Built By People

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, we delve into the career journey of Elizabeth (El) Lages, an HR leader whose unique operational background shapes her approach to people and culture. El shares insights into how HR leaders can apply operational disciplines to align closely with business goals, emphasizing the importance of scorekeeping and employee engagement. Additionally, we discus...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Dave interviews Jed Milstein, an experienced HR executive with a background in law, who shares his career journey from litigation to human resources. They discuss the integration of employees and culture during mergers and acquisitions, particularly within the automotive industry. Jed elaborates on the critical role of HR in ensuring seamless tr...

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, sponsored by Previ, host Dave interviews Lisa, an HR executive with 35 years of experience at Subway. Lisa shares her serendipitous start in HR, her passion for the field, and strategies for career longevity. Key topics include the evolution of HR, leadership advice, dealing with challenges like COVID-19, and the importance of empathy and resilience...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Dave welcomes Emre Altun, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Harmony Public Schools. Emre shares his unique career journey from engineering to education and human resources, emphasizing how his technical background influences his data-driven approach to HR systems. The discussion covers strategies for designing performance-based compensation p...

The Built by People podcast features HR executive Michael Downey discussing his career journey from a high school teacher to Managing Director of Total Rewards at DataRobot. Michael provides in-depth insights into key HR topics, including benchmarking practices, pay transparency, and their importance in the modern workplace. He highlights common pitfalls companies face and the significance of havi...

In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, David interviews Anthony Onesto the Chief People Officer (CPO) at Suzy, discussing his remarkable career journey from a failed accountant to a successful HR leader immersed in the startup world. Anthony shares his insights on the transformative impact of AI on organizational structures, emphasizing the increasing efficiency and reduced need for large...

The Built by People podcast, sponsored by Previ, features an in-depth conversation with Lynnette Heath with nVent, a seasoned HR executive, who shares her career journey from an administrative assistant to a Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). She emphasizes the importance of embracing movement, learning from different industries, and being willing to take risks. Lynnette also discusses the sign...

This episode of the 'Built by People' podcast features an in-depth interview with Jason Desentz, Chief Human Resource Officer at Toshiba Americas. Host Dave D'Angelo explores Jason's extensive career journey, which spans over 20 years across various industries including automotive, financial services, and healthcare. Jason shares his philosophy on leading HR functions, underlining the importance o...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Dave D'Angelo interviews Terry Chace with Vail Resorts about her career journey in HR, starting unexpectedly from a payroll system role at UPS. Terry now oversees benefits at Vail and discusses the complexities of designing total reward and benefit programs for a diverse and transient workforce. The conversation covers strategies for balancing l...

This episode of the Built by People podcast features Janice Deskus, an experienced HR leader with over 30 years of experience. Host Dave D'Angelo dives deep into Janice's extensive career, from her early days in HR at United Technologies to leading major transformations at companies like Danaher, Cigna, Aetna, Covidian, and Staples. Janice discusses her approach to change management, including her...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, sponsored by Previ, host Dave interviews Charles Mangino with Vita Coco, a seasoned HR executive with over 21 years of experience. Charles shares his career journey, transitioning from retail HR to various senior roles in tech, design, and global HR. They discuss balancing automation and personal touch in HR, integrating wellness initiatives with ben...

The Built by People Podcast features an insightful discussion with Elise Stribos, an HR leader with a diverse career spanning various industries, including startups, fitness, wellness, and now a SaaS platform, Jungle Scout. The conversation delves into her strategies for fostering community and connection in a fully remote company. Elise emphasizes the importance of leadership in setting the tone,...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, hosted by Dave, Kim Minnick, a traditional HR professional turned fractional entrepreneur, shares her journey and insights into efficient HR management. Sponsored by Predige, the discussion explores her strategies for aligning HR operations with company goals, the importance of using HRIS for data-driven decisions, and the value of fractional CHROs i...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, sponsored by Previ, host Dave converses with Karishma Patel Buford about her diverse career journey from a clinical psychologist to a chief people officer. Karishma shares her experiences across various industries, including her roles at Groupon and Spring Health. The discussion delves into the evolving role of mental health in the workplace, the imp...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, we sit down with Jeannie, a seasoned HR executive with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. Jeannie shares her unique career path from a high school business teacher to a leader in healthcare HR. She discusses the key qualities she looks for in candidates, the importance of mission alignment, and steps taken to create a supportive work environm...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, top HR leader Paige Lisk shares her unconventional career journey from being an opera singer to a chief people officer. Paige discusses the importance of expanding talent development to include individuals from non-traditional backgrounds, emphasizing how aptitude is often equally dispersed but opportunity is not. She shares insights into strategies...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Dave interviews Emma Woodthorpe, Chief People Officer at Brooks Automation. Emma shares her career journey from headhunter to HR executive and discusses key strategies for fostering a high-performance culture, leadership lessons, and the impact of COVID-19 on workplace culture. She also elaborates on the importance of having a strong network and...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Dave interviews Todd Cunningham, an HR executive with 37 years of experience. Todd shares insights from his extensive career, including his unique approach to aligning performance goals through deeply connected relationships and fostering a performance-centric culture at AvidXchange, Inc. He emphasizes the importance of care and candor, as well...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host interviews David Pearson, who shares his unique career journey in HR, starting from high school and rising through different roles, including owning a business and working at various organizations. David discusses key strategies for HR professionals, addressing challenges in global team management, cultural sensitivity, communication, and aligni...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host and guest Jason Lioy engage in a deep conversation about the critical impact of HR on business success. From Jason's career journey, starting in plant operations to ascending to a Chief People Officer role, the discussion sheds light on key strategies for aligning HR initiatives with business objectives. Jason shares invaluable lessons about und...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, sponsored by Previ, host Dave D'Angelo interviews Leslie Gutierrez-MacEachern, an HR executive with nearly 20 years of experience across various industries. Leslie shares her career journey, highlights the importance of creating a culture that embraces intellectual failure, and discusses how psychological safety and intellectual curiosity lead to res...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, Megan Nail, a seasoned HR professional, discusses her career journey and delves into key aspects of compensation and pay equity. Megan shares her strategies for ensuring pay equity across different roles and demographics, the importance of having a structured framework, and the role of data in making informed compensation decisions. Additionally, she...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Dave D'Angelo interviews David Avdul on his extensive HR career and expertise in pay equity and compensation strategies. David discusses his journey through different industries, emphasizing the importance of having a solid compensation structure to ensure pay equity across roles, demographics, and locations. He shares insights on the evolution...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Dave interviews Chelle O'Keefe, who shares her nontraditional journey into the HR field and discusses her unique approach to shaping company culture. Chelle emphasizes the importance of building on existing positive elements within an organization and highlights the influence of her marketing background on change management. She also addresses h...

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host Erin interviews an HR executive who shares their unique career journey from sales and marketing to people operations. The discussion delves into the creation of job architecture and performance management frameworks tailored to various organizations, emphasizing the importance of clear role definitions and competency evaluations. Topics include...