Etsy
Etsy is a global online marketplace where people connect to buy, sell, and create unique, handcrafted goods.
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Description
Etsy is a global online marketplace where people connect to make, sell, buy, and collect unique items. The company’s mission is to “Keep Commerce Human,” emphasizing its commitment to supporting independent creators and fostering a community-driven experience. Etsy’s platform offers a wide range of handcrafted, vintage, and custom goods, appealing to buyers seeking one-of-a-kind items with a personal touch. Beyond its marketplace, Etsy is actively involved in social and environmental impact initiatives, including offsetting carbon emissions from shipping and advocating for policies that support small businesses.
Etsy's business model is based on empowering creative entrepreneurs. The company provides tools and resources for sellers to start and grow their businesses, including low fees, marketing support, and educational materials. Etsy also prioritizes the safety and security of its marketplace through initiatives like Purchase Protection for buyers and robust Trust & Safety measures. With a focus on both commercial success and ethical practices, Etsy aims to create a more vibrant and sustainable economy for independent creators and a more personalized and meaningful shopping experience for buyers.
Flexibility
Etsy offers a hybrid work model, allowing employees to choose from a variety of flexible work modes, including Local Hybrid (2 days per week in the office), Regional Hybrid (1 day per week in the office), Remote (2-6 times per year in the office), and fully remote depending on the role and the employee's preference and location. This provides employees with a great deal of autonomy and flexibility in how they work, ensuring a balance between collaborative in-office experiences and the ability to work remotely.
Benefits
Etsy offers a comprehensive global benefits package designed to support both the professional and personal lives of its employees. Benefits include equity, competitive salaries, performance bonuses, paid parental leave for all genders, adoption and family planning support, back-up care, volunteer time off, donation matching, employee resource groups, global virtual events, fitness benefits, wellness programming, and mental health benefits.
Mission
Etsy is a global online marketplace dedicated to "Keeping Commerce Human" by connecting millions of creative entrepreneurs with buyers seeking unique, handmade, vintage, and custom items. Their mission focuses on empowering small businesses and artisans to thrive while fostering a community that values human connection, creativity, and positive impact on society and the environment.
Culture
Etsy promotes a culture that values individuality, creativity, and a human touch. They emphasize building a strong community where employees feel empowered to come, stay, and thrive. Etsy's commitment to making a positive impact on the world is woven into their culture, with initiatives focused on social and environmental responsibility. They also embrace a hybrid work model, offering flexibility and autonomy to their employees.
DE&I
Etsy's approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion is rooted in their mission to "Keep Commerce Human." They prioritize creating a welcoming environment where employees feel empowered to come, stay, and thrive, regardless of their background. Their strategies focus on fostering a sense of belonging, leveling the playing field for opportunity, and making Etsy an attractive and inclusive home for diverse sellers and buyers. They strive to promote equitable access to economic opportunities and actively advocate for public policies that support this goal.