My interview started with viewing a series of company video clips depicting the culture of the company, their (10) Core Values, as well as a a glimpse into the lifestyle of their CEO, Tony Hsieh. Following the video introduction, I was led by their Tour Guide, Ryo, on a tour of the corporate office/campus. I got to see each department, meet some of the Zapponians along the way, see the fitness center and the indoor/outdoor Cafe. Following my tour, I was dropped off on in a Conference Room #6 (Tower 2nd Floor) where I was introduced to and interviewed by Joseph Grusman, General Manager of E-Commerce. Following my interview with Joseph, I was introduced to Crysti Howser, Director of Operations & Business Development/Partnership and spent an hour with Crysti reviewing my experience and qualifications for the Director of Sales Position and discussing Crysti's key objectives for the Zappos@Work Division. Following my interview with Crysti, I was introduced to Jeffrey Espersen, General Manager of Merchandising and Curtis Fairbourn, Finance Manager. During my interview with Jeff and Curtis, we reviewed my experience and qualifications for the Director of Sales Position, discussed their key objectives for the Zappos@Work Division., and I shared my list of key target accounts and my book of business with them. Following my interview with Jeff and Curtis, I went to lunch at the Eureka Restaurant with Crysti Howser, Christy Colgan, Kevin Inoue, Jason Cardoza, Natalie Mercado, Edward, and (1) additional Zapponians whose name I don't recall. After we returned to the corporate after lunch, I interviewed with Kevin Inoue, Customer Relations Specialist and Alexander Cantu, Senior Buyer. During my interview with Kevin and Alexander, we reviewed my experience and qualifications for the Director of Sales Position, and discussed their key objectives for the Zappos@Work Division., Both Kevin and Alexander asked me a series of questions and I answered each one openly and honestly. In addition, I shared my list of key target accounts and my book of business with them. Following my interview with Kevin and Alexander, Cherice Wingfield, Recruiter, intoduced herself and advised me that Amy Stewart, Director of Events & Tours, would not be joining us as she was not available. Therefore, my final interview for the day was strictly with Cherice. Cherice asked me a series of questions and I answered each one of her questions with complete transparency. Following our discussion, Cherice advised me that I should hear back from Zappos within 3-5 business days, and she walked me back to the lobby area.

It started with a great tour of their HQ. The lady conducting the tour was PHENOMENAL. After that, I met with representatives from HR, then the team and managers I would HOPEFULLY be working with. I can't say enough about how great the entire process was. I was treated with honesty, respect, and integrity throughout the entire process. I could feel and see the Zappos core values in each personal transaction I had throughout the day. I realize not every company can have the same culture as Zappos, after all , that's what makes them unique. I do wish other organizations took the hiring process as serious as Zappos does.