The HR Huddle

HR, We Have a Problem - Beyond borders: exploring HR practices, tech innovation across diverse regions, and the need for a global perspective.


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In this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner Teri Zipper and guest Thomas Otter, General Partner at Acadian Ventures, discuss 

the often-overlooked realm of HR in emerging markets, shedding light on the unique challenges and innovations taking place outside the United States. With a focus on diverse regions like Africa, Europe, and Asia, the conversation aims to uncover the global trends shaping HR practices.



Key points covered include:


↪️ The growing global audience of HR-related podcasts, the focus on exploring HR trends in emerging markets beyond the U.S., and the need for a nuanced understanding of these diverse regions.


↪️ Thomas Otter shares his extensive HR technology career across South Africa, Germany, and the UK - including his former SAP product head turned investor role and insights into his transition and commitment to exploring opportunities in emerging markets.


↪️ Kenya's mobile app M-Pesa, which serves as a multifunctional tool for financial transactions, further highlights technological advancements’ impact in emerging markets.


↪️ The importance of adapting HR solutions for frontline workers in emerging markets, leveraging platforms like WhatsApp for communications and recruitment.


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