In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Dave interviews Todd Cunningham, an HR executive with 37 years of experience. Todd shares insights from his extensive career, including his unique approach to aligning performance goals through deeply connected relationships and fostering a performance-centric culture at AvidXchange, Inc. He emphasizes the importance of care and candor, as well as focusing on business outcomes rather than HR jargon. Todd also discusses talent acquisition and retention, highlighting the need for inclusive hiring practices and the role of performance in diversity efforts.

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host interviews David Pearson, who shares his unique career journey in HR, starting from high school and rising through different roles, including owning a business and working at various organizations. David discusses key strategies for HR professionals, addressing challenges in global team management, cultural sensitivity, communication, and aligning business goals internationally. Sponsored by Previ, the podcast provides actionable insights for leading HR in a globalized world.

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host and guest Jason Lioy engage in a deep conversation about the critical impact of HR on business success. From Jason's career journey, starting in plant operations to ascending to a Chief People Officer role, the discussion sheds light on key strategies for aligning HR initiatives with business objectives. Jason shares invaluable lessons about understanding the business, making data-driven decisions, and balancing employee satisfaction with organizational performance. He emphasizes the need for HR leaders to focus on measurable outcomes and true business integration, leveraging his extensive experience to offer actionable advice for HR professionals.

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, sponsored by Previ, host Dave D'Angelo interviews Leslie Gutierrez-MacEachern, an HR executive with nearly 20 years of experience across various industries. Leslie shares her career journey, highlights the importance of creating a culture that embraces intellectual failure, and discusses how psychological safety and intellectual curiosity lead to resilience and adaptability within organizations. She also offers practical advice on leveraging diverse perspectives to drive success.

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, Megan Nail, a seasoned HR professional, discusses her career journey and delves into key aspects of compensation and pay equity. Megan shares her strategies for ensuring pay equity across different roles and demographics, the importance of having a structured framework, and the role of data in making informed compensation decisions. Additionally, she touches on the significance of pay transparency in boosting employee engagement and retention. Megan also offers practical advice on overcoming budget challenges and emphasizes the transformative effect of education around compensation for building trust and morale within organizations.

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Dave D'Angelo interviews David Avdul on his extensive HR career and expertise in pay equity and compensation strategies. David discusses his journey through different industries, emphasizing the importance of having a solid compensation structure to ensure pay equity across roles, demographics, and locations. He shares insights on the evolution of pay transparency, the significance of benefits personalization, and the crucial role of equity in reward structures for employee retention and engagement. David also offers practical advice for HR leaders on adapting to industry changes, leveraging consultants, and maintaining transparent and fair workplace practices.

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Dave interviews Chelle O'Keefe, who shares her nontraditional journey into the HR field and discusses her unique approach to shaping company culture. Chelle emphasizes the importance of building on existing positive elements within an organization and highlights the influence of her marketing background on change management. She also addresses how to create a strong internal brand, the significance of providing a 'platinum experience' for employees, and the challenges of aligning company culture post-acquisition. Chelle concludes with advice for culture champions, stressing the blend of heart and science in creating and maintaining a thriving organizational culture.

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Erin interviews an HR executive who shares their unique career journey from sales and marketing to people operations. The discussion delves into the creation of job architecture and performance management frameworks tailored to various organizations, emphasizing the importance of clear role definitions and competency evaluations. Topics include leveraging Google Sheets for initial frameworks, ensuring fair performance expectations, integrating structured job architecture with performance management, and the significance of transparent career progression and compensation alignment. The episode concludes with actionable advice for HR leaders on getting started with job architecture without relying on fancy tools.

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, HR veteran David Hawthorne shares his insightful career journey, discussing his transition from college restaurant work to his current role as Chief People Officer at Anchor Point Management Group, LLC. David explores key aspects of HR's role in strategic leadership, skill acquisition, and succession planning within the fast-paced restaurant industry. He emphasizes the importance of continual development, mentoring, and dispelling misconceptions about the restaurant industry as a viable career path. David also provides advice on personal career advancement and stresses the significance of focusing on individual goals rather than comparisons.

In this episode of the 'Built by People' podcast, host Dave interviews Angela Cheng-Cimini, an experienced HR executive with over 30 years in the field. Angela discusses her journey in HR, the importance of creating organizational courage, and practical steps to establish psychological safety. She touches on specific challenges faced by women in business, offering strategies for confidence and effective negotiation. Angela also talks about advocating for the Asian American community in the workplace, emphasizing the intersection of psychological safety and diversity initiatives. The episode concludes with Angela's advice on finding joy and respect in one's career.