for Originate is 13
What is the salary for UI/UX Designer in Originate?
UI/UX Designer average salary in the US is 107k
What are the salaries in the Admin in Originate?
The average salaries for Admin in Originate is 90k
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