Clark Jessop, SVP, HR Business Partner at U.S. Bank

Exploring HR Strategies and Innovations with ClarkIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host interviews Clark, a seasoned HR professional. Clark shares his untraditional career path in HR, starting from journalism and transitioning through financial services to his current role at US Bank. He discusses his experience in various companies like HP and Cognizant, emphasizing how different organizations shaped his HR approach. Clark delves into employee engagement, specifically the Deloitte model, and highlights the importance of meaningful work, supportive management, and growth opportunities over superficial engagement activities. He also explains his data-driven approach to workforce analytics and compensation strategies. Clark discusses the development of a skill-based role architecture at US Bank, aimed at providing clear growth paths for employees. He concludes with advice on achieving work-life balance, stressing the importance of setting personal boundaries. The episode is presented by Previ, which offers significant savings on essentials for employees.00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast00:37 Meet Clark: From Broadcast Journalism to HR Leadership01:55 Clark's Career Journey: From HP to US Bank03:10 Employee Engagement: Beyond Happy Hours06:37 Transforming Data into Actionable Insights08:58 Developing a Skill-Based Role Architecture11:44 Parting Advice: Work-Life Balance13:10 Conclusion and Farewell