What does the Equinix culture look like in action? On July 23, we hosted an event for HR professionals to get a unique behind-the-scenes look at the way we live our values every day. It was a night all about real conversations, authentic connections, and showing up as we are.
Guests got to hang out with some of our amazing HR leaders, swap stories, and get a feel for what makes the Equinix culture tick. The heart of the event was our Culture in Action panel. It was honest and full of those moments where you find yourself nodding and thinking, “Yes. That’s exactly it.”
The panel featured Alina Alvi, Chris Yates, Alexander Gasmena, Marc Mondesir, and Anu Ojo—each bringing their own unique perspective as panelists who live and breathe our culture every day. Our panelists talked about the messy, beautiful, human side of building culture and how it shows up in the little things we do consistently.
And because the panel was packed with gems, here’s a roundup of the quotes that really hit home:
Create Clarity Always
Clarity builds trust, reduces friction, and helps people feel safe.
"Trust has three components: empathy, clarity, and authenticity. I audit for all three." — Marc Mondesir on building trust in teams
Keep Customers at the Center
Whether internal or external, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Culture is no exception.
"The say-do ratio matters. What comes out of your mouth should match the lived experience." — Chris Yates on leadership authenticity
Take Accountability
We don’t wait for culture to happen - we own it. We shape it through our actions, our choices, and our consistency.
"Our culture doesn’t happen to us. We create it, define it, and make sure it shows up every day." — Brandi Galvin Morandi on intentional culture-building
"Culture isn't just what we say, it's what we do. It evolves with us." — Alina Alvi on how culture is shaped by everyday actions
Adapt with Speed
Culture isn’t static. It grows with us, and the small things we do can drive big change.
"Small things, done consistently at scale, are what truly shape culture." — Chris Yates explaining the power of habit-based transformation
Foster Belonging
At Equinix, belonging is a lived experience. It’s about creating space where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
"Fostering belonging isn’t just a value—it’s a way of life. It’s how we show up for each other." — Anu Ojo on the importance of inclusion
"Culture in action is when values like inclusion, growth, and collaboration show up in real, tangible ways." — Alina Alvi reflecting on how culture becomes lived experience
This event was a reminder that culture is ingrained in everything. It's in the conversations we have, the trust we build, and the way we lean into authenticity, even when things get tough. That’s what makes the Equinix culture real. Huge thanks to everyone who joined us, shared their voice, and helped make the day so special. We're proud to be a workplace where you can be you.
- Life at Equinix