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In this episode, we speak with Monique Jefferson, Chief People Officer at Community Preservation Corporation, the largest Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) in the US solely focused on investing in multifamily housing.

Monique describes herself as industry agnostic and discusses her career journey and the evolving HR space. She and host Grant Jessup reminisce about the simplicity of the pager and how HR has had to not only keep pace with tech advancements but also the ever-changing needs of employees.

She emphasizes how employee-employer expectations have changed, and why it is important that employee well-being and culture are critical pieces of business strategy.

Monique also pushes back on the narrative that AI is coming for our jobs and looking to the positive implications for the workforce, while acknowledging the need to think critically how it is leveraged within organizations. There are no shortages of takeaways in this episode of LevelUP With Us.

In this episode, Grant and Sabine discuss the industry trends within HR that are shaping the future of the business, and what technologies and developments HR professionals should be keeping an eye on to make sure they’re staying ahead of the curve.

Sabine shares her view on the potential that AI poses to HR professionals, such as saving countless invaluable hours of administrative time, freeing them up to work on the human elements of the job, as well as where its potential limitations might lie.

The conversation also covers current trends in HR, such as the critical role of upskilling and employee retention in cultivating an ideal workplace culture. Sabine offers actionable advice and strategies to enhance HR processes and provides cautionary guidance for HR leaders considering new for their toolkit

Join us in this engaging episode of LevelUP With Us as we sit down with Mindy Honcoop, a seasoned HR leader whose career spans roles at Microsoft, Expedia, and several high-impact startups before she began working as a fractional CPO. Dive into Mindy's journey from social work to HR, exploring how her unique perspective enhances organizational culture and employee engagement.

In This Episode:

The Power of HR: Mindy discusses the intrinsic connection between healthy workplaces and a healthier society, emphasizing HR's role in fostering this environment.

The Evolution of HR Roles: Mindy shares her transition into fractional CHRO/CPO roles, explaining the flexibility and impact these positions offer to businesses.

AI and HR: Discover how Mindy leverages AI to transform HR practices, focusing on strategic implementation to enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.

In this conversation, Heena Surani Chief HR Officer at Smartnumbers shares her insights and experiences in the field of HR. She discusses the role of a CHRO and the importance of understanding the wider business and influencing at the highest level. Heena also explores the impact of AI in HR, highlighting the benefits and risks associated with its implementation. She emphasizes the need for a holistic view of skills-based organizations and the importance of flexibility and adaptability in talent models. Heena provides advice for HR professionals, including the importance of self-awareness and finding strategies to manage stress. Finally, she discusses the role of HR in elevating the world of work and driving growth, inclusion, and resilience.