What’s KB Burnell’s favorite thing about Route? The parties. “Kidding! Kind of,” she clarified. It wasn’t the parties themselves, but the idea behind them: Recognition. In a fast-paced startup environment, Route’s management never forgets to make space to be proud of their people. That drive to celebrate extends even further, into DEI initiatives — like Route’s annual “Celebrating Connections” event led by the Women’s ERG. This event aims to empower women in tech and e-commerce and bring the whole company together, regardless of if employees are in the office or remote.
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Kimberly “KB” Burnell
Employee Experience and Community Manager
I so appreciate that leadership makes it a priority to pause, say thank you for the incredible work you’re doing and re-energize us to keep the momentum going.