Koch reviews

I have been with Koch in a variety of their companies for over 15 years. In that time, one thing has been consistent and unwavering: we are defined by the culture. Each employee is measured and expected to exhibit the culture that defines our company. Our 10 Principles are not just posters on a wall, but rather define and shape our actions, behaviors, expectations and performance. Reviews are wrapped in these 10 Principles and performance is measured by them. Decisions are made based on them as well. The thing that I enjoy most out of everything else is our challenge process. Most companies do not openly invite challenge and subvert to a “top down” decision making process. At Koch, you are expected the challenge up or down if you are not connected to the decision being made or if you think there is a better way of doing something. I don’t think I could work for a company that does not value my input or value the time it may take to get me to truly connect to the value behind the decision. Also, I appreciate the fact that you are only limited by your own initiative and ability to create value. I have numerous examples of individuals starting in an entry-level position and excelling to the highest roles in and out of their direct fields. This is due, in part, by Koch’s growth and development of their employees but also by the culture not allowing set “rules” to mandate what potential an individual might have to contribute. You really are limited by only by yourself. I can attest to this, personally in my own career here.

The culture is refreshing and the Market Based Management philosophy is taught from the highest levels to the lowest levels.