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HR Leaders

Chris Rainey

784 episodes

2 days ago

Join host Chris Rainey on the HR Leaders Podcast, where he sits down with top Chief People Officers, CHROs, and leading HR experts to uncover the strategies, trends, and insights shaping the future of human resources. Each episode dives into best practices in people management, leadership challenges, and transformative HR innovations that impact both business success and society at large. Whether you're an HR professional or simply passionate about modern workplace strategies, this podcast delivers expert advice, real-world experiences, and the latest trends in HR, making it your go-to resource for all things human resources.

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Join host Chris Rainey on the HR Leaders Podcast, where he sits down with top Chief People Officers, CHROs, and leading HR experts to uncover the strategies, trends, and insights shaping the future of human resources. Each episode dives into best practices in people management, leadership challenges, and transformative HR innovations that impact both business success and society at large. Whether you're an HR professional or simply passionate about modern workplace strategies, this podcast delivers expert advice, real-world experiences, and the latest trends in HR, making it your go-to resource for all things human resources.

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Episodes (20/784)

HR Leaders

How to Build Better Teams Through Smarter Recruiting

Daniel Chait and Lewis Brown Jr. join us to talk about recruiting as a strategic weapon, how AI is reshaping hiring, and why confident hiring makes managers better. They dive into parallels with sports, internal vs. external hiring, and why human energy is still your biggest advantage.

2 days ago

46 minutes 17 seconds

HR Leaders

How to Fix Performance Management in 2026

Michael D’Ambrose, former Global CHRO at Boeing, shares why annual performance reviews fail, how real-time feedback builds stronger teams, and why HR must radically simplify performance management to drive true business impact.

1 week ago

46 minutes 30 seconds

HR Leaders

How to Build AI-Powered Learning Pathways

Dina Yorke, VP Learning Excellence at Schneider Electric, reveals how Schneider is using AI to personalize learning at scale, build a skills-based workforce, and empower employees to continuously reskill and grow in an evolving business environment.

1 week ago

47 minutes 35 seconds

HR Leaders

The Culture Architect: Scaling People, Culture & Leadership

Alex Nicolaus, CPO at Paysend and author of Startup Culture, shares how startups can design high-performance culture from day one by hiring for behaviors, embedding values early, and building leadership systems that scale with growth.

2 weeks ago

53 minutes 49 seconds

HR Leaders

How HR Can Earn a Seat at the Executive Table

Jelena Djordjevic, Chief People Officer at Thumbtack, explains how HR leaders can build strong business partnerships, balance humanity with tough decisions, and prepare organizations for AI-driven transformation while keeping people at the center.

2 weeks ago

45 minutes 39 seconds

HR Leaders

How to Build an AI-First HR Organization

Brandon Roberts, Group VP, People Analytics and AI at ServiceNow, explains how AI is revolutionizing talent management by enabling real-time skills data, workforce agility, and HR-IT partnerships that prepare organizations for the future of work.

3 weeks ago

43 minutes 20 seconds

HR Leaders

Why JUST Hiring DEI Leaders Won’t Fix Your Inclusion Problem

Hannah Awonuga, Founder & CEO of Illume Executive Consulting, reveals how HR leaders can embed inclusion into executive coaching, build trust with senior leaders, and reframe leadership through authenticity and lived experience.

3 weeks ago

49 minutes 37 seconds

HR Leaders

How to Build High-Performing Teams in 2026

Quilco Hasemann, Chief People & Culture Officer at Outfittery, breaks down how to shape high-performing leadership teams by doubling down on strengths, culture, and experimentation, especially in the age of AI. She explains why most development strategies fail and what HR must do differently to unlock real potential.

3 weeks ago

39 minutes 58 seconds

HR Leaders

Never Lead Alone: 10 Shifts from Leadership to Teamship

Keith Ferrazzi, author of Never Lead Alone and Founder of Ferrazzi Greenlight, shares how shifting from leadership to teamship builds trust, drives innovation, and future-proofs teams in a rapidly changing world. He explains why HR must redesign the way teams collaborate, make decisions, and grow together.

4 weeks ago

49 minutes 38 seconds

HR Leaders

How to Build Resilient Leaders in Fast-Paced Companies

Adam Lancaster, Founder & Chief Learning Officer at Alkemy, shares how to develop leaders in fast-paced, high-growth companies. He discusses what first-time managers need most, why leadership development must evolve beyond programs, and how to turn L&D into a business driver.

1 month ago

53 minutes 3 seconds

HR Leaders

How to Build a High-Performing Hybrid Workforce

Liam Reese, Head of People at ClickOut Media, shares how HR teams can embrace remote and hybrid models without sacrificing performance, culture, or engagement. He explores how to align leadership, rethink talent attraction, and avoid the biggest pitfalls companies make when choosing a work setup.

1 month ago

37 minutes 25 seconds

HR Leaders

How is AI helping HR boost efficiency, innovation, and engagement

Ben Frost, Senior Client Partner at Korn Ferry, and Zoe Cannings, Strategic HR Transformation Director at Oracle, explore how AI is transforming HR by enhancing efficiency, driving innovation in reward systems, and enabling deeper employee engagement through intelligent, data-led strategies.

1 month ago

51 minutes 34 seconds

HR Leaders

What It Means to Be a Respectful Rebel at Work

Juan Pablo Velasquez, CHRO at Fyffes, discusses respectful rebellion in leadership, sharing how curiosity, courage, and empathy can effectively challenge organizational norms and drive meaningful change in complex workplaces.

1 month ago

50 minutes 21 seconds

HR Leaders

How Culture Wins in the Age of AI

Alim Dhanji, CHRO at TD SYNNEX, joins the HR Leaders Podcast to reveal why culture—not technology—is the ultimate differentiator in the AI era. He shares how to lead with vulnerability, drive value through empathy, and build resilient, human-centered organizations ready for the future.

1 month ago

45 minutes 43 seconds

HR Leaders

How to Transform HR Data into Board-Level ROI

Sarnjit Kaur, Chief People Officer International at Cox Automotive, joins the HR Leaders Podcast to reveal how HR leaders can transform data into business strategy. She shares how to connect KPIs to real outcomes, build line manager capability, and use empathy to drive engagement that executives actually care about.

1 month ago

36 minutes 59 seconds

HR Leaders

How SHRM Is Reimagining HR in the AI Era

Andy Biladeau, Chief Transformation Officer at SHRM, joins the HR Leaders Podcast to discuss the new rules of transformation. From structured agility to AI adoption, Andy unpacks how companies can lead sustainable change, stay focused in chaotic times, and prepare HR leaders to shape the future of work.

1 month ago

37 minutes 22 seconds

HR Leaders

5 Secrets to Master High Performer Mindset

Mike James Ross, author of Intention: The Surprising Psychology of High Performers, joins the HR Leaders Podcast to discuss intentional leadership, the psychology of high performance, and how HR can leverage AI to enhance, not hinder, the human experience at work.

1 month ago

48 minutes 17 seconds

HR Leaders

Why HR Must Understand the Business First

Stephanie Werner-Dietz, Executive Vice President, Human Resources, ArcelorMittal, joins the HR Leaders Podcast to discuss how HR can break down silos, build stronger relationships with leaders, and develop people strategies that align with real business needs, especially in complex, global organizations.

1 month ago

54 minutes 47 seconds

HR Leaders

How to Simplify Your HR Tech Stack

Ciprian Arhire, Global Head of People Programmes and Analytics at Entain, joins the HR Leaders Podcast to discuss how to simplify HR tech, balance AI and trust, and build a flexible, data-driven HR strategy that empowers employees and leaders alike.

2 months ago

54 minutes 59 seconds

HR Leaders

How AI Is Transforming Talent Acquisition

Six top HR and TA leaders, from companies like Databricks, Zapier, Eaton, and Omnicom Media Group, join forces in this HR Leaders panel to unpack how AI is disrupting hiring and talent management. Moderated by Lynne Oldham, the conversation covers bias mitigation, attrition prediction, and the real-world tools already reshaping how teams work.

2 months ago

41 minutes 45 seconds