Melissa Theiss

Four-time head of business and people operations, currently the head of people operations at KIT. Founder and principal of Fledge, an HR consulting firm.

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Jun 7, 2025 • 12min

Budgeting for Comp Cycle with Melissa Theiss, Head of People Ops at Kit & Founder of Fledge

Melissa Theiss, a four-time head of business and people operations and founder of Fledge, shares her expertise on budgeting for startup compensation cycles. She breaks down five essential compensation buckets every startup needs. The discussion emphasizes the importance of collaborating with finance teams to allocate budgets effectively. Melissa offers practical strategies to reward high performers, avoid common pitfalls, and foster goodwill with finance throughout the year. Tune in for insights that enhance your approach to compensation management!

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