Lessons from the Field

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Dive into concise, insightful conversations with industry leaders in our new podcast series. Each episode unveils the wealth of resources and connections available for HR Policy Association members while delivering valuable career wisdom from seasoned HR professionals who've navigated the challenges you face today. Subscribe now to transform your professional journey—available wherever you get your podcasts.

Episodes

  1. 1 AUG

    Steve Fry on Guiding Transformation from the CHRO Seat

    In this episode, HRPA’s Ani Huang talks with Steve Fry about the CHRO’s role in business transformation. Drawing from lessons learned over his 36-year career, and what it meant to serve for 12 of those years as Lilly’s top HR leader during a time of deep transformation, Steve Fry shares his perspective on the role of the CHRO and HR team and how to avoid missteps. Tune in for insights from one of the profession’s most respected voices.

    20 min

  2. 18 JUL

    What comes after the C-suite?

    The latest episode of Lessons from the Field takes a closer look at how Chief Human Resource Officers navigate the transition from corporate leadership to their next chapter. Join host Ani Huang in a candid conversation with Shelly Carlin, as they discuss Shelly’s journey from CHRO and Head of Total Rewards to providing her expertise to HRPA, launching a leadership program for athletes, and serving as Managing Editor of D1Softball.com, the premier source for college softball news. Whether you're actively considering your next move or simply curious about how others chart their post-CHRO paths, Shelly’s story offers thoughtful insights into successful life and career transitions. Tune in now for a dose of inspiration on life beyond the CHRO role.

    15 min

  3. 12 JUN

    CEO Succession Is the New CHRO Power Skill

    January 2025 set a record: 222 CEOs exited their roles—the highest number ever. Many were expected. Some weren’t. For CHROs, being ready for both is no longer optional—it's essential. In the latest episode of Lessons From the Field, Rich Floersch sits down with HRPA’s Ani Huang to unpack what he’s learned from his posts at McDonald’s, Kraft Foods International, and Philip Morris. From strategic foresight to crisis response, Rich shares real-world advice CHROs can’t afford to miss. Tune in now to hear how to lead through leadership change.

    18 min

  4. 8 MAY

    Charlie Tharp Provides Insights Into Exec Comp

    In the first of Lessons from the Field, a new video and podcast series, Ani Huang, Senior Executive Vice President of HRPA talks with Charlie Tharp, Senior Advisor at HRPA’s Center On Executive Compensation. In this episode, Dr. Tharp draws on over 25 years of corporate experience at General Electric, PepsiCo, Pillsbury, CIGNA and Bristol-Myers Squibb, plus decades of teaching, to provide his insights into executive compensation.

    16 min
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Dive into concise, insightful conversations with industry leaders in our new podcast series. Each episode unveils the wealth of resources and connections available for HR Policy Association members while delivering valuable career wisdom from seasoned HR professionals who've navigated the challenges you face today. Subscribe now to transform your professional journey—available wherever you get your podcasts.

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