People Operations Conversations

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Sarah Adler about supporting mental health in the modern workplace. Dr. Sarah Adler is CEO/Founder of Wave Life, a mental health platform that pairs affordable and quality coaching with engaging and immersive skill-building for Gen Z. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and former hedge fund analyst obsessed with improving access to...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Claire Croft & Phil Lewis about the power of people-centric change in today's business landscape. In the realm of business transformation, Corporate Punk stands apart. Co-founded by Phil and Claire, this dynamic duo brings a refreshing approach to organizational evolution. Claire, an advocate for unlocking human potential, believes that...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Jonathan Bennett about navigating the emotional journey of a merger or acquisition of your company. Jonathan Bennett, (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bennettjonathan/) provides sought-after leadership coaching and strategic counsel to CEOs, executive teams, politicians, and boards of directors across Canada. With experience in urban, r...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tim Calise about the role of human capital leadership in organizational success. Tim Calise (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tcalise/), a versatile entrepreneur, finance expert, and podcast host, founded successful tech fitness ventures and raised $325mm for his first hedge fund by age 25. He co-developed ALAN, an AI-driven SaaS platform, ac...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dr. Andrea Hollingsworth about "radical self-compassion" and why it is important in leadership. Dr. Andrea Hollingsworth (https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-hollingsworth-ph-d-0644058b/) is Founder and CEO of Hollingsworth Consulting, author of the bestselling book The Compassion Advantage: How Top Leaders Build More Humanizing Workplace...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with David Wentworth about the disconnect between employers and their frontline workforce. David Wentworth (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmwentworth) is vice president of learning and talent development platform evangelist at Schoox. Wentworth brings more than a decade of knowledge to the company, including a deep understanding of the work...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Divya Ghatak about the viability of hybrid work models and leadership approaches to sustain operational efficiency and team morale. Divya Ghatak (https://www.linkedin.com/in/divya-ghatak-45b55a1/)is the Chief People Officer of SentinelOne, leading the organization’s People, Talent, Foundation, and Workplace functions. She has enabled the...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Daniel Oppong about the greatest challenges and obstacles to creating lasting DEI change in the workplace. Daniel Oppong (https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-oppong/) is the Founder of The Courage Collective, a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consultancy that takes a strategic, holistic and human centered approach to DEI work. He is also...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Amy Gilliland about how companies can be the solution to the loneliness epidemic. Amy Gilliland (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-gilliland-gdit/) is president of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), a business unit of General Dynamics Corporation. GDIT is a $8.5B global technology enterprise with operations in 30 countries wor...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jose Berlanga about wins, losses, and the raw truth about business growth. At only four years old, Jose Berlanga found himself at death’s door following a devastating accident that left his body covered in third-degree burns. Determined not to let tragedies solely define his life story, Jose set out to make a name for himself. Jose has a...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Mosongo Moukwa about the importance of small moments that build confidence. Over his thirty-year career in senior leadership positions in R & D and operations with global companies, Mosongo Moukwa (linkedin.com/in/mosongomoukwa), PhD, MBA, has helped solve the world’s most important innovation challenges. His transformational leadership...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Rich Russakoff about why CEOs burn out and self sabotage. Rich Russakoff (https://www.linkedin.com/in/richrussakoff/) is an internationally acclaimed business coach, speaker, author, and serial entrepreneur. As President and CEO of ‘Coach to The Best’, Rich guides CEOs and entrepreneurs throughout the world. Rich is always in demand as a...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Ginine Capozzi about Establishing ROTI™ (Return on Talent Investment). Ginine Capozzi (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gininecapozzi/) is an L&D Consultant, Professional CoActive Coach, and Owner of KnowledgeForce Consulting. Ginine has made it her mission to revolutionize training solutions to power people and businesses. She is a hands-on...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Luke Peters about strategies for hiring and nurturing top talent to create a dynamic team culture. Luke Peters (https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke--peters/) is an accomplished entrepreneur and the former CEO of NewAir, a company he founded in 2001 and grew from a garage startup to a thriving business with over $600 million in cumulative sa...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Cathy Wassenaar and David Berkal about the impact of acquisitions on company culture. Cathy Wassenaar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-wassenaar-9622908b/) CEO of NCT | CaseWorks Software David Berkal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidberkal/?originalSubdomain=ca) is the CEO of Banyan Software. He is an entrepreneur with experience in...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Casey Freeman about the challenges the Gen Z workforce is currently facing. Casey Freeman (https://www.linkedin.com/in/casey-freeman-/) is Global Sr. Director of Talent Management at WalkMe where she is responsible for the overarching employee lifecycle. Casey’s main focus is on organizational development, succession planning, leadership...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Maria Kellis about aligning your career with your personal values. Maria Kellis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariakellis) is a celebrated strategist, mentor, and business consultant, blending technology and spirituality to help individuals and organizations realize their full potential. With a background in both tech startups and spiritu...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Karen Ball about the Prosci ADKAR model of change management. Karen Ball (https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenball26/) is a dynamic and collaborative organizational leader, instructor, and client advisor. She thrives on engaging and energizing individuals in diverse learning environments. She discovered her passion for the discipline of cha...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Christopher Morrison about four core dimensions of team interaction: communicating, processing, deciding, and executing. Christopher Morrison is the Co-Founder and CEO of TeamDynamics (www.teamdynamics.io), a pioneering platform designed to enhance modern team collaboration through advanced personality assessments. Under Christopher's le...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jonathan Hunt Glassman and Joshua Lee about digital health innovations in addiction treatment. Jonathan Hunt Glassman - A healthcare entrepreneur and CEO of Oar Health, an addiction recovery platform that is revolutionizing the way people approach Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) treatment. With over 15 years of experience in the healthcare in...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Ray Grady about best practices in scaling your freelance and contract workforces. Ray Grady, the CEO of Worksuite, brings over 20 years of experience in scaling high-growth B2B organizations, leading the company in designing and executing Worksuite’s vision, strategic growth plans, and company operations. Prior to joining Worksuite, Ray...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Scott Clancy about leadership development, talent management, and taking care of your team. Major General (ret) Clancy (https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-clancy-leader-author-speaker-mentor-coach-3901115a/) served in multiple squadrons of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) in the Canadian Armed Forces as a tactical helicopter pilot. As...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Simon T. Bailey about discovering your purpose through resilience in leadership. Simon T. Bailey is the world’s leading expert in Brilliance. His groundbreaking research, State of Working America Report Thriving in Resilience and Brilliance, solidifies his insights in his 11th book, Resilience@Work: How to Coach Yourself Into a Thriving...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Brian Peckrill about ethical leadership in America. Brian Peckrill is executive director of the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund, leading all operations of the Fund. He previously served as the fellows program director, where he was responsible for the design and implementation of this forward-thinking, ethics-focused experience for to...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Darwin Shurig about nurturing trust and collaboration and the practical steps we can take to establish a psychologically safe team environment. Darwin Shurig (https://www.linkedin.com/in/darwin-shurig-73258310/) is a seasoned entrepreneur and talent management expert, with a proven track record of delivering strategic value to medical de...