In an annual tradition at HackerOne, employees nominate their peers for the prestigious Values Awards. Since its inception in 2022, the Values Awards have recognized three outstanding individuals who exemplify the spirit of teamwork and collaboration. These winners, known for their commitment to the "Win as a Team" value, share their insights on why this award is significant and how they inspire others to uphold these values.
One of the recipients of the 2022 Win as a Team Value Award is Everton Michels, a senior Technical Lead on the Technical Services Team. With seven years of experience at HackerOne, Everton plays a crucial role in identifying and resolving issues within the team. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork and building strong relationships to achieve success as a collective unit. Everton believes that by working together and supporting each other, the team can reach its goals and make a positive impact on the company.
Brandie Gaines, another winner of the Win as a Team Value Award in 2023, oversees financial accounting activities at HackerOne. Over her eight-year tenure, Brandie has witnessed the power of collaboration and collective effort in achieving company goals. She understands the importance of unity across different departments and values the contributions of each team member. Brandie emphasizes the need to support and push each other in the right direction to overcome challenges and achieve success collectively.
Martzen Haagsma, the recipient of the 2024 Win as a Team Value Award, leads a global engineering team at HackerOne. As the infrastructure and bug bounty program manager, Martzen champions innovation and collaboration to achieve ambitious goals. She acknowledges the unique skills and perspectives that each team member brings, emphasizing the importance of working together to reach new heights of success. Martzen finds inspiration in her team’s dedication to HackerOne’s mission of creating a safer world and values the impact they make on a global scale through their collective efforts.
For these Values Award winners, the essence of "Win as a Team" lies in the spirit of collaboration, mutual support, and shared success. By upholding these values, they not only inspire their colleagues but also contribute to a culture of unity and teamwork at HackerOne. Through their dedication and commitment to working together towards common goals, Everton, Brandie, and Martzen exemplify the core values that define the HackerOne community.
To learn more about the Values Awards winners and the importance of other core values at HackerOne, visit the original post at https://www.hackerone.com/blog/hackerone-company-values-matter-win-team.