Vectara
The Natural Diversity of Vectara: A Reflection of Our Culture
Thank you to some of our local employees and investors for attending our July team building lunch.
July 23 , 2024 by Felicia Jeffley
How Does Vectara Have Such a Diverse Team? The Answer is Simple: It Happens Naturally
At Vectara, we don’t have a dedicated Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) department. Diversity is not explicitly included in our strategic plans. Yet, our team organically represents a wide range of ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions, and work locations. How is this possible?
Respect as a Foundation
Our approach begins with hiring leaders who inherently respect all individuals. This respect is the cornerstone of our culture.
Early Cultural Values
From the outset, we’ve defined the values that shape our culture. This clarity sets the tone for the entire company.
Attracting Like-Minded Talent
We recruit talented individuals who resonate with our values and want to be part of our culture. This alignment fosters a cohesive and united team.
The Core Attributes of Vectara’s Culture
At Vectara, we cherish our commitment to ONE: Our team, Nimbleness, and Enabling success. We support each other through constant change, driven by a shared goal of personal, company, and customer success. In the fast-paced startup environment, our team regularly collaborates and leverages each other’s expertise to drive success.
The Natural Flow of Good Energy
Our recruitment process naturally attracts individuals who admire the energy and enthusiasm of our recruiters and interviewers. New employees find inspiration in their managers and teams, and this admiration flows both ways—from team to leaders and back. This natural attraction creates a continuous cycle of good energy, with like-minded individuals drawn to our ONE team consciousness. This alignment is more impactful than any demographic characteristic when it comes to building a strong team.
Navigating Bias and Stress
While unconscious biases can emerge, especially under stress, Vectara has built a culture that acknowledges and addresses these conflicts. In team meetings, one-on-ones, or company summits, differing ideas are openly discussed. All voices are valued, regardless of their position in the company. Some team members excel at identifying anti-culture language, tones, or biases and courageously bring these issues to light in real-time, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and inclusion.
At Vectara, our diverse and inclusive team is not the result of deliberate planning but rather a natural outcome of our deeply ingrained values and respect for all individuals. This organic approach ensures that our diversity is genuine and sustainable, reflecting the true spirit of our company. As we grow, we may need more structure, but for now, we are proud of how we have naturally grown.
