The document introduces the team at Groopt, a software company, describing each member's role and background. It also provides information about Groopt's values and philosophy in using data to help groups achieve their goals. The document shares details about Groopt's history and growth since being founded in 2009.

1. CONGRATULATIONS
& welcome to groopt

2. MEET THE TEAM
the groopt troop
JOHN BARKER, software engineer (backend)
John is the lead architect behind Groopt’s backend infrastructure. He is constantly researching new and
improved technologies, helping him make the most informed decisions in developing the product. He has
experience creating successful products (7 of them) across multiple technologies, and Groopt is no exception.
John epitomizes the “Get Shit Done” attitude.
JORDAN PEASE, head of product
Jordan currently manages the development of Groopt’s flagship database product. He brings exceptional
management styles to both remote and local software teams, focusing on customer needs assessment to
drive the product. He is often found spending late nights handling quality assurance, pushing the product to
perfection using his obsessive attention to detail.
KURT UDE,software engineer (backend)
Kurt is a versatile engineer that masters everything put in front of him. There is not a bug or problem that can
stump him, and his solutions are elegant and well designed. In many ways Kurt is Groopt’s “jack of all trades,”
but his primary contribution is the top to bottom development of Groopt’s most sophisticated features.
NIK CROSSMAN, director of operations
Nik is the engine that keeps Groopt running. He manages everything operations while also finding time to
handle customer service, account management, sales, and HR. He lives a metrics based lifestyle, measuring
everything he gets his hands on, finding optimizations and efficiencies where none were thought possible. Nik
is up at 5am every morning prepared to tackle any obstacle.
PATRICK ALLEN, ceo
Patrick is Groopt’s key firestarter and hustler. If there is a deal that needs to get done, he’ll close it. His
interpersonal skills have allowed him to build an all-star team of seasoned developers and entrepreneurs,
even when resources were tight. Patrick has spearheaded the growth of the company’s ethos, which breed
pinnacle work product, job satisfaction, and has put Groopt in a position to build a billion dollar business.
GINNY HUNTER, company success
Ginny is the face of Groopt, managing all social media marketing, customer service, account management
and employee experience. Customers often refer to her as a life saver, miracle worker, or blessing, bringing
quick solutions to Groopt’s customers. Her energy and positive nature are a driving force of productivity in the
office.

3. HEART
Embrace each day with a true heart, guided by passion and integrity, all
else comes naturally.
GROOPT PHILOSOPHY
Helping groups leverage data to accomplish their civic, social,
faith and funding goals with elegantly designed software.
HAPPINESS
We are in the business of making a difference and improving our world,
but in all adventures, have fun and share the happiness while doing it.
CHALLENGE
We are trailblazers, creating a new path for others to follow. We
challenge the status quo. We challenge the “do nots.” We challenge
each other and mostly importantly, we challenge ourselves.
RESILIENCE
We are a driven team with our heart set on accomplishing our vision.
There will be no shortage of obstacles along our journey, but our
resilience will overcome the adversities and we, as a team, will prevail.
SERVICE
Our commitment to serve our clients, team and community improves the
lives of those we serve and upholds our civic duty to build a better world.

4. ADDRESS
1911 Addison Street, Suite 203
Berkeley, CA 94704
WIFI
Groopt_HQ
Webgreek_Reserve
WEBSITES
http://groopt.com
http://data.grooptcom
SOCIAL MEDIA
http://facebook.com/groopt
http://linkedin.com/company/groopt
http://twitter.com/groopt

5. GROOPT loves
ACCESS
desktop: http://slack.com.signin
laptop: download app for Mac
mobile: download app for iOs or Android
HACKS
keyboard shortcuts: http://bit.ly/1FRLlZR
commands: http://bit.ly/1yYqrI9
formatting: http://bit.ly/1zvAmDv
DO’s
stock up on GIFs
share articles you find interesting
use channel rooms accordingly
DONT’s
use @channel unless it’s pertinent
MO THE BOT
“mo image me…”
“mo animate me…”
“mo beer me…”
“mo map me…”
“mo mustache me”
“mo pug me”
“mo ship it”

6. 2004
Pat & Jordan are roommates freshmen
year at Cal
March 2009
WebGreek founded on
St. Patrick’s Day
January 2013
Broke ground on building
the database platform
February 2014
Launched Alpha version of database
December 2014
Close seed round of funding & move to
office in Berkeley
2007
In Florence, Italy Pat & Jordan
decide to start a company
May 2012
Rebranded to Groopt
You join the troop!
a brief HISTORY

7. GROOPT in the news
TechCrunch featured our sunglasses
in their 2014
Startup Fashion Collection
http://bit.ly/WxKLRF
Groopt and its fraternity roots were
highlighted in Business Insider
http://read.bi/1z0zc3y
Groopt’s interview appeared on
Entrepreneur
http://entm.ag/1hv2cYj

8. FIRST DAY schedule
9:00 AM
Meet your new desk & new coworkers!
Build your freak flag
11:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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2:00 PM
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4:00 PM
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9. WHAT TO bring
PROOF OF IDENTITY
please read this to see what you need: https://cloudup.com/cV9q1k_lWqF
DIRECT DEPOSIT
please bring your bank account number if you prefer direct deposit
BONUS
a smile and a good night’s rest… don’t worry, you got this!