Podcast Episodes

John Federman: Harnessing Data for HR Success: LIVE from UNLEASH 2025

Episode 446

Summary:

In this episode, the conversation revolves around the evolving role of HR in mid-sized companies, the importance of data-driven decision-making, and the impact of effective leadership. John F…

Published on 7 months ago

Cynthia Abbott Kerr: The Future of Pay Transparency: LIVE from UNLEASH 2025

Episode 445

Summary: 

In this podcast episode, Rhona Pierce interviews Cynthia Abbot Kerr, founder and CEO of WellPay AI, discussing her journey in the compensation industry, the complexities of pay transparency,…

Published on 7 months ago

Victoria Williams: The Rise of Wake and Vape: A Cannabis Success Story

Episode 420

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Victoria Williams and Her Journey

03:04 The Impact of Family Background on Entrepreneurial Spirit

05:46 Navigating the Cannabis Industry: Education and Advocacy

08:54 Unde…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Building High Performance Teams at LVMH: CHRO Gena Smith LIVE from UNLEASH 2025

Episode 444

Summary

In this episode, Gina Smith, CHRO of LVMH, discusses the importance of high-performance teams and creative environments. She emphasizes the role of coaching and development initiatives in fost…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Matt Lavery: How UPS Hiring Showcases Internal mobility and AI: LIVE from UNLEASH 2025

Episode 443

Summary:

In this episode of #thePOZcast, host Rona Pierce speaks with Matt Lavery, Director of Global Sourcing, Recruiting, and Onboarding at UPS. They discuss Matt's journey from a seasonal handler t…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Ben Eubanks: Artificial Intelligence for HR: LIVE from Unleash 2025

Episode 442

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Unleash 2025

00:58 Exploring the Intersection of People and Technology

03:02 Insights on Frontline Workers

05:52 Building Trust with Frontline Workers

10:01 The Role of AI in Re…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Steve White: A Journey from Sports Agent to Top Talent Access Leader

Episode 422

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Talent Acquisition and Steve White's Background
01:46 Transition from Sports Agent to Talent Acquisition
08:40 The Emotional Journey of Leaving Sports Management
16:37 Tran…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Shawn Nelson: Let Me Save You 25 Years: Mistakes, Miracles, and Lessons from the Lovesac Story

Episode 421

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Lovesack and Sean Nelson

02:35 The Grit Behind Entrepreneurship

04:49 The Lovesack Journey Begins

08:44 Challenges and Triumphs in Business

13:30 Navigating Bankruptcy and …

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

Life, Laughs, and LEGOS: Oliver Posner's Take on Success

Episode 400

Chapters

00:00 Building a Lego City Together

03:02 Exploring Interests: Baseball and School

05:58 Favorite Books and Learning

08:59 Friendship and Family Dynamics

11:59 Wishes for the Future

Published on 7 months, 4 weeks ago

Darren Marble Resilience and Rejection: Keys to Entrepreneurial Success

Episode 418

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Darren Marble and Issuance
03:02 Darren's Early Entrepreneurial Journey
05:58 The Importance of Rejection in Sales
08:53 Building Resilience as a Founder
11:47 Lessons from …

Published on 8 months ago