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Empowering Companies with Hourly Workforces I recently welcomed Sean Behr, CEO of Fountain, back to the HRchat pod to shed light on new strategies and technologies driving the recruitment of hourly workforces. Embracing generative AIc and earned wage access can empower companies, says Sean, to streamline their recruiting operations and build a diverse and engaged […]
In HRchat podcast 609, Dr. Alika Lafontaine, President of the Canadian Medical Association, shares timely insights on affirmative action, meritocracy, Indigenous data sovereignty, and the state of healthcare in Canada. As business leaders and HR professionals, understanding these perspectives is essential in creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. Listen as Bill Banham and Alika delve into […]
This year has seen an onus placed on HR professionals and business leaders to understand and plan for the implications of generative AI and deep language models. In HRchat episode 608, I sit down with Tim Whitley, Director of HR Technology at Oklahoma State University. Tim says his passion lies in exploring the convergence of […]
In episode 607 of the HRchat Podcast, I talk with with Nellie Wartoft, CEO & Founder at Tigerhall. Nellie’s passion for social mobility and her dedication to providing learning opportunities for professionals worldwide has driven the success of Tigerhall, a social learning platform disrupting traditional methods of training employees. Social learning platforms like Tigerhall can […]
The DrakeStar Q3 2023 Global HR Tech Market Report has been released! In it, the team took a close look at the global HR Tech industry to provide a comprehensive market update. The team observed strong market traction despite the current economic uncertainty with 181 HR Tech transactions in Q2 2023 and $1.2bn+ total invested […]
Empowering Youth for a Digitally Inclusive Tomorrow: UNICEF’s Innovations for Children’s Lives In HRchat episode 606, we delve into the realm of digital inclusion and agency for young people and how UNICEF is spearheading innovative initiatives to uplift children’s lives in challenging circumstances. Our guest, Bo Percival, Senior Advisor, Innovation (Ventures) at UNICEF, is at the […]
In episode 605 of the HRchat Podcast, we shed light on how emotional intelligence proves to be an indispensable trait in two of society’s most critical institutions – the Armed Forces and the Police Force – and ways lessons can be used in the corporate world. In high-stakes environments like the military and law enforcement, […]
Joining me on the HRchat podcast this time is Julie Stich, Vice President, Content at the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans. In her role, Julie oversees the International Foundation’s educational programs, which include online learning courses, webinars, and more than 100 annual in-person educational events. As an expert in employee benefits, Julie closely follows […]
In episode 603 of the HRchat pod, I welcome Josh Bersin to the show to share his thoughts on the impact he has made on the world of work, the evolution of the employee experience and wellbeing initiatives, and where AI will take us in the coming years. In addition, Josh gives a rundown of his […]
AI and Employee Life Insurance In HRchat episode 602, I talk with Bob Gaydos, Founder and CEO of Pendella where he leads a team of innovators in the insurance industry – automating the underwriting process through AI and big data. Bob’s track record speaks volumes about his impact on the employee benefits and insurance industry. […]