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From Illumination To Innovation

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  • From Illumination To Innovation is a revealing and provocative exploration of the rapidly shifting landscape of values, branding, purpose, leadership, talent, and culture - both corporate and social. Join us each month as we interview insightful and (sometimes) "radical" guests who are working hard to provide illumination and inspire innovation.
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Episodes
  • Is the Future of HR Human? Beyond Human Resources - Ep 5 of 5 of HR Series - HR: The Good, the Bad , and the Potential
    Jun 27 2024

    Get ready for the finale of our HR Series, "HR: The Good, the Bad, and the Potential."

    In our 10th episode, 'Is the Future of HR Human - Beyond Human Resources?' we explore the evolving landscape of Human Resources. With AI's increased presence and companies leaning on technology amid layoffs, the future of HR is at a pivotal crossroads. Join us as we chat with Emma Garcia, Executive Director of Workforce Innovation at ZPryme. Emma advocates for designing HR programs with a - and creating spaces that honor and support the whole self. Her vision for HR includes a shift towards strategic leadership roles and fostering an inclusive culture.

    Highlights Include:

    • Balancing AI and human touch in HR
    • Fostering an inclusive and empathetic work environemnt
    • Rebranding Human Resources to reflect its strategic importance

    #PeopleFirstHR #hrinnovation #WorkforceStrategy #VibrateHigher

    GUEST BIO
    Emma Garcia is the Executive Director of Workforce Innovation at Zpryme in Austin, TX. Her passion lies in advocating for a world of work built on principles of empathy and equity, fostering inclusive cultures where individuals can bring their whole selves to the table and excel. Emma champions workforce development and innovation through the lens of her deep commitment to trust, honest communication, psychological safety, and accountability. She is a board member of Solar Austin and a self-professed GenAI geek. Emma leads outreach and engagement efforts to create a robust community in support of smart city workforce development and sustainability initiatives.

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    47 mins
  • HR: A Seat at the Table - Who’s In Charge? - Ep 4 of 5 FITI HR Series - HR: The Good, the Bad, and the Potential
    Jun 13 2024

    Are you ready to redefine HR's role in your organization? Join us for the 9th episode of the and the fourth installment of our HR Series, ': —' ?' In this riveting episode, we uncover how HR can transcend its traditional boundaries to become a catalyst for transformative change.

    In this episode, we're thrilled to have , an HR luminary with 20 years of experience across industry giants like Microsoft, Expedia, Spiceworks, and TCP Software. As the Founder of Agile in HR and the VP of Customer Strategy & Ops at Mebebot, Mindy brings unparalleled insight into the evolving landscape of HR. Her expertise in developing vision and strategy for business growth, leading change, and mentoring executives will illuminate the path towards a more human-centric workplace.

    Mindy shares her compelling vision: "We need healthier communities and society, which in part requires us to view humans as an investment, not a spend, in our workplaces. There is something we all need to individually and collectively mine to start living and interacting differently.” This episode challenges you to rethink traditional workplace dynamics and embrace a culture of trust, inclusion, and care.

    GUEST BIO:
    Mindy Honcoop is an HR leader with 20 years of experience and career-spanning roles at Microsoft, Expedia, Spiceworks, and TCP Software. She specializes in developing vision and strategy for business growth, leading change, and coaching executives.

    She is the Founder of Agile in HR and serves as the VP of Customer Strategy & Ops at Mebebot. She holds an MBA from Western Governors University and engages in mentoring the HR community.

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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindyhoncoop/

    Episode Sources:

    The evolution of Human Resource Development: Strategic HRD to transform organizations into high performance organizations (Journal for Advancing Business Education)

    STEPHANIE’S BIO:

    Stephanie Crain is a Corporate Mystic and owner of Tapas Innovation. A visionary collaborator, Stephanie empowers organizations and individuals to align their core values and unleash their authentic expression. With 25 years of experience in branding, culture, and creative strategy, Stephanie excels as an executive leader, fostering collaboration and talent elevation across diverse industries. As a Certified Master Jungian Coach specializing in Success Mindset, she guides executives, creators, and entrepreneurs to overcome obstacles and #vibratehigher by activating their true potential.

    SHANIQUA’S BIO

    Shaniqua Brown, Founder and Talent Strategist at Elevated TA brings over a decade of expertise in Talent Acquisition, with a distinguished background at industry leaders like Kforce and Google. Merging her academic prowess in Interdisciplinary Social Science with insights gained from a dynamic career as a professional dancer and NFL cheerleader, she infuses Elevated TA's mission with precision, agility, and an innovative spirit. Focused on revolutionizing talent acquisition strategies for mid-sized companies, Shaniqua's approach ble

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    34 mins
  • HR: The Employee Experience -Why Aren’t Leaders Listening? - Ep 3 of 5 HR Series: The Good, the Bad, and the Potential
    May 30 2024

    Are you ready to transform your workplace? Join us for episode 3 of our HR series, ': ℎ , ℎ , ℎ ,' where we discuss the : ’ ? Discover how prioritizing your employees can drive unparalleled organizational success.

    ✨ :

    • : Understand how happy employees lead to satisfied customers and business growth.
    • : Learn strategies to foster an engaging and supportive organizational culture.
    • : Explore the impact of leadership on employee engagement and productivity, and uncover why leaders often fail to listen.

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    • : Shaniqua explains how the Employee Experience begins at the prospect stage and extends through the entire lifecycle, emphasizing authentic employer branding.
    • : Stephanie shares her revolutionary ideas on rethinking traditional corporate hierarchies, advocating for a flipped pyramid model to foster a more supportive and innovative culture.
    • : Shaniqua and Stephanie discuss the importance of recognizing and celebrating employee achievements and transitions, highlighting the value of genuine recognition and support.

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    • How to create a thriving organizational environment by prioritizing the Employee Experience.
    • Effective strategies to engage and retain top talent.
    • The essential role of leadership in fostering a positive workplace culture.

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    Episode Sources:

    Clear Action: https://clearaction.com/employee-experience-faq/

    Builtin Article: https://builtin.com/company-culture/positive-work-culture

    Gallup: U.S. Employee Engagement Needs a Rebound in 2023

    https://www.gallup.com/workplace/468233/employee-engagement-needs-rebound-2023.aspx

    FHSU.edu

    https://scholars.fhsu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1001&context=management_oer

    STEPHANIE’S BIO:

    Stephanie Crain is a Corporate Mystic, a visionary collaborator who empowers organizations and individuals to align their core values and unleash their authentic expression. With 25 years of experience in branding, culture, and creative strategy, Stephanie excels as an executive leader, fostering collaboration and talent elevation across diverse industries. As a Certified Master Jungian Coach specializing in Success Mindset, she guides executives, creators, and entrepreneurs to overcome obstacles and #vibratehigher by activating their true potential.

    SHANIQUA’S BIO

    Shaniqua Brown, Founder and Talent Strategist at Elevated TA brings over a decade of expertise in Talent Acquisition, with a distinguished background at industry leaders like Kforce and Google. Merging her academic prowess in Interdisciplinary Social Science with insights gained from a dynamic career as a professional dancer and NFL cheerleader, she infuses Elev

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    45 mins

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