Core values
Ten values. Written by the people who live them.
Fairway's core values were crafted with employee input — a reflection of what the team itself said mattered. They decide internal awards, #3 is not a typo — and #5 is the thesis this entire section is built on.
1 Humility first
2 Foster growth and knowledge
3 Have fun This one has an arcade
4 Create an amazing experience for you
5 Speed to respond Why this section is about speed
6 Seek wise counsel
7 Respect, listen and stay balanced
8 Committed to serve
9 Consistent, honest communication
10 Family focused
About value #3
We were told to have fun. We complied.
Companies put "integrity" on posters. Fairway put have fun in its official value system — so we built a Galaga-style arcade game into the recruiting section. High score bragging rights available at every Virtual Fairway Day.
100% confidential — always
Values look good on a wall. Ask how they feel on a Tuesday.
Julie Fry owns Fairway's culture — behind six straight USA TODAY Top Workplaces awards judged on confidential employee feedback. Ask her anything.