Plexus Worldwide

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PLEXUS

WORLDWIDE WHAT SETS YOUR COMPANY APART AS ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK

COMPANY / Plexus Worldwide IN DIRECT SELLING?

HEADQUARTERS / Scottsdale, Arizona The entire Plexus team shares a common vision of

NUMBER OF FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES / 325 hope, health and happiness, and we are 100 percent

YEAR FOUNDED / 2008 committed to the field’s success. Our Founders exemplify humility and believe in an open-door policy where all input is welcome.

I really love the fun culture at Plexus. It’s a great working environment that prides itself on working hard for a great cause while finding time to have fun. One example of this culture is the weekly Friday raffle where the company gathers as one community to celebrate, build camaraderie and give out cash!

At Plexus, respect is given across all levels of the organization. We have an open-door policy where your voice is heard, and you can freely share your ideas. The company also offers great benefits with thoughtful consideration to employees’ families and finances.

Lastly, career opportunities at Plexus are abundant for personal and professional growth. We regularly see team members moving into new, exciting roles, and it’s very motivating for those who want to further their careers.

HOW DOES YOUR COMPANY BRING THE SAME RED-CARPET TREATMENT TO YOUR EMPLOYEES THAT YOU GIVE TO YOUR DISTRIBUTORS? From monthly product stipends and lots of fun swag to employee recognition and team events, the company has prioritized creating a rewarding work environment that celebrates people and their success. Employees are also invited to attend and participate in many field events, and we provide team members with special access to keynote speakers and other influencers.

WHAT’S THE “DEFINITIVE ELEVATOR PITCH” THAT YOU WOULD OFFER TO A PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEE ABOUT WHY THEY WOULD WANT TO WORK FOR YOUR COMPANY? CAN YOU DESCRIBE YOUR CULTURE IN JUST A FEW SENTENCES? Plexus is a place where respect and kindness are the norm and where people genuinely care about helping our Brand Ambassadors find success in their businesses. The phrase “One Plexus” was conceived as a convention theme but was soon embraced so fully by all members of the Plexus community that it came to be the definition of our culture: Belief in our shared values, partnerships across the company, a commitment to action and for making a difference in our communities.

—BEN HURST / DIRECTOR, PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE

WHAT IS YOUR TOP PRIORITY WHEN IT COMES TO MAINTAINING A GREAT WORK ENVIRONMENT? HOW HAS THAT CHANGED AS PEOPLE BALANCE WORKING IN THE OFFICE AND WORKING FROM HOME? WHAT DOES THAT LOOK LIKE FOR YOUR COMPANY? Maintaining our great culture is a priority for the company, and we do that by taking the time to recognize, reward and celebrate our teams. We are also focused on ensuring people have access to information they need to do their jobs successfully in this hybrid work environment. This requires a multichannel approach to disseminating information and connecting with teams both in person and virtually.

HOW DOES YOUR COMPANY SUPPORT TEAM MEMBERS IN THEIR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT? Plexus provides leadership training, personal development courses and many other opportunities for self-development. Leadership training in areas such as communication, team building and new software skills is regularly offered. Plexus also presents personal enhancement courses on fitness, health and financial planning. Tuition reimbursement is another great benefit for employees looking to pursue formal education outside of the workplace. international team members who could now participate in training with their peers at headquarters in ways they hadn’t done so before. Additionally, we pivoted to virtual volunteering which meant that we could continue to support our community partners at a time when many companies and individuals weren’t focused on volunteering.

Now that we have returned to the office three days a week, our focus is on engagement and culture. Friday has been designated as our culture day, so everyone is asked to be in the office. On these days, we host team gatherings, spirit days and lunches. We are also preparing to host our 5th Annual Community Walk to benefit three local children’s charities. In addition to walking for a great cause, our staff, sponsors and community can enjoy food trucks, fun games and special guest appearances from local team mascots! n

THE ONLY THING CONSTANT IN 2021 WAS CHANGE. HOW HAVE YOU MANAGED THE CONSTANT PIVOTS REQUIRED DURING THE PANDEMIC? HOW ARE YOU MAINTAINING AND BUILDING A SENSE OF COMMUNITY? We implemented a formal telecommuting policy, adapting to the needs and new demands that our team members faced during challenging times. We also redesigned our Learning & Development programs to support virtual learning. An unintended (and positive) consequence of this was to our