Jason Lioy, Chief People Officer at Dawn Foods Global

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, host and guest Jason Lioy engage in a deep conversation about the critical impact of HR on business success. From Jason's career journey, starting in plant operations to ascending to a Chief People Officer role, the discussion sheds light on key strategies for aligning HR initiatives with business objectives. Jason shares invaluable lessons about understanding the business, making data-driven decisions, and balancing employee satisfaction with organizational performance. He emphasizes the need for HR leaders to focus on measurable outcomes and true business integration, leveraging his extensive experience to offer actionable advice for HR professionals. 00:44 Meet Jason: Career Journey and Early Lessons 04:47 Key HR Strategies and Influences 07:54 Transitioning HR to Business Leadership 10:30 Balancing Employee Satisfaction and Business Outcomes 13:13 Positioning HR as a Business Function 15:06 Coaching HR Teams for Business Alignment 16:57 Final Advice and Closing Remarks