Luke Sandmann Joins The Org as its Monetization Focused Research Analyst | The Org
Team announcement
Luke Sandmann is the most recent addition to The Org’s research department, which he joined in April 2022 as a Research Analyst, Monetization. In this role, Luke is responsible for increasing the value of The Org’s data, building and maintaining company org charts, providing the data required to deliver The Org’s monetized products and augmenting metadata that exists on The Org’s platform.
“What excites me most about The Org’s mission for transparency is increased accountability. When this vision comes to fruition, organizations and the individuals that comprise them can be held responsible for the services and disservices they impose on broader society,” Luke said. “Overall, The Org serves a very healthy purpose for the corporate ecosystem and I’m thankful to have the opportunity to make a tangible impact in this respect.”
In addition to all that Luke contributes to The Org as a research analyst, he has also balanced his work with his studies. A full-time student during his initial time with The Org, Luke graduated in June 2022 from Union College in Schenectady, NY, where he studied philosophy with a concentration in logic and ethics and a minor in environmental policy. Upon graduation, Luke joined The Org full time. Besides looking forward to moving to New York City, another big reason that Luke is excited about working at The Org is its values and company culture.
“Our value ‘be a contrarian’ really resonates with me. I find that my first idea is seldom my best idea and while it isn’t necessarily wrong, I am often aware that it isn’t optimal. I believe I am best suited to success in environments where an idea is a collaborative experience. A new perspective challenges me to look at things in a new light and reach for the stones I didn’t turn the first time around,” Luke said. “There is a particular intentionality in maintaining the values at The Org and I’m very excited to be a part of this culture.”
Outside of work, Luke is passionate about many things. First and foremost, he is an avid fan of breakfast foods — which he attributes to his time working at a mom-and-pop-style diner throughout high school. Additionally, Luke is passionate about music and reading, with Sticky Fingers and The Shins among his current favorite artists, and Malcolm Gladwell as his favorite author. Lastly, he enjoys staying active and being outdoors with activities such as backpacking and canoe camping, playing tennis and basketball, “despite not being particularly good at either,” and skiing, which he began practicing at only five years old.
“One important lesson I’ve learned from skiing is to enjoy the process. Skiing can be a discouraging sport for many because you can train hard every day for a month only to wipe out after the third gate come race day,” Luke said. “However, if you can’t find fulfillment in the month leading up to race day, you’re bound to be miserable as a ski racer. I’ve tried to make this outlook a constant in other aspects of my life.”
Originally published at https://theorg.com on June 27, 2022.
