People and Strategy

In this episode, we discuss the latest news on DE&I policies—including the February 5 DOJ memo—and share tips for HR leaders on how to balance keeping your company practices inclusive while remaining legally compliant with the executive orders. Alex Alonso, SHRM’s chief data and analytics officer joins us to talk about the history of DE&I programs, where we’re headed next, and SHRM’s BEAM Framework of actionable guidelines for HR leaders. If it’s a WORK thing, it’s a SHRM thing. Get additional tools you need to navigate these challenges at the SHRM Executive Order Resource Hub: https://bit.ly/3CDgIS2 And join our upcoming webinar series to dive deeper into the nuances of these executive orders:February 12th: Diving Deeper into Affirmative Action and Federal Contractor Compliance: Key Insights & Critical Actions - REGISTER NOW:https://gateway.on24.com/wcc/eh/3511880/lp/4844956/diving-deeper-into-affirmative-action-and-federal-contractor-compliance-key-insights-critical-actionsFebruary 26th: Navigating Title VII Compliance Amid Recent DEI Policy Changes – REGISTER NOW: https://gateway.on24.com/wcc/eh/3511880/lp/4850050/navigating-title-vii-compliance-amid-recent-dei-policy-changes Episode TranscriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this episode, we talk to John Barrand, CHRO for the state of Utah. Barrand shares how he developed a passion for helping people “disagree better” and dispels four common myths about disagreements, including the belief that being a good person means disagreeing less.Episode TranscriptFor more resources to facilitate healthy conflict, view SHRM’s Civility Toolkit: https://www.shrm.org/topics-tools/topics/civilityFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

Prudence Pitter is a business executive with 26+ years of broad Human Resource leadership expertise across several industries. Currently she is Global Head of HR for two Amazon Web Services business units. In addition to her HR and consulting experience she served as Adjunct Professor of HRM and Organizational Behavior & Leadership for the City University of NY, for 9+ years. She enjoys writing about HR trends, delivering presentations which align human resources to business, as well as leading workshops on leadership capabilities and employee experience. She is currently a Board Member for the Women Mentoring Network, and volunteers her time to help junior HR professionals learn the skills needed to succeed in their career. Prudence also assists multiple single mothers prepare for back-to-school each school year. Her passion is delivering leadership development presentations to HR and business leaders while also inspiring these leaders to align people practices to business priorities while keeping the employee experience as a key focus at all times. She holds BS & MBA degrees, and the two highest HR Certifications; GPHR and SPHR.Note: The recording states that Pitter leads HR for the Auto/Manufacturing and Life Sciences Division. Correction: Prudence Pitter is the global head of HR for Amazon Web Services’ Auto/Manufacturing and Bus Development divisions. Episode TranscriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this episode, we talk to Tom Tang, Chief People Officer of May Mobility, a startup specializing in autonomous vehicle solutions. Tang shares three key HR insights: how to scale a startup team, how to tackle HR debt, and how to advocate for board-level support. Episode TranscriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

We’re closing out 2024 by talking about the three big HR trends of the year. In this episode, Dayforce chief people officer Amy Cappellanti-Wolf sits down with us to discuss AI, personalization of HR applications, and the ongoing conversations around employers instituting a return to office.Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this episode, we talk to Robert Glazer about his latest book, Rethinking Two Week’s Notice. He offers a fresh perspective that will reframe the way you think about employee transitions. Glazer is also the founder of Acceleration Partners, a global partner marketing agency, and the podcast host of Elevate with Robert Glazer.Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this episode, David Reimer, CEO of the ExCo Group shares the 3 big leadership issues he anticipates for 2025: navigating civil discourse at the workplace, redefining what good leadership looks like, and leading with self awareness. He also shares how a spark of curiosity could lead to great things.Episode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this episode of People and Strategy, Jill Waite, chief people officer at Portillo’s, talks about the restaurant's leadership program. Waite emphasizes the value of a blended learning approach, the importance of soft skills, and discusses how to retain boomerang employees.Episode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this episode of People and Strategy, Mike Fromm, CHRO of Shaw Industries, shares insights on building an inclusive culture that prioritizes its people. He highlights Shaw’s five guiding principles: inclusion, empowerment, accountability, authenticity, and support. Discover how implementing guiding principles can help create a workplace where employees feel valued, connected, and empowered.Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this episode, Terry Reed, senior vice president of talent and leadership development at Comfort Systems, a leading mechanical and electrical firm, shares his insights on addressing the country’s critical shortage in skilled trade workers, plus his strategies for attracting women to the industry, and the need for in-house training programs. Reed also shares his experiences on building workplace culture and diversity, as well as the impact of technology like AI on the workforce.Episode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.