The HR Community Podcast

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AI is everywhere in HR right now and that’s exactly why it’s so easy to get it wrong. Shane O’Neill sits down with Olga Rankin, Group Manager for People and Culture at Arinco, to cut through the noise and talk about what responsible AI adoption actually looks like inside a real business. We get practical about the big question: how do HR leaders use AI to boost productivity without stripping out t...

DEI can feel like a debate topic right now, but at ground level it’s still about something simple: how humans treat each other at work. Shane O’Neill sits down with Laura Jones, GM People Experience at ServiceStream, to unpack what diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging look like when you strip away the slogans and focus on outcomes. We talk about diversity as more than demographics: diversit...

Hiring in shortage markets can’t be an admin exercise. We sit with Derek Del Simone, Chief Talent Officer at Abano Healthcare Group, to map out how Talent becomes a true growth engine—separate from HR yet tightly partnered—and why a single clinical hire can change a practice’s P&L. Derek shares the journey from an ill-fitting ATS to an AI-enabled stack that removes drudge work, sources interna...

Talent teams aren’t just filling roles anymore; they’re steering growth. We sit with Kyle Hurley, Senior Manager for Talent Acquisition at MedHealth, to explore how a 25‑brand portfolio builds a unified hiring engine without losing each brand’s edge. Kyle’s journey from coding classes and agency desks to enterprise TA leadership unlocks a playbook for moving beyond requisitions to true talent inte...

The way we learn at work is finally catching up to the way we actually work. Shane O’Neill sits down with Udemy APAC VP and MD Peter Kokkinos to unpack how AI is transforming learning from a one-size-fits-all catalog into personalized, in-the-flow support that meets people at the exact moment of need. From the early days of laser discs to today’s AI-powered role plays, Peter shares what’s changed,...

Rebecca Donaldson, Chief People Officer at Ramsey Healthcare, brings her unique blend of legal expertise and HR leadership to a fascinating discussion about the transformation of the HR profession. With experience spanning major organizations like Qantas and ABC, Rebecca offers invaluable insights from her journey through highly regulated industries to her current role overseeing 36,000 employees...

Discount code for CultureCon 2025: https://thegrowthfaculty.co/CivitasCultureCon25 Barbara Harvey takes us on a fascinating journey through the evolving landscape of workplace learning, drawing from her unique career path that began teaching drama to at-risk youth in South Africa. Now as Head of Learning at Growth Faculty, she brings a refreshing perspective to how organizations can foster meaning...

The future of HR is unfolding before our eyes, and it's being shaped by data, skills, and artificial intelligence. In this enlightening conversation, Melissa Bowden, Senior Director for People and Purpose at Workday APAC and Japan, takes us deep into the transformation happening at the intersection of human resources and technology. Melissa shares Workday's pioneering journey toward beco...

What does talent acquisition look like when you're recruiting across six countries with vastly different cultures, languages, and candidate behaviors? Tosh Onishi pulls back the curtain on the fascinating challenges of global recruitment in this enlightening conversation. After a decade at Visa and now heading talent acquisition for APJ at Okta, Tosh brings unparalleled insights into how succ...

When Paddy Jordan left Ireland at 23 to backpack around the world, he never imagined his journey would lead to becoming Vice President of HR Asia Pacific for a global spirits company. In this captivating conversation with Shane O'Neill, Paddy reveals how an unexpected pivot from corporate banking to compensation and benefits launched his HR career – a field he initially resisted entering. &qu...

Lucy Wilson, Chief People Officer at Gumtree Australia, takes us on a fascinating journey through her nearly two-decade career in HR and people leadership across diverse industries. With remarkable candor, she shares the challenges and triumphs of guiding Gumtree through a monumental transformation – transitioning from global ownership to becoming a locally-owned ASX-listed business while uniting...

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Join us as Sarah Novelli shares her journey and insights into data-driven HR practices that enhance organizational effectiveness and employee engagement. With a focus on analytics, leadership, and flexibility, Sarah discusses strategies that drive results and foster a diverse workplace. • Sarah's unexpected path into HR  • The impact of data analytics on HR decision-making  • Aligning HR stra...

Discover how the landscape of HR is being reshaped by visionary HR practitioners like Philippa Prothero, who joins us to share her unique journey from from organisational psychology to building future of workforce models. Philippa supports organisations to build future-focused workforce models, applying a strong data-driven approach and incorporating best practice at all points of the employee lif...

Discover how navigating the gender pay gap goes beyond mere compliance with Natalie Flynn, the trailblazing CEO of Equity. Natalie joins us with a wealth of knowledge and personal experience on the intricacies of pay equity. Her journey from Organisational Psychology to the Chief People Officer role and eventually founding a tech startup, uncovers the undeniable significance of real-time data and...

Transitioning from a graphic designer to a top HR executive, Meredith Crowe's journey is nothing short of inspiring. As the Senior Vice President of Global People and Culture at Telix Pharmaceuticals, she brings a wealth of experience and insight into the challenges and triumphs of high-growth business environments. From the pivotal milestone of Telix breaking into the ASX 100 to her personal...

We are transforming HR with AI and Tech-Driven Workforce Initiatives! Are you part of the journey? Join us as we explore this unique workforce solutions with Andrew Lafontaine, who brings a rich tapestry of experiences from his time with giants like AXA, Telstra, and NAB to his current role as Partner for Mercer Pacific. Andrew's deep dive into the heart of HR reveals how blending in-house ro...

Curious about how employee experience can revolutionise HR management? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Krista Hunt, the General Manager for People and Culture at Carlisle Homes, as she takes us through her inspiring career in HR. Krista reveals how data-driven decision-making and a deep understanding of financial mechanics are essential in shaping effective HR strategies. She undersc...

Ready to reshape your HR strategies and gain insights from a seasoned professional? In this episode, we promise to equip you with advanced hiring techniques and innovative practices as we chat with Jamila Malkoun from HESTA. Jamila is currently, TA Lead with HESTA and operated in several HR positions within utilities, retail and financial services sectors. Jamila takes us on a journey from her beg...

📽️In this new HR Community Podcast episode, as part of our value-add series, we hosted Dr Marnie Gibson , Global People Director for T2 Tea . T2 Tea is a chain of specialty tea shops with stores across APAC. The company was established in Melbourne in 1996. Ever wondered how an aspiring actor becomes a global HR leader? Join us as Marnie Gibson, the Global People's Director for T2, takes us o...

Unlock the secrets behind securing your company's future as Darragh Ahearn, an expert in background checks and compliance, joins me in an eye-opening discussion that delves into the indispensable nature of meticulous vetting practices in the workplace. We've seen the corporate landscape shift, and with it, the heightened necessity for detailed scrutiny becomes clear—especially given rece...

This episode is one of our most unique of the HR Community Podcats series.  Kris Clelland, Managing Director for Talint Partners, joins us for a riveting exploration of talent management's strategic facets in today's market. ...not just Australia, we are looking internationally too. His journey from tech recruitment to leading global teams magnifies the discussion with a focus on recruit...

Ever wondered what it's like to navigate the fast-paced world of start-ups as a HR leader? Nicole Karagiannis, our esteemed guest for this episode, is here to share her enlightening journey. As Chief People Officer for the innovative Harrison AI, Nicole brings a wealth of knowledge from her diverse career path, which has spanned industries such as banking, healthcare and more. Her unique blen...

Welcome aboard on our fascinating journey with Bo Manampiri, a seasoned HR professional who currently leads the People & Culture function for Suez in Australia and New Zealand. Bo carries a remarkable experience spanning across recruitment to globally recognized HR roles, and interestingly, his journey began by accident. Travel with us as we reveal the opportunities, challenges, and the exhila...