Disempowered, demoralized work place leading to attrition. - Anonymous employee Apollo.io Employee Review

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are genuinely sorry to hear about your experience, and we take your concerns seriously as we work to create a culture that empowers and supports all employees. We’re glad to hear you appreciated the flexibility, benefits, and talent at Apollo.io. Our goal has always been to attract and retain incredible people, and we recognize there’s work to do to ensure they feel valued, empowered, and heard. Empowerment and Leadership Turnover: We deeply regret if any team members have felt disempowered or unsupported. The rapid pace of growth at Apollo.io has brought challenges, and we acknowledge that leadership transitions can impact continuity and morale. We are actively investing in clearer frameworks for decision-making, leadership training, and performance assessments to foster a more inclusive and empowering environment. Equity and Recognition: We understand the importance of competitive equity packages and are currently reviewing our offerings to ensure we’re providing fair and meaningful rewards that reflect our employees’ contributions. Culture and Inclusion: The feedback regarding the experiences of women in leadership roles is particularly concerning. Building a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority for us, and we are taking steps to better understand and address these issues. This includes improving communication, creating safe spaces for feedback, and holding ourselves accountable to higher standards of equity and fairness. CEO Leadership: We acknowledge the challenges of leading in a high-growth environment and are committed to evolving our leadership practices. Feedback like yours is helping us reflect on how we can balance visionary direction with trust, collaboration, and empowerment across all levels of the organization. We value transparency and improvement, and your candid feedback highlights areas we must address to become the company we aspire to be. If you’re open to discussing your concerns further, please feel free to reach out to [insert contact info]. Your insights are incredibly valuable as we continue on this journey of growth and transformation. Thank you again for your time and for sharing your perspective. Sincerely, Declan