Future Proof HR

In this episode, Thomas Kunjappu sits down with Heather Hiddleston, Chief Human Resources Officer at Athletic Brewing Co. to talk about how small HR teams can lead meaningful innovation with AI—without losing the human touch. With a background spanning Apple, Constellation Brands, and Stone Brewing, Heather shares how transparency, empowerment, and strategic experimentation are helping Athletic Br...

In this episode, Thomas Kunjappu sits down with Michael Salamey, an HR leader with deep experience in tech, employee engagement, and workforce analytics, to talk about the realities of running lean HR teams in today’s AI-driven world. Drawing on his experience leading small HR teams across industries, Michael shares why smaller often means sharper—and how embracing limitations can build better HR...

In this episode, Thomas Kunjappu sits down with Dennis Richter, Chief People Officer at Fullscript, to talk about how HR can evolve from a back-office function to a business-critical partner. With a background that spans the Army, global operations, and high-growth tech, Dennis shares how his philosophy of accountability, business fluency, and people-first leadership is helping reshape the HR func...

In this episode, Thomas Kunjappu sits down with L. David Kingsley (LDK), Chief People Officer at Illumio, to talk about what it really takes for HR to operate like a business partner—not a back-office function. Drawing on experience from Accenture to the Navy Reserve to scaling global orgs, LDK breaks down how HR teams can earn their place at the table through authenticity, numeracy, and a relentl...

In this episode of Future Proof HR, Thomas Kunjappu chats with Amy Boque, Chief People Officer at Kelly, about what it  really  takes to modernize HR. Amy walks us through the transformation she led at Kelly—shifting the perception of HR from an administrative support team to a strategic business function. With a background in manufacturing and a no-nonsense approach to process improveme...

In this episode of Future Proof HR, Craig Haydamack, CHRO at USIC, joins Thomas Kunjappu to break down the power of HR analytics in shaping workforce strategies and influencing executive decision-making. With a background spanning finance, IT, and HR, Craig shares how HR professionals can leverage data, tell compelling stories, and align HR initiatives with business goals. He explains how HR teams...

In this episode of Future Proof HR, Angela Briggs-Paige, Chief Human Resources Officer at Acelero, shares how she stepped into the company as its first-ever CHRO and led a bold HR transformation. Faced with a legacy HR structure focused on compliance and administration, Angela set out to modernize processes, restructure teams, and rebrand HR as a strategic driver of business outcomes. Angela break...

In this episode of Future Proof HR, Thomas Kunjappu chats with Quentin Misenheimer, Chief People Officer at Garlock Flexibles, to explore his journey from military service to corporate HR leadership. Quentin reflects on how HR has evolved from an administrative function to a trusted business partner, highlighting his early experiences managing a night shift and learning how HR can shape organizati...

Welcome to the third episode of Future Proof HR, where we explore the trends, strategies, and innovations shaping the future of HR leadership and workforce transformation. This week, we’re joined by David Dart, Chief People Officer at Caliber, as we dive into how HR leaders can drive impact across industries and adapt to a rapidly changing HR environment. In this episode, we’ll discuss: How HR lea...

Welcome to the second episode of Future Proof HR, where we explore how technology is transforming the HR landscape. In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most pressing topics for HR leaders: How AI can help HR secure its seat at the executive table. In this episode, we’ll discuss: Why now is the time for HR leaders to step up and drive AI innovation within their organizations. The shifting...

Welcome to the very first episode of  Future Proof HR Podcast ! We’re diving into what the future holds for HR teams and how technology is changing the game. Right now, HR teams spend most of their time reacting to repetitive requests and handling day-to-day tasks. But that’s about to change. In this episode, we’ll chat about: Why HR teams feel stuck in reactive mode  – and what’s keepin...