**LIVE from the Transform Conference in Las Vegas**

In this episode of Culture Uncovered, Jena Dunay sits down with Natalie Breece, Chief People Officer at ThredUp, to unpack what it actually looks like to grow a career inside a company that prioritizes learning, mobility, and trust.

Natalie shares how she went from building the recruiting function to becoming CPO, why saying yes to roles you’re not fully ready for can accelerate your career, and how ThredUp has maintained its culture through massive growth and going public.

They also get into how curiosity drives success at ThredUp, what “think big” looks like in real business decisions, and why initiatives like a four-day work week and internal career mobility aren’t just perks, they’re core to how the company operates.

What you’ll learn:

• What ThredUp actually does and how it became one of the largest online consignment platforms
• How Natalie Breece grew from recruiter to Chief People Officer internally
• Why saying yes to uncomfortable opportunities leads to the biggest career growth
• How ThredUp maintained its culture while transitioning from private to public
• What “think big” looks like in practice (not just as a value)
• What makes someone successful at ThredUp (and what doesn’t)

ThredUp Highlights:

• Founded: 2009
• Team Size: ~2,500 employees
• Headquarters: Oakland, California
• Other Locations: Scottsdale, Arizona + 4 U.S. distribution centers
• Workforce: ~80% distribution center employees
• Industry: Online resale (women’s and kids apparel)
• Culture: Learning-driven, collaborative, curious, growth-focused

Unique Perks & Programs:

• Four-day work week (company-wide, in place for several years)
• Strong internal mobility (many leaders have held 4+ roles internally)
• Career Compass (clear career pathing framework)
• Impact Leadership Institute (internal leadership development)
• BizUp program (cross-functional business learning experience)
• Emphasis on continuous learning, curiosity, and career growth

To learn more about ThredUp:

Careers Page (They’re hiring!)
LinkedIn Page
Natalie's LinkedIn