The CultureCon Podcast

What would the employee experience be like if we binned the playbook? In a world where the workplace is being redefined daily, we're ditching the checklists and reimagining what leadership, culture, and employee experience. Welcome to WorkPossible.

In this kick-off episode, hosts Hattie Roche, Co-Founder and Strategy Chief at Fauna, and seasoned Chief People Officer, Elaine Page team up with CultureCon co-founders Nick Lombardino and Zach Blumenfeld to flip the traditional employee experience conversation on its head.

They dive into how a casual chat turned into a bold research initiative, why we're long overdue for unlearning how we "do" work, and what happens when we let the people create the questions.

This episode sets us up for an exciting series of conversations with people who are thinking differently about the employee experience.

Tune in for fresh perspectives, future-focused thinking, and ideas bold enough to actually change things.

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• Start by asking what's possible, not just what's broken.
• Vulnerability in leadership builds stronger teams.
• Culture is everyone's responsibility, not just HR's.
• Co-creating with employees drives better outcomes.
• Mid-level leaders need more support and clarity.

Welcome to the very first episode of The CultureCon Podcast 🎉

Nick and Zach kick things off with the wild and wonderful origin story of CultureCon: from blizzard-filled roundtables and zero event planning experience, to surprise Vegas marquees and full-on imposter syndrome.

Along the way, they share the heart behind why CultureCon exists: to make work suck less and to build authentic connections that go far beyond job titles. You'll laugh, you'll learn, and you'll get a sneak peek at the incredible stories and topics coming your way — think AI, DEI, and social entrepreneurship.

This is the start of something big, and a whole lot of fun.

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• CultureCon began with roundtable discussions focused on real workplace challenges.
• Intimate, cross-industry connections fueled the event's success.
• Culture isn't just HR's job—it's everyone's.
• The podcast extends CultureCon's mission year-round.
• Upcoming topics include AI, DEI, employer brand, and social impact.

Introducing the Official CultureCon Podcast! 🎙️

Hosted by Nick Lombardino and Zach Blumenfeld, they're taking the CultureCon experience beyond the conference. Launching this week, the Official CultureCon Podcast brings you candid conversations with bold thinkers, everyday culture shapers, and unique voices pushing to make work better for everyone.

Each episode offers fresh perspectives, real stories, and ideas you can carry into your work and life.

⏯️ Now streaming on all major platforms.

Additional Resources:

CultureCon 2025

Connect with Zach on LinkedIn

Connect with Nick on LinkedIn

Learn more about CultureCon

Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

Learn more about PeopleForward Network

• The podcast brings CultureCon's impact to a year-round platform.
• Expect unfiltered, real talk about how work actually works.
• Guests will share stories, strategies, and lessons from workplace culture.
• It's made for anyone passionate about creating meaningful work.
• Built on community support and shared curiosity.