2. Our destiny is to become one of the world’s most connected and
important teams; a team known for making things better by
positively impacting lives today and those of generations to come.
Brad Jackson, CEO
3. We believe in a better tomorrow.
We believe the future belongs to the fearless.
We believe the best way to predict the future
is to make it ourselves.
4. We believe that creative forward-thinking about tomorrow
can inspire unprecedented and sustainable growth today–
for us, for our clients, and for our communities.
We believe that passionate self-starters bring people together,
embolden, inspire, and help create work environments that
are infectious, exciting, and exhilarating.
5. Helen Wong
Consultant
Slalom San Francisco
We believe that creating an environment where people can do the best work
of their lives is the best way to remain brave, to make a difference, and to instill
radical optimism throughout the organization.
We believe that a healthy balance between work and everyday life creates the
most motivated, efficient, and productive people. It’s this culture of happy,
generous solidarity that frees everyone to leave their marks on tomorrow–
and on their clients’ bottom lines. Moreover, such a vibrant, thriving workplace
engenders coworkers to take care of each other and bond more strongly with
their own communities.
We believe Slalom can be the best place–as well as the last place–
they’ll ever work.
People grow best in the right environment.
6. We believe that history is a teacher, not a template.
Every day presents an opportunity to progress,
to change for the better,
to help others change for the better.
It takes relentless passion.
Fearless challenging.
Humble confidence.
Authentic vision.
Honest expression.
And inspired optimism.
The status quo is old news.
Slalom Toronto, opening 2015
1995
SEATTLE
The company expands by
opening Seattle office.
1993
BEGINNINGS
Accounting Quest founded in
Denver by Brad Jackson offering
placement services focused on
accounting and finance.
Troy Johnson joins the firm in the
first few months of operations.
1999 2000 2001
TWO DEGREES FRIENDS AND FAMILY JOHN TOBIN
Accounting Quest changes
name to Two Degrees.
Attempts but fails to enter
the consulting business.
Brad reaches out to friends
and family and assumes
great personal debt to keep
business alive.
John Tobin comes on board
to build Two Degrees
Consulting practice–
focusing on management
consulting. John defines the
company core values.
7. We believe the future is an inside job. When we shape and take
ownership of it, it immediately gets brighter. And that shine
enlightens every single person we come in contact with.
The future is a growth business and the stratosphere is the limit.
A great future, like a great partnership, must be nurtured,
protected, cared for. It can never be taken for granted.
We believe that what the future has in store for you depends
very much on what you have in store for the future.
The future: Love it. Or fix it.
2004
CHICAGO
The company opens a second
office in Chicago.
This marks the beginning of
the company’s growing
national presence.
2003
TECHNOLOGY
Tom Chew joins the
company to design
and build
Technology solutions.
2005 2006 2007
EQUITY EXPANSION SLALOM
Tony Rojas joins and
leads internal
equity program.
The company opens
offices in
San Francisco, Denver,
Portland, and Atlanta.
Two Degrees Consulting
changes name to Slalom.
Slalom Dallas opens.
8. The work we do today has the potential to be the most meaningful of our lives.
Which makes every yesterday a dream of happiness and every tomorrow a vision of
hope. It’s time to unleash the passion within. It’s time to lead with your heart and
your head to do the brave work that makes a difference.
It’s time to leave your mark by helping our clients leave theirs.
We are Slalom. Love your future.
Your calling is calling.
Slalom sponsors TrailBlaze the City, a 10K charity race in San Francisco.
2010
RECOGNITION
Slalom wins Best Place to
Work award from Consulting
Magazine and Glassdoor as
well as Microsoft’s Partner of
the Year award.
2008
SOCAL
Slalom opens office in
Southern California.
John Tobin wins
Ernst & Young Entrepreneur
of the Year award.
2011 2012 2013
NATIONAL NORTHEAST OWNERSHIP
Slalom opens offices
in New York City
and Hartford.
Slalom launches National
Delivery Network.
Slalom continues
northeast expansion,
opens Boston office.
Slalom creates 2013 fund
to expand
employee ownership.
Minneapolis office opens.
9. We take our core values very seriously. We use them to
guide how we work and interact with our clients and
each other. They’re not a list of words that sit in a binder
on a shelf. They’re an active part of everything we do.
The values that motivate our people and drive our
business are living and breathing guides to success.
The approach that we talk is unquestionably the way
we walk. At its heart lies respect for each individual.
Our Core
10. do what is right, always.
If ideas, thoughts and actions
don’t originate with authentic
truth, honesty and consideration,
they don’t belong. There is no
place at Slalom for insincerity,
deceit or artifice. Period.
John Tobin
Co-Founder and President of North America
11. drive connection and teamwork.
We collaborate together.
We root for each other.
We understand the power of working as one.
The Machine, Project “Puppy”
Slalom Atlanta
12. Inspire passion and adventure.
When we have the courage
to pursue our life’s passions,
we give the courage
to others to pursue theirs.
Life offers no greater adventure.
River Rafting during annual retreat,“Reboot”
Slalom National Delivery Team
13. take ownership. get it done.
Success isn’t someone else’s job. Take charge.
Move ahead. To say to ourselves, “I can do
something” always solves more than saying,
“Something must be done.”
Dave Uhler
National Director of Research and Development
IWNY Panelist, Supplying the Demand: Providing Service in Digital
14. stay humble and curious.
We believe in leaders who serve their followers.
We’re willing to take on any challenge.
We prefer “us” instead of “me.”
George Ghali
Managing Director
Slalom Seattle
Diving a shipwreck off the coast of Oahu
15. We allow and encourage everyone to be
his or her true, genuine selves.
We respect and admire individuality.
100CORPORATE
EQUALITY
INDEX SCORE
“Slalom GLASS has brought a level of energy to our markets, deepening the connection of
our LGBT and Allied employees to our community and each other. Whether it’s an LGBT
networking event, giving back to our communities, or just getting together for fun,
GLASS enhances the Slalom work experience for everyone.”
— Rick Rankin, Managing Director, Slalom Southern California
celebrate authenticity.
16. More often than not, the creative
process is a complicated exercise
that demands a lot of candlepower
and sweat. However, if the end
result is great work, it is always
worth the time and effort.
Adam Barley
Consultant
National Corporate Citizenship Lead
focus on outcomes.
17. We give our people the opportunity
to become their very best selves.
We challenge the status quo.
We bring inventive, original and
useful ideas to life.
fuel growth and innovation.
“We’ve invested in technologies and
expert teams that help us build and deliver
solutions that really improve our clients’ businesses.”
—Ian Cook, Managing Director, Slalom National
18. The way ahead is forward.
Every day presents an opportunity to
improve on yesterday. Always keep your
eyes on the horizon and your feet
on the ground.
Eric Booth
Practice Area Lead
Slalom National
Habitat for Humanity
build and shape a better future.
19. We never forget to enjoy the journey we are on.
We celebrate victories. We have fun.
We understand that happiness isn’t our goal—
it’s a byproduct of our attitude.
ShaJra Austin
Talent Acquisition Senior Manager
Slalom Houston
smile.
20. Together, we will design the consulting model of the future.
We will help the world’s most influential organizations
solve the biggest problems and be known for creating
amazing outcomes.
Together, we will establish a local Slalom office in each of
the world’s major metropolitan areas; and build the world’s
most connected company.
Together, we will become the most impactful place that
any of us will ever work.
Our Vision
2014
FORWARD
Slalom opens offices in Houston,
Phoenix, and Silicon Valley.
Slalom opens first
international office in London.
21. We’re helping
redesign the way
doctors perform
open heart surgery.
We’re helping
ease the burden
of kidney dialysis
treatment.
22. Neel Sata
Client Service Lead
Slalom New York
We’re helping design
ways to pay for
anything, anywhere
with your phone.
23. Jessica Radford
Talent Acquisition Manager
Slalom Boston
We’re helping ensure that
the healthy foods you
want are waiting for you
at your grocery store.
