Advancing Talent

Explore the dynamic culture and scale of Intermountain Healthcare with host Spencer Stewart and Heather Brace. Learn how Intermountain has successfully merged institutions while preserving their unique legacies, while unraveling the challenges and opportunities in HR as technology continues to shape the industry.

Courtney Lewis is the Director of Human Resources for the Corporate Division at Houston Methodist, the premier hospital in the state of Texas. Lewis joins host Spencer Stewart to discuss the patient-centered company culture that led to Houston Methodist being recognized for its top-quality care. The director also discusses her passion for mentorship, the I CARE values, and prioritizing the mental health of hospital personnel. Listen to the full episode for this insightful conversation.

What does it take to run the organization once described as the “most important company you’ve never heard of”? Senior Vice President and Chief People, Brand, and Communications Officer of MITRE Kathleen Federico is here to tell hosts Spencer Stewart and Jess Larsen. MITRE is a mission-driven non-profit that aims to make the world a safer place through innovations in science and technology. Federico details how the organization runs, the multiple domains it operates in, and how it fosters an environment for futurists to develop and thrive.

Holly Kortright joins the hosts of the Advancing Talent podcast to share how data, analytics, and advancements in human capital are helping on their mission to improve the financial health of veterans. Kortright is the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Navy Federal Credit Union. The VP and CHRO discusses how talent development and employee care help her team to create better solutions for their clients and push innovation in their sector. 

Zebra Technologies' Chief People Officer Jeffrey Schmitz is the latest guest to join the Advancing Talent podcast. Schmitz shares his biggest takeaways after years of working in multiple sectors of the business world. From software engineering to marketing to human resources, the CPO has done a bit of it all. Schmitz expands on the principle of ruthless prioritization, the need to sync HR initiatives with overall business goals, and the power of curiosity to propel careers. His best advice for professionals? Listen to the full episode to find out!

Chief Learning Officer of Jonhson & Johnson Sandra Humbles is our guest for this episode of Advancing Talent. Humbles discusses the state of business in the digital age and advises on how companies can keep up with modern innovations. The CLO believes in using technology to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of workplace learning and performance. For more on workplace digital transformations, artificial intelligence, and the future of business in the modern age, stay tuned to the full episode.  

Lisa Moore, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer of Yahoo, stops by the Advancing Talent podcast to have a frank discussion with the hosts about the evolving cultural realities in modern-day workplaces. Moore discusses the cultural fallout that can ensue when mergers and acquisitions bring different company cultures into a collision course and how she approaches reconciling these differences. Moore also discusses how company culture has been impacted by the recent pandemic and the personal impact of moving to a different country for work. 

Chief Learning Officer of the State of Maryland and the Office of State Procurement Victoria Steeger speak to us on this episode of Advancing Talent about procurement training. Steeger also shares her insights on how companies can make proper use of training and how automation can help an understaffed operation weather the storm. Listen to the latest episode to hear more insights!

On this episode of Advancing Talent, the hosts are joined by the Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer of luxury fitness brand Equinox, Alim Dhanji. Dhanji discusses the power of wellness in the modern-day workspace and the transformation it can bring once companies understand its true value. Dhanji also discusses current changes in modern recruitment practices, namely the prioritizing of skill and passion over qualifications and how Equinox strikes a balance in the quest to provide their clientele with the best in the business.

Get ready for a fascinating episode of Advancing Talent, we sit down with Sean Conley, Chief Learning Officer at Baker Hughes. Sean shares his unique career journey and how his mentor, Denise Pozzuoli, played a pivotal role in his transition. Learn about the transformative role of technology in learning and development, and how it's paving the way for data-driven progress measurement. Hear about the 'Core' initiative, a pandemic-born community promoting interactive learning. Sean also stresses the importance of authenticity, continuous improvement, and cultural education in the workplace. Tune in for these valuable insights and more!