Our Core Values

Our core values are the foundation of everything we do – they inspire our actions, shape our culture, and drive us toward meaningful impact.

Core Values

Why you’ll love working with Intrepid Ascent

  • Mission-Driven Culture: Be part of a team committed to making a real difference. 
  • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside passionate, supportive colleagues who value teamwork.  
  • Growth Opportunities: We invest in your development with ongoing learning and development. 
  • Empowerment: We value your input – feedback is encouraged and actively used to shape decisions and drive improvements. 
  • Innovation Focused: We foster creativity and welcome new ideas that push us forward. 

Great Place to WorkCertified as a Great Place to Work, based on employee feedback about our culture, values, and leadership.

 

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Our Commitment to Your Wellbeing

Mental Wellbeing

We support balance, flexibility, and your ability to show up fully — at work and in life.

  • Unlimited vacation time for exempt employees
  • Accrued sick time
  • 12 paid company holidays
  • Generous paid parental leave for all parents
  • Fully remote work with flexible scheduling

Physical Wellbeing

Your health matters — we offer comprehensive coverage so you and your loved ones are cared for.

  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (for you and eligible dependents)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Optional coverage: long-term disability, critical illness insurance
  • Group & voluntary life and AD&D insurance

Financial Wellbeing 

We help you plan for today and tomorrow — with benefits that support financial confidence and security.

  • 401(k) with 3% employer contribution
  • Access to financial advising
  • Monthly cell phone/internet stipend
  • One-time home office setup stipend
  • Access to the Bennie Marketplace includes physical, social, financial, and emotional benefits from leading wellness providers.
  • Exclusive discounts via PerkSpot
  • Fertility and family-building benefits via Kindbody

Professional Wellbeing

We’re committed to helping you grow — with learning opportunities that build confidence, skills, and impact.

  • Annual professional development stipend
  • Robust onboarding with buddy system, cohort learning & goal-setting
  • Training at all-staff meetings & retreats
  • Leadership onboarding for new managers
  • Peer-led forums for cross-functional learning
  • Emphasis on aligning work with your strengths

Social Wellbeing

Relationships matter — we create space for connection, recognition, and shared celebration.

  • In-person retreats to build connection
  • Recognition program with peer & manager shout-outs & rewards
  • Celebrations for birthdays & milestones

Professional Wellbeing

We’re committed to helping you grow — with learning opportunities that build confidence, skills, and impact.

What makes Intrepid Ascent truly special is our shared commitment to doing important, meaningful work - and the sense of community we’ve built while doing it. Every day, I’m inspired by our team’s passion, resilience, and drive to challenge the status quo in service of something bigger than ourselves. It’s a place where people feel connected, supported, and proud to make a real impact together.

Danielle Carter
CEO