Episode 65: A new generation for HR: Frauke von Polier, Chief People Officer at Viessmann

Frauke introduces her passion for transformation, having seen several across her career, and her excitement for the transformation to climate solutions at Viessmann. From the principles in creating a business centred on a net positive contribution, to strategies such as a new Talent Architecture for the skills needed today and tomorrow, Frauke describes people as the soul of an organisation, and how working with the heart must be alongside a market orientated people function. Frauke also shares her thoughts on privilege and describes the importance of creating an inclusive environment at work by looking at where decisions are made. Here's a snapshot of a few things we talked about: [2:00] HR at the centre of transformations [6:00] People & Organisation examples of transformation [11:00] A new Talent Architecture for the skills of today and tomorrow [20:00] HR for a net positive system – a new generation of thinking [26:45] Frauke and Viessmann's support for families fleeing Ukraine [30:00] Harnessing our privilege How HR Leaders Change the World - Live! Have you heard the exciting news?! With huge thanks to you for the 5 star reviews and wonderful feedback, we're launching our first one day conference, How HR Leaders Change the World - Live!  As well as learning from inspiring HR Leaders on how your strategic, commercial HR work is also creating change and delivering ESG goals, you'll be able to discuss ideas, challenges, co-create best practice with your peer and... there's more... We're utterly thrilled to announce that our special guest, presenting a galvanising keynote, is the amazing Erin Brockovich!  In her inspiring session you'll hear Erin share her experience and advice on how you too can harness the power of your role to create positive social change. It's on 16th November 2022, at Linklaters, London.  Don't delay - we'll be in a big auditorium, but we know we won't be able to fit everyone that wants to come... so visit our website today to grab your seat before tickets sell out! It's set to be the most inspiring, changemaking, HR event ever, and we can't wait to see you there!