The Power Duo: Why CEO and CHRO Alignment Transforms Businesses | Growth by Design
In this episode of Growth by Design, Rob Graham and Ross Rosner dig into one of the most important, and often underestimated, leadership relationships in any organization, the alignment between the CEO and the CHRO.
The conversation starts with how the role of HR has evolved. What was once viewed as largely administrative is now a strategic function that directly influences growth, culture, and performance. Rob and Ross talk through why companies that treat HR as a true business partner consistently outperform those that don’t.
Using data-backed insight and real-world experience, they explore what strong CEO and CHRO alignment actually looks like in practice. Shared vision, joint accountability, clear communication, and decisions grounded in data all play a role in turning people strategy into a real competitive advantage.
This episode offers practical takeaways for leaders who want better execution, stronger teams, and a people strategy that supports the broader business goals, not one that operates in a silo.
If you’re a CEO, CHRO, or senior leader looking to strengthen how your organization thinks about talent and leadership, this conversation is well worth your time.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Growth by Design
00:12 The CEO and CHRO partnership
00:36 The evolving role of HR
01:32 Why HR is a strategic function
02:53 HR’s role in business decisions
07:54 Communication and leadership alignment
09:58 Practical takeaways and conclusion
