HRchat Podcast

In this HRchat episode, we discuss how to equip leaders with the knowledge needed to construct an organization where people are recognized as the primary driving force behind business success. The guest this time is Roza Szafranek , Founder & CEO of HR Hints , an HR boutique operating on a subscription model. Roza is an HR expert with psychological and managerial experience who has led tech co...

In the second episode of our new AI-focused series, guest hosts Pauline James and David Creelman investigate some key ways that large HR vendors are utilizing new forms of AI. Joining David and Pauline this time are Mike Bollinger, Ben Zweig, and Jarik Conrad.  Mike Bollinger is an accomplished executive with 20 years of industry experience. He has deep technology and HCM domain skills including s...

In this episode, we talk about ways to develop and enhance career websites. Bill's guest this time is Jim Taylor , Managing Director of HappyDance, a Ph. Creative company. HappyDance is an enterprise careers site platform with a mission to elevate your employer brand at every turn! Jim is a digital innovator specializing in careers sites. Jim says his "true passion lies in discovering in...

In this episode, Bill Banham talks with Jim Stroud about whether or not AI will replace recruiters. Listen as Jim offers his take on what functions of recruitment will and will not be replaced by the bots.  Jim is the author of 5 HR-related books, producer of the YouTube series - "The Jim Stroud Show," and producer of "The Jim Stroud Podcast." He is also the creative mind behin...

In the first of a special mini-series focused on AI in the workplace, guest hosts Pauline James and David Creelman ask "w hat exactly is AI all about and where is it heading ?" Joining Pauline and David on the podcast is Avi Goldfarb , the Rotman Chair in Artificial Intelligence and Healthcare and a professor of marketing at the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto. He is a...

In this HRchat podcast, we hear from Derrick Evans MBE , better known as TV celebrity Mr Motivator. A famous fitness instructor, Derrick rose to fame in the early 1990s through appearances on the UK breakfast television show GMTV, where he performed live fitness sessions and offered tips and advice to viewers. We're big fans of Derrick and it's an absolute honor to have him on the show!...

How can leaders faced with tremendous global upheaval create more resilient and trustworthy systems? Find out as Bill Banham talks with Terence Tse , recent Disrupt London speaker and co-author of the awesome new book The Great Remobilization: Strategies and Designs for a Smarter Global Future . Terence says the turmoil of recent years gives leaders an unprecedented opportunity to redesign global...

In this HRchat episode, we hear from Jeff Wald , entrepreneur, investor, board member, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and co-founder of Memory Lane and Bento Engine. Jeff has started and invested in successful HR tech companies around the globe. Tune in to get his tips for HR tech founders looking to raise capital and grow their businesses. Questions for Jeff include:  What are some of the...

The guest this time is Jodi McPherson , Co-Founder / CEO Work Simplr Jodi is an intuitive, dynamic and versatile leader with over 25 years in the ed tech and talent sourcing space, architecting SaaS business models. As CEO of Work Simplr , Jodi has built a new talent sourcing platform with students at the center,  for on-demand, fractional paid work.  Work SImplr was recently announced as a member...

In this episode, Bill Bnaham talks with Brian Leafblad , R&D Senior Manager, Global Business Solutions at Reckitt Lysol Pro Solutions . Questions for Brian include: What role does hygiene play in workplace wellness? How have staff expectations around workplace wellness programs evolved following the pandemic? Are clean environments still in the public consciousness? How do leaders still priori...

In this episode of the HRchat show. Bill Banham talks with Ann Kuzee , Vice President Legal, U.S. Absence & Disability Management at Telus Health (formerly LifeWorks and MorningStar Health). Ann started her journey with IEA Training as a student in the CPDM program. After she earned the certification, she later became a contributing consultant on the updating of the curriculum for the entire c...

Our guest this time is Ben Sampson , co-founder and CEO of WeHero where he works closely with hundreds of companies to help them reach their social impact goals. Ben speaks actively about corporate social responsibility, volunteerism, sustainability, and how companies united with activism drive powerful change. Ben’s past experience includes leading product teams, building startups, and studying s...

Our guest this time is Adam Weber , host of the popular HR Superstars Podcast and Chief Evangelist at 15Five . Adam supports and leads thousands of HR professionals through the HR Superstars Community, elevating them to become more strategic leaders. Questions for Adam include: You often mention that HR leaders are under immense pressure, what do you think are some of the causes?  What are the exp...

Today's guest is Patrick Simon , Senior Partner at McKinsey, the global management consulting firm. Listen as Patrick shares his experiences of working with CEOs and how today's business leaders can tackle the big challenges head-on. Earlier in 2023, McKinsey released a report called State of Organizations and we discuss some of the findings as part of HRchat episode 370. Questions for P...

In this HRchat interview, we consider iris recognition biometric technology available to hold employees accountable and the benefits seen by enterprise organizations. Returning to the show is Mohammed Murad , Vice President, Global Sales and Business Development at Iris ID . For 25+ years, Iris ID has been the leading innovator of advanced iris authentication solutions. We also have Ken Mallin , S...

In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, Bill Banham talks with Sam Beiler , CEO and Co-Founder at Boostpoint , a top Social Media and SMS marketing platform built for talent acquisition teams. The Boost team is on a mission to empower users to create a workplace where everybody thrives. Combining technology, the power of social media, and innovative recruiting strategies, Boost helps folks attract...

Our returning guest today is Stephen Shedletzky . Stephen is on a mission to help leaders make it safe and worth it for people to speak up. He supports humble leaders—those who know they are both a part of the problems they experience and the solutions they can create— as they put their people and purpose first. A sought-after speaker, coach, and advisor, Stephen has led hundreds of keynote presen...

In this special episode of the HRchat podcast, we look ahead to two very different, but equally awesome, events happening next week: UNLEASH World in Paris, France, and DisruptHR Birmingham in the UK. Chris Bjorling and Bill Banham discuss why the events are must-attend for HR pros and leaders plus hear insights from UNLEASH Marketing Director Nick Craig Waller and Disrupt Birmingham co-organizer,...

The guest this time is Tara Ataya , Chief People & Diversity Officer at Hootsuite.  Tara joined Hootsuite in 2020 as VP People, and was announced as Hootsuite’s first Chief People and Diversity Officer later the same year. Tara leads Hootsuite’s employee experience and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives across the organization globally. Tara has more than 15 years of experience workin...

In this special episode of the HRchat podcast, Chris Bjorling and Bill Banham briefly look ahead to the OrgDev Conference by ATD and HR Technology Conference in sunny Las Vegas. No matter where you are on your HR technology journey and no matter your role as an HR professional, HR Systems leader, IT professional, investor, entrepreneur, project manager, or other HR technology stakeholder, there ar...

In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, Bill Banham talks with Pritipaul Singh, the entrepreneur behind Guyana Port Inc. (GPI), Dr. Vishnu, founder of ActionINVEST (ACI), and Rita Sookrit, the Canada Learning Lead at Hemsley Fraser. Their insights shed light on the dynamic landscape of business and learning in Guyana.  This episode illuminates the diverse strategies and collaborations shaping Guyan...

The returning guest today is Jacob Morgan , Keynote & TED Speaker, Futurist, and Host of the Great Leadership Podcast. Jacob is a multi-best-selling author. His latest book is called Leading with Vulnerability: Unlock Your Greatest Superpower to Transform Yourself, Your Team, and Your Organization . And we'll be delving into some of the points from the book in today's show. Questions...

Our guest this time is Eric De Wames , consultant, guest lecturer at IEA Training , and Managing Partner at Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP . An engaging speaker, Eric conducts seminars across California to assist employers in navigating the state's rigorous, ever-evolving compliance regulations, always with an emphasis on preventing litigation. Eric is a published contributing author f...

Culture in the police force, from top to bottom, is back in the headlines. In the past week, police officers have been accused of mishandling body-worn video in more than 150 incidents , including switching off cameras and sharing footage on WhatsApp. We've also seen more than 100 officers hand in permits allowing them to carry guns on duty after a colleague was charged with the murder of Chr...

In this episode of the HRchat Podcast, Bill welcomes Brian Peckrill back to the show. Brian is the Interim Executive Director of the McGowan Fund Fellows Program. In the build-up to the third annual Ethical Leader of the Year Award, Brian and Bill catch up and talk about the 2024 edition and the involvement of SHRM's Johnny C. Taylor. Questions for Brian include: Can you reflect on the succes...