Skilled

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Welcome to Skilled, the podcast where we sit down with remarkable L&D and HR leaders to uncover the stories, strategies, and skills behind their success. With Growthspace CEO, Omer Glass and Brand Director, Keren Rosenfeld

  1. 28 OCT.

    How HR & learning leaders can build social capital with Greg Pryor

    Greg Pryor explains why relationships are a decisive driver of performance and advancement. He shares the papal prediction story to illustrate how networks forecast outcomes, defines four network patterns: fast movers, shapers, scalers, and risers, and offers practical ways to build social agility. He urges HR and learning leaders to design for connection and to teach these human skills alongside AI capabilities so people remain relevant and organizations move faster with greater certainty. ---- Greg Pryor is a long-time human capital leader and pracademic who has held senior roles at Accenture, Merrill Lynch, Guild, and Workday. He collaborates with Connected Commons alongside scholars and practitioners such as Rob Cross, Deb Zehner, and Michael Arena, advancing research and practice on social capital.

    43 min

  2. 19 SEPT.

    How Steve Ransone leveraged operational experience to revolutionize HR leadership at White Lodging

    In this episode, we sit down with Steve Ransone, Vice President of Organizational Capability at White Lodging, to uncover how his extensive background in hotel operations has uniquely influenced his approach to HR leadership Steve shares his journey from the front lines of hospitality into organizational development, offering insights on talent development, career pathing, and change management. We discuss the challenges and wins of building a custom career pathing platform, why listening and adaptability are essential in times of change, and how blending operational expertise with HR strategy can fuel both associate growth and organizational success.

    30 min

  3. 27 AOÛT

    How Bryan Allen transformed the financial services sector with a focus on retention

    In this episode, Bryan Allen shares how he tackled one of the most significant challenges for HR: improving retention and driving organizational success. Drawing from his experience, Bryan explains why retention should be the highest priority for any company. He discusses the importance of going beyond industry averages, setting ambitious goals, and investing in existing talent. Bryan also highlights how this approach not only saves costs but leads to a more skilled and committed workforce.

    39 min

  4. 25 JUIL.

    How Joshua Remerowski brings frontline experience to leadership development at SRS Distribution

    Joshua Remerowski, VP of Learning & Development at SRS Distribution, shares how his unconventional career path—from truck driver to L&D executive—shaped his approach to leadership development.  He reveals the importance of understanding frontline roles, designing impactful training, and creating career growth opportunities for everyone that drive business success.

    34 min

  5. 18 JUIN

    How Douglas Stitt prioritized people-first leadership for the U.S. Army

    Douglas Stitt, former CHRO of the U.S. Army (Deputy Chief of Staff, G1), led HR for 1.1 million people in one of the world’s most complex organizations. In this episode, he shares what it takes to manage talent at scale, build a resilient workforce, and drive leadership development in high-stakes environments. From leading HR transformations to testifying before Congress (while accidentally on mute), Doug reflects on the lessons military HR can teach leaders in any industry.

    29 min

  6. 28 MAI

    How Quentin Misenheimer transformed leadership development and HR strategy at Rollins and beyond

    Quentin Misenheimer, Chief People Officer at Garlock Flexible, shares his journey from HR leadership at Newell Rubbermaid to transforming talent development at Rollins. In this episode, he dives into the power of succession planning, how he built a leadership pipeline that still thrives today, and the lessons learned from an HR initiative that didn’t go as planned. He also reflects on what makes an HR leader truly impactful—understanding the business, building strong relationships, and treating HR as a customer service function. With over 25 years of experience, including a military background that shaped his leadership style, Quentin offers invaluable insights for HR leaders looking to drive meaningful change.

    25 min

  7. 7 MAI

    How Charlie Ackerman built a high-impact talent strategy at Bosch

    Charlie Ackerman, former Senior Vice President of HR at Bosch North America, shares how he led a large-scale HR transformation that supported the company’s rapid growth. With over 35 years of experience, Charlie discusses the challenges of driving organizational change, building a strong talent pipeline, and ensuring HR functions align with business strategy. He also reflects on key lessons in communication, leadership, and the role of HR as a business driver. Tune in for insights on how HR leaders can create a lasting impact by fostering trust, clarity, and a shared sense of purpose.

    47 min

  8. 16 AVR.

    How Sheryl Raphael Whitaker transformed claims training into digital learning at AIG

    Meet Sheryl Raphael Whitaker, learning and talent executive, as she recounts her journey in creating Claims University at AIG. From the challenges of shifting in-person training to digital to lessons learned about stakeholder engagement, Sheryl shares her journey in driving impactful digital transformations.

    31 min
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Welcome to Skilled, the podcast where we sit down with remarkable L&D and HR leaders to uncover the stories, strategies, and skills behind their success. With Growthspace CEO, Omer Glass and Brand Director, Keren Rosenfeld

Informations

  • Création
    Growthspace
  • Années d’activité
    2024 - 2025
  • Épisodes
    19
  • Classification
    Tous publics
  • Copyright
    © Growthspace
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