Meredith Gatzke, VP Chief Human Resources Officer at Montclair State University

Navigating HR Challenges and Union Relations with Meredith GatzkeIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, we welcome Meredith, Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Montclair State University, as she discusses her career journey from teaching to HR leadership. Meredith shares her experiences working in heavily unionized environments, emphasizing the importance of communication and collaboration. She offers insights on effective strategies for implementing change, managing labor dynamics, and balancing the needs of employees, leadership, and unions. The conversation also touches on the future of labor relations, the role of technology, and the importance of adaptability and mental health in HR practices. The episode is sponsored by Previ, an employer network providing private pricing for employees to save on essential services.00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast00:14 Sponsor Message: Previ Employer Network00:39 Guest Introduction: Meredith's Career Journey01:57 Navigating Unionized Environments04:00 Effective Strategies for Union Relationships08:33 Balancing Needs During Organizational Change11:10 Future of Labor Relations and HR's Role13:21 Parting Advice and ConclusionPrevi is a private pricing network that is free for companies to launch and maintain. It saves employees $2,200/year on essential services like their cell phone and auto insurance bill. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit here to learn more⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.