HR Like a Boss

About Chadwick Klein

Chadwick Klein is a senior HR professional with 13+ years of demonstrated success leading people operations across multiple industries. He currently sits on the board at Akron Area SHRM as the president and is well versed in building/administering HR departments based on best practices. He’s adept in collaborating with senior leadership and key stakeholders across departments and locations. Chadwick has extensive experience in all aspects of talent acquisition and retention, performance improvement, and workforce planning and development. Throughout his professional journey, Chadwick has been driven by a fundamental desire to find opportunities to bring the business need and the people together.

About HR Like a Boss

In late 2018, John began working on a presentation centered around the key concept that the best human resources professionals he knows have a unique understanding of the financial and business side of their organizations. In fact, some of the best are business people first and human resources professionals second. After delivering the fourth presentation to a local SHRM chapter the idea for writing a book was born. And everyone knows the best way to write a book about gaining expertise is to talk to the experts. These chats build the foundation for "HR Like a Boss" the book while providing game-changing advice from those conducting human resources "like a boss."

About Deborah Gordon

A highly energetic executive and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience with Fortune 500 organizations such as the Cleveland Clinic, PNC Bank, Federal Express Supply Chain, Inc., and Roadway Express, Inc. Ms. Gordon has an impeccable record of success. She has led numerous Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, financial and operational projects from concept to completion, demonstrating the ability to turn detailed data analysis into strategic implementation and execution.

About HR Like a Boss

In late 2018, John began working on a presentation centered around the key concept that the best human resources professionals he knows have a unique understanding of the financial and business side of their organizations. In fact, some of the best are business people first and human resources professionals second. After delivering the fourth presentation to a local SHRM chapter the idea for writing a book was born. And everyone knows the best way to write a book about gaining expertise is to talk to the experts. These chats build the foundation for "HR Like a Boss" the book while providing game-changing advice from those conducting human resources "like a boss."

About Tana Mann Easton

Tana Mann Easton is the Lead Efficiency Engineer at Focus to Evolve.  Tana grew up in the charming small town of Mondovi, Wisconsin, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse.  She moved to New York City for 6 years after college and spread her wings by extensively exploring that amazing city, using it as a home base to see the world, and getting her first real adult job.  She worked as a Senior Private Client Coordinator at the financial firm AB Bernstein for 14 years.  During that time, she met many wonderful people and received a first-rate education in customer service, professional etiquette, and organization skills.  Tana became so efficient and enjoyed learning how to be productive so much that she joined Focus to Evolve in May 2020 to teach others the cheat codes that she's learned from her life and from other great teachers.  Focus to Evolve teaches people how to optimize their email and task systems and other organization and efficiency methods to live life by design instead of by default.  Tana currently lives in Medina, Ohio with her husband and son and loves being a professional guide who leads people in the direction of balance.

About HR Like a Boss

In late 2018, John began working on a presentation centered around the key concept that the best human resources professionals he knows have a unique understanding of the financial and business side of their organizations. In fact, some of the best are business people first and human resources professionals second. After delivering the fourth presentation to a local SHRM chapter the idea for writing a book was born. And everyone knows the best way to write a book about gaining expertise is to talk to the experts. These chats build the foundation for "HR Like a Boss" the book while providing game-changing advice from those conducting human resources "like a boss."

About Brian Rolnick-Fox

Brian Rolnick-Fox is the founder of Nimble Learning Strategies, which helps executives close the skill gaps around communication, collaboration, and leadership. All qualities vital to every organization’s growth. Using the tools of improvisational theater, Nimble Learning Strategies helps leaders move beyond transactional relationships and focus on powerful relationships so they can get more done.

Before Nimble Learning Strategies, Brian’s career zig-zagged and includes time spent as an actor, writer, non-profit executive, public relations, and learning development. He considers being a father and husband as his first and most important job.

About HR Like a Boss

In late 2018, John began working on a presentation centered around the key concept that the best human resources professionals he knows have a unique understanding of the financial and business side of their organizations. In fact, some of the best are business people first and human resources professionals second. After delivering the fourth presentation to a local SHRM chapter the idea for writing a book was born. And everyone knows the best way to write a book about gaining expertise is to talk to the experts. These chats build the foundation for "HR Like a Boss" the book while providing game-changing advice from those conducting human resources "like a boss."

About Wendy Worthington

Wendy is the corporate HR director at SIFCO industries with experience at Key Bank as their HR director. Wendy is knowledgeable of human resources practices and deeply understands how to build great cultures.

About HR Like a Boss

In late 2018, John began working on a presentation centered around the key concept that the best human resources professionals he knows have a unique understanding of the financial and business side of their organizations. In fact, some of the best are business people first and human resources professionals second. After delivering the fourth presentation to a local SHRM chapter the idea for writing a book was born. And everyone knows the best way to write a book about gaining expertise is to talk to the experts. These chats build the foundation for "HR Like a Boss" the book while providing game-changing advice from those conducting human resources "like a boss."

About Laura Mazzullo

Laura Mazzullo is the Founder and Owner of East Side Staffing, a boutique recruitment firm focused on the placement of Human Resources professionals. Since 2003, Laura has maintained a successful career in Recruitment working in major markets such as Chicago, Illinois, Stamford, Connecticut and New York, New York. She has always embodied an energetic, entrepreneurial spirit and an extraordinary desire for achieving excellence in recruitment. Laura recognized a need in the marketplace for her HR Recruitment expertise and she decided to create a recruitment firm offering a personalized service for both candidates and clients. In 2013, East Side Staffing was born!

About HR Like a Boss

In late 2018, John began working on a presentation centered around the key concept that the best human resources professionals he knows have a unique understanding of the financial and business side of their organizations. In fact, some of the best are business people first and human resources professionals second. After delivering the fourth presentation to a local SHRM chapter the idea for writing a book was born. And everyone knows the best way to write a book about gaining expertise is to talk to the experts. These chats build the foundation for "HR Like a Boss" the book while providing game-changing advice from those conducting human resources "like a boss."

About Ben Eubanks

Ben Eubanks is the Principal Analyst at Lighthouse Research, a firm dedicated to uncovering the trends and technologies that drive HR, learning, and talent. His research focuses on human capital innovation, strategy, and technology. In addition, Ben writes a blog for in-the-trenches HR leaders at upstartHR.com, a resource that has touched more than 650,000 lives since 2009. You can connect with him on Twitter or LinkedIn.

About HR Like a Boss

In late 2018, John began working on a presentation centered around the key concept that the best human resources professionals he knows have a unique understanding of the financial and business side of their organizations. In fact, some of the best are business people first and human resources professionals second. After delivering the fourth presentation to a local SHRM chapter the idea for writing a book was born. And everyone knows the best way to write a book about gaining expertise is to talk to the experts. These chats build the foundation for "HR Like a Boss" the book while providing game-changing advice from those conducting human resources "like a boss."

About Patricia Tourigny

Patricia Tourigny is a purpose-driven HR leader with over 25 years of progressive and innovative HR experience spanning Talent Acquisition, HR Service Delivery, HR Systems, Payroll, Project Management and Talent Management.

Patricia started her career as a Recruiter for Aetna and then took some time away from corporate work to raise her family.

When it was time to return to the corporate world, she leveraged her recruiting experience to head a small Talent Acquisition team at ING, now Voya Financial. Within 4 years, she was promoted to head up Talent Acquisition for North America. After that, Patricia moved to Magellan Health as VP, Talent Acquisition and eventually was promoted to Senior Vice President, HR Shared Services.

Recently, Patricia decided it was time to make another shift and has transitioned to a more portfolio life that combines meaningful, part time HR work, coaching and mentoring with Untapped Potential and time to explore and enjoy hobbies and activities that have been neglected for too long.

Patricia holds a Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, from The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, is certified in both Hogan and 360 Feedback assessments, earned an Executive Green Belt, is a SPHR and a member of SHRM.

About HR Like a Boss

In late 2018, John began working on a presentation centered around the key concept that the best human resources professionals he knows have a unique understanding of the financial and business side of their organizations. In fact, some of the best are business people first and human resources professionals second. After delivering the fourth presentation to a local SHRM chapter the idea for writing a book was born. And everyone knows the best way to write a book about gaining expertise is to talk to the experts. These chats build the foundation for "HR Like a Boss" the book while providing game-changing advice from those conducting human resources "like a boss."

About Deborah Tatro

Deborah Tatro is known for leading people and designing strategies for business excellence. She is an innovative human resources professional dedicated to organizational development, culture and effectiveness, DE&I architecture, profitability and growth. Deborah is focused on  driving collaboration, building effective teams, and shaping organizational culture to support strategic initiatives and innovation.

Throughout her career, Deborah has been an instrumental change agent committed to successful, sustainable business process management, while also being an expert mediator for conflict management and resolution.

About HR Like a Boss

In late 2018, John began working on a presentation centered around the key concept that the best human resources professionals he knows have a unique understanding of the financial and business side of their organizations. In fact, some of the best are business people first and human resources professionals second. After delivering the fourth presentation to a local SHRM chapter the idea for writing a book was born. And everyone knows the best way to write a book about gaining expertise is to talk to the experts. These chats build the foundation for "HR Like a Boss" the book while providing game-changing advice from those conducting human resources "like a boss."

About Claire Petrie

Claire Petrie is currently the Director of Technology Talent Management at Lighthouse Technology Services and President of Claire Petrie HR & Training LLC. She’s been in HR and recruiting for over 8 years. She has used LinkedIn and Twitter to build her personal brand and uncover new opportunities for herself and the companies she’s worked for. She’s passionate about helping others do the same! She is PHR and SHRM-CP certified, on the board of BNHRA, her local SHRM chapter, and a camp counselor and board member for Empower Camp.

About HR Like a Boss

In late 2018, John began working on a presentation centered around the key concept that the best human resources professionals he knows have a unique understanding of the financial and business side of their organizations. In fact, some of the best are business people first and human resources professionals second. After delivering the fourth presentation to a local SHRM chapter the idea for writing a book was born. And everyone knows the best way to write a book about gaining expertise is to talk to the experts. These chats build the foundation for "HR Like a Boss" the book while providing game-changing advice from those conducting human resources "like a boss."