Balancing People and Profit: An Inside Look at HR Through the CFO’s Lens

As HR continues to evolve into a strategic force inside organizations, it's time to hear from a key partner: the CFO. In this mid-year finale episode of Talk HR, Harrison and Sam are joined by Maliek Branch, CFO of Greenwich House, to explore the intersection of finance and human resources in today's workplace. Maliek shares how her background in city government shaped her leadership style, what CFOs really think of HR-led initiatives, and why it’s time for finance and HR to stop talking past each other and start working together.Key Moments:00:06: Opening Remarks + Summer Plans03:28 – Meet Maliek Branch, CFO of Greenwich House04:31 – Why HR Reports to Finance at Greenwich House06:43 – Finance vs. People: Finding Balance08:46 – Advice for HR Professionals Building Bridges with Finance10:03 – Measuring ROI on HR-Led Programs14:19 – Inclusive Leadership & Pacing with Culture17:01 – The Future of HR: Keeping the “HR” in “People & Culture”18:12 – Advice for CFOs Working with HR22:07 – About Greenwich House & How to Support