Built By People

Navigating Change: Insights from Lisseth Zouhbi on Organizational HR Transformation In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Lisseth, the Chief Human Resources Officer for Childcare Resource Center. Lisseth shares her extensive career journey in human resources, which spans almost 25 years, including her transition from hospitality to the nonprofit sector. She discusses m...

Revolutionizing HR with AI: Mandy Monk's Unique Journey and InsightsIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, Mandy shares her unique career journey from IT to HR, discussing her extensive experience in technical training, entrepreneurship, and hospitality. She delves into the integration of AI in talent strategy, highlighting its potential to transform HR processes while maintaining a human...

Leadership and HR Development with Shannon Ross on the Built by People Podcast In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host welcomes Shannon, a 20-year HR veteran, to discuss her career journey and insights on leadership development and employee retention. Shannon shares her transition from a college athlete to an HR professional, with experiences ranging from hospitality and inside sales...

Maximizing Workforce Performance through Strategic Learning: Insights from Eileen Cooke In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave interviews Eileen, a seasoned expert in corporate training and development. Eileen shares her career journey, emphasizing her consistent focus on using education for workforce development. She discusses the crucial role of aligning learning with performa...

Insights with Tomekia Williams: Navigating Benefits Administration and Mental Health Support in HR In this Built by People Podcast episode, we welcome Tomekia, Senior Benefits Manager, who shares her career journey from benefits administration to HR leadership. Tomekia discusses the importance of benefits education and the innovative use of AI tools to enhance benefits communication. She highlight...

Unveiling HR Leadership and Healthcare Transformation with Jim O'Gorman In this Built by People Podcast episode, host Dave interviews Jim, an HR executive with a diverse career spanning geographic mapping, entertainment, and healthcare. Jim shares his journey and the impact of a negative leadership experience on his leadership style. The discussion highlights the evolving complexities and cost...

Building HR Credibility and Influence with Dee Brown In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Dee, an experienced HR leader, to share her career journey and valuable insights. With over 20 years in the industry, Dee discusses her diverse experiences from insurance to senior living, and her current role at West Bend Insurance. They explore how HR can build credibility and i...

Insights with Douglas Parks: Three-Act Career Journey and Strategic HR Transformation In this Built by People Podcast episode, we welcome Doug, who shares his unique career journey defined by three acts: business development, consulting, and HR leadership. Doug discusses a successful HR initiative that connected business strategy with performance, achieving significant cost savings and enhancing e...

Navigating HR Challenges and Union Relations with Meredith Gatzke In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, we welcome Meredith, Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Montclair State University, as she discusses her career journey from teaching to HR leadership. Meredith shares her experiences working in heavily unionized environments, emphasizing the importance of communicatio...

Insights with Marc Hinson: Effective Talent Acquisition and Performance Management in Hospitality In this Built by People Podcast episode, we welcome Mark, Chief People Officer at Smokey Bones, who shares his career journey from working in restaurants to leading HR operations. Mark discusses the importance of effective talent acquisition and performance management in the hospitality industry. He h...

Leadership Insights with Ashima Kapur: Navigating People Development and Community Engagement In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, we welcome Ashima, who shares her journey from a master's in psychology to leading the HR function at a major insurance and financial services company. Ashima discusses her approach to people development, emphasizing the importance of mutual accountabili...

Leadership Insights with Courtney Cherry Ellis: Scaling People and Business Together In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, we welcome Courtney, who shares her journey from management consulting to becoming a key figure in the HR world. Courtney discusses her unique approach to career changes and the importance of building trust and context within a team. She explains how intentional orga...

Navigating HR Leadership in Startups with Heather Dunn In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Heather, Chief People Officer at Brex, to discuss her extensive career in human resources, from her beginnings at a claims department to leadership roles at Microsoft, Dropbox, and various startups. Heather touches on navigating return-to-office mandates while balancing flexibi...

Creating Values-Based, People-Centric Organizations with Shelley Wells In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Shelly, an HR leader with extensive experience in building values-based, people-centric organizations. Shelly shares her career journey from an HR admin in the hotel industry to co-founding People Inc., a company dedicated to helping organizations create high-pe...

Insightful HR Leadership with Andrea Brunet In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Andrea, an experienced HR executive. Andrea shares her unique career journey from insurance claims to human resources and discusses various aspects of HR management, including strategies for preventing wrongful termination claims, creating a safe work environment, and fostering compliance...

Harnessing HR Analytics: Insights from Tushar Pandit on the Built by People Podcast In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, Dave welcomes Tushar, an HR leader with 25+ years of experience. Tushar discusses his career journey, emphasizing the importance of optimizing talent for organizational success. He introduces the RRUR framework (Relevancy, Urgency, Revenue) to highlight the transition...

Building a Culture of Care with Meghan Stettler from OC Tanner In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Meghan, a representative from OC Tanner, to discuss the significance of cultivating a caring workplace culture. Meghan shares insights about her diverse career journey from television journalism to diplomacy and now, workplace culture research. The conversation delves i...

Navigating HR Leadership with D'Mar Phillips In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes D'Mar Phillips, Vice President of People and Culture at RS Americas. D'Mar shares his career journey from accounting to HR, highlighting his diverse experiences in varied industries including technology, retail, automotive, and manufacturing. He discusses pivotal moments that...

Empowering Supervisors and Engaging Gen Z: Insights from Jemar Ward In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Jemar, who shares his career journey from workforce development to leading HR roles in both government and nonprofit sectors. Jemar discusses empowering supervisors to take ownership of performance management and the importance of continuous feedback. He also highl...

Evolving Employee Experience with Kimberly Saied: Insights for HR Leaders In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Kim, an HR executive with over 20 years of experience across various industries including telecommunications and the Department of Defense. Kim discusses the shift from employee engagement to a holistic employee experience, highlighting the changing expectati...

Leadership through Self-Motivation: Melissa Lloyd's HR Journey In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave invites Melissa, a seasoned HR executive, to discuss her extensive career in human resources, particularly in the banking industry. Melissa shares insights about her self-motivated journey from her early roles to becoming a director at 25, and how she developed key employee...

Navigating HR Challenges and Employee Retention with Matthew Rieck In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave interviews Matt, a seasoned HR leader. Matt shares his unconventional career journey from insurance to HR, his experience in integrating multiple small insurance agencies, and insights on improving employee retention. He emphasizes the importance of succession planning, empl...

Navigating HR Leadership in PE-Backed Organizations with Karen Greene In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Karen, the global VP of HR at Escalon Services. Karen shares her extensive 25-year career journey in HR, focusing on the professional services industry and her role in leading global teams. She discusses the unique challenges and differences of HR leadership in P...

Transforming HR Leadership with Robert Sklans's Insights In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Rob, an HR executive with a diverse career journey. Rob shares his experiences from starting in emergency medical services to leading HR functions at Johnson & Johnson and other life science companies. He details his involvement in launching successful product lines like...

Maral Kazanjian's In-depth HR Journey and Insights at Moody's In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave dives into the career journey of Maral, an HR executive with roots in law and extensive experience at companies like Moody's and WeWork. Maral shares personal stories, such as being inspired by Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and professional milestones, including her transition...