Pros
There are quite a few pros, the biggest one is the people and culture. The people are great, they are intelligent, hardworking, and reliable, in short everything you could want in a colleague. There is a constant push for individual growth and that is supported by the company initiatives. People give feedback in an honest but kind way and you are responsible for implementing and benefiting from that feedback. While there are company events and team building activities none of them feel like "mandated fun" they are honest gatherings to just enjoy each other's company and catch up in a way that is hard to do during a busy work day.
Mission and values are the core of Vivisum and they guide almost everything the company does from setting yearly goals to guiding where time is spent. There are outreach programs, philanthropy budgets, and everyone gets a say in how we help our community.
The work is interesting and engaging. There are lots of different areas the org works in and you end up learning a lot about a lot of things on each project. This is fun but can make you feel a little out of your depth at times. There is an ebb and flow to the work, which on the plus side can mean there are instances when it is really easy to take a vacation or run to the dentist during work hours. On the other side there are periods when it is extraordinarily busy and everyone is working weird hours.
This is also the sort of place where you will get out as much as you put in. If you seek growth and responsibility and are willing to try new things and put in the effort there is substantial room for growth. No one is going to micro-manage you, they will support you, provide education, and help as needed but it is on you to get things done. This is a culture of trust and that has to swing both ways.
Cons
The work is very ebb or flow, there are periods where you are running and others when you are looking for something to do. There is always something to do you just need to be proactive and find it.
As the company is growing they are continuing to explore options and find their feet in a few places. This is not so much a con as something that can feel a little uncertain at times. The good thing is the CEO puts people first and is very transparent so you know what is coming.
In a company which values drive you need to be self-motivated, have good time management, and seek opportunities. This is not somewhere you can expect to receive marching orders and follow with little thought you have to put in the effort.