HR Visionaries International

Join Benjamin in a captivating episode of HR Visionaries, where he engages in a deep dive into corporate culture with Michelle Rashid, Senior Vice President of Culture and HR at Virtuoso. Michelle illuminates the intentional positioning of 'culture' ahead of 'HR' in her title, underscoring the foundational role of cultural values in shaping corporate identity and employee interactions. The discuss...

Dive into the innovative world of fintech with Sarah Cox, Senior Vice President of People at Curve, on this episode of HR Visionaries. Sarah discusses Curve's ambitious mission to simplify and enhance how we handle money through a unified, intuitive app—think Spotify, but for your finances. With a rich background in operations and marketing at American Express, Sarah brings a unique perspective to...

Join us on this episode for an exciting chat with Marco, who's shaking things up in the HR world at TomTom. Originally from Italy and now thriving in the Netherlands, Marco brings a unique blend of experiences from his time at TomTom to his current role. He dives into his journey through the HR landscape, explaining how he’s been breaking down old silos to create a more unified and dynamic team st...

In this captivating episode of HR Visionaries, join us as we explore the journey of talent acquisition with Maisie, an HR expert from Australia. Maisie shares her unexpected transition from aspiring graphic designer to talent acquisition specialist, finding her passion in connecting people with opportunities. With 20 years of experience, she reflects on the evolution of recruitment, the critical r...

Join us on this episode as we sit down with Jeanette Winters, the visionary Chief Human Resource Officer at 8x8. From her roots in a humble background to spearheading HR innovation, Jeanette discusses the transformative power of education and her mission to empower others. Discover the secrets behind 8x8's stellar service reliability and how Jeanette's blend of technology, change management, and a...

Join us on this episode as we explore the fascinating world of HR innovation. In today's discussion, Ben traverses from the cost of living challenges in London to the innovative frontiers of green technology in the aviation industry. He shares personal stories and professional insights about transitioning from oil and gas recruitment to leading recruitment efforts in environmentally friendly aviat...

In this episode of HR Visionaries, join Benjamin as he explores the transformative world of modern workspaces with a visionary leader in human resources. Our guest Ursula, the CHRO of the All for One Group, shares a fascinating journey from starting in R&D and software development to leading HR innovations. Discover how a passion for process optimization and digital transformation led to a pro...

In this episode, Benjamin delves into the world of HR with Lizzy, a global HR operations professional with over 16 years of experience. From her initial aspirations of becoming an attorney to finding her true calling in HR, Lizzy shares her unique journey and the pivotal moments that shaped her career. Discover how her passion for law, people, and business administration seamlessly intertwined, le...

Dive into the heart of talent acquisition with Natalie, a seasoned professional who has navigated the complexities of agency and in-house recruitment for over two decades. In this episode of HR Visionaries, Natalie unveils her journey, highlighting the robust training ground of agency recruitment and the strategic depth of in-house roles. Discovering the inception of the Talent Collective, Natalie...

Join us on HR Visionaries for an insightful conversation with Andres Mercado, a seasoned HR professional with a decade of experience in shaping the culture of rapidly growing companies. From his early days in a digital marketing agency in Bogotá, Colombia, to his pivotal role as the Head of People Experience and Culture at Simetrik, a global Colombian-born company, Andreas shares his journey and t...

Join Benjamin as he explores the dynamic world of talent acquisition with guest Hailey Day. With experience across multiple industries, from professional services to digital marketing, Hailey shares her journey and the lessons learned about the importance of culture, values, and organizational psychology in recruitment. Learn how technology has transformed the talent acquisition landscape, the cha...

In dieser Episode von HR Visionaries taucht Benjamin mit Sandro in die Welt der Pharmazeutika ein. Als Mitarbeiter im kommerziellen Sektor eines Unternehmens, das sich auf Medikamente für seltene Krankheiten spezialisiert hat, teilt Sandro seine persönliche Reise von der Bankenbranche zur Pharmaindustrie, angetrieben durch eine Krankheit in seiner Familie. Er erläutert die komplexen Prozesse bei d...

Explore the transformative journey of Rob, an entrepreneur who revolutionized the way we think about paid time off (PTO). From a humble dinner table discussion to founding a groundbreaking company, Rob shares his story on this episode of HR Visionaries. Dive into the origins of an innovative idea that allows employees to convert unused PTO into valuable assets for personal growth and life experien...

Benjamin talks with Penny Farinha, VP of HR at ecobee. Penny recounts her unexpected journey from intending to pursue law to becoming a cornerstone in HR, helping to grow ecobee from 75 to 650 employees and navigate its acquisition. She highlights the significance of understanding human behaviour and creating a culture of transparency, connection, and growth. Penny emphasizes the value of resilien...

Dive into a whirlwind of talent acquisition strategies and the future of recruiting with James, VP of Talent Acquisition at Epicor on this episode of HR Visionaries. From Reading, UK, to Austin, Texas, James shares his journey into the heart of tech staffing, revealing insights from his experience in adapting recruitment strategies across 30 countries. Discover the art of building productive partn...

In this episode, Benjamin delves into the evolving world of talent acquisition with Nitin, a seasoned HR professional from BrainVire Infotech, an Indian-based company specializing in application development and IT integration. With over 14 years of experience, Nitin shares his journey from a sociable personality to a leader in talent acquisition, emphasizing the importance of empathy, cultural und...

Dive into this fascinating episode where we sit down with Stuart from Storio, a company that has navigated the challenging waters of merging distinct entities into one unified force. As the head of Talent, Stuart shares his unique journey from IT hardware sales to spearheading talent acquisition and retention in a company that's grown to a thousand employees across Europe. This episode is not just...

In this episode, Benjamin chats with Gena Romano, Senior VP of People Operations at Centerfield. She explores the art of cultivating a cohesive culture across Centerfield's global offices in the US, UK, and Jamaica, highlighting the nuances of harmonizing these varied cultural landscapes under one corporate umbrella. Gena's HR journey, inspired by her father, revolves around empowering employees a...

Join Benjamin in an episode of HR Visionaries where he chats with Courtney Abraham about the unexpected journey from retail and telecom to becoming a champion of change in HR. Courtney, with a rich background in strategy and change management, delves into the transformative power of HR, blending personal anecdotes with professional insights. They explore the impact of generational shifts in the wo...

Step into the world of talent acquisition with Ankkit Kediah, a seasoned professional leading the charge at Boomi for the Asia Pacific and Japan region. In this riveting episode, Ankkit shares his journey from the vibrant streets of India to the dynamic tech landscape of Singapore, and how his passion for helping others carve their career paths led him to the heart of talent acquisition. With a ri...

Dive into the essentials of effective communication in the workplace with Rares from ABBYY on HR Visionaries. Discover how ABBYY differentiates itself in the tech world with its pioneering AI work and a culture rooted in trust, autonomy, and flexibility. Rares, with a decade of experience across diverse sectors, shares insights on bridging internal communications and employer branding to attract a...

Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of global talent acquisition with Hayley, the Global Head of Talent Acquisition at a leading media investment analysis firm - Ebiquity. From managing bars in central London to spearheading recruitment strategies across 21 countries, Hayley shares her unconventional journey into the realm of HR and recruitment. Discover the invaluable lessons she learne...

Join us as Benjamin explores the innovative world of HR with Björn, a seasoned recruitment expert with a knack for creative sourcing. From his accidental entry into HR to becoming a pioneer in recruitment for a renewable energy company, Björn shares his unconventional approaches, like using binary code to catch the attention of developers. This episode delves into the importance of fun in the work...

In this episode of HR Visionaries, Benjamin converses with John Keenan, a talent acquisition leader from Gong. With a fascinating blend of psychology and over 17 years in recruitment, John shares insights on the impact of AI and technology in reshaping talent acquisition. Discover the significance of maintaining human connections amidst a hybrid work model, the importance of embracing mistakes for...

Dive into a world where HR meets innovation with Andréa Ehlers, VP of HRIS and People Operations at Cart.com. From her unexpected journey from banking to becoming an HR leader, Andréa shares insights on the strategic role of HR in business, including handling mergers, acquisitions, and employee performance. Explore how Cart.com thrives with a 100% remote workforce, emphasizing trust, culture, and...