Turning Employee Engagement Data into Action with Karina Young, 15Five
When was the last time your organization conducted an employee engagement survey? If it was more than a few months ago, you're likely making decisions based on outdated information. As Karina Young, VP People at 15Five, points out in this episode, "Think about who you were a year ago. You might have had a whole different set of needs, wants, desires, hopes than you do right now." This conversation with host, Bill Banham dives into the limitations of traditional annual engagement measurements...
11 Elo 202519min
Company Culture: Inside Breeze Airways' People Strategy with Jeff Weber
What happens when you combine cutting-edge technology with a more human approach to airline service? Jeff Weber, Chief People Officer at Breeze Airways, reveals the fascinating intersection of high-tech innovation and high-touch customer experience in this engaging conversation about the future of work in the aviation industry. Jeff, who joined Breeze after successful HR leadership roles at forward-thinking organizations like Ancestry.com, explains why CEO David Neeleman specifically sought ...
4 Elo 202520min
Disrupt Manchester, Analytics and the Art of HR with Mark Lawrence, Deloitte
What happens when you combine archaeological curiosity with data science expertise? You get Mark Lawrence's fascinating approach to HR analytics. In this conversation, Mark shares his unconventional career journey from aspiring Indiana Jones to Head of Analytics and Reporting at Deloitte, revealing how his fundamental desire to understand why things work the way they do connects these seemingly disparate fields. With over 25 years of experience across multiple disciplines, Mark offers ...
31 Heinä 202523min
From Hard Hats to High Earnings: Scaffolding's Secret Career Appeal
Ever considered a career in scaffolding? Most haven't, but Paul Napper is on a mission to change that perception. As the Head of Training and Education at NASC (National Access and Scaffolding Confederation), Paul joins Bill Banham on the HRchat Show to reveal how this overlooked industry offers diverse career pathways and impressive earning potential. "There are people I know earning £100,000 a year," Paul explains, highlighting how advanced scaffolders, especially those working in speciali...
24 Heinä 202521min
The Flexibility Revolution with Dessalen Wood, Syntax
The days of mandatory office attendance are (mostly) behind us, but how do you maintain a vibrant workplace culture when your team is scattered across 15+ countries? In this conversation, Dessalen Wood, Chief People Officer at Syntax, reveals the company's innovative approach to workplace flexibility that's become their competitive advantage. Drawing from 25 years of experience across retail, entertainment, and technology sectors, Dessalen shares how Syntax transformed workplace flexibility ...
23 Heinä 202526min
Addiction: How HR Can Champion Treatment and Recovery with Carrie Bates
Three-time Olympic gold medalist Carrie Bates isn't just celebrating over a decade of sobriety—she's revolutionizing how workplaces approach addiction recovery. As Director of Strategic Growth and Advocacy at Caron Treatment Centers, Carrie brings a powerful dual perspective to the conversation on substance dependence in professional environments. Over 26 million Americans report struggling with addiction, with countless others suffering silently. Furthermore, 80% of people who abuse substan...
16 Heinä 202526min
Why HR Leaders Must Pivot to Skills-Based Talent Management with Shrikant Pattathil, Harbinger Group
The future of workforce efficiency is skills-based, and organizations that fail to make this pivot risk being left behind. Shrikant Pattathil, President and CTO of Harbinger Group, joins Bill Banham to unpack why skill proficiency has become a critical metric for organizational success in today's hyper-personalized, hyper-automated workplace. Shrikant reveals that companies implementing skills-first approaches are seeing dramatic improvements, including 25% faster hiring processes. But the b...
15 Heinä 202523min
From Lawyer to CHRO: How Dual Roles Create Better Leaders with Joshua Horenstein
What happens when one executive combines legal expertise with human resources leadership? Joshua Horenstein, Senior Vice President, Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer & Corporate Secretary at Innophos, reveals the powerful advantages of his dual role in this fascinating conversation. Leading both legal and HR departments for a global phosphate company with 1,500 employees worldwide, Joshua leverages his unique position to provide comprehensive solutions that traditional, siloed depa...
9 Heinä 202532min
