The AI Effect: Thriving in the Automated Workplace (June 21, 2023)

In the era of automation and artificial intelligence (AI), the workplace is undergoing a transformative shift.

Listen in to hear how to thrive in this new landscape, and how to embrace a mindset of continuous learning and upskilling in this rapidly evolving environment.

Panelists:
Alex Seiler, Chief People Officer, GHJ
Angela Cheng-Cimini, SVP, Talent & CHRO, Harvard Business Publishing
Spencer Ray, Senior Director, Human Resources, Banner Health

Moderated by: Derek Lundsten, President & Chief Culture Officer, LifeGuides

Bios:

Alex Seiler is a global people leader with over 15 years of experience transforming people functions and putting talent first at companies such as WeWork, Blue Shield of CA, NBCUniversal, Time Inc., and Citi. He currently serves as Chief People Officer at GHJ, overseeing People, Workplace Experience and Internal Communications. Under his leadership, GHJ recently won the Transform Award for “People Activator: Employee Experience of the Year”. Outside of his day job, he acts as a strategic advisor to three start-ups, ChangeEngine, Kindred Minds and When Insurance.

Alex is a champion for DEIA (diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility), as well as mental health and has been recognized as a thought leader throughout his career. He speaks at numerous conferences, has written and been featured in articles, a book (Hiring for Diversity) and various podcasts.

Angela Cheng-Cimini joined Harvard Business Publishing as Senior Vice President, and Chief Human Resources Officer in 2021. In this role, Cheng-Cimini leads the Human Resources and Facilities and Administration units, spearheading efforts to develop a talent roadmap that supports the business strategy and creates a deeply engaged and diverse workforce.

Angela brings 30 years of both generalist and specialist Human Resources experience, having worked across consumer product goods, professional services, and high-tech as well as nonprofits. She has shepherded businesses through start-up, growth, and maturity with key responsibility for helping organizations identify and build the necessary organizational capabilities. Prior to joining Harvard Business Publishing, Angela was at ClearMotion, Inc. an automotive technology startup where she accelerated the evolution of the HR function from administrative to strategic.

Spencer Ray is an Executive leader and trusted COO, CAO, and CHRO with 15+ years of people leadership, performance, and trusted partnerships. With an outstanding record in aligning/transforming business and human capital strategies, org culture, performance, and unique combination of people focus and operations expertise, Spencer currently serves as the Senior Director, Human Resources at Banner Health. Spencer previously served as Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, & Chief Administrative Officer at Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona.

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