Today's episode welcomes Arno Pepperkoorn, the Chief Talent Officer at Omnicom Media Group in the Netherlands, for an insightful conversation on constructing a robust learning academy.

With a wealth of experience in media and creative industries, Arno & Andy discuss;

• The challenges and triumphs of building the HUME Academy, a one-year program designed to develop human media and professional skills for new employees.
• How this innovative academy addresses critical topics such as diversity, inclusivity, mental health, and leadership, while also providing
• Practical insights into the global working culture, specifically comparing Dutch, US, and UK approaches.

If you're looking to enhance your talent development strategies and cultivate a more inclusive work environment, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Join us as we delve into creating meaningful and effective learning experiences for the future.

Arno Peperkoorn is a prominent figure in the media and creative industries, currently serving as the Chief Talent Officer at Omnicom Media Group in the Netherlands. He is recognized for his commitment to advancing diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and beyond. Peperkoorn is also the co-founder of Include Now, a foundation that advocates for creating inclusive environments and celebrates diverse perspectives.

His work emphasizes amplifying individual strengths and fostering respect for diversity in professional spaces. He frequently speaks at global events, including the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS), where he shares his insights on inclusivity and media’s role in promoting equity and Black excellence

Finally, and what is most relevant to our discussion today, Arno has built and run an in-house learning academy at OMG called the Hume Academy, short for “Human Media” that is a 1-year program for new employees to develop human, media, and professional skills.

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