The Real Engine Behind Our Growth: People

by Edwin Martin, Basys President

Why We Take Hiring Personally

At Basys, we believe hiring is the most important thing we do.

Great companies don’t happen by chance—they’re built with intention, starting with the right people. Our success isn’t about a single product, strategy, or market trend. It’s about the team we’ve assembled, the values we uphold, and the way we work every day.

That’s why, as leaders, if we get only one thing right, it should be hiring. You can be average at everything else, but if you consistently hire the right people, great results will follow. Every success we’ve had at Basys ties back to our people. And when we see challenges arise, we can almost always trace them back to a lapse in our hiring focus.

Early in my career, a mentor gave me advice that stuck with me: leadership isn’t complicated, but it is hard. For me, it comes down to four things:

1. Hire the right people.
2. Set clear expectations.
3. Train them well.
4. Hold them accountable.

But here’s the truth: If you don’t get #1 right, the rest doesn’t matter.

How Basys Hires—and Why It Matters

Hiring isn’t just about filling a role. It’s about finding people who align with our values, our culture and our long-term vision.

We hire the way we lead—thoughtfully, strategically and with a long game view. Here’s what that looks like:

• We get crystal clear on what the role requires, not just in terms of skills and experience, but also personality traits and working styles that will thrive at Basys.
• We take a rigorous, value-first approach to interviewing – prioritizing culture fit and long-term potential as much as technical qualifications.
• Our HR and leadership teams partner closely to stay aligned at every step.
• Before we extend an offer, we build a tailored development plan based on everything we’ve learned—because hiring is just the start of investing in our people.

This process takes time. And yes, we’ve had candidates drop out because of it. But that’s a trade-off we’re willing to make – because hiring right protects the standard we’ve worked so hard to build. And we owe that to the exceptional team we already have.

The Basys Standard: Shared Values, Lasting Impact

Our hiring philosophy is simple: we look for people who believe in what we believe in.

We believe in integrity, accountability and raising the bar for excellence. We believe that when our team thrives, our clients thrive. And we believe long-term success—whether for our company, our people or our partners—comes from doing things the right way, not the easy way.

That same mindset extends to our partners and clients. If you care about building real relationships, delivering meaningful service and playing the long game—then we’re the right fit for you.

So, whether you’re looking for a place to grow your career or a partner that operates with the same principles you do, Basys is built for people like you.

This is who we are. This is how we work. And if that resonates with you, we’d love to connect.