Cultivating Success: The HIVED journey

17% of our depot and office team initially started as drivers and whilst our HIVED team continues to grow, we want to celebrate and reflect upon those who have started in the delivery team and have found their passion in wider areas of the company. 

Tanbir Shahnur, Operations Manager at HIVED, first joined the delivery team in 2022. His HIVED journey began after being drawn to the “exciting potential of a startup where every idea and effort can have a tangible impact” and further reflected upon his journey through the business.

“The leadership has been instrumental in my development” he shared, especially the “commitment to mentoring and empowerment. I love HIVED’s supportive culture; it promotes continuous growth. Being in an environment that prioritises collaboration and development inspires me to strive for success every day.”

"Being in an environment that prioritises collaboration and development inspires me to strive for success every day." - Tanbir Shahnur

Tanbir’s experiences he gained whilst delivering have translated into valuable knowledge in his current role of Operations Manager that now contributes towards supporting our delivery team’s success.

Another spotlight is on Kevin Smith, who was one of the very first employees at HIVED and started as a cyclist in 2021. Since then, Kevin has excelled through his career, currently focusing on building out our revenue protection department. With continuous support, Kevin quickly transitioned from his role as a cyclist into strategic positions within the company, where his first-hand experience on the road has been invaluable. 

As HIVED has continued to grow, Kevin reflected on how his journey began: “What immediately stood out was that there was not a single delivery done with a regular combustion engine, and seeing that every day we continue to have a bigger and bigger influence on moving the needle to reduce pollution. Plus, we get to do it in a way that also makes life easier for customers in an industry that is notoriously mediocre when it comes to customer satisfaction”.

"From the moment I joined HIVED, I've been exposed to so many opportunities to learn and grow. It's difficult to imagine what other job would've allowed for personal & professional growth at this rate and of this magnitude”. - Kevin Smith

HIVED’s culture of problem-solving and empowerment encourages each team member to leverage their unique experiences to make a wider impact. Kevin’s story, much like Tanbir’s, displays the power of internal progression at HIVED, whilst highlighting the growth that we have experienced within the parcel delivery space.

Our delivery team is an essential part of how we are promoting a future of modern-day deliveries which is important as we work towards making an impact. Whilst our growth and success only continue as we keep innovating and disrupting the parcel industry, we remain focused in our commitment to our most valuable asset: our team.