ZRG Unscripted

What does it look like to truly raise the talent bar in a 5,000-person, remote-first company at scale? In this episode, we sit down with LJ Brock, Chief People Officer at Coinbase, to unpack how one of the most talked-about talent models in tech is actually being run day to day. Drawing on his background in recruiting, his leadership at Citadel, and his role in helping build Red Hat, LJ shares how...

Every few years, a leader comes along who quietly redefines a role. In this episode, that leader is Lauren Duprey, Chief Human Resource Officer at Decata, a $30B global biopharma company with 55,000 employees. Lauren’s path to the CHRO seat defies convention. From studying genetics at Harvard to consulting at the intersection of science and business, she discovered that behind every commercial cha...

What happens when one of the great HR leaders of a generation is told they aren't going to live to see their kids grow up? Our guest this week, Tim Huval, has lived through it, literally. Dan Kaplan and Tim talk about how Tim's medical crisis reshaped his approach to work, family, and everything in his life. You don't want to miss this conversation.

In this episode of Wake Up HR, Dan Kaplan interviews Christina Schelling, Senior Vice President and Chief Talent Officer at Verizon. Christina shares her unique career journey from the CIA to corporate HR, highlighting the lessons learned in predictive analytics, team dynamics, and the importance of mentorship. She discusses the challenges and strategies in navigating the return to office during t...

Summary In this inaugural episode of Wake Up HR, Dan Kaplan interviews Kevin Cox, a seasoned HR leader, discussing the evolution of HR from its early days as 'Personnel' to its current strategic role in organizations. They explore the challenges faced by modern HR leaders, the importance of purpose in leadership, and the impact of AI on the future of HR. Kevin shares valuable lessons from his care...