People and Strategy

Anita Martin built her HR career on three pillars: fairness, consistency, and transparency. In this episode, Martin shares her strategy for leading organizational change at the Houston Texans and offers tips on how to achieve employee buy-in, the importance of succession planning, and strategic patience.Episode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the current state of the U.S. labor market—and where it’s headed in 2025—with SHRM senior labor economist Justin Ladner. Discover key insights and potential paths forward for the worker shortage, inflation, and more.Episode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

How does an organization create an “outrageously extraordinary” culture? SharkNinja’s chief people officer Elizabeth Norberg sits down with the president of Gap International, Bob Rothman, to discuss their formula for success. They also share tips for navigating change, building executive alignment, and the role of the HR executive in building company culture. Listen until the end to hear some rapid fire questions.Follow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this week’s episode of the People and Strategy podcast, Marjorie Powell, the CHRO at AARP, shares her insights into managing HR at one of the largest nonprofit organizations in the U.S. She also explains how AI is being used to enhance member engagement and how to realize the strategic value of the 50-and-older workforce.Episode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this special episode, we're recording live at the SHRM Executive Network's 2024 Visionaries Summit in Austin, Texas. Tune in for key takeaways from our Executive Network of CHROs. Learn what's top of mind for HR leaders and which insights they plan to bring back to their organizations.Didn't get a chance to attend Visionaries this year? Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network and the 2025 Visionaries Summit.Episode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

In this episode, Dawn Zier, former CEO of Nutrisystem and current executive coach, discusses the vital role that organizational culture plays in company turnarounds and in the boardroom. She explains the evolving role of boards of directors in today's workplace and why some boardroom norms have reached their expiration dates. Zier is also the editor of The Directors Roundtable, a regular department in our quarterly People + Strategy Journal. You can read the most recent Directors Roundtables online:Creating Board-Management AlignmentHow a Board of Directors Should Lead on GenAIHow Boards Navigate the New State of LaborEpisode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

From Starbucks barista to executive, Paul Johnson’s career journey has taken many paths. Today, he is VP of People and Culture and Chief Diversity Officer for the Seattle Symphony Orchestra. In this episode of People and Strategy, Johnson shares his insights on redefining traditional leadership paradigms, the role of continuous learning, and the differences between HR roles in the for-profit and nonprofit sectors.Note: All views expressed are the writer’s own and do not necessarily reflect the view of the Seattle Symphony Orchestra.Episode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

What was your entry point into the workforce? In this episode of People and Strategy, Denny’s SVP of HR and CLO Fasika Melaku discusses how the service industry tends to be that first door to employment. She reflects on her experience as an immigrant, working in the hospitality industry, and creating employee development programs at Denny's.Episode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

Increasing access to care among underserved populations can advance health equity. In this episode of People and Strategy, Boston Scientific’s vice president of HR and global chief diversity officer Camille Chang Gilmore discusses the medical technology company’s Close the Gap Health Equity Initiative, tying inclusion goals to measurable outcomes, her tips for successful leadership, and more.Episode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.

An organization’s workplace culture represents an opportunity to align with the communities it serves. In this episode of People and Strategy, DeRetta Rhodes, chief culture officer at the Atlanta Braves discusses how to enhance workplace culture — from the importance of giving employees a voice to how community involvement can create a sense of belonging.Episode transcriptFollow People and Strategy wherever you listen to podcasts; rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network.