Pivot Bio Company Culture
Pivot Bio Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.8/5
Pivot Bio's Overall Culture is rated D+
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Perks & Benefits
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COffice Culture
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C-Meetings
C-Pivot Bio CEO
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Karsten Temme
55 /100
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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 30%Bottom 30% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-20
Pivot Bio employees are -20% more likely to recommend Pivot Bio as a great place to work
| 35% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 10% | Passives |
| 55% | Detractors |
Working at Pivot Bio
Working at Pivot Bio is rated below average by 22 employees, across various culture dimensions. Pivot Bio employees rate Perks And Benefits highest among all categories, and think that Professional Development and CEO Rating have the most room for improvement, putting Pivot Bio’s culture in the Bottom 25% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 25% compared to other companies in San Francisco. See below in detail how working at Pivot Bio was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Pivot Bio
D+
Overall Company Culture at Pivot Bio is rated D+
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25%
Pivot Bio ranks in the Bottom 25% of other companies on Comparably with 11-50 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Out of 22 Pivot Bio employee reviews, 60% were positive. The remaining 40% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Pivot Bio improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 60% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 40% |
Positive Reviews From Pivot Bio Employees
- What is the best part about your compensation package?Unlimited PTO and generous benefits
- What is the best part about your compensation package?Different options for choosing the benefits
- What do you like best about the leadership team?They are ambitious and value their employees
Constructive Feedback From Pivot Bio Employees
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Work hours improvement and time management
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Get a leader in the management role that wants to help the company, not just herself.
- What would you improve about your company's interview process?Make it faster, and provide all the information about the role and hiring dates
Pivot Bio Company Information
Pivot Bio Company Overview
Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in crop nutrition.
Pivot Bio was founded in 2011 and its current CEO is Karsten Temme. Since its inception 15 years ago, Pivot Bio has grown to 50 employees.
Pivot Bio Mission, Vision & Values
Pivot Bio Mission & Values
Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of the microbiome, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in crop nutrition. Our proprietary ON Technology™ harnesses the power of naturally occurring microbes to give crops increased access to key nutrients. It’s a smart, sustainable way for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. We have a passion for technology and believe our understanding of the crop microbiome could shift the current course of humanity and the planet. Our current efforts are focused on enabling microbes to fix and supply more nitrogen to corn. In the future, ON Technology™ will be used to provide crops with better access to phosphorus, potassium and other nutrients.
| Headquarter | 2929 Seventh Street, Suite 120 Berkeley, CA 94710 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.pivotbio.com |
| Founding Date | 2011 |
| Tel | 510-768-7963 |
| Company Status | Private |
| Jobs | pivotbio.com/careers/ |
| Social Sites |
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Pivot Bio Employees
Pivot Bio has 50 employees. 22 employees at Pivot Bio have reviewed Pivot Bio 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 22 Pivot Bio employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 20% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Pivot Bio are not very pleased with their total compensation at Pivot Bio, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Pivot Bio are pleased with their team. 22 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C. The majority believe the meetings at Pivot Bio are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Pivot Bio believe the environment at Pivot Bio is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Pivot Bio is comfortably fast. About 83% of the employees at Pivot Bio work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Pivot Bio are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Pivot Bio - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Pivot Bio is that the company was unprepared on their first day. Pivot Bio employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 50% 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.
Pivot Bio KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Pivot Bio's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 3 Pivot Bio employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Pivot Bio CEO & Leadership
Pivot Bio CEO - Karsten Temme
55 /100
Karsten’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Karsten in the Bottom 10% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 10% compared to CEOs of all other companies in San Francisco. Karsten Temme’s employees rank Pivot Bio in the Top 50% for Perks And Benefits, in the Bottom 40% for Team, and in the Bottom 35% for Office Culture.
Pivot Bio Leadership
The Pivot Bio Executive Team is rated a “D” and led by CEO Karsten Temme, Vice President Product Development Ernie Sanders, and Chief Scientific Officer Alvin Tamsir
Karsten Temme CEO / President
Karsten Temme serves as the CEO / President of Pivot Bio.
Ernie Sanders Vice President Product Development
Ernie Sanders serves as the Vice President Product Development of Pivot Bio. Ernie started at Pivot Bio in October of... read more
Alvin Tamsir Chief Scientific Officer
Alvin Tamsir serves as the Chief Scientific Officer of Pivot Bio. Alvin started at Pivot Bio in June of 2011. Alvin... read more
Tracy Willits Vice President - Communications
Tracy Willits serves as the Vice President - Communications of Pivot Bio.
Christa Peren VP of Finance
Christa Peren serves as the VP of Finance of Pivot Bio. Christa started at Pivot Bio in January of 2019. Christa... read more
Natalie Hubbard VP Regulatory and Government Affairs
Natalie Hubbard serves as the VP Regulatory and Government Affairs of Pivot Bio. Natalie started at Pivot Bio in March... read more
Roger Wyse Member Board of Directors
Roger Wyse serves as the Member Board of Directors of Pivot Bio. Roger started at Pivot Bio in May of 2016. Roger... read more
Diversity & Inclusion at Pivot Bio
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Pivot Bio across various culture dimensions.
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Pivot Bio 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
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Office Perks
- Free Food
- Pet-Friendly
- Company Social Outings
- Work From Home Policy
Pivot Bio PTO
Pivot Bio's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year. Pivot Bio's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $500 -$1000 cash value per month.
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Pivot Bio Careers
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Pivot Bio on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Engineering | 100% |
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Candidates By Location
San Francisco | 100% |
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Pivot Bio
What is Pivot Bio address?
Pivot Bio location is at 2929 Seventh Street, Suite 120
Who is the CEO of Pivot Bio?
Pivot Bio CEO is Karsten Temme, their score by employees is 55
What is Pivot Bio eNPS?
The eNPS for Pivot Bio is -20
How many employees work in Pivot Bio?
Pivot Bio has 50 employees
What are the benefits at Pivot Bio?
Pivot Bio perks and benefits are Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, PTO / Vacation Policy, Paid Holidays, Maternity / Paternity Leave, 401K / Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Free Food, Pet-Friendly, Company Social Outings & Work From Home Policy
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