Octane operates in markets where the growth potential is enormous, which means there’s tremendous opportunity for marketers. We sat down with Onaisa Landis, VP of Marketing, to hear her experience at the fast-growing fintech startup.
How would you describe Octane?
We move fast. We’re hungry for innovation and ideas. You can write your own storyline. You never know what tomorrow will bring.
Why did you choose Octane?
I had grown up in Fortune 500 Corporate America and was hungering for a more entrepreneurial setup, organization, and environment where I could help form the organizational identity rather than conform to the organizational identity. I also wanted to work somewhere that prioritized speed to market above all else.
It was also very clear to me that Octane had a bright future ahead and it was very exciting to be part of an organization where the growth potential was unlimited and I could be a part of it.
What has your experience at Octane been like so far?
It’s been empowering. When I joined, the marketing team was still establishing its role in driving Octane’s growth so it felt like the perfect time to step in and help shape that direction. The organization was welcoming to a marketing leader and hungry to showcase the many things it does that sets it apart, both as a service provider but also as an employer.
It’s been inspiring to determine what the future of marketing will look like, unleash our market potential, and shape our brand. And the journey has only just begun.
What do you like best about working at Octane?
The ability to solve problems every day. Everyone feels equally invested in Octane’s growth and success, which results in tremendous cross-functional partnership and people at all levels of the company feeling empowered to share their ideas to drive organizational growth.
What do we do better than anyone else?
We are incredibly nimble and effective at pivoting based on what the market is telling us. Our ability to be opportunistic and evolve our strategy based on what is and is not working has driven our success to date, and I have no doubt will continue to drive our success into the future.
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