Navigating Dual HR Leadership Roles with Alex Salas from NY SHRM

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Alex, an HR practitioner and President of New York City SHRM.

Alex shares his unique career journey and insights on balancing his dual roles effectively. He emphasizes the importance of having a strong team and the value of being actively involved in HR associations for professional growth.

Alex discusses differences in HR practices across various industries, the significance of professional networking, and offers practical advice for HR professionals looking to get involved in their local SHRM chapters.

The episode wraps up with Alex's parting advice on leaning into community, networking, and personal development.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

01:07 Balancing Dual Roles in HR

02:13 The Value of HR Associations

03:52 Getting Involved in SHRM

05:12 Differences Between Government and Private Sector HR

06:48 Advice on Professional Networking

07:56 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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Innovative Talent Acquisition Strategies with Ray Smith

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Ray, an HR veteran with 20 years of experience. Ray discusses her career journey from corporate recruiting to becoming an SVP of HR.

She shares the development of the 'Red Carpet Experience' strategy for talent acquisition, which significantly improved recruitment success.

Ray also talks about overcoming challenges in attracting diverse candidates through innovative promotional methods.

The conversation highlights the importance of building relationships with operational staff and creating a culture of accountability within organizations.

Ray concludes with advice on being proactive and taking chances in the HR field.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:52 Ray's Career Journey in HR

01:30 Developing the Red Carpet Experience

04:08 Overcoming Recruitment Challenges

06:40 Building Relationships in HR

08:29 Parting Advice for HR Professionals09:47 Conclusion and Farewell

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Building Culture and Mentorship with Michelle Sutter from Fanatics

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, Michelle shares her diverse career journey from working on cruise ships to leading culture and organizational development at Fanatics.

She discusses how her sales leadership experience influenced her approach to building sustainable organizational culture.

Michelle details her efforts in designing and scaling impactful mentorship programs, starting with a grassroot initiative within her organization. She also talks about maintaining cultural consistency across remote teams and shares practical advice on fostering a culture of care and appreciation.

Michelle ends with an announcement of her upcoming nonprofit, Opening Doors Foundation, aimed at mentoring female professionals in Kenya.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:51 Michelle's Career Journey

01:46 Transition to HR and Culture Building

02:22 Sales Leadership and Organizational Culture

03:09 Designing a Sustainable Mentorship Program

06:58 Launching a Nonprofit Mentorship Program

07:37 Maintaining Culture Across Remote Teams

11:08 Advice on Leadership and Culture

12:22 Conclusion and Farewell

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Transformative HR Strategies with Cortney Worle from Cafe Rio

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Courtney, the VP of HR at Cafe Rio.

Courtney shares her unique career journey from retail management to HR leadership, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and seizing opportunities beyond one's job description.

She discusses her strategic approach in transforming HR into a business partner role, including initiatives like the 'Nailing the 90' program that improved employee retention by 25%.

Courtney also highlights the challenges of communication in dispersed workforces and describes the implementation of a new time and attendance system with Harry to enhance team communication.

Additionally, she talks about mentorship, succession planning, and the significance of being an active participant in broader business conversations.

The episode concludes with Courtney's advice on embracing change, continuous learning, and building cross-functional relationships.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:49 Courtney's Career Journey

02:45 Transforming HR into a Strategic Partner

02:56 Compensation and Retention Strategies

05:29 Technology Initiatives in HR

07:46 Developing Leadership Skills

09:23 Succession Planning Challenges

10:55 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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Embracing Radical Transparency and Leadership in HR with Kate Souza ManahanIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Kate, who shares her transformative career journey from finance and program management at Bridgewater Associates to becoming a Chief People Officer at Bus Patrol.

Kate discusses the significant impact of Bridgewater's radical transparency culture on her leadership style and how it facilitated accelerated professional development.

She also outlines her initiatives at Bus Patrol, such as defining and embedding core leadership behaviors, and emphasizes the importance of having the people function play a key role in high-stakes executive decisions.

Kate concludes by advising that everyone in the organization, regardless of their role, contributes to fostering a vibrant culture and effective leadership.00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Kate's Career Journey01:32 Transition to HR and People Management02:25 Joining Built Technologies and Bus Patrol03:19 Influence of Bridgewater's Culture on Leadership05:37 Defining and Embedding Core Leadership Behaviors at Bus Patrol09:00 Role of People Function in High-Stakes Decisions11:17 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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Scaling Talent Mobility and HR Impact with Mark Arell from Herc Rentals

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Mark, Head of People and Culture at Herc Rentals. Mark shares his career journey from the U.S. Army to leading learning and development roles in various companies.

He discusses his strategic approach to talent mobility at Herc Rentals, including the creation of the Black and Gold Academy to develop internal talent.

Mark also highlights the use of people analytics to drive business growth and reduce turnover, strategies for building a talent pipeline, and aligning HR initiatives with company goals.

He emphasizes the importance of meritocracy and offers advice on how HR can better support managers.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:52 Mark's Career Journey

01:51 Scaling for Growth at HERC Rentals

03:42 Using People Analytics to Drive Change

05:33 Building and Maintaining a Talent Pipeline

06:22 Aligning HR Initiatives with Company Goals

07:15 Creating a High-Performance Culture

08:11 Parting Advice for HR Professionals

09:08 Closing Remarks

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Revolutionizing HR: Insights and Innovations with John MalanowskiIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, Dave welcomes John, a seasoned HR professional with over 40 years of experience.

John shares his diverse career journey from financial services to head of HR at tech and healthcare companies.

Notably, at Raytheon, John addressed workforce planning challenges by creating leadership development programs and improving talent acquisition strategies.

At Dartmouth Hitchcock, he implemented an apprenticeship program for medical assistants, recognized by the Obama administration, which significantly increased revenue and patient care efficiency.

John emphasizes the importance of understanding how a company makes money and advises HR professionals to diversify their experiences and follow their passions.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:53 John's Career Journey

01:48 Workforce Planning at Raytheon

04:54 Apprenticeship Program at Dartmouth Hitchcock

09:02 Understanding Business Impact in HR

10:35 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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Transformative HR: Alex Moore's Journey from College Athletics to Inclusive Recruiting

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Alex, an HR and recruiting expert, who shares her career journey from being a college athlete to becoming a leader in the recruiting industry.

Alex discusses how her competitive edge in recruiting led her to pursue a professional career in the field, spanning various industries such as renewable energy, gaming, and consulting.

She emphasizes the importance of setting clear expectations during the recruitment process to ensure employee engagement and retention.

Alex also delves into designing onboarding programs, revamping performance reviews, and adapting recruiting strategies to meet organizational needs.

She highlights the significance of continuous learning and encourages HR professionals to remain open to new ideas and practices.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:42 Alex's Career Journey

01:44 Transition to Recruiting Leadership

02:26 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives

03:43 Setting Clear Expectations in Interviews

06:08 Onboarding and Integration Programs

09:57 Overhauling Performance Reviews

13:01 Adapting Recruiting Strategies

15:08 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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Leadership and Cultural Renovation in HR with Ebonee Ifeobu on the Built by People Podcast

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Ebonee, a seasoned HR leader with extensive experience across various industries including healthcare, CPG technology, and automotive.

Ebonee shares insights from her career journey, highlighting her role in culturally sensitive HR leadership, especially in regions like Latin America. She emphasizes the importance of cultural renovation rather than transformation, aligning KPIs to measurable impacts, and innovative approaches to compensation.

Ebonee underscores the value of listening, learning, and humility in leadership. She concludes with advice on the significance of constant learning for leaders at all levels.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:41 Ebonee's Career Journey

01:49 Cultural Renovation vs. Transformation

05:57 Building a People Strategy with KPIs

08:33 Innovative Compensation Structures

10:59 Parting Advice for Leaders

11:56 Conclusion and Farewell

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Navigating Growth and Culture in HR with David GaspinIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes David, an HR expert with over 20 years of experience in building and scaling HR functions in growth-stage companies.

David shares insights on his unconventional career journey from musical theater to HR, the challenges of maintaining company culture while scaling operations, and overcoming resistance to new initiatives like OKRs. H

e also discusses innovative approaches to employee engagement and the profound impact a mentor had on his professional development.

David emphasizes the importance of curiosity, communication, and human connection in building successful teams and businesses.00:00 Introduction and Career Journey02:27 Overcoming Challenges in HR05:50 Building Teams Amid Skepticism10:52 Innovative Solutions for Employee Engagement14:13 Impactful Mentorship17:49 Parting Advice and Conclusion

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