At Colossal, collaboration thrives through diverse channels. Brainstorming sessions drive creative problem-solving, while monthly happy hours foster interpersonal connections. Our journal club delves into the latest scientific literature, promoting cross-disciplinary dialogue. Active Slack channels facilitate real-time communication, ensuring seamless collaboration. Monthly Lunch and Learn sessions enrich our collective knowledge base. From formal meetings to informal gatherings, our multifaceted approach ensures a dynamic and connected work environment, essential for advancing our groundbreaking work to restore earth to a healthier state.
Our company’s positive vision for the future is rooted in our unwavering commitment to the mission of Colossal. Fueled by cutting-edge technologies in biosciences and genetics, our employees are confident in our ability to lead in the fields of de-extinction and conservation. Our optimism is not just aspirational; it’s grounded in tangible progress. In essence, our employees share a deep belief that our efforts will make a lasting impact on the world, contributing to a healthier and more sustainable planet for generations to come.
At Colossal, we prioritize an inclusive and respectful workplace. Our open-door leadership policy encourages diverse opinions, supported by various communication channels like Slack and share-out meetings. We actively promote anonymous feedback to ensure transparency, and company-wide surveys and check-ins with HR enable employees to shape our organization collaboratively. Our commitment to respect and inclusivity is a vital part of our culture, driving innovation through our diverse team.
At Colossal, we prioritize employee growth through a $5,000 annual reimbursement for continuing education, in-house training, and active HR guidance. Our performance-based manager compensation system fosters weekly meetings, “lunch and learns,” and internal/external education programs. A more educated and advancing workforce is the backbone of a high growth start-up.
Our values aren’t just words; they are the driving force behind a united effort for a healthier planet. It’s a calling for our employees to make a tangible difference for endangered species, delicate ecosystems, and the balance of nature. Our workforce finds purpose in being pioneers of the Earth, ensuring a sustainable and thriving future. Our values aren’t just words; they are the driving force behind a united effort for a healthier planet.
Cultivating a Loved Workplace is a multifaceted commitment at Colossal. Our monthly lunch and learn meetings offer a platform for personal and professional sharing, fostering deeper connections among colleagues. Biannual in-person all-hands meetings transcend updates, focusing on camaraderie and continuous learning, emphasizing our collective success. Monthly happy hours provide a relaxed atmosphere, promoting casual interactions that extend beyond the office. Together, these initiatives form the foundation of an environment where every team member feels valued, connected, and part of a thriving, growing community.
Ben Lamm, our CEO, embodies our company values by showcasing an exceptional commitment to innovation, ethics, and environmental responsibility. His visionary leadership in the field of de-extinction has propelled Colossal to the forefront of global impact and innovation. With a deep understanding of the market and a fearless venture into complex industries, Ben anticipates organizational needs and exemplifies superior ethical conduct. His dedication to preventing the ongoing extinction event sets him apart as a visionary leader, challenging traditional conservation efforts. Beyond Colossal, Ben’s involvement in emerging technologies, space, and climate change communities, as well as memberships in prestigious organizations like the Explorer’s Club and the Planetary Society, reflects a holistic approach. His thought leadership, recognized in prominent publications, underscores his influence in innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship, aligning seamlessly with Colossal’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
Colossal offers a full benefits package including unlimited PTO, so our employees can rest and recharge, a matching 401K retirement program, and no monthly cost health benefits for our employees. Most importantly, each of our employees are offered the opportunity to help us return the Earth to a healthier state.
Colossal is a breakthrough bioscience and genetic engineering company that builds radical new technologies to advance the field of genomics. Colossal creates disruptive technologies for extinct species restoration, critically endangered species protection and the repopulation of critical ecosystems that support the continuation of life on Earth. The company is the first to apply CRISPR technology for the purposes of species de-extinction, beginning with the woolly mammoth. Colossal is accepting humanity’s duty to restore Earth to a healthier state, while also solving for the future economies and biological necessities of the human condition through cutting-edge science and technologies.
1401 Lavaca St
Austin, TX
Biotechnology
Ben Lamm
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