What it means to lead with values at ThoughtSpot
At ThoughtSpot, “culture” is not a slogan. It’s our values in motion.
It shows up in our everyday work: the tradeoffs we make, the way we support each other, and the choices that keep customers at the center. Culture is how we operate when no one is watching, not what we write down in decks or docs.
From day one, Selfless Excellence has anchored who we are. It is the mindset behind our belief that we’re only 2% done. It is also why we keep pushing ourselves to dream bigger, move faster, and win together.
Over the last year, we made that commitment even more tangible with the launch of The Icon Awards, a program designed to recognize Spotters who consistently live our values.
Each Icon Award reflects one of our core values: Trust, Customer Obsession, Innovation, and Intensity. The Spotters we’re celebrating do more than deliver–they raise the bar, they bring others with them, and they make our values feel real.
Here is what the 2026 Q2 Icon Award winners had to say:
Trust Icon Award Winner: Anusha Raman, Head of Operational Planning, Finance
Thank you for this meaningful recognition. I am honored to accept the FY26 Q2 Icon Award for Trust. Building trust, acting with integrity, and fostering an inclusive environment are values I strive to uphold every day. Our collective team creates a space where everyone feels safe to contribute, take risks, and deliver meaningful outcomes. I am grateful for the support and collaboration of my colleagues, and I look forward to continuing our shared commitment to trust and excellence at ThoughtSpot.
Customer Obsession Icon Award Winner: Kieran McMenamin, Senior Commercial Account Manager
Winning this award is a proud moment because I believe our success is a direct reflection of the value we unlock for our partners. To me, Customer Obsession is about building a foundation of trust so our customers feel heard, supported, and empowered to innovate. I’m grateful for the recognition and excited to keep pushing the boundaries of what we can achieve together with our Customers.
Innovation Icon Award Winner: Carley Pierce, Manager, Content Marketing
When I first started at ThoughtSpot 3.5 years ago, I remember learning about these awards, looking up to the winners, and thinking, "Someday, I hope I can be one of them."
Today, I feel incredibly honoured to join that legacy. But it's not just the award; the work is also rewarding. When people ask me which B2B marketing teams are delivering differentiated, innovative content, I proudly point to this team and what we're building. That's the greatest gift of all.
Intensity Icon Award Winner: Anshul Mehta, Product Manager II
Deeply grateful to be recognized with the Intensity Award! I always approach work with great passion and try to move with high velocity, and getting recognized for these values is truly special. Also grateful to my team, as this award also represents the team’s commitment to speed, synergy, and pushing limits. This is a huge motivation to keep charging forward with more intensity.
Check back in next quarter to scope out the next class of Icon Award Winners–Spotters who not only live our values, but set the standard for what it means to be truly iconic.
