Our people are our strength

Introducing the heartbeat of Elsevier - some of our amazing people and a symphony of their Elsevier Experience stories.

In the grand tapestry of our organizational culture, there exists a hidden gem that shines brighter than the rest - our people.

Welcome to a narrative journey that reveals the beating heart of Elsevier, where real purposeful work happens, where ideas are crafted into realities, and where growth and success thrive in the synergy of countless caring and remarkable individuals.

This is a mosaic of diverse voices, backgrounds, and talents converging to illuminate the path treaded, the challenges surmounted, and the triumphs celebrated.

Each story is a gem, a testament to collaboration and the unwavering spirit that defines the Elsevier team. From the early risers who transform ideas into plans, to the late-night warriors who turn visions into reality, our people form a tapestry of dedication that is nothing short of extraordinary.

This is the Elsevier Experience, unfiltered, unscripted, and unequivocally our peoples' own.

Hear from some of our amazing people

Manojkumar Rajkumar

Manojkumar Rajkumar

Data & Reporting Analyst,
Elsevier, India

Rachel Shaw

Rachel Shaw

Marketing Manager,
Elsevier, UK

Gomathy Srinivasaragavan

Gomathy Srinivasaragavan

Content Expert, Elsevier, India

Guy Ashley

Guy Ashley

Sales Executive, Elsevier, USA

We are an organisation where talents are nurtured, ideas are encouraged, and aspirations are realized
Manojkumar Rajkumar - Data & Reporting Analyst, Elsevier, India

MANOJKUMAR'S EXPERIENCE

"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for the exceptional learning and career growth opportunities Elsevier has provided to me and all employees. Working here has been an incredible journey of personal and professional development, and I am truly grateful for the support and resources Elsevier has offered.

From the very beginning, it was evident that the company places a high value on nurturing its employees' skills and talents. The range of training programs, workshops, and webinars available has been invaluable in helping me enhance my expertise and stay up to date with industry trends. The dedication of our instructors and trainers in imparting knowledge and sharing their experiences has been nothing short of remarkable.

Moreover, the encouragement to take on new challenges and responsibilities has played a significant role in my career growth. I have had the privilege of working on diverse projects, which has not only expanded my skill set but also boosted my confidence as a professional.

The career advancement opportunities provided by the company have been a testament to the organization's commitment to recognizing and rewarding hard work and dedication. Colleagues and mentors are always approachable and willing to share knowledge, making it a collaborative and enriching work environment. The impact of these learning and career growth opportunities extends beyond the workplace, as they have helped me become a more well-rounded individual with a passion for continuous learning.

I am proud to be part of a company that invests in its employees' growth and believes in their potential. Thank you for fostering an environment that nurtures our professional aspirations and empowers us to excel."

- Manojkumar Rajkumar, Data & Reporting Analyst, Elsevier, India

Elsevier actively promotes diversity, equity and inclusion for staff and within the research community
Rachel Shaw - Marketing Manager, Cell Press, Elsevier, UK

RACHEL'S EXPERIENCE

"Elsevier is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion both among its employees and within the broader research community. It actively promotes and prioritizes these values, recognizing the importance of diverse perspectives and experiences in achieving its goals.

By creating an inclusive environment, Elsevier aims to ensure equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or identity. We actively support and encourage diversity in hiring practices, research collaborations, and decision-making processes.

Through its efforts, we aim to create a more equitable and inclusive research community that benefits from the contributions of individuals from all walks of life."

- Rachel Shaw, Marketing Manager, Cell Press, Elsevier, UK

We are an organisation where we are inspired by diversity, effort and spirit
Gomathy Srinivasaragavan - Content Expert, Elsevier, India

GOMATHY'S EXPERIENCE

"My professional path has been an awe-inspiring odyssey, filled with challenges and captivating moments. But amidst it all, I am thrilled to share that my managers and the visionary leadership at Elsevier - RELX have consistently uplifted and supported me in every facet of my role within the Chennai team. From orchestrating awe-inspiring events that touch the lives of young minds in schools, to collaborating with compassionate charities, and rallying employees to contribute their invaluable donations, I have been blessed with an unwavering encouragement that fuels my commitment." 

- Gomathy Srinivasaragavan, Content Expert, Elsevier, India

We are an organisation providing educators across the globe with the tools necessary to accelerate the transition to practice for their nursing students
Guy Ashley - Sales Executive, PSE, Elsevier, USA

GUY'S EXPERIENCE

"Elsevier Leadership continuously demonstrates an unwavering commitment to employee wellness and empowerment. Coupled with consistent pulse checks on the customers it serves, Elsevier ensures that its team members are delivering solutions tightly integrated to each customer’s specific needs and in their chosen modality.

Virtual learning, increased patient acuity, and artificial intelligence have twisted higher education into knots, and serving this market vertical is not for the faint of heart."

– Guy Ashley, Sales Executive - PSE, Elsevier, USA

More from our people...

Podcasts: Listen to the incredible stories from some of our extraordinary people

Welcome, dear listeners, to the world of the “We are Elsevier” podcasts. Prepare to immerse yourself in a special auditory journey that will leave you captivated and enlightened.

Joslyn Chaiprasert-Paguio

Joslyn Chaiprasert-Paguio

Sr Acquisitions Editor, Elsevier, USA

Shiv Gaglani

Shiv Gaglani

CEO of Osmosis.org from Elsevier, USA

Irene Walsh

Irene Walsh

Sr Dir Product Mgmt of Complete Anatomy, Elsevier, Ireland

Joslyn and Samantha Chaiprasert-Paguio

Joslyn and Samantha Chaiprasert-Paguio

Joslyn and Samantha Chaiprasert-Paguio

Sr Acquisitions Editor, Elsevier, USA

How Elsevier helped save my life: Joslyn's podcast

Being diagnosed with cancer is never something you want to experience, but not knowing if you have cancer is even worse. When I was 18, I was diagnosed with Human papillomavirus (HPV). I never heard of it before and was told that it is an STD and would go away in time. I was asked to return for follow-up tests every three months and for a year I did, routinely, but it never went away. I grew anxious...

Discover more of Joslyn's story: How Elsevier Helped Save my Life.

Project Year of the Zebra and returning to medical school: Shiv's podcast

Meet Shiv Gaglani, the co-founder and chief executive officer of Osmosis.org from Elsevier, a leading health education platform with an audience of millions of current & future clinicians as well as their patients and family members. Discover how his passions turned into a career. His current project is the Year of the Zebra which has raised massive global awareness for rare disorders. Read his popular article published in Forbes, titled Why I’m Going Back To Medical School. Shiv returned to medical school at Johns Hopkins and he is a regular user of Osmosis and other Elsevier products. 

The world’s first 3D female anatomy model: Irene's podcast

"My journey at Elsevier has been full of surprises - from the sense of purpose that came with spearheading meaningful projects to realizing the impacts of cultivating a supportive work community." 

Irene shares how Elsevier poured fuel on Irene's growth, helping turn a dreamer into an award-winning leader with a team that can actually change the world.  Together we created the most advanced 3D female anatomy model.

Our journey with rare diseases gives even more meaning to my work at Elsevier: Joslyn's podcast

As a parent, the moment you find out you’re expecting a child, an immediate sense of protection and love takes over you. That sensation increases the day you hold your child in your arms for the first time, and like many, I made a vow to my daughter that I will always love and protect her.

Three months into her life, Samantha became ill ...

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Videos: Watch to hear from some of our passionate people

Joslyn Dumas

Joslyn Dumas

Inclusion and Diversity Program Manager, Elsevier, USA

Jason Chan

Jason Chan

Director Comm APAC, Elsevier, Singapore

Sheila Wang

Sheila Wang

Communications Training Specialist, Elsevier, Philippines

Tom Williams

Tom Williams

Group Manager, Professional Services Project Management, Elsevier, USA

"At Elsevier we know that inclusive and diverse teams are successful teams. At Elsevier our differences are our superpowers."
Joslyn Dumas, Inclusion and Diversity Program Manager, Elsevier, USA
"A place where I'm enabled, empowered, and enriched."
Jason Chan, Dir Comms APAC, Elsevier, Singapore
"Where servant leadership is a firmly entrenched mindset, creating a positive workplace culture." 
Shiela Wang, Communications Training Specialist, Elsevier, Philippines
"An organization where we are encouraged to experiment and innovate.” 
Tom Williams, Group Manager, Professional Services Project Management, Elsevier, USA

The Elsevier Experience

We hope that the magic within Why we are Elsevier has shone brightly within and beyond Elsevier, hearing from passionate voices from all corners of the globe as they painted a vivid portrait of the Elsevier Experience. But the journey doesn't end here.

We will continue to embrace the continuous quest to nurture an exceptional culture, upholding the three key pillars of our organization's Employee Value Proposition (EVP) - Purposeful Work, Growing Every Day, and Colleagues Who Care.

Together, we'll continue to perpetuate an amazing culture that remains the beating heart of our organization.

Some of the awards won by Elsevier from 2021 to 2023

These are the awards Elsevier has earned in the past two years from Comparably — the global workplace culture and compensation monitoring site — Personnel Today, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Kincentric and Workplace Pride.

These are the awards Elsevier has earned in the past two years from Comparably — the global workplace culture and compensation monitoring site — Personnel Today, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Kincentric and Workplace Pride.