How Otonomee Scales with Purpose - Brendan Ring - Chief People Officer

In this video, Brendan explores how Otonomee’s remote-first model has transformed not only how the company operates, but also how it grows, recruits, and sustains culture while scaling.

One of the biggest advantages of being fully remote is the freedom from geographic constraints. Recruitment is no longer limited by location, allowing Otonomee to access top-tier talent wherever they are in the world. This flexibility has opened doors to exceptional candidates and made the hiring process faster, more inclusive, and more competitive.  

But remote work alone isn’t enough. As Brendan explains, Otonomee has been intentional about building and protecting its culture from day one. Even as the company experiences strong growth, we all need to be guardians of our culture; protecting the culture as we grow does not just fall to the leadership team, everyone in the company has a responsibility to  

The employee experience remains a top priority. Otonomee focuses on creating a meaningful, empowering environment where people can do their best work while living their best lives. This clarity of purpose—combined with remote flexibility—has helped attract and retain talent that’s aligned with the company’s values and vision.

As Brendan puts it, remote work is more than a setup—it’s a strategy. And when paired with intentional culture-building and a commitment to employee wellbeing, it becomes a powerful driver of growth, innovation, and long-term success.