J.P. Flaum, Managing Partner, Green Peak Partners, and Dr. Becky Winkler, Partner, Green Peak Partners

When it comes to hiring and developing talent, many companies prioritize qualities that are easy to measure and that allow employees’ progress to be tracked in a steady and linear way. Pedigree, professionalism and a polished career path have often indicated an illustrious future – whether at a big company or a new start-up.