REI – “A Great Place to Work”

Pros

The co-op spends a great deal of time and money working in community outreach and making our communities better places to live and do business. I am proud of the co-op and the direction that they are heading in. The company also stresses a good work life balnce encouraging employees to go out and enjoy the products that we sell.

Cons

The company culture can be a little too politically correct and confining. REI has a culture of collaboration that can, at times be frustrating. I also feel that the retail employees still need to be compensated better. There has been a lot of improvement in that area over the past few years but I still think the pay could be better.

Advice to Senior Management

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