Leading the Way: HR Leadership in an Automated Era (February 21, 2024)

In this episode, tune in to discover the dynamic realm of HR leadership amid a backdrop of automation and technological progress.

Our esteemed guests will explore the challenges and opportunities facing HR professionals as they navigate the impact of automation on workforce management and organizational culture. From harnessing AI-powered solutions for enriched employee engagement to nurturing inclusive environments amidst tech transformations, this episode promises valuable insights for effective leadership in the automated age.

Listen in to discover how to …

• Leverage AI for Strategic Talent Management
• Advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Initiatives in an Automated Workforce
• Maximize the use of technology for HR Efficiency and Effectiveness

Panelists:
Deven Downey, VP of HR, Nerd United
Lars Minns, CHRO, Mercedes-Benz USA
William Rolack, Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer, Kroll

Deven is a seasoned HR professional with over 15 years of experience and a master's degree in Human Resources. As the founder of Nerd Labs, a company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for early-stage startups, he brings a wealth of expertise in HR management and organizational development. Deven's leadership style is centered on best practices rather than a rote list of policies and procedures. Believing that teaching managers how to lead their teams effectively is key, he fosters an environment where performance naturally follows. Beyond the boardroom, Deven finds joy in staying active through workouts, cherishing moments with family, and sharing playful moments with their mini schnauzer. Above all, Deven values the connections with loved ones as the cornerstone of a fulfilling life.

Lars N. Minns is currently the Chief HR Officer for Mercedes-Benz, North America with responsibility for the US and Canada serving the organization since March 2015. He currently leads the organization in designing, implementing, and executing HR strategies that directly align with the company’s strategic objectives for the Sales, Marketing, and Distribution of Passenger Cars, Vans and parts in the United States and Canada. Under his leadership, the organization is undergoing one of the largest transformations in the automotive industry in its pursuit to be the most desired electric luxury brand in North America. Prior to joining Mercedes-Benz, he served as the Sr. Mgr. of Talent Acquisition for The Home Depot.

William Rolack Sr. is Kroll’s Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer, based in New York. He has over 20 years of experience leading diversity and inclusion strategies, human capital management and mobility management. William works closely with the Kroll leadership team and other stakeholders to develop strategic programs aimed at accelerating inclusion and diversity in the workplace and the commercial impact those programs have on high performing teams that drive economic value, innovation and business integration. William has been named Savoy Magazine’s 2023 Most Influential Executives in Diversity & Inclusion, the National Association of African Americans in Human Resource’s Human Resource Trailblazer of the Year for 2021 and he is listed in the Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) 2021 inaugural list of DE&I influencers. He has received a proclamation from the New York City Council for his work as a mentor and professional coach and for his contributions in the human resources field.

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