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Kay Piotrowski, a Customer Support Specialist II at GoDaddy, shares her journey and experiences since joining the company in 2021. Originally from Phoenix, Kay now lives in Tempe with her wife, child, and pets. She emphasizes the supportive culture at GoDaddy, which allows her to be her authentic self both personally and professionally.

Kay's career at GoDaddy began as a Website Specialist I, and she later transitioned to a Customer Support Specialist II. She is also an active member of the Employee Resource Group (ERG) GD United, which supports the LGBTQIA+ community. Highlights of her time at GoDaddy include winning the Rockstar award for Q3 2023 and participating in virtual events and the Phoenix Pride Parade.

Kay champions GoDaddy's role in empowering small businesses and entrepreneurs, while also pursuing her passions in software development and photography. She encourages allies to support the LGBTQIA+ community by being open and respecting people's authentic selves.

GoDaddy's 2023 Sustainability Report emphasizes a People-Centered Strategy, focusing on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). The report highlights GoDaddy's commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment, maintaining pay parity, and supporting diverse employee representation. Key initiatives in 2023 included developing gender transition resources, launching a DEIB speaker series, and forming a DEIB Steering Committee. The company also signed the CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion pledge. GoDaddy received recognition in the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index and the Women Impact in Tech list.

GoDaddy's latest press release features an interview with Chrisondra Gray, a Supervisor in the Care for Inbound Sales I department. Originally from Illinois, Chrisondra joined GoDaddy nearly 13 years ago and is now instrumental in onboarding and supporting new hires. She shares her journey from having tech confidence to becoming a key player in her department. The company’s supportive culture has allowed her to travel and spend time with family, contributing to her professional and personal growth. Chrisondra highlights the importance of embracing change, being coachable, and stepping out of comfort zones for success at GoDaddy.

GoDaddy featured on 'Tomorrow’s World Today' to highlight its latest innovation, GoDaddy Airo, a platform harnessing generative AI to empower small businesses. The episode aired on the Science Channel, Discovery Channel, and is available for streaming on YouTube and tomorrowsworldtoday.com. Airo helps users create professional websites, manage digital marketing, and expand their online presence quickly and easily. Despite the digital shift, 46% of small businesses in the U.S. lack a website. GoDaddy’s generative AI aims to simplify online setup. Key features include domain name suggestions, customized websites, marketing tools, and content generation. The episode also showcased a customer case study demonstrating Airo's efficiency.

GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY) announced the completion of refinancing and extension of its Tranche B-4 and Tranche B-6 term loans. The Eleventh Amendment to the credit agreement introduces a new $1 billion tranche of term loans maturing in 2031. The refinancing is intended to extend the maturity and lower the interest rates of the existing loans, with a 1.00% amortization rate per annum and first installment due by September 30, 2024. The new Applicable Margin is set at 1.75% for SOFR Loans and 0.75% for ABR Loans.

GoDaddy's 2023 Sustainability Report highlights the company's commitment to inclusivity and pay parity. Chief People Officer Monica Bailey emphasizes their mission to empower entrepreneurs and create an inclusive work environment. Notable achievements include attaining pay parity based on gender globally and ethnicity in the U.S., maintaining gender representation, and increasing representation of people of color. GoDaddy also saw significant gains in women in leadership and people of color in tech roles. Four new members joined the Executive Leadership Team through internal promotions, bringing diverse perspectives. The company continues to focus on mitigating bias and enabling equity in hiring, performance evaluations, compensation, and promotions.

Pittsburgh is experiencing a surge in microbusinesses, with Black women leading the charge.

Since the pandemic began in March 2020, 39% of new microbusinesses have emerged, and Allegheny County now hosts over 167,000 such businesses, nearly tripling since 2019.

Microbusinesses create approximately seven jobs each, contributing significantly to local employment and economy.

However, many entrepreneurs face challenges such as funding and lack of awareness of business assistance programs.

Organizations like Catapult Greater Pittsburgh help by providing resources and training. Venture Forward’s research shows Black women entrepreneurs have nearly doubled in Allegheny County since 2020, making significant economic contributions.

Digital presence is crucial, with 47% of women entrepreneurs operating online and many relying on their websites for sales and bookings.

GoDaddy's 2023 Sustainability Report highlights the company's commitment to innovation and customer focus through controlled experimentation and technological advancements. In 2023, GoDaddy conducted over 1,700 controlled experiments, a 33% increase from 2022, to develop integrated customer solutions. The company held 11 Experimentation Showcases where teams presented and reviewed innovative experiments. GoDaddy's Tech Manifesto, emphasizing principles like simplicity and connected data, was updated to incorporate emerging GenAI technology, enhancing transparency and collaboration through Tech Radar.

GoDaddy's 2023 Sustainability Report emphasizes its commitment to excellent customer experience and personalized support. In 2023, GoDaddy served 21 million customers, facilitated 8.5 million voice conversations, and engaged in nearly 5 million text interactions. The company received multiple awards, including the Stevie Bronze Award for Customer Service Team of the Year and the Stevie Gold Award for Sales and Customer Service. GoDaddy's customer service efforts are driven by dedicated GoDaddy Guides and a range of support channels, earning a Trustpilot score of 4.7 out of 5.0. Looking forward to 2024, GoDaddy plans to enhance customer engagement efficiency and leverage GenAI platforms.