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HR Social Hour Half Hour

The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast — 311: Special Episode – Jon & Wendy talk to Shane Kovalsky of Mystery

In this special episode, we’re joined by Shane Kovalsky, Co-Founder and CEO of Mystery in Seattle, WA. We talk about coming from a family of entrepreneurs, how Mystery is working with employers to make their teams engaged, and how Mystery continues to ev…

HR Social Hour Half Hour

The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast — 310: Episode 240 – Jon & Wendy welcome back Khalilah ”KO” Olokunola

We’re joined by Khalilah Olokunola, better known as KO, Impact Architect and Chief People Strategist in Wilmington, NC.  We talk about the recent shut down of her organization and her efforts to help employees in transition, what HR pros can do to help s…

HR Social Hour Half Hour

The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast — 309: Episode 239 – Jon & Wendy welcome back Trish McFarlane

We welcome back Trish McFarlane, Founder of H3 HR Advisors in St. Louis, MO.  We discuss what Trish learned at the latest HRTech Conference, why to prioritize and delegate as a leader, and seeing Coldplay perform at Kensington Palace in the rain.  As an …

HR Social Hour Half Hour

The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast — 308: Episode 238 – Jon & Wendy welcome back Tom Horne

We welcome back Tom Horne, Enterprise Account Executive with People Element in Denver, CO. Tom tells us what he believes HR pros will be challenged by in 2023 and what he’s learned launching the “All About HR Podcast.” Magic Shell, Phish…this conversat…

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The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast — 307: Episode 237 – Jon & Wendy talk to Wendy Berry

We’re joined by Wendy Berry, Head of HR for Rainbow Health in Minneapolis, MN.  We talk about being asked her sign in an interview, HR challenges in the nonprofit space, and how employers can improve the experience of LGBTQ+ employees.  Astrology, neuros…

HR Social Hour Half Hour

The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast — 306: Episode 236 – Jon & Wendy talk to Bob Ficken

We’re joined by Bob Ficken, HR leader with Kodiak Aviation in Sandpoint, ID. We talk about starting his career in law enforcement, HR challenges in aviation, and why Bob is passionate about teaching. He also gives Jon the business for being noncommittal….

HR Social Hour Half Hour

The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast — 305: Episode 235 – Jon & Wendy welcome back Heidi Pancake

We welcome back Heidi Pancake, Senior People Partner with Universal Music Group in Los Angeles, CA!  We talk about HR challenges in the music industry, what Heidi learned in the pandemic, and more. 
Heidi’s recommendation:
https://twitter.com/ayyjayHR (A…

HR Social Hour Half Hour

The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast — 304: Episode 234 – Jon & Wendy welcome back Christie Engler

We welcome back Christie Engler, Director of People Operations and Culture for Willory in Columbus, OH! We talk about her journey to landing with Willory, what she’s learned from speaking, blog writing, and Madonna. 
Christie’s recommendation:
https://tw…

HR Social Hour Half Hour

The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast — 303: Episode 233- Jon & Wendy talk to each other again

In this episode, we catch up with each other as the summer has been filled with surprises both good and bad. We talk about why we took a break and what’s been going on behind the scenes. There’s more “Ms. Marvel” and “Beavis & Butthead” talk than you’d e…

HR Social Hour Half Hour

The HR Social Hour Half Hour Podcast — 302: Episode 232 – Jon & Wendy talk to Bonnie Natko

We’re joined by Bonnie Natko, Brand Recruiting Team Lead with Capital One in New Windsor, NY. We talk about the challenges in hiring creative talent, what Bonnie thinks is on the horizon in Talent Acquisition, and we reminisce about the “good old days” o…

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