Bose Company Culture & Values

What values do you ideally want to see in an employer?

I recently joined Bose Corp. leading product and partnerships for our automotive division, and during my search it was paramount that I found a company with shared values and purpose. Bose’s values include being Interconnected, Empowered, leading with Ingenuity and operating with Tenacity. These ideals capture the kind of culture I want to both build and be part of — where individuals feel trusted to take ownership, respectfully challenge ideas, deeply collaborate with each other and our partners and where everyone brings persistence and heart to achieving shared goals. I feel so fortunate to have found a home at a company that understands that values and culture are just as critical to success as innovation and product excellence — because they’re what sustain and inspire people to do their best work every day. 

How does your employer show a commitment to some (or all) of these?

Bose demonstrates a strong commitment to these values in many ways, both formally and informally. Within our business unit, success depends on cross-functional collaboration with a wide range of internal stakeholders, navigating a complex landscape of suppliers, business clients and end consumers. This environment demands that we work closely together and pursue the best collective outcomes. What stands out most to me is how deeply our essence and values are embedded not just in our products and technology, but in how we operate and interact. It creates a culture of integrity, respect and pride in representing Bose and the power of sound. 

When I joined Bose a handful of months ago, I personally saw these values in action when I was immediately welcomed, respected and encouraged to contribute. In my second week, I participated in a vision workshop focused on shaping our future — a clear sign of a leadership team that values collaboration, self-awareness and continuous improvement. Their openness to diverse perspectives and willingness to challenge the status quo truly reflect our shared commitment to embodying Bose’s values in everything we do. 

Why is it important to you that your work (and workplace leaders) share these values?  

Over my career, I’ve come to realize how critically important it is for an employer to not only define its values but to have leaders who truly demonstrate and champion them. When leaders model these behaviors, it sets the tone for the entire culture and conversely — when they don’t — I’ve seen first-hand how quickly it can erode even the strongest foundations. 

My personal leadership approach is always anchored around being genuine, honest and transparent in all aspects of my work, welcoming challenges and feedback to help make myself and the team better. I focus on listening and collaborating, while also making strategic decisions that position my team and the company for success. I look for the same across my team — regardless of role or level. Sharing values and making them core to how you operate and what you expect and hold others accountable towards isn’t just aspirational — it’s essential for building a strong and lasting culture and company that people believe in.