In today’s episode, Jeff interviews Karen Sjoblom, an award-winning writer and communicator with nearly 40 years of experience crafting powerful narratives for organizations like American Express, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and many more. Karen’s career spans corporate communications, healthcare storytelling, non-profit leadership, and book authorship. This is all rooted in her belief in the power of story to drive connection and change.

Jeff and Karen dive into the role of storytelling in leadership and how understanding your own story helps you lead with authenticity, clarity, and empathy. From her work with major brands to her time co-founding a non-profit for single moms, Karen shares how leaders can bring their best self to the table and inspire others through intentional communication.

Our podcast is sponsored by Evolve HR Solutions, a global HR consulting, recruiting, and software company dedicated to meeting all of your HR needs. Find out more information on Evolve HR Solutions' wide range of services at:

www.evolvehrs.com 

Jeff is the former Chief Talent and Integration Officer at Alkegen with 20+ years of experience in HR, Finance, IT, and M&A at Intel and Kimberly Clark. Jeff has lived in eight countries and is currently based in Dallas, TX. He is a published author, an Adjunct Professor at Baylor University, and is passionate about growing talent.

In today’s episode, Jeff interviews Marcelo Calbucci, a veteran technologist, serial entrepreneur, and startup ecosystem builder with a career spanning Microsoft, Amazon, and over $40M in venture-backed startups. Born in Brazil and now based in Seattle, Marcelo has spent the past two decades launching companies, building communities, and helping founders bring ambitious ideas to life.

Jeff and Marcelo explore The PRFAQ Framework—a method Marcelo developed to help innovators clarify ideas, articulate them effectively, and drive action. Drawing from his experience at Amazon and in startups, Marcelo shares how this approach gives projects a stronger foundation and a clearer path to success.

Our podcast is sponsored by Evolve HR Solutions, a global HR consulting, recruiting, and software company dedicated to meeting all of your HR needs. Find out more information on Evolve HR Solutions' wide range of services at evolvehrs.com.

Jeff is the former Chief Talent and Integration Officer at Alkegen with 20+ years of experience in HR, Finance, IT, and M&A at Intel and Kimberly Clark. Jeff has lived in eight countries and is currently based in Dallas, TX. He is a published author, an Adjunct Professor at Baylor University, and is passionate about growing talent.

In today's episode, Jeff interviews Cydney White, an innovative HR leader with a proven track record of designing and driving high-impact talent strategies that align people, performance, and business outcomes. With hands-on experience across all facets of HR operations and a deep commitment to building trust-driven, performance-focused cultures, Cydney shares how artificial intelligence is transforming the way organizations approach talent strategy. Together, Jeff and Cydney explore how AI can enhance decision-making, streamline HR processes, and support more agile, forward-thinking teams—while keeping people at the center of it all.

Our podcast is sponsored by Evolve HR Solutions, a global HR consulting, recruiting, and software company dedicated to meeting all of your HR needs. Find out more information on Evolve HR Solutions' wide range of services at:

evolvehrs.com

Jeff is the former Chief Talent and Integration Officer at Alkegen with 20+ years of experience in HR, Finance, IT, and M&A at Intel and Kimberly Clark. Jeff has lived in eight countries and is currently based in Dallas, TX. He is a published author, an Adjunct Professor at Baylor University, and is passionate about growing talent.

In today's episode, Jeff interviews Scott Holman, a dynamic HR and operations leader with over 35 years of global experience developing high-performance teams and building collaborative, results-driven cultures. 

Our podcast is sponsored by Evolve HR Solutions, a global HR consulting, recruiting, and software company dedicated to meeting all of your HR needs. Find out more information on Evolve HR Solutions' wide range of services at: 

evolvehrs.com

Jeff is the former Chief Talent and Integration Officer at Alkegen with 20+ years of experience in HR, Finance, IT, and M&A at Intel and Kimberly Clark. Jeff has lived in eight countries and is currently based in Dallas, TX. He is a published author, an Adjunct Professor at Baylor University, and is passionate about growing talent.

In today's episode, Jeff interviews Jeff Yates, Vice President of S3 Management Group, an employee risk management company committed to the principle that employees are both an organization's greatest asset and its greatest risk. With nearly 15 years of experience helping organizations across the U.S., Jeff challenges conventional hiring practices, questioning why companies still rely on resumes and interviews alone to make critical hiring decisions. 

Our podcast is sponsored by Evolve HR Solutions, a global HR consulting, recruiting, and software company dedicated to meeting all of your HR needs. Find out more information on Evolve HR Solutions' wide range of services at evolvehrs.com.

Jeff is the former Chief Talent and Integration Officer at Alkegen with 20+ years of experience in HR, Finance, IT, and M&A at Intel and Kimberly Clark. Jeff has lived in eight countries and is currently based in Dallas, TX. He is a published author, an Adjunct Professor at Baylor University, and is passionate about growing talent

In today's episode, Jeff interviews Fritz Maier, a seasoned HR leader and Senior Business Consultant specializing in strategic alignment between employee relations, HR, and talent management. With experience as the Chief Human Resources Officer at Wineshipping, Fritz has navigated complex HR operations within the private equity 3PL sector, shaping leadership pipelines and fostering high-performing teams. He and Jeff discuss teamwork, collaboration, and innovation in employee engagement as a way of building a sense of ownership in every employee's approach toward their role in a company. 

Our podcast is sponsored by Evolve HR Solutions, a global HR consulting, recruiting, and software company dedicated to meeting all of your HR needs. Find out more information on Evolve HR Solutions' wide range of services at evolvehrs.com.

Jeff is the former Chief Talent and Integration Officer at Alkegen with 20+ years of experience in HR, Finance, IT, and M&A at Intel and Kimberly Clark. Jeff has lived in eight countries and is currently based in Dallas, TX. He is a published author, an Adjunct Professor at Baylor University, and is passionate about growing talent

In today's episode, Jeff interviews Nir Megnazi, a certified leadership coach (PPC) and the co-creator of Intel’s award-winning flagship Leadership Coaching Program for senior managers. With over two decades of experience as an engineer and 23 years of military leadership, Nir brings a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic insight. Jeff and Nir discuss how self-awareness, emotional resilience, and high-impact communication can empower leaders to unlock their teams’ full potential, navigate challenges, and drive results in complex environments.

Our podcast is sponsored by Evolve HR Solutions, a global HR consulting, recruiting, and software company dedicated to meeting all of your HR needs. Find out more information on Evolve HR Solutions' wide range of services at evolvehrs.com.

Jeff is the former Chief Talent and Integration Officer at Alkegen with 20+ years of experience in HR, Finance, IT, and M&A at Intel and Kimberly Clark. Jeff has lived in eight countries and is currently based in Dallas, TX. He is a published author, an Adjunct Professor at Baylor University, and is passionate about growing talent.

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In today's episode, Jeff interviews Deb Hill, the VP of Human Resources at Avid Technologies, a software developer for media and music spaces. Deb has over 20 years of people leadership and scaling HR strategies for fast paced organizations. In today's episode, Jeff and Deb discuss how to bring employee engagement back to life in your organization in a work-from-home and hybrid working culture.   

Our podcast is sponsored by Evolve HR Solutions, a global HR consulting, recruiting, and software company dedicated to meet all of your HR needs. Find out more information on Evolve HR Solutions' wide range of services at evolvehrs.com. 

Jeff is the former Chief Talent and Integration Officer at Alkegen with 20+ years of experience in HR, Finance, IT, and M&A at Intel and Kimberly Clark. Jeff has lived in eight countries and is currently based in Dallas, TX. He is a published author, an Adjunct Professor at Baylor University, and is passionate about growing talent.

Welcome to Season 2 of The Leadership Puzzle! In this project, take a journey with your host, Jeff Lupinacci, to piece together the complexities of HR and leadership with some of the world's most accomplished leaders. 

In today's episode, Jeff interviews Bill Hefferman, the Principal Leadership Consultant at Bill Hefferman Consulting. For 30 years, Bill has led transformation initiatives across a range of companies, countries, and cultures. In today's episode, Jeff and Bill discuss how mental wellness and brain-based tools and principals will upgrade your leadership.   

Our podcast is sponsored by Evolve HR Solutions, a global HR consulting, recruiting, and software company dedicated to meet all of your HR needs. Find out more information on Evolve HR Solutions' wide range of services at evolvehrs.com. 

Jeff is the former Chief Talent and Integration Officer at Alkegen with 20+ years of experience in HR, Finance, IT, and M&A at Intel and Kimberly Clark. Jeff has lived in eight countries and is currently based in Dallas, TX. He is a published author, an Adjunct Professor at Baylor University, and is passionate about growing talent.

In today's episode, Jeff interviews D'Mar Philips, the Vice President of People for RS Americas, a global omnichannel provider of product and service solutions located in Fort Worth, TX. In today's episode, Jeff and D'Mar discuss how empathetic leadership will change your organization.   

Our podcast is sponsored by Evolve HR Solutions, a global HR consulting, recruiting, and software company dedicated to meet all of your HR needs. Find out more information on Evolve HR Solutions' wide range of services at evolvehrs.com. 

Jeff is the former Chief Talent and Integration Officer at Alkegen with 20+ years of experience in HR, Finance, IT, and M&A at Intel and Kimberly Clark. Jeff has lived in eight countries and is currently based in Dallas, TX. He is a published author, an Adjunct Professor at Baylor University, and is passionate about growing talent.