Pros
When I joined prAna, it was a thriving, mission-driven company with an incredible culture and sense of purpose. I felt proud to be part of it. Over time, however, the company lost its way, struggling to define its identity and adapt to an increasingly competitive market.
Former PROS: (no longer valid)
-Passionate, talented teams who genuinely care about sustainability and design
-Strong brand legacy and beautiful product foundation
-Supportive peers and creative, collaborative work environment (at least historically)
-Generous employee discount and connection to an active lifestyle community
Kontras
-Frequent executive turnover and shifting strategies led to confusion and instability
-Reliance on outside brand consultants without consistent follow-through
-Significant loss of institutional knowledge due to repeated layoffs of long-term employees
-Limited opportunities for career growth or advancement
-Struggling to maintain clear direction and brand identity in a challenging market