In this episode of the Fractional Source Podcast, James and TJ sit down with Eileen O’Brien Shaw, a seasoned HR executive and founder of 1EX Advisors, to explore how organizations, public and private alike, can navigate workforce disruption, succession planning, and the rapidly evolving nature of work in 2025 and beyond.

With over 30 years of experience in healthcare, finance, technology, and startups, Eileen brings a front-row perspective on today’s most pressing workforce challenges: baby boomer retirements, shrinking talent pipelines, rising expectations from younger generations, and the urgent need for succession planning amid economic uncertainty and organizational change