

HRchat Podcast
The HR Gazette
Listen to the HRchat Podcast by HR Gazette to get insights and tips from HR leaders, influencers and tech experts. Topics covered include HR Tech, HR, AI, Leadership, Talent, Recruitment, Employee Engagement, Recognition, Wellness, DEI, and Company Culture.Hosted by Bill Banham, Pauline James, and other HR enthusiasts, the HRchat show publishes interviews with influencers, leaders, analysts, and those in the HR trenches 2-4 times each week. The show is approaching 1000 episodes and past guests are from organizations including ADP, SAP, Ceridian, IBM, UPS, Deloitte Consulting LLP, Simon Sinek Inc, NASA, Gartner, SHRM, Government of Canada, Hacking HR, McLean & Company, UPS, Microsoft, Shopify, DisruptHR, McKinsey and Co, Virgin Pulse, Salesforce, Make-A-Wish Foundation, and Coca-Cola Beverages Company.Want to be featured on the show? Learn more here. Podcast Music Credit"Funky One"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Apr 25, 2019 • 11min
How to Build a Gig Economy Inside Your Company and DisruptHR w/ Kelley Steven-Waiss, HERE Technologies
In this episode of the HRchat show, we hear from Kelley Steven-Waiss, EVP, Chief HR Officer at HERE Technologies. Kelley is a speaker at DisruptHR San Francisco where she will discuss the concept of the “gig inside” and how she and her team built a technology solution to use AI/ML to match skills to project-based work which drove amazing results in driving innovation, productivity and engagement.Prior to joining HERE, Steven-Waiss was Executive Vice President of Worldwide Human Resources for Extreme Networks - responsible for the company’s global human capital strategies. Before that, she held numerous executive management positions, including at Integrated Device Technology (IDT) and PMC-Sierra, as well as consulting positions in large global consulting, public software and retail companies.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc. Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletterCheck out our in-person events

Apr 23, 2019 • 13min
Combining Science and Analytics to Achieve Better Talent Outcomes w/ Dr Shreya Sarkar-Barney, Human Capital Growth
Dr. Shreya Sarkar-Barney, founder and CEO of Human Capital Growth, combines science with HR to revolutionize talent management. She explains how evidence-based practices enhance hiring and training, moving away from traditional methods. Shreya highlights the dangers of 'hopium' in HR, advocating for data-driven decisions that boost employee engagement and productivity. Her insights aim to cultivate a nurturing workplace environment, ultimately leading to better organizational outcomes. Don’t miss her upcoming talk at DisruptHR San Francisco!

Apr 16, 2019 • 25min
The Evolution of Workplace Wellness w/ David Osborne and Rajiv Kumar, Virgin Pulse
In this episode the HRchat podcast, Bill Banham is joined by Virgin Pulse CEO David Osborne and Rajiv Kumar, Chief Medical Officer and President of the Virgin Pulse Institute to discuss the evolution of the workforce wellness space. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc. Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletterCheck out our in-person events

Apr 2, 2019 • 17min
Helping Employers Brand Job Postings and Reach Top Talent w/ Ryan Porter, Ruutly.com
In this episode of HRchat, Bill Banham chats with Ryan Porter, Founder at Ruutly.com. Listen as they discuss ways to help employers brand their jobs and get the right people. Ryan also Founder at RaiseYourFlag.com, a platform which helps job seekers discover career paths they're qualified for and find roles at every step.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc. Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletterCheck out our in-person events

Mar 26, 2019 • 24min
Retail, Restaurants and InnovateWork w/ Chuck Farrell, Pizza Pizza
In this episode, we hear from Chuck Farrell, Vice President, Human Resources and speaker at the April 2019 InnovateWork Toronto summit. Chuck is a senior business professional with 20+ years experience in Human Resources leadership roles in the retail & restaurant industries. He currently leads all things people for Canada's iconic pizza pioneer and largest chain - Pizza Pizza. Previously he has worked for well known industry leaders such as Walmart Canada and Yum! We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc. Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletterCheck out our in-person events

Mar 19, 2019 • 21min
Connections Between Sport and Business w/ Tegan Cochrane
In this episode of the HRchat show, Matt Burns interviews Tegan Cochrane about the inter-connectivity between athletics and business. Three-time Canadian cycling champion turned marketing consultant, Tegan combines formal education with real world experience to build client success. Now a creative and marketing consultant, Tegan offers her take on work-life balance and how lessons from a sports career have shaped her approach to business success. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc. Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletterCheck out our in-person events

Mar 12, 2019 • 17min
Leadership, Infinite Mindset and InnovateWork w/ Stephen Shedletzky, Start With Why - Simon Sinek
In this episode of the HRchat show, we hear from Stephen Shedletzky, Head of Brand Voice at Start With Why - Simon Sinek. Listen as Stephen explores concepts in Simon Sinek’s next book, and the focus of Stephens talk at InnovateWork Toronto on April 11. Discover how leaders who embrace an 'infinite mindset' build stronger, more innovative organizations. Working with Simon Sinek and the team at Start With Why, Stephen engages people in meaningful ways so that we connect with depth and live in a more fulfilled world. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc. Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletterCheck out our in-person events

Mar 5, 2019 • 20min
Creating a Happy Place to Work w/ Steve Browne, SHRM and LaRosa
In this episode we hear from HR celeb Steve Browne. Steve has devoted 30+ years of his career to human resources. He currently is the Vice President of Human Resources for LaRosa's, Inc., a regional Pizzeria restaurant chain in Southwest Ohio with 11 locations and more than 1,100 Team Members.Prior to LaRosa's, Steve held various HR management positions in the manufacturing, consumer products, and professional services industries.An active member of SHRM for more than 20 years, Steve has held several leadership roles, most recently serving as the Membership Advisory Council (MAC) representative for the North Central Region of SHRM. Other responsibilities include Immediate-Past Ohio State Council Director for SHRM; State Conference Director for Ohio HR Conference Committee; and Past President of the Greater Cincinnati Human Resources Association. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc. Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletterCheck out our in-person events

Feb 28, 2019 • 12min
InnovateWork Launches in Vancouver w/ Matt Burns and Bill Banham
In this special bonus HRchat episode, Bill Banham invites Matt Burns back to talk about the inaugural InnovateWork Vancouver event happening March 26. Matt Burns is Founder of Global HR Collective and Member & Contributor at Forbes Human Resources Council. Get tickets to the Vancouver event here. We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc. Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletterCheck out our in-person events

Feb 19, 2019 • 23min
Aligning People with Business Strategy and InnovateWork Toronto w/ Christine Song, Coinsquare
In this episode Christine Song, Chief People Officer, Coinsquare chats with Bill Banham about ways to better align culture with business goals and developing tomorrow's leaders.As a member of the executive team at Coinsquare, Christine's goal is to approach the function of People Experience by aligning the people strategy with the business strategy. She is addicted to the technology startup space, and her greatest passion is scaling startups so that they can accelerate growth while focusing on a people-first approach.We do our best to ensure editorial objectivity. The views and ideas shared by our guests and sponsors are entirely independent of The HR Gazette, HRchat Podcast and Iceni Media Inc. Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletterCheck out our in-person events


