Built By People

Navigating HR Leadership Challenges with Shari Chernack - Insights from the Built by People Podcast In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Shari, Chief People Officer at Isaacson Miller, who shares her unique career journey from consulting to leading HR in various organizations. Sherry discusses the isolation and challenges faced by CHROs, especially during the pandemic,...

The Impact of Structured Mentorship Programs with HR Leader AdamIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Adam, an experienced HR leader, to discuss his extensive career journey and the importance of structured mentorship programs. Adam shares insights from his time at United Airlines, detailing how structured mentorship helped new HR hires integrate and thrive. He highlig...

Leveraging Wellbeing to Drive Business Outcomes with Frank Giampietro from Ernst & Young In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Frank, a seasoned HR leader from Ernst & Young. Frank shares his extensive career journey in consultancy roles focused on large-scale change and leadership alignment. He highlights his pivotal role during the COVID-19 pandemic in reimagi...

From Introvert to Influencer: Alana's HR Leadership JourneyIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Alana, a seasoned HR executive with over 16 years of experience. Alana shares her career journey through various manufacturing and engineering companies, culminating in her current role as Chief People Officer at Professional Engineering Consultants. She discusses overco...

Navigating Technological Transformation with Empathetic LeadershipIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Emma, a seasoned HR leader, who shares her career journey and experiences in people and organizational development. Emma discusses the challenges her organization faced during a technological transformation compounded by an unexpected CEO transition. She emphasizes th...

Transforming HR at Zebra Technologies with Jeff on the Built by People PodcastIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, Jeff, the Chief People Officer at Zebra Technologies, shares his journey from a computer scientist to an HR executive. He discusses the transformation of HR at Zebra Technologies from a reactive to a strategic partner role, emphasizing the importance of consistent service a...

Securing Training Grants and Upskilling Employees with StephanieIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Stephanie, an experienced HR leader, to discuss her career journey and expertise in securing training grants. Stephanie shares how she initially entered the HR field and highlights her success at Qualex, where she managed job training grants. She also explains Californi...

Navigating Leadership Transitions with Susan on Built by People PodcastIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, Susan shares her journey from IBM marketing and sales to HR and talent acquisition in the technology sector. Susan discusses the challenges and strategies involved in upgrading leadership team capabilities during significant revenue growth. She emphasizes the importance of fact-ba...

Innovative HR Solutions and Career Journey with PatrickIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Patrick, a seasoned HR leader who shares his unexpected career journey into human resources. Patrick discusses the challenges faced with traditional employee benefit offerings and his decision to implement Previ, a private pricing network, to provide unique and cost-effective be...

Enhancing Employee Engagement and AI Integration with Russ from Stibo SystemsIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Russ, a seasoned HR executive, to discuss his career journey from teaching to HR leadership at Stibo Systems. Russ shares insights on leveraging the PECON survey to improve employee engagement, especially during periods of growth and organizational challeng...

Navigating HR Leadership with Beth on the Built by People PodcastIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host interviews Beth, an HR professional with 17 years of experience. Beth shares her career journey from starting in Kentucky to taking on various roles in Austin, including at Wheatsville Food Co-op, Kendra Scott, and her current position at Auctane. She discusses the challenges o...

Innovative HR Transformations with Cortney: From Military to CryptoIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host interviews Cortney, who shares her diverse career journey from the Army National Guard to the corporate world, spanning roles in the beauty industry, tech, and crypto. Cortney discusses a major restructuring at her current research organization, resolving challenges by shifti...

Building and Transforming Company Culture with Katie from HarveyIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Katie, the Chief People Officer at Harvey, an AI company focused on legal and professional services. Katie shares her career journey from HubSpot to Harvey and her experiences in shaping company culture. She discusses the strategies she used at HubSpot to foster transpa...

Aligning HR Strategies with Organizational Goals featuring CourtneyIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Courtney, a seasoned HR professional with over 18 years of experience in a charter school management company, National Heritage Academies. Courtney shares her journey into HR and her dedication to education, influenced by her family's background. She discusses t...

Leading with Empathy and Excellence: A Conversation with Christine on the Built by People PodcastIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Christine, an HR executive with over 25 years of experience. Christine shares her unique journey in HR, starting straight out of college and evolving through roles at major organizations like Ford Motor Company and Dunkin Brands. She di...

Creativity Under Constraints: Insights from Pat on Agile HR PracticesIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Pat, an HR executive, to discuss his career journey and innovative HR strategies. Pat shares how his struggles in school led to a career in HR, influenced by family members in the field. He emphasizes the importance of constraints in fostering creativity and provid...

Exploring HR Strategies and Innovations with ClarkIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host interviews Clark, a seasoned HR professional. Clark shares his untraditional career path in HR, starting from journalism and transitioning through financial services to his current role at US Bank. He discusses his experience in various companies like HP and Cognizant, emphasizing how differe...

Leveraging Culture for Business Success with Will on the Built by People PodcastIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host Dave invites Will, an experienced HR executive with over 20 years in the people function, to discuss his career journey and insights on corporate culture. Will shares his experiences with companies such as International Banana Republic, Visa Europe, Poshmark, and...

Building Organizational Culture and Encouraging Lifelong Learning with Connie from Altos LabsIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Connie, the Chief People Officer at Altos Labs, to discuss her career journey and experiences in human resources. Connie shares insights on building a strong organizational culture and emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and curio...

HR Leadership Insights with Liz from Jewish Family ServicesIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host interviews Liz, a veteran HR professional with over 25 years of experience. Liz shares her career journey from retail and tourism to HR roles in various industries, including real estate, telecom, and nonprofit sectors. Currently with Jewish Family Service of Colorado, Liz discusses...

Nurturing Next Gen Talent: Christie's HR InnovationsIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, host Dave welcomes Christie, a seasoned HR executive. Christie shares her unconventional journey from teaching to HR and her development of next-gen talent programs at Taylor Morrison Home Funding. These programs, including Financial Services University, are designed to address an aging workforce an...

Creative HR Strategies and Total Rewards with Joe on Built by People PodcastIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Joe, an HR professional with over 20 years of experience. Joe shares his career journey and his interest in compliance, employee benefits, and HR systems. He discusses the unique challenges of retaining top talent during today's uncertain market and how...

Gabriella Bedor's Journey: Empowering HR with Authentic Leadership In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Gabriela, the Chief Human Resource Officer, who shares her extensive career journey from an intern to her current role in HR leadership. Gabriela emphasizes the importance of focusing on personal brand and performance to open career opportunities. She advocates f...

From Law to HR Leadership: Amanda's Unconventional Journey In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Amanda to discuss her unique career path from law school to HR leadership. Amanda details her initial aspirations to become a prosecutor, her shift to private practice, and eventually transitioning into the HR space. She highlights the challenges and learnings from her d...

From Big Corporations to Shutterfly: Mandy's Leadership Journey and Insights In this episode of the Built by People Podcast, Dave welcomes Mandy, the CHRO at Shutterfly, to discuss her career journey from working at major corporations like GE and Pepsi to her current role. Mandy highlights the importance of leadership development practices she learned at these large companies and how they can...