Brooke Upp Clark
VP, People | Seek Labs
Brooke Upp Clark has transformed Seek Labs’ approach to talent management with speed and vision. Where most executives might take months to make an impact, Brooke implemented significant organizational changes within just two weeks of joining — quickly elevating Seek Labs from basic human resources functions to a comprehensive people strategy that supports both individual growth and the company mission.
Brooke’s immediate impact reflects her understanding that exceptional companies are built on more than compliance and payroll systems — they are built by valued employees who are supported in their career growth. This philosophy perfectly aligns with Seek Labs’ vision for building a culture where innovation thrives.
Since joining Seek Labs, Brooke has launched and revitalized several impactful initiatives, including the company’s career advancement framework, performance evaluation framework, rewards and recognition programming, and learning and development resources.
Particularly noteworthy is Brooke’s development of the “Seeker Culture Code,” which articulates the company’s mission, standards and values. Rather than allowing this to become merely aspirational, she has methodically integrated these principles into human resources programs and processes, ensuring values are consistently reflected in daily operations.
Before joining Seek Labs, Brooke played a key role in growing Recursion Pharmaceuticals from a small startup to a global, clinical-stage public company. Her strategic vision still extends beyond internal culture-building to address the unique challenges of Utah’s emerging biotech ecosystem. Recognizing the competitive disadvantages compared to established hubs like Boston or Silicon Valley, Brooke has implemented targeted compensation and benefits strategies to attract specialized talent.
Through enhanced transparency around compensation, systematic performance evaluations and expanded learning opportunities that reinforce the company’s core values, Brooke has created a foundation where team members can focus on their mission without uncertainty about their professional future. This people-first approach doesn’t just support individual employees — it positions Seek Labs for sustained success in the competitive biotech industry by creating an environment where innovation naturally flourishes.
