With over 2,000 employees on 5 continents, Italian-based DiaSorin, is a company specializing in diagnostic tests that include early-stage. Corporate VP for HR North America, Deb Gran shares much from her massive resume of knowledge and strategy. Listen in on this engaging conversation from a seasoned veteran of Human Resources.
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The "What the HR!" podcast is hosted by TCSHRM board member, Mike Thul & Jessie Novey. The podcast provides insights, strategies, and anecdotes that explore how to build better businesses through modern people practices and approaches. Topics covered include Organizational Development, Employee Engagement, Listening Strategies, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Company Culture, Transformation, Talent and Leadership.
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What the HR! 4 DiaSorin Corporate VP for HR North America Deb Gran

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A talent executive with Fortune 30 experience, Kelly has real-world expertise in all facets of HR including global organizational performance, leadership development, executive/C-Suite talent succession, recruitment, HR technology, and organizational talent management. She has worked in many different business environments for over 25 years.
She currently works for world renowned researcher and author Marcus Buckingham as well as owns her own private coaching practice. Kelly has worked with clients in organizations such as Nike, Target, Walmart, Amazon and in all business facets from HR to Advertising.
Guests:
Kelly Johnson: Human Resources Executive Consultant and Coach
linkedin.com/in/kellyjohnsoncoaching
Hosts:
Mike Thul - linkedin.com/in/thulmichael
Jessie Novey - linkedin.com/in/jessienovey
 
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Twin Cities Society For Human Resources: Recognized as one of the nation's largest SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) chapters, TCSHRM is based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. With an ongoing calendar of events, we are an active SHRM group always looking to promote, influence, and educate our members through multiple channels.
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Episode 88: Developing People Through Their Strengths

Ty Davidson joins the podcast to discuss the results of Kudoboards “2024 Employee Happiness Trends in the U.S. Based on insights from nearly 600 professionals across Fortune 500 companies, this comprehensive analysis uncovers the transformative influence of gratitude and recognition on workplace dynamics.
Key highlights include:
98% of respondents acknowledged that increased appreciation leads to higher work dedication and happiness
97% noting the underestimated impact of receiving recognition
98% believed that individuals would work harder and be happier if they felt more appreciated
90% of participants reported feeling that organizations underestimate the positive effects of employee gratitude
2024 Employee Happiness Trends in the U.S.: https://www.kudoboard.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Employee-Happiness-Trends-in-the-US-Report-2024.pdf
 
Guests:
Ty Davidson: Digital Marketer | Copywriter | Search Engine Optimizer (SEO) | Content Strategist
linkedin.com/in/tyldavidson
 
Hosts:
Mike Thul - linkedin.com/in/thulmichael
Jessie Novey - linkedin.com/in/jessienovey
 
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Twin Cities Society For Human Resources: Recognized as one of the nation's largest SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) chapters, TCSHRM is based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. With an ongoing calendar of events, we are an active SHRM group always looking to promote, influence, and educate our members through multiple channels.
Join Us! Become a TCSHRM Member. https://www.tcshrm.org/
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Episode 87: Employee Happiness Trends 2024

Angela is the founder of Lift Bridge Strategy, a boutique consultancy focused on more personal and human-centered approaches to helping companies grow. Angela is known for building innovative teams to focus on people during periods of high growth, talent shortage, internal shifts in culture due to leadership or ownership transition, and M&A integration.
Prior to founding Lift Bridge, Angela led teams focused on talent and the team member experience at Marvin. Angela also held multiple leadership roles in Human Resources with Walmart, where she helped impact talent and engagement for associates across the business. Angela holds a B.A. in Psychology from Coe College and an M.A. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Minnesota State University, Mankato. When not working, Angela enjoys reading, traveling with her husband and spoiling her two springer spaniels, George and Grace.
 
Guests:
Angela Christman: Founder | Advisor | Board President | Speaker | Podcast Host
linkedin.com/in/angelachristman
Hosts:
Mike Thul - linkedin.com/in/thulmichael
Jessie Novey - linkedin.com/in/jessienovey
 
INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP? Please email sponsors@tcshrm.org.
Twin Cities Society For Human Resources: Recognized as one of the nation's largest SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) chapters, TCSHRM is based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. With an ongoing calendar of events, we are an active SHRM group always looking to promote, influence, and educate our members through multiple channels.
Join Us! Become a TCSHRM Member. https://www.tcshrm.org/
Thank you for listening, and if you enjoy this podcast please consider leaving a review as it helps us reach more listeners. 
 
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Episode 86: Driving Performance Through a Human Centered Strategy

Leigha Jansen joins the pod to discuss all things AI in HR! Tune in to learn how to best leverage AI in the workplace and what needs to be done to govern it. 
 
Leigha Jansen, EdD, CPACC, is the director of educational technology at Continued. With degrees from the University of Minnesota and Nova Southeastern, Dr. Jansen brings brains, heart, and over 20 years of experience to the table. Her passion is leveraging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), to deliver top-notch continuing education for adult learners nationwide.A self-proclaimed lifelong learner, Dr. Jansen holds the CPACC credential and keeps digital accessibility at the forefront. She served on the IACET Board of Directors and as an adjunct faculty member at Concordia University because she believes in the combined power of learning and technology to change lives for the better. At Continued and beyond, Dr. Jansen is an educational ambassador who brings knowledge, compassion, and vision to every project. Her friendly Midwestern warmth makes everyone feel genuinely welcome.
 
Guest: Leigha Jansen: Director, Educational Technology at continued
linkedin.com/in/leighajansen
 
Hosts:
Mike Thul - linkedin.com/in/thulmichael
Jessie Novey - linkedin.com/in/jessienovey
 
INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP? Please email sponsors@tcshrm.org.
Twin Cities Society For Human Resources: Recognized as one of the nation's largest SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) chapters, TCSHRM is based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. With an ongoing calendar of events, we are an active SHRM group always looking to promote, influence, and educate our members through multiple channels.
Join Us! Become a TCSHRM Member. https://www.tcshrm.org/
Thank you for listening, and if you enjoy this podcast please consider leaving a review as it helps us reach more listeners. 
 
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Episode 85: How HR Can Leverage AI

When Casey joined his new company, he made a goal to have 100 conversations in 100 days. Tune in to this episode to learn about his journey and what came out of it.
 
Guest: Casey Sarver, Vice President Human Resources @ Knutson Construction
linkedin.com/in/casey-sarver-3026073
 
Hosts:
Mike Thul - linkedin.com/in/thulmichael
Jessie Novey - linkedin.com/in/jessienovey
 
INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP? Please email sponsors@tcshrm.org.
Twin Cities Society For Human Resources: Recognized as one of the nation's largest SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) chapters, TCSHRM is based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. With an ongoing calendar of events, we are an active SHRM group always looking to promote, influence, and educate our members through multiple channels.
Join Us! Become a TCSHRM Member. https://www.tcshrm.org/
Thank you for listening, and if you enjoy this podcast please consider leaving a review as it helps us reach more listeners. 
 
© MMXXIII TCSHRM. All Rights Reserved. For Personal Use Only.

What the HR! 4 DiaSorin Corporate VP for HR North America Deb Gran

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