Join Spencer Stewart in a conversation with the Chief Talent and Human Resources Officer for the New York Department of Education, Patrick Fagan. With an annual budget of over $30 billion, Patrick delves into the complexities of managing HR for the largest school district in the United States, serving more than 1.1 million students across diverse communities. Patrick reflects on his unexpected transition from finance to education, the unique challenges of supporting nearly two thousand schools, and the strategic importance of local hiring to address the cultural needs within the communities.