Fred Skinner, Chief Human Resources Officer at Eversana

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, sponsored by Previ, host Dave D'Angelo chats with Fred Skinner, the Chief HR Officer at Eversana. Fred shares his initial hesitance but eventual passion for HR leadership, detailing his career progression through various industries. Fred discusses Eversana's unique approach to merging cultures during company acquisitions and emphasizes the importance of simplicity and culture-first strategies in maintaining employee engagement and operational success. Key elements of Eversana's methodology include focusing on cultural alignment during acquisitions, fostering communication, and integrating cultural beliefs into everyday practices. 00:44 Meet Fred: Career Journey and Background 02:40 Building Eversana's Cultural Foundation 06:31 Maintaining Culture During Global Expansion 09:16 Eversana's Recognition as a Great Place to Work 12:02 Lessons from Rapid Growth 13:52 Parting Advice and Conclusion