Adrienne was a trailblazer in remote work, choosing to go remote-first at Finder US in 2016, well before it became widespread. From her cabin in rural San Diego, she built a high-performing, fully remote team, overcoming the challenges of recruiting on a startup budget. With no HR or recruiter, she created an entire recruiting and onboarding system, from writing job ads to training new hires. Her success in building a distributed team demonstrates her innovative approach to leadership and operations.

Adrienne excels at building ego-less, collaborative teams that thrive on psychological safety. By celebrating risks and mistakes, she ensures her team members feel safe to innovate and grow. Her focus on people development is central to her leadership philosophy—she’s a coach and empathetic supporter, always prioritizing individual and team growth. As a result, her teams consistently hit ambitious goals, with high retention rates and strong work ethics.

Adrienne’s ability to hit major metrics is a testament to her leadership. Her team at Finder US produced exceptional content that guided users through complex decisions. Known as the “best and hardest boss” by her reports, she sets high standards and holds her team accountable, achieving high manager ratings and strong results. Her knack for finding patterns in data and driving performance has been a cornerstone of her success.