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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re sorry to hear that your time at SGPR didn’t reflect the culture we work hard to foster. Some of the themes you mention—particularly around cliques or “girlboss” culture—reflect feedback that surfaced several years ago, which prompted meaningful change. Since then, our leadership structure, culture programming, and professional development opportunities have evolved significantly.
As you noted, many of our team members have been with SGPR for 5 years, which we view as a reflection of our supportive culture and the opportunities for long-term growth. Our average employee tenure is more than twice the industry average, a stat we’re very proud of.
We set ambitious goals and hold ourselves to high standards for creative and strategic work, and we recognize that pace isn’t the right fit for everyone. Our aim is to provide clear expectations, the right tools and support to meet them, and to celebrate those who thrive in a culture that values both creativity and accountability.
We were disappointed to read that your experience was that SGPR doesn’t take employee feedback seriously. Our Comms & Culture Committee regularly conducts listening tours and provides recommendations based on what they hear, and every piece of feedback submitted through our anonymous Small Thoughts portal is reviewed by HR, the Committee, and often by the CEO and President directly. We take that input seriously and use it to guide ongoing improvements.
We’ve also evolved our culture programming to ensure every new employee feels welcomed, informed, and included—from onboarding rooted in our core values to opportunities for connection through committees, clubs, and Slack “yappy hours.”
Our door remains open if you have additional feedback to share. We genuinely value every perspective and are committed to continuing to make SGPR a place where people can do their best work.
—The SGPR Leadership Team
