Cultivating Success: Roland Davidson on Applied Digital’s Teamwork Ethos

Roland Davidson, EVP of Engineering and Design at Applied Digital, discusses the company’s culture, tracing its roots back to the ethos instilled by founders West and Jason. He describes the company as a collective of hardworking individuals who are committed to ‘figuring it out’ and getting things done without any pretenses. Davidson highlights the egalitarian nature of the workplace, where everyone, regardless of their position, contributes significantly and works diligently. He also emphasizes the open and safe environment that allows for tough, constructive conversations and healthy debates. This culture of open dialogue and mutual support, according to Davidson, is crucial in achieving outstanding results, as exemplified by the success of the Garden City project.

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