Yes, your company book club can have a Halloween plot twist and your PTO can include random “Take a Breath” days!

Meet LifeSpeak, the wellness-first SaaS company where collaboration isn’t just talk and every remote employee really does have a voice, whether you’re dialing in from Toronto or Minnesota. In this episode, Jena sits down with Amanda Martel, Director of Human Resources, to dig into what it’s like working for a team that makes well-being and connection part of everyday work.

What you’ll learn:

• How LifeSpeak evolved from mental health to a holistic digital wellness platform for organizations and individuals
• The reality of building a collaborative, innovative culture in a remote setup
• Perks like flexible unlimited time off, well-being resources for employees, and company-wide unplug days
• Structure, roles, where the team is growing, and what Amanda looks for in applications

LifeSpeak highlights:

Founded: Over 20 years ago
Team Size: About 130 employees in Canada and the US
HQ: Toronto, hub in Minnesota
Work Model: Remote-first
Culture: Collaborative, innovative, and wellness-focused
Perks: LifeSpeak resources for employees, unlimited flexible time off, “Take a Breath” days, book club and sports chat channels

To learn more about LifeSpeak:

• Careers Page (They're hiring!)
• Linkedin Page
• Amanda's Profile