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Jun 12
Before You Quit: What 20 Years at Kellogg Taught This Executive
In this episode of People + Strategy, we sit down with Kris Bahner, senior advisor for Mars Snacking and former chief global corporate affairs officer at Kellanova, to explore the state of employee retention in 2026. Drawing on a 35-year career with two decades with Kellogg and K ... Show More
33m 47s
May 29
A Former Spy Shares HR's Critical Role in Workplace Security
In this episode of People + Strategy, we sit down with Shawnee Delaney, founder and CEO of Vaillance Group and a decorated former clandestine operations officer with the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). Delaney shares why HR leaders are the most underutilized intelligence asset ... Show More
32m 17s
May 15
Tailoring HR Strategy: A CPO's Role in Fashioning C-Suite Success
In this episode of People + Strategy, we sit down with Jamie Durling, regional Chief People Officer for luxury goods organizations such as Dolce & Gabbana and Moncler. Durling challenges the idea that HR is still earning its seat at the table. Instead, he argues that the opportun ... Show More
33m 1s
Jan 2025
How to Balance Employee Well-Being and Performance
<p>In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Laila Gillies, Head of HR at Hiscox USA, to explore her incredible journey in HR leadership and the evolving role of HR in shaping modern organizations.</p><p>Laila shares insights on upskilling employees for the f ... Show More
38m 42s
Jun 2025
How HR Can Earn a Seat at the Executive Table
45m 39s
Nov 2024
How to Balance High Performance and Employee Well-Being
<p>In today’s episode of the <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/hrdleaders/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HR Leaders</a> Podcast, we welcome <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAO8cpYBnbGkwRFgzRcpNUBZljFSZ5I6XUk?miniProfileUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_miniProfile%3 ... Show More
33m 21s
Mar 2025
How to Balance Empathy and Strategy in HR
44m 2s
Nov 2024
Strategies for Building a People-First Culture in HR
<p>In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Amy Bouque, Chief People Officer at Kelly Services. Amy shares her journey from her early HR roles to her first Chief People Officer position.</p><p>She dives into the evolving nature of HR, the importance of vulnerabili ... Show More
54m 56s
Oct 2024
How to Transform HR into a Strategic Partner
<p>In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Nicole Peace, Chief People Officer at AIS, a leading IT consulting firm. </p><p>Nicole shares her inspiring journey from the world of art to HR leadership, emphasizing the importance of business acumen, strategic HR, and ... Show More
48m 22s
Oct 2024
How to Retain Your Top Talent in 2025
<p>In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Paaras Parker, Chief Human Resources Officer at Paycor, a leader in human capital management.</p><p>She explores the evolving role of HR in business, sharing how companies can navigate retention challenges and better sup ... Show More
47m 54s
Jun 2024
Tips and Strategies for Achieving Work-Life Balance in HR
<p>In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we are joined by Floor van Griensven, Chief People Officer at Trivium Packaging.</p><p>Floor shares her extensive journey in HR, detailing her rise to leadership and the significant impact of her diverse experiences across various ... Show More
33m 41s
Jul 2025
Leading Change with Confidence: HR’s Role in Organizational Transformation
Andy Biladeau, SHRM’s chief transformation officer, sits down with guest host Marjorie Morrison, SHRM’s executive in residence for mental health, to explore HR’s evolving role in organizational transformation. With change management being one of the top CHRO priorities for 2025, ... Show More
32m 26s
Mar 2024
Time for Growth - AI Bootcamp FROM FASTCO WORKS AND SAP
In this podcast, leaders in HR and AI reveal what it will take for businesses to get their staff on board.
24m 48s
HR leaders are reexamining what effective leadership truly means in a rapidly transforming world — particularly as generational differences reshape expectations for how leadership is defined, practiced, and communicated in today’s workplace. This is going to become more important than ever, given the fact that the U.S. labor force demographics are shifting. ... Show More
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