HRD Talk

HRD Talk

Human Resources Director concentrates on the real issues & challenges facing HR professionals & the industry, with in-depth features & analysis of what really matters. Go to hcamag.com for all the latest news & insights.

Episodes

HRD Talk CA - Schneider Electric's Joseph Walters hybrid work, AI adoption and values

March 30, 2025 • 16 mins
Over the years, Joseph Walters, CTO of Schneider Electric, found ways to blend his love for business, finance, and sales with a people-focused approach, including finding strong mentors. That combination helped him develop a deeper understanding of how HR can drive business success: “In life, we can't create time, so it's really important for you to find great mentors around you that want to give back.” Walters believes mentorshi...
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HRD Talk CA: Plooto CPO Chelsea Bailey on the impact of tech on HR functions

October 21, 2024 • 11 mins
For this episode of HRD Talk Canada, senior journalist Stacy Thomas interviews Plooto CPO Chelsea Bailey. The former Google HR leader tells us about her greatest learning, the power of connection, and the impact of new tech on HR.
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HRD Talk Global - Mastering Digital Workplaces Powered by Deel

September 25, 2024 • 22 mins
With the rise of remote work, organizations are embracing new ways to hire, manage, and engage teams across the globe. But scaling a digital-first, remote workforce comes with its own set of challenges. From keeping employees connected across time zones to fostering a strong company culture, these issues are top of mind for HR professionals. In this episode of HRD Talk, Stacy Thomas sits down with Casey Bailey, Head of People at D...
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HRD TALK CA - Leveraging employee resource groups for maximum engagement and retention

May 27, 2024 • 18 mins
In this episode of HRD Talk, reporter Stacy Thomas speaks with Canadian Western Bank’s Senior Assistant Vice President, Employee Experience & Culture Kate Lister about the success her organization has seen with employee resource groups. Since the pandemic, Canadian Western Bank’s employee resource groups have grown exponentially and have become a vital source of not only talent retention but talent promotion, as participants in ER...
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HRD TALK CA - Innovative hiring in an old school industry: CHRO of Pacific Pilotage Authority

April 8, 2024 • 21 mins
When Danielle Lewis began her role as CHRO of the Vancouver-based Pacific Pilotage Authority, she had zero experience in the marine sector but a sense of the unique challenges the industry is facing in a world of labour shortages and cutbacks. Hiring for highly-specialized and experienced roles has required Lewis and her team to be innovative, developing a “Workforce of the Future” plan as part of the Authority’s four pillar strate...
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HRD Talk CA - Ashley Sardjoe of Novartis talks tough change at scale

March 11, 2024 • 15 mins
Not only did Ashley Sardjoe, VP, Country People & Organization (HR) of Novartis Canada have to oversee a thirty percent headcount reduction of the organization when it underwent a major transformation during the fallout of a major pandemic, his personal life took a toll as well. In this episode of HRD Talk, Sardjoe speaks with HRD reporter Stacy Thomas about the varying levels of managing change – at scale and at home.
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HRD Talk Aus - How to attract and retain volunteers

July 18, 2023 • 11 mins
HRD Talk Aus - How to attract and retain volunteers by 447600
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HRD Talk - Connecting people with purpose: HR’s role in setting a culture of meaning

July 17, 2023 • 7 mins
Dean Carter, chief people and purpose officer at Guild, chats with HRDTalk on driving corporate purpose post-pandemic.
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HRD Talk Aus - Airtasker’s first CHRO talks talent, tech and leadership

July 12, 2023 • 16 mins
With much talk about the economic downturn in Australia, HR teams have had to become much more resourceful. Airtasker’s chief human resources officer Isa Notermans sat down with HRDTV to discuss how the company approaches engagement and performance, and shares the key to building a thriving HR team.
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HRD Aus Talk - Taking off after COVID at Brisbane Airport

July 12, 2023 • 13 mins
The travel industry was one of the hardest hit during the COVID-19 pandemic. When Australia closed its borders, Brisbane Airport went from having around 50,000 passengers a day to 200 at one point. HRD spoke with Brisbane Airport’s executive general manager of human resources, Jane Dionysius about how the company made it through the pandemic, and what its new learning and development program entails.
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HRD Talk CA - The Times They Are A Changin’: Unions on the Move and a Union-Friendly Environment

June 29, 2023 • 24 mins
Matthew Certosimo, partner at Borden Ladner Gervais, speaks to HRD Talk on employment law and the post-pandemic challenge
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HRD Talk NZ - Canada's Hiring Outlook

June 19, 2023 • 15 mins
Darlene Minatel, general manager for Canada with Manpower Group, joins Jeffrey Smith to discuss the organization's most recent Employment Outlook Survey for Canadian employers.
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HRD Talk NZ - Top challenges facing HR in 2023

June 16, 2023 • 18 mins
Joey Raheb, Chief Commercial & Broking Officer, and Cathy Perron, Health Canada Co-Leader - both with Health Solutions at Aon - speak with Jeffrey Smith about the challenges HR is facing in 2023 and beyond. They cover topics such as benefits inflation, DEI, data & analytics, and more.
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HRD Talk Aus - How can HR metrics lead to better decision making

June 16, 2023 • 26 mins
HRD Talk Aus - How can HR metrics lead to better decision making by 447600
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HRD Talk CA - Top challenges facing HR in 2023

June 16, 2023 • 18 mins
Joey Raheb, Chief Commercial & Broking Officer, and Cathy Perron, Health Canada Co-Leader - both with Health Solutions at Aon - speak with Jeffrey Smith about the challenges HR is facing in 2023 and beyond. They cover topics such as benefits inflation, DEI, data & analytics, and more.
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HRD Talk Aus - In the new world of flexible working, how compliant is your business?

June 16, 2023 • 21 mins
Julian Arndt, associate director at Australian Business Lawyers and Advisors, unpicks the challenges and complexity around remaining compliant when your workforce is remote
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HRD Talk US - Episode 16 - Personalizing the college recruitment process

June 16, 2023 • 15 mins
Kari Heyens, vice-president of talent acquisition with Arrive Logistics, talks about the characteristics of graduating and current college students and how employers can personalize the recruiting process in order to connect with the best talent.
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HRD Talk US - Top challenges facing HR in 2023

June 16, 2023 • 18 mins
Joey Raheb, Chief Commercial & Broking Officer, and Cathy Perron, Health Canada Co-Leader - both with Health Solutions at Aon - speak with Jeffrey Smith about the challenges HR is facing in 2023 and beyond. They cover topics such as benefits inflation, DEI, data & analytics, and more.
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HRD Talk US - Episode 15 – What job candidates want in 2023

June 16, 2023 • 9 mins
With a historic unemployment rate, 11 million job openings and employees unafraid to seek greener pastures, recruitment has never been more challenging. HR leaders need to re-evaluate their employee value proposition to remain competitive in this red-hot labor market. In this episode of HRD Talk, Tiffany Haley, head of global talent acquisition at Vanguard, shares the top three things employers should be offering job candidates...
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HRD Talk US - Episode 13 – Complying – and thriving – with pay transparency laws

June 16, 2023 • 15 mins
SB 1162, signed into law by California Gov. Gavin Newsom, went into effect at the dawn of 2023. The legislation expands upon established framework to mandate all employers in the state with at least 15 workers must include the hourly rate or salary range on job listings and provide the pay scale to current employees upon request. This also applies for companies outside of California who may hire candidates in the state for remote...
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