Marvel's Speedster

After finishing the video conference with Harry, Ross rested his chin in thought.

Although the laboratory has developed to this day, although it has achieved great results, it also bears huge amounts of pressure. This is the main reason why he tried to raise funds from various aspects. Compared with the money stolen from the gangsters, Mingli's six million investment in the laboratory is only a small part, but although the income is huge, it is still somewhat insufficient compared to the huge expenditure. The total stock income plus product returns is only This year's financial needs can be met, but more funds are required if the transition is to be smooth into the next fiscal year.

The current cutting-edge technology laboratory has more than 3,000 employees and 27 research groups. This scale is also quite large among private research institutions in the United States. However, compared with the quality of old laboratories of the same size, S.T.A.R. is simply horrible.

For example, compared with the Watsonton Research Institute, which is also good at researching immunology, chemistry and biopharmaceuticals, among its 3,000 scientists and employees, there are 270 professors, about 800 postdoctoral fellows and 1,500 technicians. Auxiliary research staff, plus more than 120 doctoral students. Many of these professors and researchers are stars in the scientific research field, and even have three ding-level scholars who have won the Nobel Prize. They are academic palaces admired by many scientists, and they receive research funds from various channels for the development of new drugs every year. 80 million US dollars, some young people would rather pay their own money to go in and learn a lot.

The cutting-edge laboratory is an invention factory model, in addition to the 14 researchers, there are also a considerable number of production operators.

After multiple invitations from Dr. Ross and Dr. Connors, the number of researchers recruited was less than half of the above figures, and the quality was even worse.

A small number are independent scholars with excellent professional skills but out of the mainstream, and more are out-of-date scientific researchers and second- and third-rate university graduates who come here for generous salaries. This part accounts for about half of the total number, and the rest are basically Both are support staff and manufacturing workers.

In terms of salary, the average annual salary of biology and chemistry researchers is 130,000 US dollars, and the salary of high-level workers is even higher, reaching 150,000 US dollars. That is to say, for the salary alone, Ross has to pay 300 to 400 million U.S. dollars per year, plus the gradual investment in scientific research and operating expenses, the figure is even higher. To support so many people, unless he is the The protagonist, you can wave your hand to attract tens of billions of dollars, otherwise you can only find a way from other places, and securities is one of them

Perhaps it is for this reason that those predators hiding behind the scenes have maintained good patience and did not attack the independent laboratories in advance. They must have been waiting for the mud-footed titan to fall by itself, so they could easily divide the titan's legacy, but they didn't expect Ross to repeatedly break their imaginations.

Laymen who don't know the inside story may be dazzled by recent news reports, thinking that the achievements of the laboratory are inseparable from the hard work of these scientists, but in fact these achievements are all based on the technology of Ross's previous life and his understanding of Mutant. On the basis of genetic research, it is equivalent to Ross, Connors and Maya carrying the still immature laboratory on their shoulders and striding forward.

Although the overall results are extremely dazzling, but for at least three years, Ross does not report too much hope to his subordinates. He only hopes that these subject groups will gradually enter the state, perfect the tasks he has assigned, and then use the laboratory's unique There has been a breakthrough in resources, and he will be satisfied if he can reach a balance of payments in two or three years.

After all, this is just a peripheral organization for the purpose of deceiving people, and the real secrets are not easily known by peripheral personnel.

However, although he is currently in a state of pure investment, Ross does not intend to cut expenses like other capitalists.

He has adopted a very humane management and incentive mechanism. Even out-of-date scientific researchers can get 10% to 20% higher salaries than their peers as long as they complete the assigned work well. For those who are pursuing, Ross has prepared for them a more relaxed working environment than other companies, as well as low basic salary and high share packages. As long as they can play enough roles, the laboratory can fully satisfy the appetite of those ambitious young people.

Not long after this incentive mechanism has been put into operation, some people have already offered suggestions for their own pockets. Although most of them are worthless wild ideas, there are also valuable shining points among them. The bulletproof underwear worn by Gwen's father It was the idea of ​​these young people. After experiencing the charity gala incident, the police realized the role of this kind of armor. After placing a purchase order, these people were greatly encouraged. Now they are planning to develop children's bulletproof underwear to meet the increasingly unsafe campus protection needs.

For this, Ross is optimistic, and he has a feeling that these still young peripheral members will one day become an important part of his own strength.

But before that, he also needs to match this wild horse that is easy to break free with a heroic female rider, that is Pepper.

Ross believes that with her backing, she can run the fledgling organization as well as she would later lead Stark Industries.

As he was thinking, Pepper's voice happened to be heard outside the door. She was asking Connors and Maya about the situation. Before officially taking over the management of the laboratory, she had to have a full grasp of the basic situation of the laboratory.

After recovering from his contemplation, Ross opened the door, and Pepper just walked outside to his office.

Today, Pepper is wearing a black suit with three-quarter sleeves. The tailoring design is simple and elegant, showing slender lines perfectly. Inside is a white shirt, and a pure crystal necklace is worn around the neck. Coupled with naturally curly long golden hair, it has the elegant temperament of an urban woman who is both independent and charming.

She really deserved to be the woman he wanted to snatch from Tony. He looked at Pepper, and Ross secretly admired his eyesight. Then he looked at the doctor and Maya, and they also looked admiring.

"It seems that Pepper already knows something about us, doctor, what do you think of her?"

Ross did not evade, and asked Connors in front of Pepper.

"Frankly speaking, it was more than I expected. I think I saw the shadow of Norman Osborn in her youth. She is a shrewd and decisive manager, but she is more tactful and gentle. I am very happy to deal with Pepper." Connors replied with a smile.

"Miss Potts has won state university scholarships for many times. She has excellent grades in management and is no stranger to the management of large companies. I believe she will be qualified for the job soon." Maya also interjected.

Ross remembered that before Maya and Stark met, Pepper hadn't graduated yet, and she didn't expect that she was no stranger to Pepper.

Glancing at Maya, Ross turned to Pepper.

Facing the scrutinizing eyes of his new employer, Pepper raised his head without fear, his tall body became more straight, and his temperament became more confident.

"The evaluation of the two doctors is very high, so I will ask Ms. Potts one last time, are you really confident to lead a research and development and production organization like ours----don't rush to answer, please think about it before replying to my question. "

His question seemed a bit redundant, after all, Pepper was recruited by Ross himself, and he has basically arrived at the job, but this is also the last day's confirmation procedure in front of other collaborators.

"Yes, I have enough confidence to take care of the laboratory well." Pepper paused, recalling what she saw just now, Ross did not hide many secrets that are not open to outsiders, which surprised and moved her At the same time, I also deeply understand my responsibilities.

There is no justice in the business field. Since she can help the arms tycoon make money, she will not be disgusted with what Ross has done. At least so far, Ross is more upright than most tycoons, so when she hears the new employer's question , no need to think about it again and again.

In terms of management experience, I am not as rich as Mr. Opadry and Mr. Osborn. Compared with scientific research work, I will never be as good as Miss Maya, but I have my strengths, that is, I have a certain understanding of scientific research and production. There is also considerable awareness of marketing and corporate management, and not being bound by old patterns. "

"During the ten years I have worked for Mr. Stark, I have come into contact with many people in the business and political circles, and I am familiar with their deeds and dispositions. I believe these will become my unique resources and play a 610 effect in my future management practices. And the most important point is, I believe we have enough trust between each other, this is my biggest capital.

Pepper met Ross's eyes and talked, and Conners and Maya couldn't help nodding. These two are pure researchers. Although their knowledge is profound, their EQ is terribly low. There will be two terrible things, lizard serum and Extremis. It is more efficient and safer to expect them to share the work than Ross himself. Now that they have recognized Pepper's professionalism, they will become Pepper's solid backing in the future, which can avoid a lot of trouble.

When the test was about to end, the two doctors had been completely convinced by Pepper.

Her network team collaboration tools and multi-project parallel management model concepts are all theories that took shape after entering the new century. The emergence of these theories is based on the popularization of high-speed Internet, lighter mobile devices, and more convenient people's mobility. . In view of the fact that there are more and more non-face-to-face communication at different times, the old step-by-step and process-based working method is replaced by a flexible, time-changing, non-linear working method, which is a good fit for Ross’s proposal loose management and effective incentive concepts.

Connors and Maya have never even heard of the above terms. Even scientists are instinctively in awe of things they don't understand, so it seems that Pepper's road to managing people has been smooth.

"One last question," and when the two left, Ross leaned against the door and winked at Pepper suddenly.

"What would you think if I rejected you now?"

The corner of Pepper's mouth couldn't help revealing a charming smile, and her elegant half turned her body to stare back.

"I have thought about this question too, but someone once inspired me with his personal experience. He told me that I can illuminate the life of others and make his life on the right track... I choose to believe his words. "

This is what Ross said during that encounter, and he definitely won't contradict himself.

Ross raised his eyebrows, smiled and held up his right hand.

Pepper raised her palms and gave him a high five.

The applause was crisp. .