Awesome Opportunity in Theory, Glass Ceiling in Reality
Pros
- Company has a strong portfolio with a nice balance between legacy and lifestyle brands across almost every spirits category - Company makes a considerably large marketing investment behind priority brands and big bets so there is an opportunity to fund some cool brand campaigns if fortunate to be on one of those teams. - Diverse leadership with regards to female representation, not so much with regards to ethnically diverse leadership - Company provides regular check-in with senior leadership on virtual and in person town halls and check ins. - Company is open to new ideas and concepts, however may lack patience with allowing time for social proof
Cons
- Lack of true decision-making autonomy and boldness due to fear of failure and how it might look to the CEO and senior leadership - Lack of true commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion internally - Lack of career development planning and support from the organization - Company sees diversifying the talent at organization as simply recruiting and promoting women, whom are primarily white females. - French expats are favored over US domestic talent. - Career growth is most favorable to employees that are highly agreeable and submissive, being sure not to challenge or question senior leadership - Reorganization and layoffs are certain every other year so job security is volatile.
