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HR & Payroll 2.0

Join Pete A. Tiliakos and Julie Fernandez as they combine their unique HR and payroll industry knowledge, experience, and POV’s for highly authentic conversations that unpack the key trends, challenges, and opportunities facing HR and Payroll leaders today!

  1. Creating Veteran Ready Workplaces with Special Guest Eddie Dunn

    JUL 1

    Creating Veteran Ready Workplaces with Special Guest Eddie Dunn

    On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Eddie Dunn, Founder and Exec Director at Civilian Ready Foundation, Interim President at Vets2Industry, long time talent executive, Army veteran and veteran advocate to the show.   Eddie shares insights on creating veteran-ready workplaces and bridging the gap between the highly skilled veteran community and the civilian workforce. Eddie discusses the critical importance of confidence, community, and clarity during a veterans’ transition, and why employers must move beyond standard hiring practices to truly tap into veterans’ immense leadership capabilities and unique skillsets. From redefining transition as a wellness practice to advocating personalized career pathways, Eddie offers valuable guidance for HR leaders, employers, and transitioning service members alike.  Connect with Eddie:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddiedunn/ Civilian Ready: https://www.civilianready.org/ Vets2Industry: https://vets2industry.org/ Connect with the show:    LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0  X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

    54 min
  2. Gracious Payroll with Special Guest Danny Schulz

    JUN 24

    Gracious Payroll with Special Guest Danny Schulz

    In this episode, Pete and Julie welcome long-time show friend Danny Schulz, Director of Global Payroll at Kohler, for a candid and insightful conversation on the future of payroll talent, leadership, and transformation! Danny shares how Kohler is navigating the looming payroll talent gap with intentional succession planning, cross-generational leadership, and a bold commitment to building a people-first, globally integrated payroll function. From reshaping payroll’s role under Total Rewards to embracing data science and automation, Danny offers insights for building resilient operations, preparing for global expansion, and reframing payroll as a strategic growth engine. Connect with Danny:  LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-schulz/   Connect with the show:    LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0  X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

    47 min
  3. Global Mobility in Motion with Special Guest Catey Palmer

    JUN 17

    Global Mobility in Motion with Special Guest Catey Palmer

    On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome global mobility powerhouse, the “energizer bunny” of global payroll, and Founder of ExPaytriate, Catey Palmer!  Catey shares her unconventional journey from a career in law to global payroll and how her passion for compliance, strategy, and people shaped a new venture to make expat payroll support more accessible. The group talks the often-overlooked intricacies of global mobility, shadow payrolls, and the critical need for tighter integration between HR, payroll, tax, and legal. Catey also shares candid views on the evolving role of EORs and how technology and culture must evolve to support truly agile global talent strategies.  Connect with Catey: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catey-palmer-globalpayroll/  Connect with the show:    LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0  X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

    55 min
  4. The End-to-End Mindset with Special Guest Maureen Shea

    JUN 10

    The End-to-End Mindset with Special Guest Maureen Shea

    On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Maureen Shea, former VP of HR Transformation, Vendor Governance, and Finance at CVS Health, for an energizing conversation on building an end-to-end mindset in a world of constant change! From her early days in compensation and benefits to leading large-scale enterprise HCM integrations, Maureen shares hard-earned insights on breaking down silos, driving cross-functional change, and keeping the employee experience front and center. The group explores how HR can move beyond the “way we’ve always done it” mindset, leverage AI and automation, and build credibility through data-driven outcomes. Whether you’re grappling with onboarding challenges, technology transformation, or cultural resistance, this episode is packed with relatable stories, sharp advice, and a few laughs on what it takes to drive meaningful change in today’s complex HR landscape. Connect with Maureen:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureenshea7/  Connect with the show:  LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0  X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

    45 min
  5. HR Tech Marketplace News & Updates: UKG Global Analyst Day

    JUN 3

    HR Tech Marketplace News & Updates: UKG Global Analyst Day

    In this episode, Pete returns from Fort Lauderdale Beach, Florida where UKG held its first Global Analyst Day and shares insights from the big event!  Pete and Julie opine a long list of updates at UKG including its refreshed C-suite, GTM focus, plus product updates on both the UKG Ready and UKG Pro solutions and what it all means for buyers.     Connect with the show:    LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0  X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

    43 min
  6. Payroll Congress Debrief

    MAY 29

    Payroll Congress Debrief

    Fresh home from Orlando, Florida, Pete and Julie debrief on the ‘Super Bowl of Payroll,’ the 43rd annual Payroll Congress!  They share a recap of the biggest week in payroll, including POV’s on key learning sessions, keynotes, and insights from the week.  The new products and innovations making headlines, plus their thoughts on trends and takeaways from conversations around the event!  Connect with the show:    LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0  X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky. social  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

    44 min
  7. Empowering Veterans in the Modern Workforce with Special Guest Ross Dickman

    MAY 27

    Empowering Veterans in the Modern Workforce with Special Guest Ross Dickman

    On this episode, and just in time for Veterans Appreciation Month…. Pete and Julie welcome Ross Dickman, Army veteran and CEO of Hire Heroes USA!  Ross shares his personal transition story from Apache helicopter pilot to purpose-driven nonprofit CEO, offering candid insights on the challenges veterans and their spouses face when entering the civilian workforce and the rich, often overlooked skills they offer. Ross provides a peek into the mission at Hire Heroes USA and why it is as critical as ever, highlighting the power of purpose and belonging in veteran engagement.  Ross provides his POV on engaging and nurturing veteran talent as the workforce evolves with tips for the employer and veteran lenses.  Connect with Ross and HireHeroes USA:  LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossdickman/  Hire Heroes USA: www.hireheroesusa.org  Connect with the show:    LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0  X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

    44 min
  8. Celebrating The Function That's Never Celebrated with Special Guest John Bernatiovicz

    MAY 20

    Celebrating The Function That's Never Celebrated with Special Guest John Bernatiovicz

    On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome John Bernatovicz, founder and CEO of Willory, and author of ‘HR Like a Boss’!  John shares his inspiring journey behind his mission to elevate the HR profession with a passion rooted in resilience, community, and a vision to transform how people feel at work. From his early days at ADP to building a thriving consultancy and bestselling book – ‘HR Like a Boss’, John offers a candid take on the state of HR and payroll. John shares his lens on the value of investing in people, embracing technology, breaking down silos, and leading HR ‘like a boss.’ John shares why emotional intelligence and business fluency are the must-have skills for every HR leader. Plus, pro tips on ‘boss moves’ HR can make in the wake and face of constant volatility.  Connect with John:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbernatovicz/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Willory/videos Willory: https://willory.com/  www.HRlikeaboss.com  Book: https://www.amazon.com/HR-Like-Boss-Amazingly-Awesome/dp/1586444417  Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hr-like-a-boss-by-willory/id1531388217  Connect with the show:    LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0  X: @HRPayroll2_0 @PeteTiliakos @JulieFer_HR BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0

    57 min
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Join Pete A. Tiliakos and Julie Fernandez as they combine their unique HR and payroll industry knowledge, experience, and POV’s for highly authentic conversations that unpack the key trends, challenges, and opportunities facing HR and Payroll leaders today!

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