Raising children throws you into a new world no book or class can prepare you for. Stephen Sun, Security GRC Team Lead at EarnIn, finds solace and community in EarnIn’s Family First Employee Resource Group among other parents and caregivers sharing their experiences with each other. How has EarnIn’s parent and caregiver ERG, Family First, supported you? It provides a space where I can connect with other parents, share experiences, and get advice from others who truly understand the challenges and joys of raising kids. Whether it’s talking about sleep training, daycare struggles, or sharing a funny story, this ERG creates a more supportive and inclusive workplace. Can you share any insight as a new father that has impacted you? Being a new parent helps put things into perspective quickly in terms of what is truly important in life, what it means to be present, and to be deliberate about how you spend your time. Small moments—like reading a bedtime story or hearing my child laugh—carry so much weight now. What is your favorite thing about working here? EarnIn is a results-oriented company and provides the flexibility I need to be present for my family. This flexibility allows me to be an engaged parent while also performing at a high level professionally. Knowing that I can step away when my family needs me makes a huge difference in my work experience.
If you’re looking for some inspiration to keep your New Year’s resolutions going, talk to Pablo Andrade, Software Engineer at EarnIn. We did — and learned about his goals and how he’s sticking with them. As we welcome the new year, what are your goals for 2025? I’m looking forward to achieving new milestones with my weightlifting and am eager to deepen my understanding of finances. Professionally, I’m excited to keep modernizing EarnIn’s Signup and Login experience! What’s one lesson you’ve learned in the past year that you’ll carry forward? It’s best to launch and iterate rather than try to get it perfect at first. Getting feedback after launching a product is more valuable than trying to predict what the customer's behavior will be. How do you plan on keeping your New Year’s resolutions? I think it’s important to plan our personal goals before the end of January. There will always be hurdles along the way, but if the goal is clearly set then one can maneuver through. Well put, Pablo. If you’re looking to make moves toward your goals in 2025 too, EarnIn is hiring. Check out our careers page for more info on opportunities: https://bit.ly/48iksmZ
The holidays are here — and sometimes the simplest traditions can be the most meaningful. We sat down with Kim Trometer, Fraud Dispute Operations Manager, and Calvin Chu, Sr. Product Manager, at EarnIn to hear about theirs. See more on LinkedIn!
Volunteering keeps so many communities ticking. For this International Volunteer Day, we sat down with Lara Owens, CFCS, CRCM, Enterprise Risk Management Specialist at EarnIn, and chatted about her volunteer work with young children and how that community has improved her life both personally and professionally. Where do you volunteer and what keeps you motivated? I volunteer at our local school during the summer months through the non-profit my husband and I created, Future Community Leaders. What motivates me is seeing a child light up with wonder and curiosity because they’ve experienced something new and can see that the world is bigger than their immediate surroundings. How has volunteering impacted you? Through volunteering, I have learned to always be curious. As we grow up we lose some of our wonder and become quick to form opinions. Children do not have those biases yet. They are accepting of everyone until they are taught not to be. They can teach us all to be more loving and accepting. Are there any skills you’ve gained through volunteering that have helped you at EarnIn? I’ve learned to be vulnerable. Children are unfiltered and honest, and they tell you exactly what they think. Being open to their perspectives is critical to connecting with them. This has also taught me to be vulnerable with my ideas and open to feedback from my colleagues. I value their perspectives and appreciate that EarnIn fosters an environment of curiosity. See more on LinkedIn!
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and gratitude is in the air... After delivering a much-talked-about presentation at a recent off-site, we’re especially grateful for EarnIn CFO, Jacopo Lenzi, right now. So we caught up with him about what he’s thankful for — in life and at EarnIn. Why did you decide to join EarnIn? I had the opportunity to join a company that has an amazing product fit, has fostered a passionate community of customers, and is aiming to re-align financial service to the actual needs of customers (not self-serving business models)… Yes, please. What are you most thankful for so far at EarnIn? The amazing support and patience (lots of patience) of those around me. EarnIn is a very welcoming environment. Despite me being the new guy in town, folks kindly limit their eye-rolls at my obvious questions and wacky ideas, while showing a healthy willingness to reconsider old “truths”. Might be because I’m the CFO and their budget is at stake. But I prefer to think that it is because I work in an awesome work environment. What's your favorite Thanksgiving memory or tradition? When I started dating my now wife, she was working in the restaurant industry. My first real Thanksgiving was having a bunch of haute cuisine chefs in our tiny home kitchen whipping up a ridiculously awesome meal while chatting, drinking, and just being happy... Read more on LinkedIn!
Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights, a five-day celebration with friends and family during which people light candles, watch fireworks, and enjoy delicious treats. We caught up with Venkatesh, our Staff Machine Learning Engineer in Bengaluru, and discussed his plans for Diwali and his favorite family traditions around the holiday. How do you celebrate Diwali, and what does it mean for you? As a kid and even now, Diwali has always been my favorite festival. I remember my mom waking up early to perform Lakshmi Puja, and the house would fill with the aroma of sweets she made, especially ariselu, a traditional South Indian sweet. A big part of our tradition is also praying to our elders and Lord Vishnu. Diwali holds a deep meaning for us, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance, through the story of Lord Krishna and Goddess Satyabhama defeating Narakasura. Diwali often represents new beginnings and growth. Have you celebrated any milestones during the festival this year? This year feels particularly special as I recently got married and will celebrate my first Diwali with my better half. Are there any special decorations you look forward to? We light diyas, traditional diyas made of clay, all around the house and decorate the puja room with lots of flowers during the Laxmi puja in the morning. We also make rangoli in front of the house with diyas surrounding the rangoli. See more on LinkedIn!
Global Diversity Awareness Month reminds us of the countless ways diversity is critical to growth, culture, and innovation. No one at EarnIn is better suited to discuss this than Danette Buie, Ed.D., our Senior People Practices Partner. Read on to learn how she’s approaching diversity in the workplace these days. What does Global Diversity Month mean to you? I always enjoy participating in Global Diversity Awareness Month because it reminds us of how our unique ethnicities, cultures, heritages, experiences, abilities, and many other identities influence how we see and interact with the world. This month is a chance to reflect on how our diverse backgrounds help us build a more inclusive and understanding society. It’s our differences that help us create deeper understanding and stronger connections. How do you embrace diversity in your personal and professional life? I embrace diversity by actively seeking out and learning from different perspectives. Engaging with people from diverse backgrounds expands my understanding and helps me grow, as these varied experiences shape how I see the world and how I contribute to it. What advice would you give to someone who wants to contribute to creating a more inclusive and diverse environment at work? See more on LinkedIn!
World Mental Health Day is a great day to remind us how important it is to recharge — and that it’s not a one-person job. We sat down with Viki Lin, CSM, Senior Executive Assistant at EarnIn, to discuss Mindful Mates, EarnIn’s Employee Resource Group focused on mental health, and how important mental wellbeing is to her. How do you prioritize your mental health, both in and outside work? I consciously make an effort to set aside time every day to do something that helps me unwind and recharge, whether that’s reading, working out, or crafting. How has Mindful Mates impacted you, and what do you hope it achieves moving forward? As a lead of Mindful Mates, it has profoundly impacted my experience at EarnIn by allowing me to help create a supportive environment prioritizing mental and physical well-being. Looking ahead, we hope to scale the impact of Mindful Mates by fostering an environment where mental health is prioritized, openly discussed, and understood. By further normalizing conversations around mental health, we aim to reduce stigma and help cultivate a culture where everyone feels empowered to seek support, share their experiences, and celebrate their wellness journeys. Our goal is to ensure that mental health becomes an integral part of our overall culture, where every employee feels seen, supported, and valued as they prioritize their well-being at EarnIn. See more on LinkedIn!
From September 15 to October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month honors Spanish-speaking people and communities across America. We talked with Jazmin Salinas, Legal & Regulatory Affairs Chief of Staff at EarnIn, about why the month matters to her and how the Hispanic community plays a vital role in shaping our industry. What does Hispanic Heritage Month mean to you? Hispanic Heritage Month holds profound significance for me. This month allows me to honor the sacrifices of those who came before me — my parents, grandparents, and ancestors — who worked tirelessly, often in the face of adversity, to build a foundation for future generations. Their perseverance and determination have deeply shaped who I am and how I approach my work. How do you feel seeing more Hispanic leaders emerging in various industries? It’s inspiring, as it reflects progress in diversity and inclusion. It shows that barriers are being broken, offering the next generation of role models while enriching industries with fresh perspectives and ideas. See more on LinkedIn!
With our recent incorporation efforts allowing EarnIn to directly hire employees in Mexico City, Mexican Independence Day has never meant more to us. 🇲🇽 So we sat down with Kevin Gamboa, Software Engineer in our Mexico City office, to talk about how he celebrates the historic day and how our CDMX office is creating new opportunities in fintech for locals. What significance does Mexican Independence Day hold in Mexican culture? Besides the historical significance, we love that date because we have parties with family and friends, sing classic Mexican songs, have a blast with the traditional “pozole,” and at midnight we do the “Grito de Independencia.” It’s a fun day. Is there a favorite memory you associate with it? When I was at school, we had a parade in which all the boys and girls participated, either by dancing or doing other activities. They dressed us in typical clothes from those times, which gave a special touch to the event. It was really fun and made us feel very patriotic. What about EarnIn's office in Mexico excites you most? It gives more opportunities to Mexican people to find a good place to work and show how talented we are. The fact that more Mexican engineers will join the team and will be able to experience the great culture that Earnin has to offer. See more on LinkedIn...
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