Episode 65: When do Startups Need HR?

As startups evolve from small, agile teams to growth-oriented organizations, the need for strategic human resources management becomes critical. While startups often focus on product development, market penetration, and financial viability, at the early stages, once they’ve established market viability, people strategy becomes equally important.

While network connections and HR hacks may work as band-aid solutions to get the startup to where they need, the growth stage offers a greater mandate: to acquire and retain great talent and to effectively manage this expansion, to develop a culture where employees feel connected to the company’s mission and to scale responsibly under the law.

Properly building the HR infrastructure for your organization as you grow, and scale reveals a level of sophistication and care for the business and the culture you are developing. Investing in HR pays off in improved employee satisfaction, retention, and overall organizational health.

With Beth Nevins, founder of Developa.io and an experienced leader in People & Talent, we examine the transition from founder-led HR hacks to professional HR practices. We'll discuss how investing in HR can drive employee satisfaction, retention, and overall organizational health, while also ensuring legal compliance and supporting sustainable growth.

For founders navigating the complex landscape of people management in high-growth environments, this session will help them build resilient, culture-driven organizations poised for long-term success.

Beth Nevins is the founder of Developa.io and an accomplished leader in the people & talent space. Transitioning from a career in agency recruitment to leading in-house people and talent strategies in start-ups, Beth has gained a wealth of experience that equips her to understand start-up needs swiftly and offer specific guidance and advice.