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Compliance Governance

Regulatory, legal, policy, risk management in HR

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Ep. 64 · September 1, 2025

Angela Deputy, CHRO at Heartland Veterinary Partners

Angela Deputy · Heartland Veterinary Partners

HR's evolution from a compliance-focused function to a strategic business partner is achieved by intentionally building credibility, using data to demonstrate value, and adapting approaches to the specific needs and maturity of the organization, whether a startup or an established company.

Score

90%

Ep. 93 · July 24, 2025

Marie Garrigue, Chief People Officer at Fitness Connection USA

Marie Garrigue · Fitness Connection USA

HR leaders must be bold, deeply understand their business's operating model, and proactively identify innovative solutions that provide value and support, especially in complex environments like franchising, while navigating legal boundaries.

Score

90%

Ep. 131 · June 25, 2025

Amanda Sedars, Chief Human Resources & Risk Officer at Mindr

Amanda Sedars · Mindr

A strong legal foundation, coupled with a relentless focus on human connection and strategic networking, empowers HR leaders to navigate complex, fast-paced environments like private equity, driving performance while building resilient, values-driven cultures.

Score

90%

Ep. 221 · April 23, 2025

Andrea Brunet, Director, Employee Relations at Greystar

Andrea Brunet · Greystar

HR professionals must actively build trust and partnership across the organization by transparently upholding compliance, championing employee well-being and work-life balance, and effectively communicating available support resources to foster an empowered and engaged workforce.

Score

90%

Ep. 244 · April 7, 2025

Mychal Coleman, CHRO at Grand Valley State University

Mychal Coleman · Grand Valley State University

The sophistication and strategic capability of an HR department directly correlate with an organization's ability to achieve strategic supremacy, world-class status, and disruptive innovation, emphasizing that compliance-only HR models hinder growth and adaptability.

Score

90%

Ep. 87 · July 29, 2025

Serena Filson, VP Human Resources at Certara

Serena Filson · Certara

Successful HR leadership during major organizational transitions like IPOs and divestitures demands ruthless prioritization, embracing iterative 'good enough' solutions, and fostering transparency and a sense of shared ownership among employees.

Score

80%

Ep. 318 · February 3, 2025

Patrick Simmons, VP Global Compensation & Benefits at Ecobat

Patrick Simmons · Ecobat

While market pricing is a useful baseline, an over-reliance on it can create misalignment; effective compensation requires combining data with leadership judgment, individual performance differentiation, and transparent communication to foster trust and ensure fairness.

Score

80%

Ep. 344 · January 17, 2025

Michael Downey, Director, Total Rewards at DataRobot

Michael Downey · DataRobot

Pay transparency, underpinned by robust compensation benchmarking and effective manager training, is no longer optional but a strategic imperative that builds employee trust, enhances retention, and attracts top talent, ultimately optimizing a company's financial investment in its workforce.

Score

80%

Ep. 72 · August 22, 2025

Kenneth Quidgley, Chief People Officer at Symphonic Distribution

Kenneth Quidgley · Symphonic Distribution

Kenneth Quidgley argues for a deeply human-centered HR approach, asserting that treating employees with dignity, respect, and holistic support, particularly during challenging personal situations, cultivates loyalty, boosts engagement, and ultimately drives positive business outcomes.

Score

70%

Ep. 125 · June 30, 2025

William Ingham, Chief People Officer, Visa Europe, Poshmark, Ouro

William Ingham · Visa Europe, Poshmark, Ouro

Culture, when accurately measured through behavioral science and tied to specific organizational DNA, is an untapped strategic asset that drives company growth, profitability, and mitigates risk more effectively than traditional engagement surveys.

Score

70%

Ep. 144 · June 17, 2025

Melanie Naranjo, Chief People Officer at Ethena

Melanie Naranjo · Ethena

Effective HR leadership requires translating people-centric initiatives into tangible business outcomes, understanding the full ripple effect of every decision on the organization's financial health and strategic goals. What appears to be a 'people problem' is often a communication issue impacting business performance.

Score

70%

Ep. 213 · April 29, 2025

Meredith Gatzke, VP Chief Human Resources Officer at Montclair State University

Meredith Gatzke · Montclair State University

Effective HR leadership, particularly in heavily unionized and transforming environments, requires proactive communication, consistent collaboration with unions, and fostering organizational adaptability to successfully bridge business objectives with employee needs and protections.

Score

70%

Ep. 285 · March 3, 2025

Deane Ilukowicz, Chief People Officer at TPI Composites, Inc.

Deanie Ilukowicz · TPI Composites, Inc.

HR must be a strategic driver of business outcomes, deeply understanding and solving real-world business problems rather than being purely policy-driven. This involves empowering individuals through intentional choices, continuous learning from experiences, and consistent personal renewal to prevent burnout and foster growth, especially during major transformations.

Score

70%

Ep. 350 · January 14, 2025

Charles Mangino, Director of Pay & Benefits at Vita Coco

Charles Mangino · Vita Coco

HR's strategic impact stems from balancing automation with human connection, proactively integrating tailored wellness and benefits, and aligning these initiatives with business goals and organizational culture.

Score

70%

Ep. 40 · September 26, 2025

Wendy Moore, Founder of Eleve Talent

Wendy Moore · Eleve Talent

In rapidly scaling, resource-conscious early-stage companies, strategic hiring, clear organizational design, and the wise adoption of technology (especially AI) are critical for building high-performing teams that thrive sustainably.

Score

60%

Ep. 48 · September 23, 2025

Michael ONeill, Chief Human Resources Officer at Major League Baseball Players Association

Michael O'Neill · Major League Baseball Players Association

Michael O'Neill advocates for HR to transcend tactical responsibilities, becoming a respected strategic partner that proactively meets organizational needs, underpinned by a belief that financial well-being empowers both HR professionals and employees to focus on higher-level objectives.

Score

60%

Ep. 103 · July 17, 2025

Eduardo de la Loza, CHRO at SABORMEX

Eduardo de la Loza · SABORMEX

Culture is the operating system of an organization, and HR's most powerful role is to be the guardian and architect of that culture, ensuring all strategies and tools reinforce it.

Score

60%

Ep. 146 · June 16, 2025

Jomana Elwenni, VP, People & Culture at Momentic Studios

Jomana Elwenni · Momentic Studios

HR credibility is earned, not granted by title, through demonstrating actionable solutions and proactively communicating the impact of foundational work, particularly when partnering directly with founders during critical growth or market shifts.

Score

60%

Ep. 154 · June 10, 2025

Linda Chapin EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer at UL Solutions

Linda Chapin · UL Solutions

The transition from private to public company, especially for a long-standing organization, requires a highly structured and people-centric change management strategy, focusing on leadership, comprehensive communication, and fostering an ownership culture.

Score

60%

Ep. 246 · April 3, 2025

Nathan Peirson, Chief People Officer at Onit

Nathan Peirson · Onit

HR's core mission is to drive business impact by ruthlessly simplifying processes, focusing on foundational needs before growth, and designing the organization to support strategic objectives, even if it requires making pragmatic trade-offs.

Score

60%

Ep. 255 · March 26, 2025

Alexandra Erman, Chief People Officer at BforeAI

Alexandra Erman · BforeAI

To succeed as a fully distributed, global company, HR must be intentional in building a 'trust by default' culture through robust asynchronous communication, equitable practices, and continuous, growth-focused performance management, leveraging technology to empower autonomy and connection.

Score

60%

Ep. 264 · March 24, 2025

TRANSFORM EPISODE: Liz Ahmed, EVP, People, Communications and CSR at Unum

Liz Ahmed · Unum

By actively embracing continuous change and transformation rather than specializing, HR leaders can strategically align with business goals, foster deep employee engagement through transparent communication and storytelling, and proactively develop programs that address evolving workforce needs like mental health and efficient benefits administration.

Score

60%

Ep. 341 · January 20, 2025

Jed Milstein, CHRO at Asbury Automotive Group

Jed Milstein · Asbury Automotive Group

Exceptional customer service and business differentiation in the automotive industry directly stem from a profound commitment to internal employee well-being, fostering transparency, and meticulously integrating cultures during acquisitions to ensure continuity and drive productivity.

Score

60%

Ep. 362 · January 2, 2025

David Avdul, Vice President, Human Resources at DePaul University

David Avdul · DePaul University

The future of competitive reward structures necessitates a thoughtful, adaptable, and transparent approach to compensation and benefits, balancing cost management with personalization to meet diverse employee needs and retain key talent.

Score

60%

Ep. 377 · December 16, 2024

Sarika Lamont, Vice President of People and Culture at Vidyard

Sarika Lamont · Vidyard

Pay transparency, underpinned by a solid compensation philosophy and clear job architecture, is a non-negotiable for fostering trust, engagement, and equity within an organization, regardless of its size or stage of growth.

Score

60%

Ep. 10 · January 26, 2026

Laurie Shakur, Chief People Officer

Laurie Shakur · Global company

Laurie Shakur advocates for highly disciplined people operations, emphasizing clear decision-making, accountability, and communication as the foundation for organizational growth and improved employee experience, rather than chasing a 'seat at the table.' She believes proactive discipline alleviates the pains of scaling.

Score

50%

Ep. 42 · September 26, 2025

Donna Brown, Founder of Cultivation HR

Donna Brown · Cultivation HR

HR must strategically adopt AI and flexible resourcing models to overcome operational burdens, drive business growth, and improve the employee experience, rather than merely reacting to everyday demands, especially in small to medium-sized organizations.

Score

50%

Ep. 113 · July 10, 2025

Stephanie Montanez, VP of Human Resources at Vagaro

Stephanie Montanez · Vagaro

Investing in employee training and development, often by strategically leveraging state and federal funding, is crucial for building career paths, enhancing retention, and shaping a skilled workforce without preconceived notions.

Score

50%

Ep. 224 · April 21, 2025

D'Mar Phillips, VP, People & Culture at RS Americas

D'Mar Phillips · RS Americas

Effective people leadership transcends traditional standards, prioritizing continuous learning, individualized support, and a commitment to genuine inclusivity to build resilient and adaptable workforces.

Score

50%

Ep. 303 · February 12, 2025

Joy Todd, VP, Human Resources at AVI Systems

Joy Todd · AVI Systems

HR professionals must deeply align their personal values with their organization's values and actively embody them to be effective leaders and advocates, especially in rapidly growing, employee-owned companies.

Score

50%

Ep. 307 · February 10, 2025

Silvia Van Dusen, Executive VP, CHRO at LinQuest

Silvia Van Dusen · LinQuest

HR executives in private equity-backed companies must be exceptionally agile and business-focused, prioritizing rapid value creation and strategic preparation for potential acquisitions by maintaining compliance, fostering an engaged culture, and optimizing workforce planning to ensure minimal impact during transitions.

Score

50%

Ep. 352 · January 13, 2025

Kim Minnick, Fractional CHRO leader at Code Traveller HR

Kim Minnick · Code Traveller HR

Fractional HR leaders provide essential strategic guidance and expertise at a fraction of the cost, empowering companies to optimize their people operations and achieve business goals by aligning HR initiatives with the organization's current stage and needs.

Score

50%

Ep. 373 · December 18, 2024

Dr. Scott Leuchter, Chief People Officer at Empower Pharmacy

Scott Leuchter · Empower Pharmacy

The bedrock of effective HR and organizational success is a people-centric approach, leveraging continuous development, data-driven employee experience optimization, and flexible frameworks to empower individuals to achieve their best and serve a broader purpose.

Score

50%

Ep. 395 · October 29, 2024

Wade Galde, Director Global Total Rewards at The Knot Worldwide

Wade Galde · The Knot Worldwide

The modern employer-employee contract has dissolved, necessitating a shift towards transparency, trust, and employee-centric total rewards strategies to attract and retain the 'right talent' that aligns with company culture and mission.

Score

50%

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