HR & Payroll 2.0

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! Powered ad-free by G-P, OneSource Virtual, and Zoho.

Episodes

The Davos Debrief with Special Guest Nicole Sahin

February 17, 2026 • 27 mins
On this special episode, join Pete as he catches up with Nicole Sahin, Founder and CEO of G-P, who shares an insider’s POV on the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland.  Together, they unpack what Davos is and what attending entails, and the value in the density of global CEOs, heads of state, founders, and policymakers converging annually on the small alpine village.  Nicole shares what that proximity reveal...
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Remote Work Takes a Big Step Forward with John Lee

February 10, 2026 • 22 mins
On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome show alumni, global mobility and remote work compliance expert John Lee, Co-Founder and CEO of Work from Anywhere, to unpack what may be the most consequential compliance shift for international remote work in more than a decade.  John joins the show to break down the recent OECD’s (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) guidance on cross-border remote working and permanent ...
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The PR Reset Redefining HR Tech Brands with Special Guest Katie Achille

February 3, 2026 • 40 mins
On this episode of HR & Payroll 2.0, Pete and Julie step into the evolving world of public relations, brand storytelling, and answer-engine optimization with Kate “Katie” Achille, co-host of Up Next at Work and partner at Devon PR.  Together, they explore how PR (public relations) has shifted from traditional media and press releases to a strategic growth engine that now shapes search visibility, AI-powered discovery (AEO), and ge...
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Where HR & Payroll Leaders Should Focus in 2026 

January 27, 2026 • 53 mins
On this episode, Pete and Julie revisit the show’s annual “Where HR and Payroll Leaders Should Focus…” episode, sharing POVs and insights for the Top 5 focus areas for HR & Payroll leaders in 2026! Connect with the show: LinkedIn:  http://linkedin.com/company/hr-payroll-2-0 X: @HRPayroll2_0  X: @PeteTiliakos  X: @JulieFer_HR BlueSky: @hrpayroll2o.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HRPAYROLL2_0  WRKDefined Podcast...
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The PayrollBADIes are In the House!

January 20, 2026 • 59 mins
On this episode of HR & Payroll 2.0, Pete and Julie, welcome ‘The Payroll OG’ himself, Todd Acevedo of SAP SuccessFactors, and ‘The Payroll ATLien’ Imran Sajid of EPI-USE to the show to talk all things payroll!   A couple of industry rock stars, together with Payroll BADIes crew, on a mission to put the swag in payroll (with the gold chains and track suits to prove it) and change how organizations think about payroll, its strategi...
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Taking the Pulse on the Future of ERP with Special Guest Bonnie Tinder

January 13, 2026 • 45 mins
On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Bonnie Tinder, CEO and founder of Raven Intel, for a candid pulse check on the state of ERP!  From her early days implementing payroll to tracking more than 4000 ERP and HCM transformation projects, Bonnie brings a unique, practitioner-led view into why ERP is evolving and how AI, data consolidation, and implementation quality are reshaping outcomes for customers. Bonnie explains why implem...
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Special Announcement on the Future of HR & Payroll 2.0

January 6, 2026 • 29 mins
On this episode, Pete and Julie share a special announcement and proudly unveil a new marquee sponsorship initiative to fuel the podcast’s next wave of growth! Join HR & Payroll 2.0 in welcoming the cohort of brands that will power the show’s educational content ad-free in 2026:  G-P (Globalization Partners) is the recognized leader in global employment, ranked No. 1 in every industry analyst report. G-P’s global employment platf...
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The State of Payroll in The Land Down Under with Special Guest Ross Heron

December 30, 2025 • 49 mins
On this episode of HR & Payroll 2.0, Pete and Julie welcome Ross Heron, CEO of the Australian Payroll Association to explore one of the world’s fastest-evolving and complex payroll landscapes!  Ross unpacks why Australia has surged up the global payroll complexity rankings, how new legislation is reshaping employer accountability, and why compliance is becoming a board-level conversation. Together, they dive into the mounting ris...
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A Peek Through the CFO Lens with Special Guest Sue Danino

December 23, 2025 • 41 mins
On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Sue Danino, a seasoned CFO and shared-services executive who has spent her career at the intersection of finance, payroll, and enterprise transformation. Sue dishes on how CFOs truly view payroll’s strategic value - from controllership and cash-flow forecasting to risk, compliance, and data-driven decision-making. Together, the trio explores payroll’s wedge between HR and Finance, and how th...
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HR & Payroll Tech Marketplace News & Updates (Fall 2025, December)

December 16, 2025 • 47 mins
On this episode, Pete and Julie share their POV’s and insights on long list of HR and payroll tech marketplace updates and activity making headlines to wrap up 2025!   Pete and Julie share their thoughts on recent events including UKG Aspire and Workday Rising EMEA.  Plus acquisitions, product announcements, and news from vendors across HCM, Payroll, Benefits, EOR, fintech, compliance, managed services, and more.   Vendors mentio...
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Building Brand Trust & Human Connection with Special Guest Jeanniey Walden

December 9, 2025 • 53 mins
On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome award-winning Chief Marketing Officer, founder, author, and TV host Jeanniey Walden to the show for a masterclass in modern leadership, marketing, brand storytelling, and authenticity! From her early career at JCPenney to leading marketing for global brands like Mercer, Rite Aid, and DailyPay, Jeanniey shares how authenticity, inspiration, and relatability – all central elements in her signa...
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Finding Purpose in Payroll with Special Guest Tiana Neal

December 2, 2025 • 57 mins
On this episode, Pete and Julie welcome ‘ATLien’, HRIS strategist, payroll expert, and CEO of Transcenders Consulting Group, and host of the Human-Roll Podcast, Tiana Neal! Tiana shares here path of a career in radio and television to finding passion and purpose in HR and payroll.  And why curiosity, courage, and a love of fixing things shaped her career and her work helping organizations modernize HR and payroll systems.  From t...
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Navigating Payroll’s Most Transformative Moment with Special Guest Ian Giles

November 27, 2025 • 25 mins
On this special episode recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete sits down with Ian Giles, Global Payroll Director at Dayforce, for a high-energy conversation on the “golden age of payroll!” From the rise of AI to the rebirth of real-time pay, Ian shares his view from the front lines of global payroll transformation, where technol...
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From Hype to Trust with Special Guest Steve Elcock

November 25, 2025 • 26 mins
On this special episode, recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete sits down with Steve Elcock, Director of AI & HCM Product at Zellis, for a conversation on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of payroll and HR. The two explore why payroll is the ultimate test case for trustworthy AI, and why future-ready organizati...
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Reframing Payroll for Strategic Impact with Special Guest Wendy Muirhead

November 20, 2025 • 30 mins
On this special episode recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete catches up with HCM transformation and global payroll executive, Wendy Muirhead, Founding Partner of WH People! From the shifting compliance landscape in the U.K., to the cultural and economic forces shaping payroll investment worldwide, Wendy shares the current clim...
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Taking the Pulse of Payroll Talent with Special Guests Nick Day and Tom Croughton

November 18, 2025 • 31 mins
On this special episode recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete catches up with the world-famous duo behind the most recognized payroll recruiting brands in the world - JGA Recruitment co-founders and payroll evangelists Nick Day and Tom Coughton! Together, they unpack the evolving payroll talent landscape, exploring how AI, hybr...
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The Golden Age of Payroll Is Here with Special Guest Jen Cozier

November 13, 2025 • 14 mins
On this special episode recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete sits down with Jen Cozier, VP of Product Management for Workday Payroll, to unpack how AI, data, and orchestration are transforming the payroll experience.  They explore why trust, data quality, and employee experience are shaping payroll’s position and impact for a ...
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Influencing the Future of the HMRC with Special Guest Samantha O’Sullivan

November 11, 2025 • 20 mins
On this special episode recorded live at the CIPP’s (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) Annual Conference and Exhibition (CIPP ACE) in Newport, Wales, Pete sits down with Samantha O’Sullivan, Policy Lead at the CIPP, to unpack the evolving role of payroll in shaping national policy and digital transformation. They discuss the CIPP’s groundbreaking secondment with His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), a first-of-its-...
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The State of Ed Tech with Special Guest Brandon Smith

November 4, 2025 • 55 mins
In this episode, Pete and Julie welcome Ed Tech expert and CEO of Integrity Advocate, Brandon Smith, to discuss career transitions and the current state and outlook for education technology.  Brandon shares his remarkable journey from a dedicated law enforcement officer working undercover in narcotics to a C-suite leader in the educational technology sector. Brandon reveals how navigating the ethical dilemmas he encountered in law...
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Navigating the College to Career Divide with Special Guest Luke Powers

October 30, 2025 • 44 mins
Continuing in their Gen Z mindset series, Pete and Julie welcome Luke Powers, a recent college graduate who navigated the challenging transition from college intern to career professional in today's competitive job market. Luke shares his journey as a middle child watching his siblings navigate their own career paths, offering a unique perspective on the pressures facing young professionals today.  His journey began with dual enro...
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