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Simple Mills is on a mission to change what's available in grocery stores and make nutrient-dense, whole foods delicious and convenient. read more
Simple Mills Company Culture
Simple Mills Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.3/5
Simple Mills' Overall Culture is rated C
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Meetings
BOutlook
B-CEO Rating
C+Environment
C+Manager
C+Simple Mills CEO
Top 50%Top 50% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Katlin Smith
71 /100
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Diversity at Simple Mills
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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 40%Bottom 40% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
0
Simple Mills employees are 0% more likely to recommend Simple Mills as a great place to work
| 50% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 0% | Passives |
| 50% | Detractors |
Working at Simple Mills
Working at Simple Mills is rated below average by 7 employees, across various culture dimensions. Simple Mills employees rate Meetings highest among all categories, and think that Compensation and Happiness have the most room for improvement, putting Simple Mills’s culture in the Bottom 45% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 50% compared to other companies in Chicago. See below in detail how working at Simple Mills was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Simple Mills
C
Overall Company Culture at Simple Mills is rated C
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Bottom
45%
Simple Mills ranks in the Bottom 45% of other companies on Comparably with 51-200 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Out of 16 Simple Mills employee reviews, 79% were positive. The remaining 21% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Simple Mills improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 79% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 21% |
Positive Reviews From Simple Mills Employees
- What makes you most happy at work?Being respected for good work and having development opportunities
- What makes you most happy at work?The people and our mission to make a positive impact and transform the food industry!
- What are some of the best things about your team?Eagerness to drive the business
Constructive Feedback From Simple Mills Employees
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?Some teammates were kind but conflict-avoidant. We could've worked better together with more transparency, accountability, and courage to question leadership instead of protecting the status quo. Trust can’t grow in a culture of silence.
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?I felt undervalued because my compensation didn’t reflect my workload, expertise, or the emotional labor required to exist as a woman of color in that environment. I was expected to go above and beyond without acknowledgment, while others were rewarded for simply maintaining the status quo.
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Stronger base compensation would be great. We tend to run pretty lean and are VERY busy. I feel like base compensation doesn't always reflect the value of the talent.
Simple Mills Company Information
Simple Mills Company Overview
Simple Mills is on a mission to change what's available in grocery stores and make nutrient-dense, whole foods delicious and convenient.
Simple Mills was founded in 2012 and its current CEO is Katlin Smith. Since its inception 14 years ago, Simple Mills has grown to 98 employees.
Simple Mills Mission, Vision & Values
Simple Mills Mission & Values
Simple Mills enriches lives and bodies through simple, delicious, real foods. We strive to make healthful choices easy by offering food that tastes great in the moment and nourishes your body for the long-term. We believe if you don’t recognize an ingredient, your body won’t either, so we handpick ours with purpose - only including things that nourish you. Nothing artificial, ever. We’re here to positively impact the way food is made, because we believe good health enables greater, passion-filled lives. Clean, nutritious foods, for a greater life. It’s that simple.
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at Simple Mills
Why does what we eat affect the health of the planet? Because how food is grown – for example how the soil is tilled or how much fertilizer is applied – can have a big impact on the environment. Take this one example: According to Project Drawdown, food, agriculture and land use contribute nearly 1/4 of all greenhouse gas emissions.* This means that agriculture is not only part of the problem; it also can be part of the solution. So knowing where and how our food is grown matters, and even the everyday decisions we make at the grocery store can create positive change. That’s why we’re digging deeper on our impacts to the planet and what Simple Mills can do to be a part of the necessary paradigm shift. Our journey is only beginning. Come join us!
https://www.simplemills.com/Learn/RegenerativeAgriculture.aspx
When our founder, Katlin Smith, started looking for ways to improve her health through food, she realized that eating a variety of whole foods contributed to her overall health and well-being. So she started to develop baking mixes in her kitchen, seeking out nutrient-dense ingredients like nuts, seeds and vegetable flours that helped support diet diversity – ingredients that weren’t typically found in products like baking mixes, crackers and cookies. And what we’ve learned since is that a diverse and nutrient-dense diet doesn’t just contribute to a healthier lifestyle, it can also help create a healthier planet.
| Headquarter | 435 North LaSalle Street, 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL, USA Chicago, IL 60650 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.simplemills.com |
| Founding Date | 2012 |
| Tel | (312) 600-6196 |
| Company Status | Private |
| Jobs | simplemills.applytojob.com/ |
| Social Sites |
Simple Mills Competitors
Simple Mills competitors include Mondelez International North America, General Mills Inc., Clif Bar, and Perfect Snacks. Simple Mills ranks 5th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Simple Mills compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
Simple Mills Employees
Simple Mills has 98 employees. 7 employees at Simple Mills have reviewed Simple Mills 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 7 Simple Mills employees give their leadership a grade of C, or Bottom 40% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Simple Mills are not very pleased with their total compensation at Simple Mills, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Simple Mills are pleased with their team. 7 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C. The majority believe the meetings at Simple Mills are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Simple Mills believe the environment at Simple Mills is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Simple Mills is comfortably fast. About 33% of the employees at Simple Mills work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Simple Mills are happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Simple Mills - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Chicago about their company is that it was prepared on their first day. Chicago employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 71% 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.
Simple Mills KPIs and OKRs
At this moment no Simple Mills employees have provided insight into whether or not they clearly understand Simple Mills' KPIs and OKRs.
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Simple Mills CEO & Leadership
Simple Mills CEO - Katlin Smith
71 /100
Simple Mills’s CEO Katlin Smith started in this role in 2012. Katlin’s approval rate is just above average, putting Katlin in the Top 50% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 40% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Chicago. Katlin Smith is well regarded by employees for the Meetings Simple Mills offers, and ranks among the Top 30% of CEOs by employees in that category. When compared to Simple Mills’s competitors, Katlin Smith ranks just above Perfect Snacks’s CEO Bill Keith. With Katlin’s leadership, Simple Mills employee respondents are most happy about their Meetings and Outlook. Katlin was rated slightly below average for Compensation.
Simple Mills Leadership
The Simple Mills Executive Team is rated a “D+” and led by CEO Katlin Smith, Chief Marketing Officer Michelle Lorge, and Chief Operations Officer Nicole Eltzroth
Katlin Smith CEO / President
Since 2012, I have been on a mission to transform what America eats by creating snacks from simple, nutrient-dense... read more
Michelle Lorge Chief Marketing Officer
Michelle Lorge serves as the CMO of Simple Mills. Michelle started at Simple Mills in July of 2015.
Nicole Eltzroth Chief Operations Officer
Nicole Eltzroth serves as the COO of Simple Mills. Nicole started at Simple Mills in October of 2018.
Amy Hass CFO & Head of Chicago Operations
Amy Hass serves as the CFO and Head of Chicago Operations of Simple Mills.
Simple Mills Salaries
How much does Simple Mills pay?
How much do people at Simple Mills get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Simple Mills is $86,758, or $41 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $86,128, or $41 per hour.
At Simple Mills, the highest paid job is a Director of Engineering at $165,094 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $42,476 annually. Average Simple Mills salaries by department include: Business Development at $108,634, Design at $75,754, Admin at $66,632, and Engineering at $104,127. Half of Simple Mills salaries are above $86,128.
5 employees at Simple Mills rank their Compensation in the Bottom 25% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 15 ratings) while 5 employees at Simple Mills rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 30% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 5 ratings).
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| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $58k | $58k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $70k | $70k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $86k | $86k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $155k | $155k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $225k | $225k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $249k | $249k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $297k | $297k | 100th Percentile |
$86,758*
Average Compensation
$86,128*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Simple Mills Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Simple Mills
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Simple Mills across various culture dimensions.
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Simple Mills Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Gym Membership / Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Performance Bonus
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Office Perks
- Free Food
- Company Social Outings
- Legal Assistance
- Work From Home Policy
- Unique Office Space
Simple Mills PTO
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Simple Mills
What is Simple Mills address?
Simple Mills location is at 435 North LaSalle Street, 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL, USA
Who is the CEO of Simple Mills?
Simple Mills CEO is Katlin Smith, their score by employees is 71
What are the salaries in Simple Mills
The average salary for employees in Simple Mills is 86758$
What is the salary for Sales Manager in Simple Mills?
Sales Manager average salary in the US is 91k
What are the salaries in the Marketing in Simple Mills?
The average salaries for Marketing in Simple Mills is 126k
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