Best Randy Abbott Podcasts (2025)

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Transforming Employee Benefits with Overalls CEO & Founder Jon Cooper 46:43

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Episode 34: Rick Black on Mastering Fiberglass Pool Construction 48:19

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Brian Van Bower sits down with Rick Black, GENESIS® Instructor and Director of Product Training at Latham Pools, to explore the evolution, engineering, and growing popularity of fiberglass pools. With over 30 years in the industry, Rick shares key insights on fiberglass pool installation, material advantages, automation trends, and how builders can…

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From Start Up Burnout to Finding Balance: Ben Lee's Journey 56:37

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BEST OF: Will Guidara: The Pursuit of Unreasonable Hospitality 1:01:28

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00:00 Introduction and Evoking Smiles 01:27 Background and Unreasonable Hospitality 12:05 Making it Cool to Care: Passion and Infectious Energy 29:31 The Importance of the Fan Meal: Preparing for Success 30:26 Building Relationships and Creating Community in the Workplace 31:18 Effective Communication and the Value of Daily Huddles 32:08 The Impact…

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Episode 33: Randy Dukes on Pool Surface Problems & Solutions 51:40

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Brian chats with Randy Dukes, Technical Sales Director at CL Industries, about common pool surface issues and how to solve them. From discoloration and delamination to water chemistry and finish application, Randy shares expert insights drawn from decades in the field. Whether you're dealing with salt systems, startup challenges, or cementitious fi…

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Abi Adamson: Breaking Down Barriers in the People Business 53:53

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BEST OF: Kevin Smith: From Clerks to NFTs & The Future of Indie Filmmaking 33:16

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From Intern to President: Randy Shacka's Inspiring Journey at Two Men and a Truck 44:04

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Episode 32: Skip Phillips Reveals Pro Tips on Vanishing Edges, Overflow Pools & Avoiding Costly Mistakes 1:08:04

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Brian chats with Skip Phillips, Master CBP and GENESIS® Ambassador & Co-Founder, about the evolution and best practices of vanishing edge and perimeter overflow pool design. Skip highlights the importance of understanding the purpose behind these features, common design mistakes like undersized catch basins, and best practices for collector tank si…

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Facing the Storm: Record Holding Endurance Rower Angus Collins Mental Health Journey 50:04

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Madeline Laurano: Unlocking Skills-Based Hiring: A New Era in Recruitment: Unleash 2025 13:46

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Summary: In this episode of #thePOZcast, Rhona Pierce interviews Madeline Lourano, founder of Aptitude Research, about the evolving landscape of skills-based hiring. They discuss the challenges companies face in validating candidate skills, the role of AI in improving hiring processes, and the future of recruitment strategies. The conversation high…

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Matt Alder: The Future of Recruiting: AI and Its Implications: LIVE from Unleash 2025 25:02

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Summary In this engaging podcast episode, host Rhona Pierce speaks with Matt Alder, a seasoned expert in recruiting and futurism. They explore the evolving landscape of recruitment, particularly the impact of AI and neurodiversity in the workplace. Matt shares his insights on the future of work, the importance of adapting to change, and the need fo…

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George Rogers: The Power of Purpose in Leadership: LIVE from Unleash 2025 20:32

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Summary In this episode of the POZcast, host Rhona Pierce engages with George Rogers, Chief Strategy Officer at Lighthouse Research, discussing the importance of purpose-driven leadership, employee engagement, and the evolving workplace culture. George shares his journey of discovering his leadership principles rooted in love, grace, and trust, and…

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Blair Bennett: PepsiCo's SVP of TA: Innovations in Talent Acquisition: LIVE from Unleash 2025 20:19

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Summary In this episode of the Pozcast, host Rhona Pierce speaks with Blair Bennett, Senior Vice President of Talent Acquisition at PepsiCo. They discuss the evolving landscape of talent acquisition, the importance of employer branding, and how technology is reshaping recruitment processes. Blair shares insights from her career journey, emphasizing…

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Nick Lavery: Recalibrated Warrior: Life Beyond Borders: A Soldier's Perspective 1:06:26

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Summary In this engaging conversation, Nick Lavery shares his experiences as a military service member, discussing the importance of gratitude, the realities of life outside the U.S., and the human connections formed in combat zones. He emphasizes the significance of trust within teams, the challenges of media representations of military life, and …

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Mervyn Dinnen: Understanding Gen Z: The Future of Work: LIVE from Unleash 2025 25:14

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Summary: In this engaging podcast episode, Rhona Pierce hosts Mervyn Dinnen, an expert in HR and generational dynamics in the workplace. They explore the evolving relationships between different generations, particularly focusing on Gen Z and their integration into the workforce. Mervyn shares insights on the friction that often arises between youn…

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Jackye Clayton: Navigating Trust in HR and Tech: LIVE from Unleash 2025 19:42

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Summary In this episode of the Pozcast, host Rona Pierce engages with Jackye Clayton, a TA leader and founder of People Puzzles, discussing the complexities of trust in HR, the challenges of implementing HR tech, and the evolving role of AI in the industry. They explore the benefits of peer-to-peer mentoring in career transitions and the contradict…

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Episode 31: Going Paperless in Design and Construction 53:34

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Brian chats with Jeff Parker, Master CBP and CEO of OceanScape Design Inc., about how digital tools, AI, and design software are transforming the pool industry. They explore the shift to paperless systems, the power of client presentations tools, and the importance of balancing technology with personal connections. Plus, they dive into GENESIS educ…

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Jason Desentz: Toshiba's CHRO: The State of Human Capital: LIVE from Unleash 2025 19:16

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Summary In this episode of #thePOZcast, host Rhona Pierce engages with Jason Desentz, Chief Human Resources Officer at Toshiba Americas, discussing the evolving role of HR in organizations. They explore the importance of authentic vulnerability in leadership, the shift of HR towards being business advisors, and the critical role of data in influenc…

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Tara Turk-Haynes: Empowering Diversity in Business 46:01

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Summary In this episode of the POZcast, Adam Posner interviews Tara Turk Haynes, a leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Tara shares her journey from a first-generation college graduate to a solopreneur, discussing the lessons learned from her parents about work ethic and money management. The conversation delves into the changing nature of j…

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Simon Taylor: Harnessing High Performance in Leadership: LIVE from UNLEASH 2025 23:04

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Summary In this episode, Simon Taylor, Senior Director of Talent and Organizational Effectiveness at GAP, shares insights on building high-performing teams through the lens of his experiences in competitive rowing. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision, a strong mindset, and the balance between performance and human connection. Simo…

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John Federman: Harnessing Data for HR Success: LIVE from UNLEASH 2025 19:13

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Summary: In this episode, the conversation revolves around the evolving role of HR in mid-sized companies, the importance of data-driven decision-making, and the impact of effective leadership. John Federman, CEO of Higher Road, shares insights on connecting buyers and sellers, the significance of team accountability, and the transformative power o…

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Cynthia Abbott Kerr: The Future of Pay Transparency: LIVE from UNLEASH 2025 21:48

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Summary: In this podcast episode, Rhona Pierce interviews Cynthia Abbot Kerr, founder and CEO of WellPay AI, discussing her journey in the compensation industry, the complexities of pay transparency, and the impact of AI on compensation strategies. Cynthia shares insights on the importance of transparency in pay, the challenges of decision fatigue …

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Victoria Williams: The Rise of Wake and Vape: A Cannabis Success Story 45:11

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Victoria Williams and Her Journey 03:04 The Impact of Family Background on Entrepreneurial Spirit 05:46 Navigating the Cannabis Industry: Education and Advocacy 08:54 Understanding Social Equity in Cannabis Licensing 11:52 The Evolution of Wake and Vape: From Idea to Brand 15:00 Challenges Faced in the Cannabis Busine…

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Building High Performance Teams at LVMH: CHRO Gena Smith LIVE from UNLEASH 2025 18:11

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Summary In this episode, Gina Smith, CHRO of LVMH, discusses the importance of high-performance teams and creative environments. She emphasizes the role of coaching and development initiatives in fostering talent, the significance of creativity in the luxury sector, and the need for effective leadership in a complex business landscape. Additionally…

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Matt Lavery: How UPS Hiring Showcases Internal mobility and AI: LIVE from UNLEASH 2025 24:59

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Summary: In this episode of #thePOZcast, host Rona Pierce speaks with Matt Lavery, Director of Global Sourcing, Recruiting, and Onboarding at UPS. They discuss Matt's journey from a seasonal handler to a leadership role, the impact of AI and automation on hiring processes, and the importance of internal mobility and career progression within UPS. M…

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Ben Eubanks: Artificial Intelligence for HR: LIVE from Unleash 2025 22:55

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Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Unleash 2025 00:58 Exploring the Intersection of People and Technology 03:02 Insights on Frontline Workers 05:52 Building Trust with Frontline Workers 10:01 The Role of AI in Recruitment 14:00 C-Suite Perspectives on AI and Talent 18:05 Rapid Fire Questions and Key Takeaways…

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Steve White: A Journey from Sports Agent to Top Talent Access Leader 54:36

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Talent Acquisition and Steve White's Background 01:46 Transition from Sports Agent to Talent Acquisition 08:40 The Emotional Journey of Leaving Sports Management 16:37 Transferable Skills from Sports to Talent Acquisition 19:50 Transformative Leadership in Talent Acquisition 21:12 Defining and Cultivating Organization…

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Episode 30: Kevin Post on Designing Aquatics for Lifelong Impact 46:12

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Kevin Post, Chairman & CEO of Counsilman-Hunsaker, talks with Brian about the lifelong benefits of aquatics—from health and mobility to career opportunities. They discuss modern splash pads as community hubs, sustainable pool design, energy efficiency in high school pools, and the need for skilled labor in the industry. Together, they highlight how…

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Shawn Nelson: Let Me Save You 25 Years: Mistakes, Miracles, and Lessons from the Lovesac Story 51:14

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Lovesack and Sean Nelson 02:35 The Grit Behind Entrepreneurship 04:49 The Lovesack Journey Begins 08:44 Challenges and Triumphs in Business 13:30 Navigating Bankruptcy and Resilience 17:32 Miracle Moments in Business 20:47 The Importance of Funding and Growth 23:07 Learning Mandarin and Cultural Insights 24:36 Buildin…

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Alexander Varn | German Psychologist and Equine Therapy Expert 1:57:16

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Equine therapy, also known as equine-assisted therapy, utilizes the unique relationship between humans and horses to promote healing and self-discovery. It encompasses various activities with horses, such as grooming, feeding, and riding, all while under the guidance of a mental health or physical therapy professional. The goal is to leverage the h…

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Life, Laughs, and LEGOS: Oliver Posner's Take on Success 16:33

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Chapters 00:00 Building a Lego City Together 03:02 Exploring Interests: Baseball and School 05:58 Favorite Books and Learning 08:59 Friendship and Family Dynamics 11:59 Wishes for the FutureBy Adam Posner

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Darren Marble Resilience and Rejection: Keys to Entrepreneurial Success 48:09

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Darren Marble and Issuance 03:02 Darren's Early Entrepreneurial Journey 05:58 The Importance of Rejection in Sales 08:53 Building Resilience as a Founder 11:47 Lessons from a Cold Rejection 14:57 The Role of the Founder in Capital Raising 18:06 The Glamour vs. Reality of Being a Founder 21:01 Sobriety as a Competitive…

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Episode 29: Steven Swanson on Mastering Leadership, Growth & Client Relationships 41:31

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Steven Swanson, owner of The Pool Company, shares key principles for success—staying true to your values, setting goals, and delivering on promises. He highlights the power of referrals, client relationships, education, and employee motivation, all rooted in integrity and community impact.

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Future-Proofing Talent Acquisition: Elevating the Candidate Experience: LIVE from Transform 34:11

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LIVE from Transform 2025!Video:We are proud to share Adam Posner's panel, Future-Proofing Talent Acquisition: Elevating the Candidate ExperienceFeaturing: Ariana Moon, VP, Talent Planning & Acquisition, Greenhouse SoftwareCori Faro, VP, Talent Acquisition, OktaPanel Description:In today’s competitive talent market, a strong candidate experience is …

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Kyle Forrest: The Future of HR Leadership @ Deloitte: LIVE from Transform 18:28

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LIVE from Transform 2025!Kyle Forrest is the Future of HR Leader at Deloitte Consulting, responsible for identifying emerging trends and developing research-backed insights that shape the evolving HR landscape. He advises organizations on the human-related aspects of major business events, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and business…

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John Baldino: The State of HR & TA Tech: LIVE from Transform 18:44

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LIVE from Transform 2025!John Baldino is the President @ Humareso | Human Resources Strategy, Talent Management, HR Tech and more! He is on a mission is to equip people and empower organizations. We build it all through comprehensive consulting and HR solutions. Our team's dedication to organizational design, talent management, and employee engagem…

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The Future of Work: Insights from Dr. Angela Jackson 42:33

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Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Future of Work 01:26 The Impact of Family Background on Career 03:05 Career Journey and Work-Life Integration 05:48 The Shift in Workplace Culture Post-Pandemic 10:56 The Importance of Intentional Office Presence 14:39 Future of Work Grand Challenge and Reskilling 19:15 AI's Role in the Future of Work 21:26 Empowe…

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Adria Ferrier: Workplace AI for Life's Milestones: LIVE from Transform 16:24

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LIVE from Transform 2025!Adria Ferrier is the founder of Elayne, an AI copilot for financial and estate management. Elayne's mission is to modernize estate planning and affairs settlements, making it more accessible, efficient, and integrated into daily life. She launched Elayne after experiencing firsthand the disjointed, frustrating challenges fa…

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Steve Hunt: The Science of Hiring: LIVE from Transform 20:40

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LIVE from Transform 2025 in Las Vegas!Steve Hunt is focused on helping companies design and deploy technology-enabled processes to improve workforce adaptability, experience, and productivity. I believe that meaningful and fulfilling work is critical to human happiness. Creating high-quality work environments positively influences the lives of empl…

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AJ Thomas: Making Good Trouble: LIVE from Transform! 15:08

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LIVE from Transform 2025!AJ Thomas is Founder and CEO of The Troublemaker Lab, an experience lab for legendary founders and their teams, and Founder and General Partner at Good Trouble Ventures, a VC fund investing in the Future of Entertainment & Creativity and its Digital Transformation. With a non-traditional background spanning startups, ventur…

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E-commerce Insights from Global Branding Expert Bashak Ilhan 39:52

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00:00 Introduction to Branding and Business Development 02:50 The Influence of Family on Entrepreneurial Spirit 06:08 Early Experiences in Business and Marketing 09:02 Understanding E-commerce and Market Trends 12:12 The Essence of Branding and Customer Connection 15:01 Navigating Business Transformation Challenges 18:00 Consulting Dynamics and Cli…

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Cori Faro: Unpacking the Employee Value Proposition: LIVE from Transform! 20:10

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LIVE from Transform 2025 Las Vegas!Cori Faro is the VP of Talent Acquisition at Okta, where she leads a global team with over 17 years of experience in the recruiting industry. Under her leadership, Okta has strengthened its commitment to comprehensive hiring practices and innovative talent strategies. Cori is dedicated to enhancing the candidate e…

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Episode 28: Jeanne Mendelson on the Power of Professional Development 40:21

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Jeanne Mendelson, PHTA Vice President of Education & Events, shares how education and certification are shaping the future of the industry. She discusses the growth of the CPO program, the expansion of GENESIS® courses, and upcoming events like the Day on the Hill, the GENESIS Roadshow, and the Mastermind event in Florida. Jeanne also highlights sc…

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Trailblazing Workplace Expert Laurie Ruettimann: LIVE from Transform! 12:40

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Laurie Ruittimann: The Future of Hiring – Live from Transform 2025Laurie Ruettimann is a former HR leader turned writer, entrepreneur, and speaker. In 2009, CNN recognized her as one of America’s top career advisors and Forbes named her blog as one of the Top 100 blogs for women. Those two events propelled her into the spotlight of fixing the world…

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Mita Mallick: On a Mission to Fix What’s Broken at Work: LIVE from Transform 15:58

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LIVE from Transform 2025 in Las Vegas! Mita Mallick is a change maker with a track record of transforming culture and business. She gives innovative, culturally resonant ideas a voice and serves customers and communities with purpose. She’s had an extensive career as a multicultural marketer in the beauty and consumer goods space, being a fierce ad…

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Hugo Malan: Future Proofing Workforce Solutions 47:38

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00:00 Introduction to Yugo Milan and His Background 03:06 The Intersection of Technology and Talent Strategy 06:00 Government Efficiency and Workforce Management 08:55 Navigating Layoffs and Performance Management 12:00 Job Market Strategies for the Unemployed 15:05 Understanding Workforce Solutions 18:08 The Need for Better People Management 21:04…

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CHRO Angela Cheng-Cimini: LIVE from Transform 2025 13:35

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LIVE from Transform 2025!Angela most recently served as the Senior Vice President, Talent &; Chief Human Resources Officer for Harvard Business Publishing. In this role, Cheng-Cimini led the Human Resources and Facilities & Administration units, spearheaded efforts to develop a talent roadmap that supports the business strategy and created a deeply…

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HiBob CMO Sarah Reynolds: Live from Transform 2025 20:43

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Live from Transform 2025!Sarah Reynolds (they/them) is a creative, award-winning marketing executive and advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). A veteran of the HR software market, Sarah is currently Chief Marketing Officer at Hibob, where they bring their deep industry knowledge, passion for storytelling, and keen eye for…

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Tubi's People Leaders: Natasha Valani & Cristina Navarro: LIVE from Transform 2025 21:24

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Live from Transform 2025 in Las Vegas!I am excited to welcome Tubi's people leaders, Natasha Valani & Cristina Navarro.Natasha Valani serves as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources for Tubi Media Group at Fox Corporation. In her role, she oversees talent management, performance, recruitment, culture & belonging, as well as the overall emplo…