Login Our Culture Every aspect of the Sands Capital culture is geared toward delivering strong results for our clients. As Sands Capital has grown over the years, we have remained focused on protecting a client-centered, research-driven environment where our people can contribute collectively to add value for clients. We believe many success factors, including our philosophy and approach, create the lasting culture of Sands Capital and provide a clear competitive advantage for our clients. Investing is a Team Sport Our Purpose Our purpose is to fulfill our mission and achieve positive outcomes for our stakeholders. For clients: We enable clients to fulfill their missions which include providing sustainable and better retirements, better healthcare, innovative research, and charitable works for a better world. For society: We perform an important function of allocating capital to businesses that innovate, solve problems, and improve billions of peoples’ lives by offering better products and service to the global economy, creating jobs, tax revenue, and institutions that enhance civil society. For our people: We create a dynamic work environment that challenges them to bring forth their best creative talents, experience fulfillment, and grow in a supportive culture. We value and appreciate every member of our team. Core Values These are some attributes that we hold in high regard and believe are critical for high-performing teams that add value over the long term. Integrity & Trust Do what is right, not what is popular. Deliver on commitments. Client-Centered Always act in the best interest of our clients. Commitment to Excellence Strive to learn and improve. Implement best practices. Supporting Values Focus Identify and concentrate on what matters. Long-Term Perspective Appreciate that time allows sound decisions to demonstrate their worth. Avoid short-term thinking. Independent Thinking Have the courage to develop and articulate your own convictions. Debate others openly and honestly. Teamwork Collaborate to gather facts, develop perspective, build conviction and support timely decision making. Positive “Can-Do” Attitude Demonstrate a willingness to tackle any task. Graciousness Reflect kindness and courtesy at all times. Balance Enjoy your work while balancing professional activities with interests beyond the firm. Related Articles Culture Assessing the Foundation We complement our bottom-up business-model research with macroeconomic frameworks to seek outstanding businesses. Learn more Learn more Culture The Power of Concentration We believe concentrated ownership is the best way to create meaningful wealth over time. Learn more Learn more Sands Capital 1000 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 3000 Arlington, Virginia 22209 USA 1.703.562.4000 Contact Us Staff Resources | Careers | Terms & Conditions | Cookies | UCITS Document Library | Disclosures Sands Capital is an active, long-term investor in leading innovative businesses globally. Our approach combines analytical rigor and creative thinking to identify high-quality growth businesses that are creating the future. Through an integrated investment platform spanning venture capital, growth equity and public equity, we provide growth capital solutions to institutions and fund sponsors in more than 40 countries. An independent, staff-owned firm founded in 1992 with offices in the Washington, D.C. area and Singapore, Sands Capital managed more than USD $80 billion in client assets as of September 30, 2021. © 2021 Sands Capital Management. All Rights Reserved. For institutional and professional investors only.