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Navigating Hypergrowth - With Dimitri Coumbias, CHRO, Finera PSP

Navigating Hypergrowth - With Dimitri Coumbias, CHRO, Finera PSP

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 In this episode, Jivan sits down with Dimitri Coumbias, CHRO at Finera, a rapidly growing fintech start-up. They delve into the challenges and opportunities that arise during periods of hypergrowth, emphasising the critical importance of maintaining company culture amidst rapid scaling. Dimitri shares insights on the intentionality required in hiring practices, the significance of preserving the organisation's cultural DNA, and the role of leadership in fostering a collaborative environment. KEY TAKEAWAYS As companies experience rapid growth, maintaining the essence of their original culture is crucial. Leaders must be precise when preserving the cultural DNA while allowing it to evolve naturally. In a hypergrowth environment, every hire must be intentional. A single bad hire can have significant ripple effects on team alignment and overall momentum, making it essential to prioritise cultural fit and alignment with company values. The active participation of the leadership team, including founders and C-suite executives, is vital in shaping and maintaining company culture. Their energy and vision help to keep the culture alive and aligned with the organisation’s goals. Embracing technology, particularly AI, can enhance job satisfaction by automating mundane tasks, allowing employees to focus on more strategic and fulfilling work. This can lead to increased engagement and retention. Regular leadership summits and open communication channels are essential for aligning the team with the company’s vision and values. This helps to ensure that as the organisation grows, everyone remains connected to the core purpose and culture. BEST MOMENTS "Every hire has to be intentional because of the impact they're going to bring." "Culture doesn't stand still, especially during hypergrowth. It either gets shaped deliberately or it drifts accidentally." "We're looking at an array of candidates that can add value based on skill." "You have to ensure that every hire lands, and once they do land, the production can assist with and generate the impact." "Be really thoughtful with your hiring. Build leadership muscle." GUEST BIO Dimitri has more than a decade of global HR leadership experience across fintech, technology, oil & gas. He has led teams through M&As, rapid scale-ups, and cultural transformations. Dimitri started in law but quickly found his passion in people and culture, building a track record of aligning HR strategy with business growth across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Today, he’s focused on shaping modern HR practices that drive performance, inclusion, and trust while advising CEOs and leadership teams on the people's side of scaling businesses. dimitrisc@finera.com www.finera.com HOST BIO Jivan Dempsey has first hand experience of workplace toxicity and bad boss behaviour. Triggered by the #MeToo movement she was compelled to talk about her experiences in her early career, groomed and assaulted by a boss at work, his subsequent aggression and bullying behaviour which cost her a job she'd loved. Listeners are drawn to her raw honesty and insightful reflections on change and resilience. Her book, "The HR Change Manager's Handbook" and collaboration on "Can't Break Me," attest to her change and transformation expertise and dedication to empowering others - from someone who's been in the trenches and emerged stronger. As a seasoned HR consultant, she offers bespoke consultancy to help companies navigate transformation that delivers a better employee experience and cultural shifts to create healthier, happier, and more inclusive workplaces for all. Jivan Dempsey FCIPD GMBPsS | LinkedIn jivan@fiverivers-consulting.com www.fiverivers-consulting.com HR Change Manager’s Handbook: The 3 Step Guide To Managing HR Transformation: https://amzn.eu/d/drvToPv Are you working in a toxic environment? Take our free quiz to find out https://bit.ly/3BPZXSR
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