I also worked at a company that was similar to the Creo story above.
This was a High Frequency Market making company, total employees ~ 250. "Flat" management, nobody had titles, just responsibilities. Everyone understood the mission and goals. Everyone was highly compensated and empowered to make important decisions without explicit approval.
The whole thing fell apart when the company grew and finally failed when merged with another larger competitor.
These great orgs only last when they are kept small.
This was a High Frequency Market making company, total employees ~ 250. "Flat" management, nobody had titles, just responsibilities. Everyone understood the mission and goals. Everyone was highly compensated and empowered to make important decisions without explicit approval.
The whole thing fell apart when the company grew and finally failed when merged with another larger competitor.
These great orgs only last when they are kept small.