From The Desk with Jada Montemarano

In this enlightening episode of 'From the Desk,' host Jada Montemarano sits down with Brittany Martin Déjean, the founder of Inclusion Jumpstart, to explore the critical topic of disability inclusion in the workplace. Brittany shares her personal journey and insights into how organizations can transform their cultures to be more inclusive and supportive of individuals with disabilities. Listeners...

Delve into the fascinating world of organizational performance with Kamaria Scott, an I.O. psychologist and award-winning performance strategist. In this episode of 'From The Desk,' Kamaria shares her insights on why the systems, not the people, often dictate performance outcomes. Discover how she helps organizations bridge the gap between desired and actual workplace behaviors through her company...

In this episode of From The Desk, host Jada Montemarano sits down with Kaleem Clarkson, the Chief Operating Officer of BlendMe Inc, to explore the evolution of remote work culture. As a leading voice in remote and hybrid workplace transformation, Kaleem shares his journey from a front-end engineer to a pioneer in remote work consultancy, long before the pandemic made it mainstream. Kaleem delves i...

In this episode of From the Desk, host Jada Montemarano sits down with Mike Peditto, the founder of Realistic Recruiting and the voice behind the Realistic Recruiter, to explore the current challenges and opportunities in the job market. With a following of over 400,000, Mike shares his candid insights on hiring and job searching, making him a pivotal voice for both job seekers and recruiters navi...

In this episode of From the Desk, Jada Montemarano sits down with Chris Russell, a leading voice in recruitment technology and founder of RecTech Media. Known as the 'mad scientist of online recruiting,' Chris shares his journey from launching a local job board during the dot-com boom to becoming a key influencer in the HR tech space. Listeners will gain insights into the evolving landscape of rec...

In this enlightening episode of From the Desk, we delve into the digital world of recruiting with our guest, Clark Willcox. Clark, a career coach and the founder of Digital Recruiter, shares his journey of transitioning from traditional recruiting methods to leveraging automation and digital strategies. He speaks about the importance of personal branding and creating content that connects, which f...

What if HR wasn’t just about policies—but about building better companies from the inside out? In this episode of From the Desk with Jada Montemarano, Jada speaks with Kristina Karcic, a veteran HR business advisor with over 20 years of experience guiding high-growth startups and global enterprises. Kristina shares how her early career in the .com era shaped her people-first philosophy, and why sh...

What really goes into verifying employment eligibility—and why should HR leaders care more than ever? In this episode of From the Desk with Jada Montemarano, Jada sits down with John Mazzeo, Senior Director of I-9 Success at Vertical Screen, to explore the often-overlooked world of I-9 compliance and onboarding. With years of experience in employment law and identity verification, John explains ho...

What if job seekers could experience a role before they apply? In this episode of From the Desk with Jada Montemarano, Jada sits down with Brian Glover, co-founder of Previewed, a platform reshaping how students, educators, and employers connect. Brian shares how his mission to make job hunting more transparent evolved from an idea inspired by TikTok into a robust career development tool powered b...

As the buzz around AI continues to dominate headlines, what does meaningful innovation actually look like in the HR space? In this episode of From the Desk with Jada Montemarano, Jada sits down with Lydia Wu, a seasoned leader in human capital management and analytics, to unpack how the AI conversation is shifting from hype to hands-on implementation. With over a decade of experience driving digit...

In this episode of "From the Desk with Jada Montemarano," Jada speaks with Eric M. Bailey, President of Bailey Strategic Innovation Group and author of "The Cure for Stupidity." Eric shares how he "forced gummed" his way into HR, starting his journey as a Director of Organizational Development after a career in marketing and graphic design. They delve into the core principles of his work, focusing...

In this episode of From the Desk with Jada Montemarano, Jada speaks with Demario Bell, award-winning community builder and founder of Gatherful, about the power of community in HR and business. Demario defines what a community manager does and emphasizes the importance of authenticity in building strong communities with people, not just for them. The conversation explores strategies for creating b...

In this episode of "From the Desk with Jada Montemarano," Joey Price, CEO of Jumpstart HR, joins the podcast to discuss the unique HR challenges faced by startups and small businesses. Joey shares his expertise in HR outsourcing and consulting, highlighting the importance of strategic HR support, employee engagement, and navigating compliance for organizations of all sizes. He emphasizes the need...

 In this episode of "From the Desk," Jada Montemarano welcomes Eric Knauf, founder of Belong HQ, to explore the critical concept of belonging in today's human resources landscape. Eric explains how belonging is more than just an HR buzzword; it's the "secret sauce" for organizational resilience and a fundamental element for attracting and retaining top talent. They delve into the five pillars of b...

Join Jada Montemarano in this insightful episode as she speaks with Keirsten Greggs, founder of Trap Recruiters and a top recruitment influencer. Keirsten shares her journey in the recruitment world, starting from the early days of online job boards and navigating through the dot-com boom to the current AI revolution. They delve into the dramatic shifts in technology and how it has impacted both r...

Join Jada Montemarano as she welcomes Edan Haddock, an award-winning HR leader from Australia, to the show! Edan shares his fascinating career journey, from owning a flower shop to becoming Head of Talent for November, a global charity focused on men's health. Discover the unique challenges and rewards of recruiting for a purpose-driven organization versus the corporate world, and learn why Edan v...

Jada Montemarano welcomes Adam Posner, founder of NHP Talent Group and co-host of The Morning Show on Purple Acorn Network, to discuss the dynamic world of recruitment and employer branding. Adam shares insights from his marketing background, offering tips for companies on standing out in a competitive market by embracing authenticity and empowering employees to create content. He also provides ac...

Today we're joined by an absolute force in the DEI space, Rocki Howard, the founder and chief diversiologist at Diversiology. With over 20 years of experience in the diversity and inclusion space, Rocki is all about helping other DEI leaders with resources and actionable solutions. She's not just a thought leader, she's an inspirational speaker, content creator, and the host of two podcasts, grown...

Our guest today is Ben Eubanks, a renowned speaker, author and researcher who's been shaping the HR and talent landscape for over a decade. As the chief research officer at Lighthouse Research and Advisory, Ben works with global leaders to navigate the ever-evolving intersection of people and technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of From the Desk with Jada Montemarano, Jada sits down with Stephane Rivard, CEO of Hiring Branch, to explore how AI and skills-based hiring are transforming employee performance. Stephane shares insights on evaluating soft skills, the importance of behavioral science in hiring, and how organizations can put the right people in the right positions. Plus, he reflects on his journey...

Carrie Corbin is a highly regarded leader in the HR and talent acquisition space for her success in creating and leading high impact talent acquisition programs within global companies like Dell, American Airlines, and AT&T to name a few. She's also the founder of hopefully marketing group and Corbin Global Consultants, where she applies her extensive background in building HR and recruiting funct...

In this episode of 'From the Desk with Jada Montemarano,' Jada sits down with Dr. Anna Tavis, a clinical associate professor and academic director at NYU’s Human Capital Management Department. Dr. Davis brings her extensive experience as a senior fellow, lecturer, and editor to discuss the evolving landscape of HR. Together, they explore cutting-edge strategies for talent management, the role of e...

Join Jada Montemarano in this episode of From the Desk, where technology meets talent and transformation in HR. Jada sits down with Mark Chaffey to explore the future of work, discussing innovative strategies, cutting-edge tools, and the trends shaping human resources today. Whether you’re a leader, an innovator, or someone passionate about building smarter workplaces, this episode offers valuable...

Today's guest is a true trailblazer in the world of HR and technology. Sarah White is the founder of Aspect 43 and HR Tech Circle With a career that spans over 2 decades. Sarah is dedicated to transforming how we hire manage and retain talent through innovative technology solutions, don't miss this insightful episode of From The Desk with Jada Montemarano.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

In this episode of From the Desk with Jada Montemarano, Jada sits down with Purple Acorn's own HR Weatherman Serge Boudreau to discuss all things talent, tech and the larger industry as a whole.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices