The Human Roll

John Bernatovicz and Tammy Gillenwater are here talking about their book Payroll Like a Boss! We dive into the perception of payroll, how to make it a strategic business function and the future of AI in the industry.

We're back with Bob Pulver, Founder & Podcast Host of Elevate your AIQ! We dive into AI and how it can be a plus to humans, not replacing humans along with what the next few years might look like.

Implementations, First Payrolls and W-2 Anxiety! This episode dives into all things that occur in January from go-lives to processing payroll to reviewing and shipping out W2's. Listen in to get some in-depth insight on hard earned lessons and the emotional toll of it all.

I am excited to be at episode 50!!! This year has been nothing but amazing and I express that here where the discussion is around gratitude and having the right people in your corner that are trustworthy. I also reflect on some past episodes to show my appreciation for a few of my amazing guest.

Our host, Tiana Neal, teams up with hosts of the HR & Payroll 2.0, Pete Tiliakos and Julie Fernandez to dive into the everchanging world of HR! We talk about embracing AI, how life comes back full circle, and discuss what our take is on some recent news articles.

We are back again with HR Talent leader and Transition coach Debbie Morris! This episode we talk about how to overcome a layoff and how simple walks or allowing yourself to rest and grieve this change is so important.

HR Talent leader and Transition coach Debbie Morris joins us to talk about how she defines, Wellbeing at Work. We dive into the importance of belonging, impactful initiatives and C-Suite buy-in.

HR Executive Sue Dunlap from HitchHR provides us with her expertise on how to win the retention game by designing the right packages, non-traditional benefits that goes along way and how to stabilize a workforce during uncertain times.

Operations, Supply Chain and poste-Merger & Acquisition integration expert, Ryan Beverly, joins this episode giving us insider details on the behind the scenes of M&A. We dive into how putting leadership and culture first is most critical when an M&A is in play.

Jocelyn King, CEO of VirgilHR, joins us to talk about her software and how important compliance is in HR. We dive into real world consequences when compliance is not followed, how we as leaders can embed compliance in our processes and Jocelyn gives some personal advice for anyone looking to step into the tech space.

Honigman Attorney James Reid joins us this episode to take a deep dive into not only the history of MESTA but also the newest upcoming October 1st, 2025 deadline for small businesses. He also gives us much needed insight on AI, Non-Compete and Record Retention policies.

David Noe from Payroll Partners and host of the podcast SpeakEasy HR joins us this episode to give him insight on the importance of the employee experience, common mistakes that employers make and how career mobility can play a positive role with employees.

Marc Fowler, QKS and AIF, from Human Interest joins us on this episode to share is insight on the importance of a 401K. He dives into the stick and carrot approach and how technology breeds efficiency and efficiency breeds affordability. Listen into his spectacular and much needed insight!

Featuring John Ferguson – SHRM Foundation Board Member & People Leader! We dive into what it really means to hire the right candidate, how HR leaders can foster strong trust and culture, lowering the waterline and hiring the attitude but training the skill.

Special Edition take with Craig Belanger, Technology & Operations Leader at Crum & Forster! We dive into Crisis Management, Intent Based Leadership and the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle. Listen into this very important discussion on how important the authenticity of leadership in the workplace is.

This episode we welcome the payroll experts and hosts of It's About Payroll, Brian Escobar and Walt Duncan III! We dive into the myths of payroll being just a click of a button, why it's important to trust but verify and ensure that you data hygiene is top tier!

Chris Maurio, VP at Argano, joins us to talk about AI automation and how we can best utilize it as we begin our careers.

Special Guests Holly Larson, HCM Tech Consultant with USI, joins us to discuss benefit strategies and how companies can plan for rising premiums due to inflation.

This episode we have special guest Jay Arnold who helps us breakdown the most and least common types of work visas, myths and misconceptions and how HR teams can avoid mistakes.

Mariah Hantis is back again with a special edition! We take a deep dive into whether or not one system is enough and if a global consolidation is realistic.

This episode features Mariah Hantis, a Global People and AI expert! We dive into how AI can work as a partner, not a replacement for HR and Payroll teams and how organizations can successfully implement this across the business.

Libby DeLucien, Founder & CEO of WootRecruit and author of 1Layer Deep, joins us to talk about her five-step process on micro-playbooks and the problems her solution provides.

Season 3 Episode 7 is back with a SPECIAL EDITION! The lovely Kay Sargent, Senior Principal, Director of Thought Leadership, Interiors at HOK, takes time out of her busy schedule to talk about her newest book launch. We get into the origin of the book along with our post new normal reality.

S3 EP6 Features Jenny Araque, Founder of iRise Careers and Career360! We talk a deep dive into professionals and their career growth, AI, Skills-Based hiring and her upcoming launch of the Career360 platform.

Season 3, Episode 5 in The Importance of Payroll Tax diving into the Employee, Employer taxation as well as upcoming trends and technologies!

The Human Roll S2EP1: 2024 Kick-Off

The Human Roll S2 EP2 Global Payroll Discussion with special guest Mariah Hantis, Senior Director, Rewards, Payments, People Ops at Deel!

The Human Roll S2 EP3 Audits, Audits, Audits

The Human Roll S2 EP4 Payroll In Banking with Jesse Stakes from Making Cents of It All

The Human Roll S2 EP5 W2 & Box 12 Review

The Human Roll S2 EP 6 OrgCharts! Listen into this discussion with Tom McCarty, CEO at Orgchart (theorgchart.com)!

The Human Roll S2 EP7 Consulting Services where I formally introduce my new firm, Transcenders Consulting Group, and have on special guest Ben Edwards, VP of Consulting Services at CMAP!

The Human Roll S2 EP8 - This episode focuses on AI and its impact on the HCM and Consulting space featuring expert on this topic, Professor Joe O'Mahoney!

THR S2EP9 on WOTC and how it can help employers with tax breaks by hiring employees who may have a hard time finding employment.

THR S2EP10 on Neuroflexible Workplace featuring Kay Sargent from HOK!

THR S2 EP 11 discusses workplace culture and how important it is for everyone company to establish and live by for their employees.

THR S2 EP12 discussion on DEI&B with special guest Terri Moore! Terri is a DEI&B leader and provides some great insight and knowledge on this important workplace topic.

THR S2 EP13 featuring Nami Baral, Founder of Niural who discusses her experience as a women in technology and how she got to her now third start up.

S2 EP14 is here with prior co-host Chris Wood! We talk about the FTC's ban on non-competes and how that can affect employers and employees.

THR S2 EP15 with Jemila Stewart from Summer! Listen in on how Summer helps employers support their employees student loan debt.

THR S2 EP16: This episode gets into detail on how to get started in the HR & Payroll industry.

THR S2 EP17: Special guest, Leah Joyner from HCM Tech Advisory joins us to give her insight on how companies can successfully implement an HCM system.

THR S2 EP18: Kate Frost from PWC joins to discuss HR transformation from a C-suite viewpoint.

Season 2 Episode 19 on AI 2.0 in the HCM space! This episode features experts on AI & all things HCM Bob Pulver, Larry McAlister and Leah Joyner! We dive into heavy topics on how AI will affect the Talent space along with benefits, payroll and even get into some great case studies. Full link to Leah's webinar is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1YmRuWZmZms

S2 EP 20 talks about hiring with BrightHire's CEO Ben Sesser! Listen into this discussion to get great insight on the change in hiring and how AI is helping along the way.

Season 2 EP 21 with Casey Shipley from BlackPoint HR! We discuss the ins and outs of OE and what employers should look for to ensure they have a successful launch.

Season 2 Episode 22 focuses on the Tax Registration process, how to stay in compliance along with helpful resources to get through the pain points. IRS Website Link: https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/apply-for-an-employer-identification-number-ein-online ADP Tax Resource Link: https://www.adp.com/resources/tools/tax-guides-and-forms.aspx

S2 EP23 is here and we are diving into a deep discussion on HR decision making with special guest Reimund Nienaber from Edligo!

S3 EP4 on Pay Transparency and its importance in the workplace and legal landscape.

Season 3 Episode 2 discusses People Operations with Marnie Robbins Founder of Vibe People Studios! We take a deep dive into the People Ops Strategy, Employee experience and Technology.