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EPISODE · Feb 15, 2026 · 18 MIN

Ep. 128 - Pets at Work Can Increase Productivity - Erika Sinner

from Dear Human Resources: · host Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D.

Our guest is Erika Sinner, Founder and CEO of Directorie, a $15 million healthcare commercialization company and a two-time Inc. 5000 honoree. She also serves as the Chief Empathy Officer at the nonprofit TinySuperheroes, empowering critically ill children to discover their strength and voice. A passionate advocate for pet-inclusive workplaces and a leading voice on pet bereavement leave, Erika is the bestselling author of Pets Are Family. In this episode, she talks about the Importance of Celebrating Our Pets in the Workplace. From Slack channels full of puppy pics to thoughtful pet bereavement policies, organizations are recognizing what many of us already know—pets are family, and honoring that truth can transform culture. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis

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