298: Navigating AI and Global Work with Laura Maffucci

Laura Maffucci, Head of HR at G-P, joins Punk Rock HR to explore how AI and global employment solutions are reshaping the HR landscape. From “agentic AI” and compliance challenges to the human side of leadership, Laura shares what HR leaders need to know about embracing AI responsibly while unlocking global talent with Employer of Record services. In this episode, you’ll hear: What an Employer of Record (EOR) is and why it matters in today’s global labor market The difference between generic AI and “agentic AI” built for safe, HR-specific use Why HR jobs aren’t going away, but the work is changing How leaders can create safe AI adoption practices at work Real HR use cases for AI, from summarizing investigations to tracking compliance changes The risks of over-relying on AI and why human judgment remains essential Why global talent strategy is becoming a must-have for companies