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Outside

Outside Interactive, Inc. is the world's leading creator of active lifestyle content, services, events, and experiences.

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Description

Outside Interactive Inc. is a leading creator of outdoor content, services, and experiences that reaches over 250 million active consumers globally. Their portfolio includes 25+ media brands, such as Outside, Backpacker, Climbing, SKI, and Yoga Journal, as well as mapping apps, online courses, events, and more. Outside's mission is to get everyone outdoors, experiencing healthy, connected, and fulfilling lives. They offer a subscription service called Outside+ that bundles best-in-class storytelling, videos, gear reviews, mapping apps, online courses, discounted event access, magazines, and more.

Outside Interactive is committed to sustainability and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. They have neutralized 20% of their carbon emissions and are on track to reach 100% carbon neutral by 2026. They have also created a non-profit fundraising platform called Find Your Good and have partnered with various organizations to promote outdoor accessibility and education. With a focus on growth and innovation, Outside Interactive continues to expand their offerings, bringing together their various platforms to create a comprehensive outdoor experience for their users.

Flexibility

Outside offers a flexible work environment that prioritizes employee well-being. They provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, high-quality healthcare coverage, family leave, and a 401K plan. Additionally, they offer a Flexible Time Away policy that allows employees to get "Outside" and enjoy their passions.

Benefits

Outside offers employees a competitive compensation package including high-quality medical, dental, and vision coverage, family leave, and a 401K plan. They also offer equity, flexible time away, opportunities for learning and development, fringe benefits like cell phone reimbursement and fitness access, and a minimum starting wage of $21.63/hour or $45,000/year.

Enhanced parental leave

Mission

Outside's mission is to get everyone outdoors experiencing healthy, connected, and fulfilling lives. They strive to inspire and enable people to discover the benefits of spending time in nature through their diverse network of media, digital, and technology platforms, events, and services. Their goal is to create an inclusive and welcoming community for both longtime adventurers and those just getting started, fostering a passion for outdoor exploration and its positive impact on well-being.

Data-driven
Disruptor
Environmental impact driven
Improving quality of life/health
Social impact led
Sports and fitness
Sustainability
Tech for good

Culture

Outside promotes a vibrant and energetic culture that celebrates the outdoors and actively encourages employees to live the mission. They value boldness, risk-taking, resourcefulness, and a desire for a fulfilling life. They foster a collaborative environment where success is celebrated and employees are constantly challenged to grow.

Collaborative
Engaging
Entrepreneurial
People-first
Progressive
Supportive

DE&I

Outside Interactive, Inc. is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for its employees and the communities it serves. The company acknowledges that diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just values but ongoing priorities that require continuous improvement. Outside seeks to create a welcoming and supportive culture where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives and talents, and where differences are embraced and celebrated. Through a variety of initiatives, the company is working to increase representation of underrepresented groups, address systemic barriers to advancement, and promote a culture of belonging.

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