How Veeva Drives a Culture of Speed on its Growth Path to 10k Employees

At the intersection of speed, technology, and life sciences, Veeva Systems is changing the way BioPharma companies operate. But how do they maintain a culture of speed with a rapidly growing team spanning 40 countries?Meet Vivian Welsh, the Chief People Officer of Veeva Systems, a company renowned for its ground-breaking software, data, and services designed to revolutionize the pharmaceutical landscape.Key Topics Covered:The Essence of Veeva’s Culture: Journey into the heart of Veeva’s values, which revolve around doing the right thing, customer success, employee success, and most notably - speed.Molding Leaders: Delve into Veeva's "Manager Boot Camp", a fundamental step in shaping leaders who can drive a consistent and engaging culture across the organization.Peer-Powered Growth: Discover the unique approach of Veeva’s managers’ communities, fostering cross-functional learning and mentorship.Feedback Reinvented: Learn about Veeva's transformation from annual reviews to their authentic check-in process, designed to catalyze open dialogue and empower employees.Slowing Down to Speed Up: Understand the paradox Welsh highlights about the need for systematic thinking amidst a fast-paced environment.Reading for Success: Welsh recommends "The Ideal Team Player" - a book that encapsulates the traits Veeva looks for in its team members and leaders.Veeva's Exciting Trajectory: Get a sneak peek into the company's future, with plans to expand their team from 7k to a whopping 10k by 2025.Step into the fast-paced world of Veeva Systems and discover how a culture of speed, innovation, and people-centric values paves the way for industry success.