In this episode of the Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Sean McLean speaks to Kelly Schmitt, the CEO of Benevity, a Calgary-based leading global provider of corporate purpose software. Schmitt discusses the importance of mental well-being and shares how she role models maintaining her own health and wellness to make sure her colleagues feel comfortable doing the same. Schmitt, who was a three-time CFO before accepting the CEO role at Benevity, also talks about making the transition and shares some advice for finance leaders who aspire for the top job. Finally, she offers her take on the future of work and shares how she and her chief people officer work together to promote DE&I within Benevity and navigate the changing expectations of employees.

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