Human Capital Leadership

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Michael Fortinberry about the role of technology in driving sustainability and positive social impact in the construction industry. Michael Fortinberry ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfortinberry/ ), the Co-Founder and COO of Protiv, is a trailblazing productivity program transforming project-based incentives. Based in NYC, Michael...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Helene Cahen about her book, Fire Up Innovation: Sparking and Sustaining Innovation Teams . Helene Cahen, MS, author of Fire Up Innovation: Sparking and Sustaining Innovation Teams ( www.fireupinnovation.com/book ), is an innovation strategist, trainer, facilitator, and speaker with over 20 years of experience helping companies navigate...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Kara H. North about supporting other women in our professional sphere. Kara H. North is a native of Orem, Utah, and obtained a B.S. in Business Management from UVU in 2007. She then graduated from the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah in 2010 with her Juris Doctorate. She began her legal career with a large insurance...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Carrie Graham about three ways to improve your adult learning. Carrie Graham, PhD cares about your employees and clients. She's an adult learning strategist and training consultant who helps businesses improve learner engagement, information retention, and skills application. Dr. Graham turns adult learning and workplace learning theorie...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Denis O'Shea about his recent global study to understand how people work with their devices. Denis O’Shea (https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisosheamobilementor/) founded Mobile Mentor in New Zealand in 2004. Since then, the company has helped millions of people unlock the full potential of their technology. In 2017, O’Shea moved to Nashvil...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Kim Flanery-Rye about IDEA (Inclusion = Diversity + Equity + Accessibility). Kim “Kimfer” Flanery-Rye ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimflaneryrye/ ) is the Founder and Principal DEI & Culture Practitioner for Inclusion Equals, a social enterprise focused on the IDEA (Inclusion = Diversity + Equity + Accessibility) to build culture fr...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Merideth Mehlberg about looking forward to Monday mornings. Merideth Mehlberg ( www.linkedin.com/in/meridethmehlberg ) is CEO of Merideth Mehlberg Group. An ICF-certified Master Coach, she helps executives look forward to Monday mornings. For almost twenty years, she has walked alongside senior and high-potential leaders to define their...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tim Creasey about focusing on the people side of change. Tim Creasey ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/timcreasey/ ) is a dynamic presenter, researcher, and thought leader on managing the people side of change. His work forms the foundation of the largest body of knowledge in the world on change management. Through public speaking and writin...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier about teaching mindfulness, self-care and maintaining healthy habits in and out of the workplace. Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier is a practicing resilience and anxiety psychologist and experienced senior leader with over 20 years of experience in clinical counseling and workplace psychology  by working with various...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Aoife O’Brien about identify and responding to toxic work cultures. Aoife O’Brien founded Happier at Work with the mission to accelerate the progress of women at work. She is passionate about creating a culture that supports women to thrive, and helps organizations increase their bottom line while supporting female leaders to reach their...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Scott Mautz about his recent book, The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviors . Scott Mautz (https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmautz/) is a former senior executive of Procter & Gamble, where he successfully ran several of the company’s largest multi-billion-dollar busin...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Katie Mares about resilience building and women’s empowerment. As a brand experience expert, TED talk speaker,  and #1 Best Selling Author of CustomHER Experience, Katie Mares ( linkedin.com/in/katie-mares-ctdp-mcatd-cpsa ) knows firsthand the challenges organizations encounter as they strive to design a sustainable and effective CX prog...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Surabhi Lal about building intentional community in hybrid work settings. Surabhi Lal ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/surabhilal)  is in the business of creating a better future of work—whether it be remote, hybrid, or in-person. A boundary spanning leader, she is a facilitator, professor, and storyteller who creates spaces where people fe...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Rachel Rider about her book, Who You Are is How You Lead . Rachel Rider ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachellrider ) founded MettaWorks in 2015 after a distinguished career in HR, receiving executive coaching certification from Columbia University, and extensive training in meditation, Somatic Experiencing, and Polarity Therapy. Starting...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Brenda Stover and Kate Grady using AI technology to prepare students for their interactions with recruiters and hiring managers. As part of the Clay Center at VSB leadership team, Brenda Stover leads the O'Donnell Center at the Villanova School of Business. Delivering professional development services and resources for business students,...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Sophie Thompson about using virtual reality for upskilling and professional development. Sophie Thompson ( www.linkedin.com/in/sophiethompsonvr ) is the Co-founder and CEO of VirtualSpeech, an award-winning education platform that combines e-learning with practice exercises online and in virtual reality. Sophie started VirtualSpeech in 2...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Shelmina Babai Abji about her book, Show Your Worth, 8 Intentional Strategies for Women to Emerge as Leaders at Work . Shelmina Babai Abji is an author, board member, TEDx speaker, former IBM VP, angel investor, and distinguished alumni who is devoted to helping career women emerge as leaders. As an immigrant of hum...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Roger L. Firestien about deliberate creativity and creative problem-solving. Roger L. Firestien, PhD ( linkedin.com/in/rogerfirestien) has presented programs on innovation to over 600 organizations around the world including Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, universities, associations, and religious institutions. His nine-pa...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Julie Noonan about using reverse mentoring to bridge the generational divide in the workforce. Julie Noonan ( www.linkedin.com/in/jnoonanconsulting ) is an executive coach and change strategist working with organizations and their leaders to successfully ride the waves of change. Her specific focus is on the last of the Boomer generation...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jim Marshall about using Septemics to help others at work. Jim Marshall ( http://linkedin.com/in/jim-marshall-b10982205 ) is a polymathic intellectual who has has devoted over 50,000 hours to the study and practice of multiple dimensions of human potential and development. He received a classical education as an honor student at a Jesuit...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Alan S. Questel about how intentional kindness can help create a better workplace. Alan S. Questel ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-questel-6a70842a/ ) is known for his clarity, creativity and down to earth style of teaching. He brings a depth of understanding, humor and gentle human perspective while creating lively conditions for lea...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Gary Cohen about executive coaching and waving the leadership magic wand. Over his career, Gary Cohen ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/garycohen/ ) embarked on several entrepreneurial ventures, each offering unique lessons in leadership and business strategy. His first major entrepreneurial success was with ACI Telecentrics, a national comp...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Deb Muller about how we can approach layoffs in a more humane manner. Deb Muller ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbiemuller/ ) is the founder, and CEO of HR Acuity. After serving in executive HR roles at numerous Fortune 500 companies including Honeywell, Citibank, and Marsh & McLennan, Deb launched HR Acuity in 2006,  to create tech...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Robyn Clark about succession planning and growing your bench. Robyn Clark ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynrclark/) is the founder of WinningWise, an HR / Talent Management company and has worked with a wide range of companies from L’Oreal to the Federal Reserve Bank. She has more than 30 years of experience designing and delivering so...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Sheldon Gilbert about training tech talent from underserved communities. Sheldon Gilbert ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheldon-gilbert-38926b)  is committed to addressing some of the more important complex issues facing our world, from racial injustice and environmental destabilization, to unregulated scientific developments in genetic e...