Angela D'Acquisto, CHRO at NOVA

Navigating Industry Downtimes and Rebuilding Trust withAngela D'AcquistoIn this episode of The Built by People Podcast, Angela, the Chief Administrative Officer at Nova Home Loans, shares her career journey and insights into responding to the challenges of the 2022 industry downturn. She discusses the impacts of necessary staff reductions on company culture and the strategies implemented to rebuild trust, including one-on-one employee meetings, increased transparency, and enhanced employee engagement. Angela also highlights the importance of mental wellbeing resources and leadership development in fostering a resilient workplace. She emphasizes a collaborative approach within the HR team and the significance of personal growth in a leadership role.00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast00:16 Sponsor Message: Previ Network00:38 Guest Introduction: Angela's Career Journey02:13 Navigating Industry Challenges: The 2022 Downturn04:15 Rebuilding Trust and Employee Engagement07:41 Collaborative Leadership and HR Strategies08:44 Leadership Development and Company Culture10:41 Parting Advice for HR Leaders12:25 Conclusion and Farewell