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Matt O'Connor: Building a Winning HR Tech Sales Team
Oct. 30, 2024

Matt O'Connor: Building a Winning HR Tech Sales Team

In this conversation, Adam Posner interviews Matt O'Connor, the CRO of HireRoad. They discuss various aspects of sales, customer relationships, and leadership in the HR tech industry. They explore the importance of understanding customer needs, the role of AI in analytics, effective hiring practice…

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Lydia Wu: Real Talk: Navigating the Future of HR Tech
Oct. 29, 2024

Lydia Wu: Real Talk: Navigating the Future of HR Tech

In this engaging conversation, Adam Posner speaks with Lydia Wu about the evolving landscape of HR technology, the challenges HR professionals face, and the importance of strategic partnerships within organizations. They discuss the impact of remote work, the role of data analytics and AI, and the …

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Stephanie Manzelli: Balancing Tech with the Human Side of HR
Oct. 28, 2024

Stephanie Manzelli: Balancing Tech with the Human Side of HR

In this conversation, Adam Posner interviews Stephanie Manzelli, the SVP of People, Talent, DEI at employ, discussing the intersection of HR and technology. They explore the challenges of balancing technology with the human aspect of HR, the importance of effective communication in recruitment proc…

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Angela Hood: Unlocking Human Potential with AI
Oct. 25, 2024

Angela Hood: Unlocking Human Potential with AI

In this episode of #thePOZcast, Adam Posner interviews Angela Hood, CEO and founder of ThisWay Global, a company focused on using AI to mitigate bias in recruitment. Angela shares her entrepreneurial journey, her challenges as a woman in construction and tech, and the importance of accelerators for…

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Ben Mones: AI vs. AI: The Future of Recruitment Safety
Oct. 23, 2024

Ben Mones: AI vs. AI: The Future of Recruitment Safety

Ben Mones is the founder and CEO of Fama, a modern candidate screening solution that makes hiring great people easy. Fama leverages online signals to identify candidate fit, helping organizations answer big questions like how a candidate might act around coworkers or customers when they join. He fo…

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Navigating Leadership with John Federman, CEO @ HireRoad
Oct. 22, 2024

Navigating Leadership with John Federman, CEO @ HireRoad

John Federman currently serves as the CEO of HireRoad, driving strategic initiatives and fostering growth with his extensive executive leadership experience. Prior to HireRoad, he held notable positions, including Chief Corporate Development Officer at Salsify and CEO of JRNI, where he played a piv…

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Shane Noe: HR Tech Insights: Metrics That Matter
Oct. 21, 2024

Shane Noe: HR Tech Insights: Metrics That Matter

Shane Noe is based in San Francisco and is Vice President of People Operations at ClickUp. He began his career in finance by working at companies like Apple, Google, and Box. He made the mid-career transition to HR out of a desire to bring world-class data and analytics to a function that is unders…

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Mandy Rassi, CMO @ Michaels: Navigating Career Transitions and Setting High Standards
Oct. 18, 2024

Mandy Rassi, CMO @ Michaels: Navigating Career Transitions and Settin…

My guest on E376 of #thePOZCAST is Mandy Rassi! Mandy joined Michaels in April 2022. As Senior Vice President and CMO, Mandy leads the marketing, loyalty, and customer organization and develops strategy, planning, and execution for Michaels’ 1,300 stores. This includes seamless management of their …

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Maha Abouelenein: The 7 Rules of Self-Reliance
Oct. 11, 2024

Maha Abouelenein: The 7 Rules of Self-Reliance

Maha Abouelenein is a personal branding expert, CEO and founder of the global communications consulting firm Digital and Savvy, and author of the forthcoming book, *7 Rules of Self-Reliance* (October 2024). With over three decades of experience, Maha has crafted communication strategies for global …

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Zach Roseman: Solving the Challenges of Hiring with Draftboard
Oct. 4, 2024

Zach Roseman: Solving the Challenges of Hiring with Draftboard

My guest on #thePOZCAST is Zach Roseman. Zach founded Draftboard almost two years ago to solve a problem: Companies routinely offer referral bonuses for new hires, but they limit those bonuses to their own employees. Why?Enter Draftboard, a platform where companies make those bonuses public and c…

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Dandan Zhu: Lessons from Building The Wealth Trifecta in the Recruitment Industry
Sept. 27, 2024

Dandan Zhu: Lessons from Building The Wealth Trifecta in the Recruitm…

Dandan Zhu leveraged her career as a top-billing headhunter and her #7777rule to build technical and executive search direct hire practices, which she parlayed into real estate investing. At age 28, she achieved FIRE (financial independence, retirement early). She is a big believer in what she call…

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Sean Behr: Fountain CEO: Transforming Hiring for Frontline Workers
Sept. 20, 2024

Sean Behr: Fountain CEO: Transforming Hiring for Frontline Workers

Sean Behr, the CEO of Fountain, the company transforming the hiring process for hourly workers. Sean and the team have helped over 80M applicants in 75 countries at places like Stitch Fix, Sweetgreen, and goPuff. Fountain has raised $225M to date, most recently through a $100M Series C last June. …

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Amit Matani: How to Utilize AI to Remove the Friction in Recruiting
Sept. 13, 2024

Amit Matani: How to Utilize AI to Remove the Friction in Recruiting

Our guest on E373 of #thePOZCAST is Amit Matani, CEO of Wellfound (formerly Anglelist Talent). He has spent the last decade working on what fuels him: helping startups and job seekers connect. Before taking leadership, he spent his career in startups, working with, building, and founding companies …

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BEST OF: Jesse Cole: Entertaining Fans First: The Savannah Bananas's Winning Formula
Sept. 11, 2024

BEST OF: Jesse Cole: Entertaining Fans First: The Savannah Bananas's …

FIRST AIRED: 6/23/23My guest on E272 of #thePOZcast is Jesse Cole, The Man In The Yellow Tux himself! Jesse is the founder and owner of Fans First Entertainment, home to the Savannah Bananas as well as The Party Animals baseball teams. Jesse created Banana Ball, which is a twist on classic baseba…

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Jarrod Lopiccolo: The Power of Niche Specialization in Marketing
Sept. 6, 2024

Jarrod Lopiccolo: The Power of Niche Specialization in Marketing

Jarrod Lopiccolo, co-founder and CEO of Noble Studios, shares his journey from architecture to digital marketing. He emphasizes anticipating clients' needs and owning their problems to build long-lasting relationships. Lopiccolo also discusses the need for agencies to be trusted consultants rather …

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Jacob Rupp: The Journey of Faith from Rabbi to a Top Business Coach
Aug. 30, 2024

Jacob Rupp: The Journey of Faith from Rabbi to a Top Business Coach

With over a decade of experience working with leaders and companies ranging from startups to those with over a billion dollar valuation in various industries, including tech, real estate, and industrial cleaning, Jacob has seen what creates success.He has been mentored by and been a mentor to ma…

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Gali Arnon: The Future of Work is Fractional, Fiverr CBO
Aug. 23, 2024

Gali Arnon: The Future of Work is Fractional, Fiverr CBO

Gali Arnon is Fiverr's Chief Business Officer and marketplace, the #1 freelancing marketplace with over $360M in annual revenue and over 4M active buyers. She manages the multimillion-dollar company’s business strategy, product development, and implementation. Before her CBO role, Gali served as …

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Michael Browning Jr: An Entrepreneur's Lessons in Building the Urban Air Adventure Park Empire
Aug. 16, 2024

Michael Browning Jr: An Entrepreneur's Lessons in Building the Urban …

Michael Browning Jr. is the CEO and Founder of Unleashed Brands, which he launched in 2021 to fill a market gap for trusted kid's activities. Unleashed Brands includes popular franchises like Urban Air Adventure Park, Snapology, Premier Martial Arts, The Little Gym, Class 101, Sylvan Learning, and …

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John Bernatovicz: How to HR Like a Boss
Aug. 15, 2024

John Bernatovicz: How to HR Like a Boss

John Bernatovicz, a devoted husband, father, and accomplished entrepreneur, serves as the president of Willory, an HR staffing and HR tech consulting firm. With a diverse background as a published author, competitive amateur golfer, professional coach, podcast host, and keynote speaker, John is on …

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Mitch Mitchem: Balancing AI Tech with Human Connection
Aug. 14, 2024

Mitch Mitchem: Balancing AI Tech with Human Connection

Recorded LIVE @ SHRM National, Chicago 2024 at the Fountain BoothMitch Mitchem has been called a beacon of human connectivity in an age increasingly defined by technology. With an innate understanding of human dynamics and a vision for the future, Mitch has always been on a trajectory towards HIV…

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Michael Dickerson: Struggle Well at Work: Positive Mental Health Strategies
Aug. 13, 2024

Michael Dickerson: Struggle Well at Work: Positive Mental Health Stra…

Recorded LIVE @ SHRM National, Chicago June 2024 @ the Fountain boothMichael Dickerson is the CEO and Founder of Dickerson Consulting Group LLC, a human resource consulting firm specializing in stress management, workplace mental health and employee wellbeing. He worked 13+ years as a mental heal…

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Lisa Russel: AI Ethics & The Metrics for Making Informed Hiring Decisions
Aug. 12, 2024

Lisa Russel: AI Ethics & The Metrics for Making Informed Hiring Decis…

Full Video: https://youtu.be/0-GstJg1hCMRecorded at SHRM National June 2024 at the Fountain booth:Lisa Russell passionately tackles real-world problems with innovative and impactful solutions. After several years in the financial services industry, she gained extensive entrepreneurial experienc…

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Charise Pasche: From Shark Tank Rejection to Revolutionizing the Gender-Neutral Fashion Movement
Aug. 9, 2024

Charise Pasche: From Shark Tank Rejection to Revolutionizing the Gend…

Charisse Pache is the Co-Founder of Dapper Boi, Inc. Within five years of starting her online gender-neutral clothing brand, it is now a seven-figure company on a mission to revolutionize the gender-neutral fashion movement.Charisse loves all things fashion and knows how important clothing can be …

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Debra Squyres: The Power of Feedback: A Gift for Growth
Aug. 7, 2024

Debra Squyres: The Power of Feedback: A Gift for Growth

Full Video: https://youtu.be/HeEFcpAoIo4Recorded LIVE @ SHRM National, Chicago 2024 at the Fountain booth:As Bonusly's Chief Customer Officer, Debra Squyres combines her passion for an exceptional customer experience with her drive to empower companies to connect, motivate, and engage their emp…

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