The Finish Line Company Culture
The Finish Line Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.8/5
The Finish Line's Overall Culture is rated D
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Office Culture
BEnvironment
CeNPS
D+CEO Rating
DLeadership
DThe Finish Line CEO
Bottom 20%Bottom 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Samuel Sato
62 /100
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Diversity at The Finish Line
Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D
Diverse employees at The Finish Line have rated Environment, Manager, and Work Culture as the highest categories they have scored
Women at The Finish Line
Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D
Women at The Finish Line have rated Environment, Perks And Benefits, and Compensation as the highest categories they have scored
The Finish Line 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?"Bottom 25%Bottom 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-22
The Finish Line employees are -22% more likely to recommend The Finish Line as a great place to work
| 33% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 12% | Passives |
| 55% | Detractors |
Working at The Finish Line
Working at The Finish Line is rated below average by 185 employees, across various culture dimensions. The Finish Line employees rate Office Culture highest among all categories, and think that Professional Development and Compensation have the most room for improvement, putting The Finish Line’s culture in the Bottom 20% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably. See below in detail how working at The Finish Line was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at The Finish Line
D
Overall Company Culture at The Finish Line is rated D
Last updated a month ago
Bottom
20%
The Finish Line ranks in the Bottom 20% of other companies on Comparably with 11-50 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
The Finish Line Employee Reviews
Out of 89 The Finish Line employee reviews, 57% were positive. The remaining 43% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping The Finish Line improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 57% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 43% |
Positive Reviews From The Finish Line Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?When i got interviewed work policy rules were given and explain to me in many difference ways and the way the store works , she cares a bunch for what she does and goes for and beyond for the new hires and we even get shown around the store the forst shift and eveyehting gets explain very well.
- What are some of the best things about your team?The best part of my team is that i can walk into the store after a long day of school and they will motivate me to do my very best so i can crush the day at my highest work performance
- What do you like best about the leadership team?Superviors are always one step away from you if help its needed , tgey proivide with the best advice and if theres something you dont understand , superviors will go far and beyond for you to understand , the managers , their work ethic is above amd beyond doe their employees and for the store.!
Constructive Feedback From The Finish Line Employees
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?We could all work better at being a team and posing sales. However, it is hard to do that in a toxic workplace
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?actually being leaders and displaying what they want, implementing goals and not being passive aggressive
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?A higher pay rate and coworkers to help with daily tasks
The Finish Line Company Information
The Finish Line Mission, Vision & Values
The Finish Line Mission & Values
Our mission is to connect to young, fashion conscious individuals through a premium brand experience featuring the best selection of authentic, sport inspired products. We define this premium experience through our product, our presentation and our people.
| Headquarter | United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.finishline.com/ |
The Finish Line Competitors
The Finish Line competitors include PUMA, adidas, and Zappos. The Finish Line ranks 4th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how The Finish Line 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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The Finish Line Employees
185 employees at The Finish Line have reviewed The Finish Line across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was a month ago.
Overall, the 185 The Finish Line 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 The Finish Line are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at The Finish Line, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at The Finish Line are generally satisfied with their team. 185 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D. Less than half believe the meetings at The Finish Line are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at The Finish Line believe the environment at The Finish Line is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at The Finish Line is moderate. About 84% of the employees at The Finish Line work 8 hours or less, while 2% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at The Finish Line are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining The Finish Line - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining The Finish Line is that the company was very prepared on their first day. The Finish Line 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.
The Finish Line KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of The Finish Line's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 The Finish Line employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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The Finish Line CEO & Leadership
The Finish Line CEO - Samuel Sato
62 /100
Samuel’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Samuel in the Bottom 20% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably. Samuel Sato’s employees rank The Finish Line in the Top 35% for Office Culture, in the Bottom 40% for Environment, and in the Bottom 20% for Leadership. Sato is generally unpopular with The Finish Line employees, but ranks especially low with employees with Over 10 Years experience. However, Male employees have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO. When compared to The Finish Line’s competitors, Samuel Sato ranks below both adidas CEO Kasper Rorsted and PUMA CEO Arne Freundt.
The Finish Line Leadership
The The Finish Line Executive Team is rated a “D” and led by CEO Samuel Sato, EVP & COO Melissa Greenwell, and EVP and Chief Information & Technology Officer Albert Sutera
Samuel Sato CEO / President
Samuel Sato serves as the CEO / President of The Finish Line.
Melissa Greenwell EVP & COO
Ms. Melissa A. Greenwell has been Executive Vice President of Finish Line Inc. since June 2013 and has also been its... read more
Albert Sutera EVP and Chief Information & Technology Officer
Mr. Albert J. Sutera, also known as Aj, has been the Chief Information & Technology Officer and Executive Vice President... read more
John J. Hall Executive VP, Division President & Chief Merchandising Officer
Mr. John J. Hall has been the Chief Merchandising Officer, Executive Vice President and Divisional President at Finish... read more
Edward W. Wilhelm Executive VP & CFO
Mr. Edward W. Wilhelm, also known as Ed, has been the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of Finish... read more
Al Goizueta Senior VP & GM of Store Operations
Mr. Al Goizueta has been Senior Vice President and General Manager of Store Operations at The Finish Line Inc since... read more
Chad Edmundson Senior Vice President, Real Estate and Store Development
Chad Edmundson serves as the Senior Vice President, Real Estate and Store Development of Finish Line. Chad started at... read more
Michael Grimes Senior Vice President, Brand & Consumer Experience
Michael Grimes serves as the Senior Vice President, Brand & Consumer Experience of Finish Line. Michael started at... read more
Diversity & Inclusion at The Finish Line
Diverse employees at The Finish Line score the company 60/100 across various culture categories, placing The Finish Line in the Bottom 15% of companies on Comparably with 11-50 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at The Finish Line across various culture dimensions.
Ranked Culture the Highest
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The Finish Line PTO
The Finish Line's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year. Paid Time Off is The Finish Line's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 100% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. The Finish Line's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1000 -$1500 cash value per month.
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
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The Finish Line Careers
The Finish Line Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, The Finish Line applied for 2 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
2
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 100% Granted (2 out of 2)
- 0% Denied ( out of 2)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 2)
- 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 2)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
Let The Finish Line Know You Want To Work There
Overview of Candidates Interested in The Finish Line on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Operations | 100% |
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Candidates By Location
Boulder | 100% |
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding The Finish Line
Who is the CEO of The Finish Line?
The Finish Line CEO is Samuel Sato, their score by employees is 62
What is The Finish Line eNPS?
The eNPS for The Finish Line is -22
Who are The Finish Line competitors?
The Finish Line main competitors are PUMA, adidas, Zappos
Who is The Finish Line leadership?
Melissa Greenwell, Albert Sutera & John J. Hall are part of The Finish Line leadership, Samuel Sato is the CEO
Does The Finish Line allow employees to work from home?
20% of the employees of The Finish Line report that they work flexible - employees choose
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