HRchat Podcast

In this episode, we'll consider the legal rights and obligations of employers, how to stay compliant and ways to minimize the risk of claims. Stuart Rudner is a senior lawyer, mediator, arbitrator, and founder of Rudner Law. Stuart will be a speaker and panelist at the Hacking HR Toronto Forum on November 29th. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our...

In this episode of the HRchat show we hear from Derek Smith , General Manager at Xref North America about the evolution of background checks.  Xref is an automated reference checking platform that enables fast, data-driven hiring decisions. The mobile-friendly solution brings ease, security, and value to the referencing process. Derek leads the company’s operations across Canada and the United Sta...

In this episode of the HRchat show, we hear from Alex Shubat , CEO and co-founder at Espresa , a firm helping to define and ignite the HR tech space to disrupt culture for good. Prior to co-founding Espresa, he served as the CEO of Goji FS, an NEA-backed startup in the food-tech space. As co-founder and CEO of Virage Logic, a semiconductor provider based in Silicon Valley, he oversaw the company’s...

In this episode, we hear from Megan Woerlein, VP, People at Crowdriff , a visual content marketing software for travel and hospitality brands and speaker at InnovateWork Toronto . Megan has over 12 years of experience building, leading and enabling high performing teams within the tech sector. She kick-started her career in New York where she worked alongside hyper-growth start-ups such as ZocDoc...

In this special episode of the HRchat show, Bill Banham provides an overview of what to expect at the 7th InnovateWork Toronto Summit happening on November 26th. In addition to being a host of the HRchat show, Bill is co-founder of the InnovateWork series of events which are produced across Canada. Listen to the show to get the low-down on the format, speakers and sponsors. Get your tickets to Inn...

In this HRchat podcast, we hear from Kristian Graziano, Co-Founder & CEO at Blend HRM Inc. Blend HRM's HR-centric recruitment process reduces the uncertainty and risk associated with hiring new employees. The firm finds new hires that are not only capable but will fit with their clients' corporate cultures, meaning better performance and increased longevity. Blend HRM is a Gold Spons...

In this HRchat episode, we hear from best-selling author of Rethink Work, Co-Founder at NoW Innovations and InnovateWork Toronto Summit keynote speaker, Eric Termuende .   Eric is a globally-recognized thought leader, author, and keynote speaker on the future of work and building teams that thrive. Eric has surveyed and interviewed thousands of leaders about what it takes to create teams that maxi...

In this episode, we chat with Heidi Holliday, the director for a rapidly growing processing company that delivers a platform and measurable data to clients that wish to motivate good behavior at the gym. Heidi is also a consultant for wellness programs with Self Esteem Brands which partners with Virgin Pulse. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests...

Do you often struggle with your internal customer relations?  Do you feel that whatever you do or say, it is never enough for your employees? In this episode, we hear from HR consultant Carol Johnston about ways to optimize your market advantage through the people that drive it! Carol's firm, SRG - HR solutions, offers ways to build strong employee-employer relationships quickly and effortles...

In this episode of the HRchat show, we are joined by Mumtaz Chaudhary, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Pragilis, boutique change management firm, launched back in 2006. Combined with over a decade of experience along with a certification in the Prosci® methodology for change, Mumtaz has helped shape her firm’s distinctive approach to change management. Her team works closely with senior execu...

In this episode, we hear from Albert Qian, HR technology marketer and founder of Albert's List , a career services marketplace serving 40,000+ bringing together recruiters, job seekers, hiring managers, and much more. Albert was also a speaker at DisruptHR San Francisco where he presented a topic called It Takes a Village: How Communities Facilitate Careers We do our best to ensure editorial...

In this episode, we chat with Josh Levine, author of Great Mondays: How to Design a Company Culture Employees Love. Josh is also a speaker at DisruptHR San Francisco happening Tuesday, October 15. Great Mondays is a culture design company based in Berkely, California. Its mission is to help technology and social enterprise organizations improve the way they work. We do our best to ensure editorial...

In this episode we hear from Jamelle Lindo , Emotional Intelligence Leadership Coach with PARADIGM People Development and speaker at the October InnovateWork Toronto meetup . Jamelle has over a decade of learning & development experience. His mission is to empower leaders and professionals within organizations to realize their highest ideals, leading to healthy cultures, happy employees and th...

In this episode of the HRchat show, we will consider employee rewards, change management, and employee experience. Our guest is Matt Pavelich . Matt recently joined Normandin Beaudry as a Principal in its Toronto office. He has more than 20 years of experience in total rewards consulting and specializes in workforce communication and change management. He has worked with employers of all sizes and...

In this episode, we consider what diversity and inclusion have to do with employee engagement. Our Guest is Elisabeth Cooke , Co-Founder and Chief Diversity & Strategy Officer at Dignii , a firm which provides tools to build diverse and inclusive organizations. Dignii does this by offering products that provide a holistic view of the employee experience. The company measures data using evidenc...

In this HRchat interview, we hear from Melanie Jeannotte , President, Canada at Gallagher Benefit Services Group about the Canadian Trends Tour happening Sept 24th - Oct 3rd. The sessions consider the key elements of maintaining employer competitiveness and effectively managing organizational wellbeing which helps match company vision with the strategy to build a successful future. The complimenta...

According to the CDC, 1 in 6 children (nearly 17%) are diagnosed with a developmental disability such as Autism or ADHD. In this episode of the HRchat show, Bill Banham interviews Mike Civello, Vice President, Employer Services Division at Rethink Benefits . The mission of Rethink Benefits  - a division of Rethink First - is to empower employee caregivers who have children with special needs by pr...

In this episode of the HRchat show, we'll delve into the relationships HR pros have with group benefits brokers, ways leaders can get more from their investments, and how group benefits help to ensure a happy workforce. Our guest today is Roger Thorpe . Roger is President of the integrated benefits and wellness consulting company, Thorpe Benefits . Enjoyed the show? Check out the special epis...

In this special episode of the HRchat show, we profile Toronto-based benefits firm, Thorpe Benefits . Our guest today is Roger Thorpe , President of the integrated benefits and wellness consulting company. Thorpe Benefits are also the key sponsor at the October InnovateWork meetup happening in downtown Toronto. Having joined the firm in 1997 and later acquiring ownership of the company in 2005, Ro...

In this HRchat interview, we consider technology available to HR pros and leaders to help mitigate people risks and ensure that you have the best chance of keeping your teams focused, productive, and on the same page. Our guest is Scott Bissessar , Founder & CEO at ChangeVU. Based on 1000+ field-tested successful projects, the ChangeVU digital platform claims to deliver successful change more...

In this special HRchat episode, we profile the work done at ChangeVU, a firm which helps businesses identify and mitigate risks associated with their employees. Our guest this time is Scott Bissessar , ChangeVU's Founder & CEO. Scott has held senior global change leadership roles at firms including Royal Dutch Shell’s upstream HQ, Golder Associates, and Andersen Consulting. Check out the...

In this episode of the HRchat podcast, Bill Banham talks with Lisa Sterling , Executive Vice President, Chief People & Culture Officer at Ceridian. Listen and discover: * What are the biggest macro trends shaping the future of work right now? * How can Human Capital Management technology help organizations attract and retain talent in today's work environment? * How can HCM assist HR pros...

In this special episode of the HRchat show, Bill Banham and Aldeen Simmonds-Thorpe look ahead to the first InnovateWork summit happening on September 17th in Mississauga. Speakers will include Pam Ross, Culture Change Agent at Blue Rebel Works, Michelle Chan, Manager, Employee Engagement at Air Canada, Greg Smith, Partner at Lighthouse Nine Group, and Karen Simpson, Sr Talent Director - Women in L...

In episode 113 of the HRchat show, Bill Banham interviews Jesse Ryan about ways to hone your hiring. Jesse is Founder of High Road Human Capital , a Veteran Owned – Diversity Supplier.  In addition to leading the company, Jesse’s role is to seek out organizations that can benefit from their unique approach to solving HR and talent acquisition problems. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivit...

In this episode of the HRchat show Bill Banham interviews Luca Rosetti, Chairman & CEO at Beaconforce , a company which exists to create work environments where people can become the best version of themselves. Luca discusses experiences of being a speaker at DisruptHR San Francisco and his thoughts on the vital importance of embracing AI in the workplace. We do our best to ensure editorial ob...