The ASHHRA Podcast

In this powerful episode of The ASHHRA Podcast , co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan sit down with Carrie O'Dell , Chief Human Resources Officer at Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin , for a candid and inspiring conversation about what it truly means to lead with courage, authenticity, and vision in today’s healthcare environment. With over 25 years of progressive HR leadersh...

In this deeply moving and high-impact episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, Bo and Luke are joined by Maureen O’Brien , CEO of the Global Wisdom and Leadership Forum, keynote speaker, cancer survivor, and self-proclaimed “Sales Sage.” Together, they explore the powerful intersection of leadership, sales, mindset, and purpose in healthcare HR and beyond. This is not your typical sales conversation. Mauree...

Healthcare HR is at a crossroads, and Michael Olson is one of the leaders showing the way forward. In this future-focused episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan sit down with Michael, VP of HR Operations at Avera Health, to explore what it truly means to operate HR as a strategic business partner in today’s high-stakes healthcare environment. 🚨 Spoiler alert: HR can’t...

In this uplifting and honest conversation, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan sit down with Staci Taylor , a seasoned HR executive, musician, and passionate people champion to unpack what it really means to lead with heart in today’s healthcare landscape. With a rich background leading human resources for some of the nation’s largest health systems, Staci brings a refreshingly candid take on serv...

In this special policy-focused episode of The ASHHRA Podcast , co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan welcome back three powerhouse experts to help us navigate the urgent challenges facing hospital HR leaders today: 🔹 Peggy Tighe , healthcare policy advisor and Principal at Powers Law 🔹 Sarah Hearn , SVP of Strategic Partnerships at RxBenefits 🔹 Rhiannon Klein , 340B strategist and advocate for ho...

On this episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, we're joined by Clara Blitch , Chief Human Resources Officer at Williamson Health, who returns to sharing the incredible journey of transforming a 60-year-old HR function into a modern, data-driven, people-first department, all without sacrificing the soul of the organization. 💡 Clara’s mission? Modernize every corner of HR, from payroll systems and com...

This week on The ASHHRA Podcast , hosts Luke Carignan and Bo Brabo welcome Rhonda Hall , Chief Human Resources Officer for Southern California at Providence , to the mic. With a rich background in organizational development, change management, and performance excellence across highly regulated industries—from nuclear energy to healthcare—Rhonda brings a fresh, strategic lens to healthcare HR leade...

In this episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan welcome back Alyson Parker Gordon , now serving as Vice President of HR Shared Services at AdventHealth. Alyson brings fresh perspective from her new role, leading enterprise-level change across shared services, employee relations, talent, and the implementation of Workday HCM. This conversation dives into the heart of mode...

Back by popular demand, Bruce Mattos —Senior Director of Talent Acquisition at Phoebe Putney Health System—returns to the show for a candid, high-energy conversation on one of the most frustrating issues in recruitment: candidate ghosting. But Bruce doesn’t just identify the problem—he offers practical, heartfelt strategies to elevate the entire candidate experience and drive long-term talent rete...

In this inspiring episode of The ASHHRA Podcast , hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan welcome Michael Sloan , CHRO at CommonSpirit Health and author of Unlocking Talent: The Hidden Strengths That Build Extraordinary Teams and Cultures . With oversight of 11 hospitals, 16 clinics, and 8,000 employees, Michael brings a bold and fresh perspective to healthcare HR leadership. From his beginnings as a pro...

In this powerful and candid conversation, hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan sit down with Billy Parsons , Chief Human Resources Officer at EyeCare Partners and a U.S. Navy veteran, to explore the real work of leading people—and the defining career moments that shape HR excellence. From Submarines to C-Suite: Billy’s Unconventional Journey Billy’s career path defies convention. From life in the Navy...

🎙️ New Episode: Leading from Your Best Self with Kapri Ames  In this powerful episode of The ASHHRA Podcast , hosts Luke Carignan and Bo Brabo sit down with Kapri Ames , Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer at Indiana University Health, to explore what it truly means to lead with self-awareness, energy, and intention. With over two decades in healthcare—and 17 years in leadership—Kapri bring...

🎙️ New Episode: Building Talent Teams That Last with Anthony Scarpino In this episode of The ASHHRA Podcast , hosts Luke Carignan and Bo Brabo sit down with Anthony Scarpino , Vice President of Talent Acquisition at National Health Care Associates , for a real-world look at the challenges—and opportunities—facing today’s healthcare recruiters. 🔄 From Dietitian to TA Executive: A Fresh Lens on Hir...

🎙️ This week on The ASHHRA Podcast , co-hosts Luke Carignan and Bo Brabo sit down with Johnathon Bye , AVP of New Talent Strategies at Duke University Health System , to explore the intersection of hospitality, technology, and the all-important human touch in healthcare HR. From Hospitality to Healthcare: Experience Matters Johnathon’s journey from retail and hospitality to healthcare HR taught hi...

🎙️ New Episode: The Battle Over 340B Drug Pricing – Part 3 If you care about healthcare advocacy, pharmacy savings, and the sustainability of your hospital, this episode of The ASHHRA Podcast is a must-listen. In the studio: Your co-host Bo Brabo is joined again by two returning experts— Sarah Hearn of RxBenefits and Rhiannon Klein , a frontline 340B advocate—for a compelling update on where thing...

In this engaging conversation that happened live at ASHHRA25 in Albuquerque, Felicia Miller , EVP and Chief Talent Officer, dives deep into the success and challenges faced at Parkland Health. Here's a sneak peek of what you can expect: Successful Workforce Strategies : Felicia shares Parkland Health's impressive retention rates, low vacancy rates, and how they've successfully kept...

We're thrilled to bring you a fresh new episode from the ASHHRA Podcast, recorded live at ASHHRA25 in vibrant Albuquerque, New Mexico. Bo and Luke had the pleasure of welcoming back an incredible guest, Dr. Richard Safeer , Chief Medical Director of Employee Health and Well-being at Johns Hopkins Medicine. In our latest episode, Richard dives deep into the essential role that workplace leader...

We're thrilled to bring you the latest episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, recorded live from the ASHHRA 2025 Conference in vibrant Albuquerque! In this special episode, our hosts Luke and Bo sit down with the insightful Emily Endert , Corporate Director of HR at Covenant Woods in Mechanicsville, Virginia. Emily shares her incredible journey of joining Covenant Woods back in 2005, a place that&apo...

In this episode of The ASHHRA Podcast , we sit down with DJ Campbell , Chief Human Resources Officer at Sanford Health , to discuss the powerful role leadership development plays in transforming healthcare organizations. DJ shares insights from his dual perspective—sitting on the executive team of a major regional market while shaping strategy for Sanford’s 60,000+ employees. Listeners will discov...

We are thrilled to share this episode of The ASHHRA Podcast featuring the incredible Tonya Richards , Vice President of HR and Organizational Development at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. In this enlightening episode, co-hosts Luke Carignan and Bo Brabo dive into a conversation with Tonya about her extensive 20-year journey in healthcare HR. With a rich background in talent manag...

In this episode, we explore the exciting world of healthcare talent acquisition and the dynamic role AI plays in transforming this landscape. Lisa Abbay , Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Powerback Rehabilitation shares her journey from being a registered dietitian to leading talent acquisition and offers invaluable insights into how technology is reshaping the way we find and hire talent i...

We are thrilled to bring you insights from a recent episode of The ASHHRA Podcast featuring Katie Cullinan , the Chief Human Resources Officer at Nuvance Health. With over two decades of experience in HR, Katie's journey from architecture to the heart of healthcare HR showcases her adaptability and relentless pursuit of purpose. In this episode, Luke Carignan navigates a vibrant discussion wi...

We have an exciting update for you in anticipation of the upcoming ASHHRA25 conference—one you won’t want to miss! In our latest episode of The ASHHRA Podcast, we had an inspiring conversation with Sara Ross , our keynote speaker for the event. If you haven’t listened to it yet, now’s the time! Episode Highlights: Meet Sara Ross: Sara is not only a keynote speaker at ASHHRA25 but also the Chief Vi...

Welcome back to another insightful episode of the ASHHRA Podcast, where we bring you the latest discussions, trends, and breakthroughs in the world of healthcare HR. This week, we're delving deep into the powerful domain of Total Rewards with our distinguished guest, Lindsey Garito , AVP of Total Rewards at Montefiore Health System. In this episode, the dynamic duo from The Bo & Luke Show...

We are excited to share insights from our latest episode of The ASHHRA Podcast featuring the dynamic Laura Dannels , Chief Talent Officer at Wellstar Health System in Atlanta. In this episode, we dive deep into Laura’s inspiring journey and her innovative approach to talent acquisition and management in the healthcare industry. With a rich history in HR, Laura’s expertise spans talent acquisition,...