Karishma Patel Buford, Chief People Officer at Spring Health

In this episode of the Built by People podcast, sponsored by Previ, host Dave converses with Karishma Patel Buford about her diverse career journey from a clinical psychologist to a chief people officer. Karishma shares her experiences across various industries, including her roles at Groupon and Spring Health. The discussion delves into the evolving role of mental health in the workplace, the impact of empathy in leadership, and the integration of AI in therapy. Topics also include tailoring mental health benefits to diverse employee needs and supporting the sandwich generation balancing multiple responsibilities. 00:44 Meet Karishma: A Journey from Clinical Psychology to HR Leadership 03:10 The Role of Mental Health in the Workplace 04:38 Leading with Empathy: Impact on Company Culture 06:20 The Future of AI in Therapy 07:28 Tailoring Mental Health Benefits for Diverse Needs 08:40 Supporting the Sandwich Generation 10:24 Parting Advice and Closing Remarks