When a company reaches a milestone like Series B funding, expansion is the next natural step. But with growth comes the challenge of building out a team that can not only meet the demand but thrive in a fast-moving startup environment. That’s exactly the point Calibrate reached when they realized: "We need more hands!"
Calibrate is an innovator in the weight loss industry, breaking down stereotypes and toxic patterns with a science-backed product that provides their customers with healthier and more efficient solutions. After a recent round of Series B funding, leadership was ready to build a Design team - from scratch! This meant finding everyone from executive to mid-level and creating a team culture. See how our partnership helped Calibrate determine their needs for the hiring and culture development process.
As a B2C company on the brink of expansion, Calibrate’s leadership team had big expectations. They needed design talent at all levels: people who could bring fresh perspectives, leadership, and experience to help build the team from the ground up. But there was one key challenge: this wasn’t just about finding talent; it was about creating a cohesive team culture from scratch. They needed highly skilled professionals who would be a good fit for their startup-style operation while aligning with Calibrate’s mission and values.
Calibrate needed to find a wide range of talent at all levels. They were looking for highly specific skill sets from top to bottom. The list of needed roles included:
Finding the right candidates for these positions was crucial. Not only did the individuals need to have the technical expertise, but they also needed to fit seamlessly into Calibrate’s collaborative, high-energy environment.
Our first goal was to design an efficient hiring strategy and prioritize key hires that could help define team culture. We were quick to connect them with a qualified VP of Design that joined the team and provided guidance alongside leadership and Talent Acquisition.
After rolling out a fresh hiring process and with weekly meetings with their team, we were able to deliver market research and compensation advice to attract the right talent.
The results? In just a few short months, Calibrate’s Design team went from a concept to a fully operational unit with a strong foundation in place. We successfully hired:
A VP of Product Design to lead the team and shape the culture.
Two Product Design Directors to steer strategy and execution.
Three Senior Product Designers to lead the charge on innovative projects.
With this talented team in place, Calibrate is well-equipped to continue enhancing their product offerings and preparing for the next phase of their growth. They’ve already made significant strides in improving their design processes, and the team is actively working on building out new features in preparation for future investments.
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