People Strategy Leaders Podcast

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with Matt Poepsel. Matt was a struggling manager turned capable leader and talent optimization expert. Matt studied the psychology of leadership and performance while earning his PhD in the process. He continued to rise through the corporate ranks and steadily expanded his influence as a leader. Leadership is a capability that can be studied, applied, and cultivated. As leaders, we each progress through the stages at our own pace based on our intention, practice, and experience.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with Ronan Finnegan, Co-Founder of SpaceBands. SpaceBands is a wearable technology that keeps your staff safe at work. SpaceBands detect multiple hazards effortlessly and collate data so that you can make informed decisions about your workplace safety whilst prompting staff to action wellness at work.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with the Founder of Ascent Management Consulting, Kevin Herring. Ascent Management Consulting believes that engagement is the single biggest reason behind stellar team performance. This is why they host a 90-Day Turnaround Workgroup to boost teamwork and performance from employees and see dramatic performance breakthroughs as a result. That's not all: they also offer courses in Turnaround HR Skills and a Workshop to turn excellent HR into a high-impact business solution.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa talks with Tony Scida, who discusses the evolution of HR leadership, and the impact of AI on job displacement. He believes that HR is now in the 4.0 era, where HR leaders can collaborate with executives to create a new organizational architecture utilizing machine learning and AI. However, HR leaders must also prioritize improving culture, and employee experience while mitigating the risk of job loss. Scida emphasizes the importance of reskilling and upskilling workers to adapt to automation and suggests incorporating just-in-time tutorials. He also discusses change management and the need for a human-centered approach, making unpopular decisions with care and consideration, and treating people with dignity and respect during restructuring.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa talks with Amy Madden, the Senior Vice President at Roshal Imaging. Roshal Imaging brings you the staffing and operational support you need to deliver outstanding person-centered care while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Their shared services model offers a hybrid of scheduled and on-demand services that can be custom-tailored to meet your specific needs.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with the Founder of Blue Swift Consulting, Alyssa Cox. Alyssa specializes in organizational effectiveness and works with organizations and individuals to successfully execute change and thrive in moments of transition. Alyssa has over 14 years of consulting and coaching experience with Fortune 100 companies across a wide range of industries, including automotive, pharmaceuticals, software, and consumer products. She is passionate about helping people rethink the way they tap into the power of change to achieve their goals and strengthen their communities.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with the Chief Learning Officer at Qlik, Kevin Hanegan. Kevin’s passion is the intersection of business, technology, learning, and psychology. He is a frequent speaker and lecturer on topics including data literacy, data-informed decision-making, decision intelligence, and essential skills for today's workforce. Qlik is a data and analytics company that enables you to create interactive reports and dashboards with stunning charts and graphs. The visualization software simplifies data analysis and helps you make informed business decisions faster than ever before.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with Kalpashree Gupta, the CEO of Knekxt Group. Knekxt Group is a consulting company that helps clients build trust, mitigate risk, and grow in profitability and equitability, while also creating internal awareness to help heal childhood or prior workplace trauma. Knekxt helps free your inner child by breaking out of a box that's meant to shrink you. They help you create boundaries, show up more authentically, and have more freedom. They create a clear path to purposefully use your voice so you can build trust, own your story, and show up more boldly.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with Michael Graber, one of the Managing Partners at Epic Pivot. At Epic Pivot you can incubate a business or carve out a path based on your innate proclivities and interests, while surrounded by talented peers who inspire you to do your best. They have been the Mid-South’s premiere Innovation, Insights, and Strategy firm for over 15 years. They have worked with more than 250 clients on transformative, complex projects. They also do a lot of meaningful Customer Experience and Nonprofit specific work. Along the way, they have also helped select companies make a quantum leap by offering a guided Purposeful Transformation framework coupled with intensive, hands-on implementation.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with the Founder of Your Brand Marketing, Ben Baker. Ben's goal is to enable them to be the best they can be, help them find their light, and then enable them to tell their story to the world. Ben is a marketing and branding consultant, focused on internal communication and producing internal podcasts for large to enterprise-level companies.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with author and corporate executive, Victoria Pelletier. Victoria is a prolific speaker and was COO of a multinational corporation by the time she was 24 years old. Now with 20+ years in corporate leadership, Victoria has held senior roles in companies such as Accenture, IBM, and American Express. As a member of the LGBTQ community, Victoria knows about diversity and inclusion, and why one without the other is of little value. Victoria’s messages have stemmed from her struggle, and success, in being accepted as a woman in the male-dominated board room, and as a member of the LGBTQ community.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with Best-Selling Author, Bev Kaye. Dr. Beverly Kaye's name is recognized internationally as a professional dedicated to helping others understand the practical “how-to” principles of employee development, engagement, and retention. Since her entrepreneurial debut as CEO of Career Systems International, Bev has used her incisive and inventive thinking to help organizations reduce talent loss costs and foster support cultures. She has refreshed the thinking and behaviors of countless business leaders – as a guide on the side and sage on the stage.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with the Founder of E. L. Goldberg and Associates, Edie Goldberg. E. L. Goldberg helps design HR systems to improve business results. They have experience across various industries, allowing them to draw upon the most appropriate and innovative solutions to meet your needs. They offer a flexible approach in how they work with clients to best meet their needs; whether that is acting as an advisor to your team or providing complete project management from start to implementation.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with Jen Kirkwood. Jen Kirkwood has over 27 years of reputed project and board-level executive experience in the Human Capital industry and data strategy. She has been named consistently amongst the top thought leaders in Data and HR Technologies globally including one of the “Top 65 Global Thought Leaders* and “Top Women in Data Analytics To Watch”. Her expertise has afforded her knowledge in HR, ethical AI & data, security, & privacy strategies spanning the globe as she connects HR and operations for people insights. She leads global complex projects including IBM Data Governance & AI, ethical AI, Talent, and Skills as the market faces trends in job shortages and optimizing skills, re/upskilling considerations, and leader development.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with globally recognized DEI thought leader, award-winning entrepreneur, and best-selling author, Jennifer Brown. Jennifer is trying to create inclusive organizations where everyone can thrive. She has experienced both the advantages of privilege and the sting of stigma and is aiming to redefine what it means to truly belong. Jennifer currently sits on the Influencer Advisory Board for cultural intelligence consultancy Sparks & Honey and L’Oreal’s Global Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Board.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with Rod McDermott, the CEO and Co-Founder of McDermott and Bull. With experienced principals in the United States, Canada, and Europe, McDermott + Bull has become the trusted retained search advisor for empowering change on behalf of private and public companies, private equity firms, and their operating companies.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with Executive Coach and Change Consultant, Sara Sheehan. Sara works with people in corporate leadership roles who have been impacted by the Great Resignation to improve their performance and succeed in a new role. They will help set goals, improve performance, resolve conflict, and establish an advisory team, to create a tangible action plan customized to you!

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with the CEO of Aspect43, Sarah White. Aspect43 is a boutique research and advisory firm working to change the future of work through market education and supporting solution providers. Their research and strategic service teams support companies from pre-launch start-ups to global enterprises looking to learn & grow in the market.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with the Founder and CEO of The People Person, Lori-Ann Duguay. The People Person: HR Growth Solutions helps organizations with a growth mindset ignite organizational transformation by helping them assess and optimize their end-to-end employee journey and talent management strategy. The People Person assures they are offering the culture and experience to attract and retain the talent that they need to thrive in the new world of work.

In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with CEO and Founder of Lever Talent, Drew Fortin. Drew is a people-first, values-driven leader with nearly 20 years of growth strategy and team-building experience across retail, marketing technology, local media, and HR tech. He spent 7 years at The Predictive Index, where he was Chief Growth Officer responsible for the company's strategy to build the world's first talent optimization platform.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast we talk to people leaders, business strategists and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode where Sri Chellappa, talks with Chief of HR at Appzone, Omonuwa Olulano. Appzone launched Zone as Africa’s first decentralized payment network. Zone allows participating institutions to connect directly with each other and perform payment transactions without an intermediary while completely automating settlement, reconciliation and dispute management.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast, we talk to people leaders, business strategists, and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode as your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with Steve Goldberg. Steve Goldberg's 30+ year career on all sides of HR process & technology, includes HR exec roles on 3 continents, serving as HCM product strategy leader and spokesperson at PeopleSoft, and co-founding boutique Recruiting Tech and Change Management firms. Steve’s uniquely diverse perspectives have been leveraged by both solution vendors and corporate HR teams, and in practice leader roles at Bersin and Ventana Research. He holds an MBA in HR, is widely published and is a feature speaker around the globe.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast, we talk to people leaders, business strategists, and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode as your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with the founder of Dolce VITA Leadership and Lifestyle Consulting, Angela Santi. Italian by birth and cosmopolitan by vocation, Angela is one-of-a-kind and fiercely protective of her craft – the art that is the science behind the good life. As such, she has pioneered the Four Pillars of la Dolce Vita life mastery model. Working privately with a select group of ultra-high performers and global leaders, her Mediterranean-infused methodology ascends today’s high flyers to unprecedented levels of success while living La Dolce Vita.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast, we talk to people leaders, business strategists, and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode as your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with Bryan Gillette, the Principal Consultant and Founder of Summiting Group. Bryan Gillette is a professional athlete looking to give you time to prepare and compete with great information.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast, we talk to people leaders, business strategists, and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode as your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with Karthik Ganesh, CEO of EmpiRx Health. EmpiRx Health is a Pharmacy Benefit Management company that takes a patient-centered approach to healthcare.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast we talk to people leaders, business strategists, and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode where we talk to Ms. Amy Waninger, the Founder & CEO of Lead at Any Level as she shares her journey and experiences.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast we talk to people leaders, business strategists, and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode where we talk to Ms. Karen Ferris, the Director of karenferris.com as she shares her journey and experiences.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast we talk to people leaders, business strategists, and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode where we talk to Mr. Prithwi Dasgupta, the CEO and Co-founder of SmartKarrot Inc. as he shares his journey and experiences.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast we talk to people leaders, business strategists and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode where we talk to Mr. Greg Ballard, the CEO of Five C Consulting as he shares his journey and experiences.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast, we talk to people leaders, business strategists, and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode where we talk to Mr. Tyler Robertson, the Chief Executive Officer of Diesel Laptops as he shares his journey and experiences. In this episode, Tyler Robertson says, 'I think getting people to understand why we do things goes a long way to getting them to follow you and believe in you.' Don’t miss the episode and stay tuned for more.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast, we talk to people leaders, business strategists, and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode where we talk to Ms. Emmy Thomas, VP of Brand and Marketing of Logical Position as she shares her journey and experiences.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast, we talk to people leaders, business strategists, and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode where we talk to Mr. Ian Ziskin, the President of EXec EXcel Group LLC as he shares his journey and experiences. In this episode, Mr. Ian Ziskin says, 'The single most important question related to transformational change in your life or in your organization is answering the question from what to what.' Don’t miss the episode and stay tuned for more.

On the People Strategy Leaders Podcast we talk to people leaders, business strategists and organizational savants about the state of people strategy. Join us for this episode where we talk to Mr. Partha Neog, the CEO and Co-founder of Vantage Circle as he shares his journey and experiences.

In this episode, host Sri Chellappa sits down with Mercy Karuga, People Operations & Talent Management Lead at Pula. Mercy shares her insights on building people-centric cultures in startups, focusing on creating systems that align vision, performance, and accountability. She discusses the importance of finding the right fit for roles, fostering ongoing communication, and managing teams across hybrid work environments with global teams. Mercy's passion for empowering individuals to reach their full potential shines through as she helps people excel and enjoy their work.

In this episode of the People Strategy Leaders Podcast, host Sri Chellappa sits down with Mr. Lou Adler, CEO and Co-founder of The Adler Group. Lou shares his journey and valuable insights on people strategy, leadership, and the evolving role of talent in business success. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with one of the leading voices in the world of talent management and organizational development.

In this episode, host Sri Chellappa chats with Rich Horwath, Founder and CEO of the Strategic Thinking Institute. Rich emphasizes the importance of focusing on expertise rather than just experience in succession planning. As a strategic facilitator and bestselling author, he shares insights on identifying key skills that drive expertise in roles, ensuring effective leadership development. Rich also discusses the use of talent scorecards for evaluating technical capabilities and leadership skills, providing real-time feedback to guide informed decisions about future leaders. Tune in for valuable strategies on succession planning!

In this episode, host Sri Chellappa sits down with renowned jazz pianist and singer Rick DellaRatta. Known for his extraordinary talent, Rick discusses his career, including his groundbreaking "Jazz for Peace World Tour" and the historic 2002 Jazz for Peace concert at the United Nations, where Israeli, Palestinian, and American musicians came together for a powerful musical collaboration. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with one of jazz's most influential artists.

In this episode, host Sri Chellappa speaks with Kelley Steven-Waiss, Head of Workforce Innovation at ServiceNow. They discuss how ServiceNow is transforming the workplace by digitizing and automating siloed processes, creating a more equitable and efficient work environment. Kelley shares insights on how ServiceNow is championing a net-zero carbon future and driving integrity in the workplace. Tune in for valuable lessons on innovation and workplace transformation.

In this episode, host Sri Chellappa speaks with Coach Ram, an executive in learning and organizational development, and LinkedIn Top Voice 2023. Coach Ram shares insights on building a learning organization that embraces change, innovation, and risk-taking. He highlights the importance of a shared vision, emotional employee engagement, and bottom-up communication. Tune in to learn how fostering a culture of experimentation and leveraging AI can help organizations thrive in fast-changing times.

Join host Sri Chellappa as he speaks with James Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Happy Companies. With over 25 years of leadership experience, James discusses his AI-powered coaching platform designed to enhance manager effectiveness and workplace culture in hybrid and remote settings. He emphasizes prioritizing people over short-term gains, tackles remote leadership challenges, and explores how data can drive positive organizational change. Tune in for valuable insights!

In this episode, host Sri Chellappa speaks with Remote and Hybrid Work Consultant, Chris Dyer, about his journey through the 2008-2009 economic downturn and the seven key pillars for building a thriving company culture. Chris highlights the importance of transparency and positivity, especially during tough times, and how positive leadership can drive innovation and growth. Tune in for valuable insights on leadership, culture, and how to create an environment where employees thrive.

In this episode of the People Strategy Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Ms. Amaris McComas, Chief People Officer of CPSI, to discuss her journey and insights on effective leadership. Amaris shares her thoughts on what makes a great leader, highlighting the importance of genuineness, trust, and a balance of confidence and humility. Tune in for valuable lessons on people strategy and leadership!

The concept of growth through servant leadership, perhaps within the context of a company or initiative like Ethereal Innovations. This could refer to a leadership approach focused on serving others, promoting organizational growth by prioritizing the needs and development of employees, customers, and community members. In this episode, your host, Sri Chellappa, talks with the Managing Partner and Fractional CMO of Ethereal Innovations, Kurt Uhlir. As a dynamic and charismatic speaker on marketing and innovation, Kurt’s speaking experience includes speeches across the United States and Europe in addition to presenting at prominent industry events such as PPAI, GDC, the White House, and private company/team workshops. He advises leaders, from startup founders to private-equity-backed CEOs to the President of the United States. Kurt is a leading expert in disruptive technology and deliberate innovation. He is a hardworking and high-energy individual fueled by his passion for helping people accelerate their growth. Kurt’s recognized track record as a successful serial (and parallel) entrepreneur, angel investor, and strategic advisor allows him to help spectacular companies reach their next stage of growth.