Episodes

Video: https://youtu.be/5VPwqCiLHc8 Recorded LIVE @ SHRM National at the Fountain booth: June 2024 With nearly 20 years of experience, Rachel Druckenmiller is a keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, singer-songwriter, and leadership trainer on a mission to unleash purpose, passion, and potential in people and organizations. By leveraging the power of curiosity, Rachel helps people elevate their clarity, confidence, and courage, so they live and lead with greater influence and impact at work and in the world. Recognized by Smart Meetings as a 2023 Best of the Stage Speaker, Forbes as a Next1000 Honoree, Workforce Magazine as a 40 Under 40 Game Changer, and WELCOA as the Top Health Promotion Professional in the U.S. Rachel is a trailblazer and thought leader in the HR field. Rachel has served clients globally, including organizations like the Citizens Bank, Sherwin-Williams, UnitedHealthcare, SHRM, the American Heart Association and the Federal Aviation Administration. Rachel is a course i…

Chris Hunter: An Entrepreneurial Journey From Founding Four Loko to healthy Koia My guest on E348 of #thePOZCAST is Chris Hunter, a leader in the beverage industry. You have probably heard of the iconic Four Loko beverage he co-founded with his college buddies. He most recently co-founded the health-focused Koia and the unique Not Your Father's Root Beer. Chris has cemented his status as a visionary in the field. At Koia, Chris has led the company to an astounding $100M in sales yearly, with their plant-based protein shakes appearing in Whole Foods, Sprouts, 7-Eleven, and most recently, Starbucks. They are delicious! We dug into that story and a ton more. Chris Hunter, the founder of Four Loko, shares his entrepreneurial journey from childhood to building a successful beverage company. The conversation covers themes of entrepreneurship, business challenges, leadership, and personal growth. It delves into the creation of Four Loko, the cultural impact, and the lessons learned from t…

Tom Schaeppi is a vet of the Marketing & advertising industry and is a consultant with an emphasis in sustainability and outdoor companies with 25 years of overall experience in both traditional and digital communication platforms. He is now on a new mission with Lost Woods Whiskey Co., a premium American Single Malt Whiskey that has secured a prominent place in the world of spirits and emerged as a champion for the outdoors and an advocate for climate change solutions. Founded nearly six years ago by outdoor enthusiasts and environmentalists, the brand has seamlessly blended his love for nature with his passion for crafting exceptional whiskey. Over a glass of his incredible spirit, Tom discusses his background, his father's influence, and the importance of trust in building a successful team. Tom also talks about his passion for sustainability and the environment, which led him to create a cause-based whiskey company. He explains the process of accelerated aging in whiskey produ…

Video: https://youtu.be/FeGYBFx1QQQ Recorded LIVE @ SHRM National Chicago, June 2024 at the Fountain Booth: Steve Browne, SHRM-SCP, is chief people officer for LaRosa's Inc., a restaurant chain in Ohio and Indiana with 11 locations. The author of HR Unleashed!! (SHRM, 2023), HR Rising!! (SHRM, 2020) and HR on Purpose!! (SHRM, 2017), he has been an HR professional for more than 30 years. Steve Brown, the keynote speaker, shares his insights on public speaking, his origin story in the HR field, and the importance of understanding the business as an HR professional. He emphasizes the need for HR professionals to be champions for both candidates and hiring managers and to focus on adding value to the company. Brown also discusses the importance of culture and trust in the workplace, as well as the challenges of managing a mix of frontline workers and corporate employees. He shares his experiences during the pandemic and the need for organizations to be nimble and open-minded. Brown's m…

What happens when a tech developer gets fed up with his health struggles and uses his skills to create a revolutionary wellness platform? That's precisely what Troy did, and in this episode, he shares his incredible journey from battling weight issues to launching an AI-driven health benefits system that genuinely prioritizes user feedback and continuous product iteration. Troy's personal story will resonate with anyone who's ever faced a similar struggle, and his insights provide a blueprint for aspiring entrepreneurs on the importance of meticulous planning and authentic application of technology. But Troy didn't stop there. We also explore his latest venture—a personalized health platform designed to support couples trying to conceive. From user profiles to tailored resources, Troy explains the complexities behind setting up a system that connects family members and scales from an MVP to a market-ready product. Hear about the initial test group of 900 people, the hurdles they over…

Original Audio from Chris Russel's Real TechMedia Podcast. Recorded LIVE at SHRM National Chicago, June 2024: https://www.rectechmedia.com/blog/2024/7/8/shrm24-adam-posner-talks-recruiting-amp-podcasting Adam Posner, the dynamic founder and managing director of NHP Talent Group, takes us on his riveting journey from the high-energy world of marketing and advertising to the nuanced art of recruiting. After an impactful tenure at VaynerMedia under the iconic Gary Vee, Adam faced an unexpected job loss that led him to reevaluate his strengths and ultimately pivot into a successful recruiting career. We dive deep into how mentorship shaped his new path and the obstacles he overcame, and we even hear the intriguing story of his first hire who encountered unusual circumstances. Adam's narrative is not just about career change but also about the power of resilience and reflection. Curious minds will also appreciate our exploration of Adam's five-and-a-half-year podcasting journey, with new…

Diane Prince started her first niche staffing agency in her house, grew it to multiple 8-figures, and sold it to a public company for $28 Million. Since then, she has co-founded, built, and exited several staffing and recruiting companies and helped multiple entrepreneurs build their agencies. After raising her three daughters on the beach in Malibu, California, Diane moved to Phoenix, Arizona, to enjoy urban life near family and friends. Diane's an avid hiker and reader. She recently completed the Tour du Mont Blanc trail, 110 miles across France, Italy, and Switzerland. Diane Prince shares her journey of building and selling multiple staffing and recruiting companies, offering insights into the world of recruiting, business ownership, and leadership. She emphasizes the importance of vision, business model, team, execution, and clarity in building a successful agency. Diane also discusses the art and science of recruiting, the motivation of candidates, and the challenges and rewards…

Jocelyn King is the CEO and Founder of VirgilHR, a SaaS solution that empowers HR professionals to make smart, compliant employment decisions in real-time. HR has been the focus of Jocelyn’s career, supporting high-growth technology start-ups and public companies throughout her tenure. She defines herself as a true HR generalist and has touched on all aspects of HR in her more senior roles. Jocelyn King discusses her journey in the HR industry and the development of her employment and labor law platform. She shares insights on the challenges of compliance and the need for a better solution. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in HR and the importance of maintaining a human touch in the recruitment process. Jocelyn highlights the positive changes happening in the industry, such as advancements in performance management, employee engagement, and pay equity. She also discusses the struggles of fundraising as a female founder and the importance of building relationships with …

Video: https://youtu.be/cH2xjYA49MI I am thrilled to share this conversation with industry legend Tim Sackett, recorded LIVE from SHRM National in Chicago in June. Brought to you by our friends at Fountain! Josh Rock is the Talent Acquisition Manager with Nuss Truck & Equipment in Minnesota. He is also the lead moderator of JobHuntChat, the longest weekly job advice chat on Twitter for the past 11 years. Josh’s infectious energy and enthusiasm for career advancement and discovery have led him to speak to scores of colleges and job-seeking groups across the US. This conversation discusses various talent acquisition and job search topics and tactics. As Josh is a massive hockey fan, we chat about the Stanley Cup Finals Game 7, make predictions, and then discuss the importance of managing timelines and processes in recruiting. They also talk about the job hunt chat, the evolution of candidate feedback, and the importance of building a strong network. They touch on the use of AI in rec…

I am thrilled to share this conversation with industry legend Tim Sackett, recorded LIVE from SHRM National in Chicago in June. Brought to you by our friends at Fountain! Tim Sackett, SCP, is the CEO of HRUTech.com, a leading technical recruiting firm. Tim has over 20 years of combined executive HR and talent acquisition experience working for Fortune 500 companies. Tim is a highly sought-after international speaker on leadership, HR & TA Tech, talent acquisition, and HR execution. Tim is currently a Senior Faculty member with the Josh Bersin Academy. He is also an Angel investor and advisor and sits on multiple HR Technology corporate boards. He is the author of the newly released book The Talent Fix, Vol. 2. He also writes daily on his blog, the Tim Sackett Project. In 2023, he was named a Top Global HR & Recruitment Influencer by HR Executive. He has more Twitter (X) followers than his 3 Gen Z sons! In this conversation, Adam Posner and Tim Sackett discuss their experiences at …

Entrepreneurship is in Lauren Perkins' DNA. An expert at scale, she started and helmed multiple companies before pivoting to corporate innovation and venture building, helping thousands of startups and corporate innovations succeed. She’s best known as a General Assembly founding instructor, Columbia University entrepreneur in residence, the Managing Director at Microsoft for Startups and the author of The Community Manager's Playbook. The conversation explores the importance of leading with heart while still being mindful, the qualities of successful founders, and the balance between stability and agility in organizations. Lauren Perkins emphasizes the need for leaders to be authentic to themselves, rather than trying to emulate someone else's leadership style. She also discusses the importance of building cultures that support the health and well-being of employees and improving the failure rates in startups. Lauren's new book, 'Think Like a Brand, Act Like a Startup,' is recommend…

#thePOZcast LIVE: People Leader's Round Table: The Ladies Leading the Way Recorded 5/21/24 VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/live/ljb7MhW0dug?si=OH0Z6m7hFnBJ6XAj I am excited to welcome these three incredible experts to the show, where we will explore the latest trends and topics in Talent Access, Hiring, HR, and more! Anna Morgan: @ Careerbff & Host @ "Ask a Recruiter" https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamorgan-recruiter-careerbff/ Elena Stefanopol: Senior Director of Talent @ Labelbox https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenastefanopol/ Katie Evans Reber: Chief People Officer @ Gladly https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevansreber/ #thePOZcast is brought to you by our friends at Interseller, the prospecting and outreach platform for recruiters and sellers. Check out a free demo today! https://bit.ly/2Fbm/BZ Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner.

E342: Remote Work Innovation Through AI Productivity with Brett Martin Brett Martin is the Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Charge Ventures, a NY-based venture fund (70+ portfolio companies), as well as the President & Co-Founder of Kumospace (24M+ from Lightspeed), the leading business communication tool for remote teams. He’s also an Adjunct Professor at Columbia Business School, where he teaches data analytics and technology strategy. A serial entrepreneur, Brett has spent his career building and investing in technology startups, including stints as an EIR PrimaryVC (seed stage fund with >$100MM AUM), Co-Founder of Switchapp (mobile recruiting), Co-Founder of Sonar (pioneering location-based social network), and Director of Investments at Appfund (NYC-based incubator and seed stage fund). Brett and his companies have received awards such as Ad: Tech Best Mobile Startup and TechCrunch Disrupt Runner Up and have been featured in the New York Times, CNN, Huffington Post, Fast Compan…

In this conversation, Torin Ellis, a human capital strategist focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), shares his personal journey and insights. He discusses his upbringing, experiences with racism, and the importance of creating a workplace culture that is promising and not punitive.  Torin defines DEIB as follows: diversity is all that a person is and is not, inclusion is being in the same space and providing necessary resources, equity is providing accommodations for individuals to excel, and belonging is making individuals feel welcomed and wanted. He emphasizes the need for DEIB to be integrated into all aspects of an organization, not just recruitment.  Torin Ellis discusses the importance of diversity and inclusion in organizations. He emphasizes the need for intentionality in the hiring process and the importance of building new relationships and sourcing efforts to ensure representation. Torin also shares his personal experiences of facing bankruptcy a…

Tom Conrad’s childhood heroes didn’t wear capes — they signed their names inside the first Macintosh. Inspired by those pioneering the future of tech, teenage Tom set his eyes on a career at Apple — and not only did he achieve that dream, but he also helped build key features that remain in iOS today. He went on to play a pivotal role in taking Pandora public, excelled as the VP of Product at Snapchat, and continues to serve on the board of Sonos. Not one to shy away from challenges, he navigated notorious flops, including Pets.com and Quibi. Now, as CEO of Zero — a digital intermittent fasting coach that improves metabolic health — he’s applying his 30+ years of leadership and product experience to drive innovation and user engagement. With 13.9M users and $12.5M raised, Zero is just scratching the surface of the wellness revolution to come. He discusses his time at Pandora and the importance of working with people you respect and admire. Conrad emphasizes the value of creating thi…

Video: https://youtu.be/M4LYv1MH5EU Will Guidara is the founder of Thank You, a hospitality company that develops world-class destinations and helps leaders across industries transform their approach to customer service. He is also the former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park. Under his leadership, the restaurant received numerous accolades, including four stars from the New York Times and three Michelin stars. In 2017, it was named number one on the list of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. In this conversation, Adam and Will discuss the concept of unreasonable hospitality and the importance of managing expectations. They also discuss Will's background in the hospitality industry, his experience working with renowned chef Daniel Boulud, and his time at Eleven Madison Park.  Will shares insights on hiring the right people, creating a culture of caring, and making it cool to care. They also touch on the significance of team building and the fan meal as a pregame ritual for the staff. I…

My guest on E337 of #thePOZcast is Kirsta Tan. Krista has 15+ years of experience in people operations, talent acquisition, and business strategy. She served as President of Premier Talent Partners, leading a top talent team of 65, which was honored as a "Best Place to Work" by INC and SF Business Times. As she transitioned out of the agency, she became Head of People at Fieldguide, a Series A startup, where she led recruiting and people strategy. Krista is currently Co-Founder of Talent Collective and COO of Talent Refinery. This is a fantastic convo on her career journey and the ins and outs of recruitment and team building. For more information on Krista: Follow their LI page to get notified when event pages go upTopics include - Total Compensation, The VC Talent Partner Role, Recruiting Assessments that predict Job Performance, Women’s Pay Equity, AI and more! https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentcollectiveco/ https://www.talentcollectiveco.com/ Connect with her on LinkedI…

Edmond Huot is the Chief Creative Officer of Forward Studio, based in New York City. He is responsible for leading a range of global branding clients, primarily in the airline and transportation sectors. He oversees the creative direction and design of multi-dimensional brand experiences. From digital advertising and consultative planning to aircraft livery and experience design, Edmond works closely with the firm's clients to ensure seamless performance, profile, and prestige. All creative and design assignments under his stewardship are managed through Forward Studio, a division of Forward Media. Takeaways: - Passion and job alignment: Combining your passion with your job can be incredibly fulfilling. - Airport design: Airports are microcosms that need to function in various ways, and their design plays a crucial role in creating a positive travel experience. - Favorite airports: Dulles and TWA Terminal @ JFK are mentioned as favorite airports due to their architectural beauty…

FIRST AIRED: 4/4/23 Chris Pronger is a former NHL Hall of Fame defenseman. Chris was drafted second overall by the Hartford Whalers in 1993 and has also played for the St. Louis Blues, Edmonton Oilers, Anaheim Ducks, and Philadelphia Flyers. He’s appeared in the Stanley Cup finals with three different teams and won the Cup with the Ducks in 2007. He also won the Hart Memorial Trophy as the NHL's most valuable player for the 1999–2000 season. A mainstay on Team Canada, Chris won Olympic gold medals at the 2002 and 2010 Winter Olympics and is a member of the Triple Gold Club. Today, Chris runs Well Inspired Travels alongside his wife. This Episode’s Heavy-hitter’s: Chris actually didn’t grow up watching hockey other than on Saturday nights, which was the one night a week it came on TV in his area. But he definitely played every day with his older brothers and friends! Chris says he had one of the top 5 Stanley Cup parties of all time, where he invited the Sugar Ray band to come to …

Marketing Mindshift: Deirdre McGlashan on AI, BrandGuard & Value Exchange Deirdre McGlashan, Chief Marketing Officer at BrandGuard, discusses her background in marketing and the impact of remote work. She shares her experiences with mentors and the importance of fair value exchange in marketing. Deidre also talks about her immigrant background and the challenges she faced in her career. She emphasizes the need for continuous learning and adaptation in the ever-changing marketing landscape. Deirdre discusses the current state of AI and the need to question how AI is being trained and what data is being used. She introduces BrandGuard AI, a brand governance platform that helps brands score and evaluate their assets. Deirdre highlights the importance of brand governance in the age of generative AI and hyper-targeting. She emphasizes the need to stay sharp in the industry by talking to people and engaging in conversations. Deirdre also discusses the concerns and unintended consequences…

First Aired: 4/22/22 Todd Kaplan is the Chief Marketing Officer at Pepsi. In his role, he oversees all brand creative, communications and commercial execution across Pepsi, Diet Pepsi and Pepsi Zero Sugar, while building a long term strategy and new product innovation for the brand overall. He has implemented a unique “culture in, brand out” approach, which has led him to develop big cultural moments, like bringing J. Lo and Shakira to the 2020 Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime show, making history as the first two Latina artists to headline the event. More recently, he put together the 2022 halftime show with landmark Hip Hop and R&B acts like Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Mary J Blige and 50 Cent. This Episode’s Heavy-hitter’s: Todd started the first student-run ad agency in the country after observing how poor marketing and targeting was in on-campus advertising. Todd’s entry point into Pepsico was approaching Indra Nooyi at a speaking event at his Alma Mater, Yale. He …

Anton Nootenboom, also known as the Barefoot Dutchman, shares his journey from the Dutch army to walking barefoot across the United States to raise awareness for mental health. He discusses his military background and 3 tours of Afganistan in the Dutch Army, the challenges of mental health in the military, and the importance of seeking help. Anton also talks about his decision to walk barefoot and break world records, including reaching Everest Base Camp barefoot. He emphasizes the need for mental health awareness and the support of organizations like Movember. The conversation highlights the power of perseverance and finding purpose in helping others. For mental health resources, visit Movember.com If you or someone you love is struggling, help is available. Call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 for 24/7 free and confidential help. To learn more about Anton’s barefoot journey across the U.S. and donate to the cause, visit BraveMenTalk.com #thePOZcast is brought to yo…

Angelic Vendette, CEO and founder of Ave Advisory and former Global Head of Marketing at Alo Yoga, shares her journey and insights into marketing and innovation. She discusses her early entrepreneurial spirit and the lessons she learned from working in the service industry. Angelic also talks about her decision to pursue business school instead of acting and the valuable skills she gained from her first job at Deloitte. She shares her leadership style and the importance of assessing character and soft skills in interviews. Finally, Angelic expresses her excitement for the future of innovation in retail and the potential for personalized experiences. In this conversation, Angelic Vendette discusses the importance of creating immersive branded experiences and the impact of AI on marketing. They also explore the success of Pepsi's Super Bowl activation and the factors contributing to Alo Yoga's success. The conversation touches on building a community, transitioning from employment to …

In this episode, Lan Phan, author and CEO of Community of Seven, shares her inspiring journey from being a Vietnamese refugee to becoming a successful entrepreneur and leader. Lan discusses the influence of her parents' refugee experience on her upbringing and education. She also talks about working in her family's nail and hair salon and the power of community in both gangs and professional settings. Lan shares her transition from teaching to marketing and how she founded Community of Seven. She highlights her challenges and the importance of overcoming self-doubt and self-limiting beliefs. In this conversation, Lan Phan shares her journey of overcoming insecurity and self-doubt to find her purpose and live a meaningful life. She emphasizes the power of mindset and taking ownership of one's life. Lan discusses the four phases of change and how they can lead to personal transformation. She also highlights the importance of asking for help and building a supportive community. Lan p…