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HR Fresh TakePart 5 - HR and the Age of AI: Opportunities and ObstaclesIn the penultimate episode of our series, HR and the Age of AI: Opportunities and Obstacles, our guests discuss the importance of curiosity and adaptability in navigating AI technology. We also highlight the protection of sensitive data as well as the role of organizational culture in fostering a safe environment for experimentation and growth.Special Thanks to our ContributorsKelly Jones is the Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia. For over 25 years, Kelly Jones has held several progressive and strategic h...2025-07-2916 minHR Fresh TakePart 4 - HR and the Age of AI: Opportunities and ObstaclesIn part 4 of our series, HR and Age of AI - Opportunities and Obstacles, our guests share their perspectives on how AI is transforming HR practices from improving the employee experience to enhancing recruitment processes. We also discussed the importance of maintaining empathy and humanity in HR especially as AI technology advances, as well as the need for adaptability and agility among HR professionals.Special Thanks to our Contributors:Gaetan Giannini - Vice President for Adult and Graduate Education at Alvernia University.Dana Scarcella is a leadership c...2025-07-1525 min
Rec Tech: the Recruiting Technology PodcastDeel, Phenom, HR Tech Job of the WeekWorkleap, a leading Canadian software company building the AI-powered talent management platform teams actually love to use, has acquired Barley, an end-to-end compensation management solution. This acquisition marks a significant step forward in unifying two critical components of talent strategy: performance and compensation. Traditionally managed in isolation through disconnected systems and workflows, these functions are now brought together in one unified platform, enabling HR teams to improve transparency, consistency, and alignment in how they recognize and reward employees.
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PHILADELPHIA—-Phenom, an applied AI company that helps companies hire faster, develop better an...2025-07-1006 minHR Fresh TakePart 3 - HR in the Age of AI - Opportunities and ObstaclesIn part 3 of our series: HR in the Age of AI - Opportunities and Obstacles, our guests share their diverse perspectives on skills, tools, and relationships HR professionals need to effectively manage and lead in the age of AI. The conversation also touches upon overcoming the fear of AI with practical advice on low-risk initiatives and personal experimentation.Special thanks to our contributors:Blair Corcoran de Castillo - As Opportunity@Work’s Vice President of Policy, Blair leads the organization’s partnerships with the public sector, guiding the strategy to support polic...2025-07-0122 minHR Fresh TakePart 2 - HR and the Age of AI: Opportunities and ObstaclesIn Part 2 of our series, HR and the Age of AI: Opportunities and Obstacles, our guests share their unique perspectives on how AI is transforming HR practices from creating culture to enhancing neurodiversity inclusion. We also discussed the need for critical thinking and human oversight in AI applications, as well as the legal implications and ethical considerations.Special thanks to our contributors:Michael S. Cohen Partner, Duane Morris’ Employment, Labor, Benefits and Immigration Practice Group. Michael concentrates his practice in the areas of employment law training and counseling.2025-06-1723 minHR Fresh TakeSpecial Series: HR in the Age of AI - Opportunities and Obstacles (Part 1 with Charlene Li)Discussing the benefits and challenges of AI can help reduce anxiety around its integration and use. When HR professionals understand the advantages and limitations of AI, they can develop a balanced perspective and in turn, foster collaboration and proactive planning, ensuring that AI is integrated responsibly and ethically.In this special multi-part series: HR in the Age of AI - Opportunities and Obstacles, recorded during the 2025 Philly SHRM Symposium, we got the perspectives from nationally and locally recognized speakers from different industries on the issue of AI and HR. We asked our guests on what...2025-06-0318 min
Two CentsWill AI Replace Your Job? Here's Who's Safe (and Who's Not)Thanks to our sponsor, Capital One Cafe! Redeem a complimentary handcrafted beverage at your local Capital One Cafe using this link ☕NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Limited quantities. Food and beverages provided by third party.Did you know that 12.6% of current US workers (19.2 million jobs) face high automation displacement risk? In this episode of the Two Cents Podcast, Hannah and James break down which jobs are most at risk (and safest) from AI replacement and automation. Watch to find out!Wa...2025-05-2024 minHR Fresh TakeEmpowering HR Professionals: Personal Growth and Leadership with HR Lift LabFor three seasons, HR Fresh Take has covered topics that affect our business community and how HR is able to meet those challenges. For this episode, we’d like to approach it from a different angle and take this opportunity to share the meaningful experiences of individuals who joined Philly SHRM’s HR Lift Lab in 2024. With a foundation of leadership self-awareness plus a balanced portfolio of effective HR practices, LIFT LAB elevates people to empower progress.In a nutshell, Lift Lab’s puts the focus on you, the HR professional and the person. In C...2025-03-181h 11HR Fresh Take"Care-washing"As companies strive to prioritize employee well-being, a concerning trend has emerged: “Care-washing” which is the practice of offering superficial or surface-level wellness programs that fail to address the root causes of employee stress and burnout. In this episode, we are in conversation with guests Nicole McNeal, Director of Wellbeing at Virtua Health and Anna Greenwald CEO/Founder of On the Goga as well as HR Fresh Take producers and co-hosts Kaela Blanks and Theresa VelykisWe’ll discuss what is “Care-washing” and how HR and business leaders can be more strategic and intentional with their welln...2025-01-2351 min
The Launch ButtonDiscovering Your Life’s Purpose, HR to EntrepreneurEpisode SummaryIn this inspiring episode, Karla shares her incredible journey of releasing 85 pounds over three years and the mindset shift that transformed her life. As a first-generation New Yorker raised by hardworking parents, Karla inherited a relentless work ethic and a passion for helping others achieve economic empowerment. She recounts her diverse career journey, from HR and government facilities management to real estate and entrepreneurship, and highlights how she’s now leveraging her experience to empower others through career coaching and wealth-building strategies.Karla emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, intentionality, and surrounding yourself with su...2024-12-2427 minHR Fresh TakeOvercoming Workplace SilosSilos in the workplace can create divisions that hinder communication, collaboration, and innovation. They often lead to duplicated efforts, missed opportunities, and a lack of cohesion. But what causes these silos to form, and how can we break them down?In this episode of HR Fresh Take, we’ll talk with Pat Schaeffer, co-founder of Talent Strategy Partners and Barbara Taylor, Business partner of JanBara & Associates. They are the co-creators of Silo-Busting Networking. We’ll delve into the impact of organizational silos and share strategies to foster a more connected and collaborative environment....2024-12-1035 minHR Fresh TakeEngaging Gen Z: Transforming the Modern WorkforceBorn between the mid 1990s and early 2010s, Gen Z is not just another demographic, they are a driving force behind many of the changes we're seeing in today's job market. The challenge for some organizations is figuring out how to engage with Gen Z effectively and how best to utilize their skills within the workforce. In this episode, we'll talk with Michael Brenner, founder and CEO of Right Chord Leadership. We'll discuss Gen Zs characteristics, expectations and aspirations as they enter the workforce. We'll also discuss opportunities for organizations to tap into Gen Zs talent and wh...2024-11-1243 min
We're Only HumanEmpowering Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia's Managers in Compensation TransparencyBuilding Trust in HR: Kathy White on Compensation and CommunicationIn this episode of 'We're Only Human', host Ben Eubanks talks with Kathy White, VP of HR for Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia, about the critical aspects of compensation and communication in the workforce. Kathy shares her experiences from the World at Work conference and her role in developing a transparent compensation strategy at her organization. The conversation covers the importance of making HR work tangible, the necessity of clear communication and building trust, and discusses methods for enabling managers to effectively handle compensation discussions. Kathy also highlights the...2024-10-2121 minHR Fresh TakeAn HR Halloween Re-VisitedHalloween is around the corner! So come with us as we revisit HR Fresh Take's most fun and popular episode: "An HR Halloween", where we share a few horror stories submitted by the HR community in the Philadelphia area. The names were changed to protect the innocent AND the guilty. We'll also discuss lessons from these cautionary tales. Enjoy!Business, Engagement, Human Resources, Management, Thought Leadership, Return to work, Inclusion, Hybrid work, AI, phillyshrm.org2024-10-1623 minHR Fresh TakeDEI at a Crossroads: Navigating Challenges and Shifts in 2024 and BeyondRecently, DEI initiatives have faced significant challenges in boardrooms, state legislatures, and college campuses. Since 2023, 81 anti-DEI bills targeting college programs have been introduced in 28 states and in Congress, with eight signed into law in states like Texas and Florida.Despite these challenges, a 2023 survey by the Pew Research Center found that 52% of employed U.S. adults participate in DEI trainings or meetings at work, and 33% have a designated staff member promoting DEI. However, the landscape is shifting, with some companies slashing DEI teams and prominent corporate leaders like Bill Ackman and Elon Musk publicly criticizing diversity programs.2024-09-1743 min
Black Woman LeadingS6E2: Leaning into Community with BWL AlumsIn this episode, Laura hosts an alumni panel of Black Woman Leading alums (Shaneka Stanley, Lekeshia Hicks, and Jada Hamm) to discuss the importance of community care in professional development. They share their experiences as Black women leaders and the role of community in their journeys, the importance of “mirrors” and support systems, and the challenges and triumphs of setting and maintaining boundaries. They emphasize the importance of showing up authentically, taking up space, and making meaningful connections. They also highlight the power of being a connector and the impact it can have on others. 2024-09-051h 00
Follow Our Lead with Alaina KearneyWorkplace Culture and Employment Law with Christina Reger, Esq.In today's episode of “Follow Our Lead with Alaina Kearney,” we’re joined by Christina (Tina) Reger, Esq., an employment law attorney and co-owner of LOUTEL. Co-founded by Robyn Pollack, Esq., LOUTEL offers employment law counseling and compliance services, workplace culture, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) performance solutions. Tina discusses her career journey, the founding of LOUTEL, and how integrating legal compliance with workplace culture and DEI initiatives can transform businesses. She provides insights on how leaders can create a winning culture and avoid legal pitfalls.Tina's commitment to listening to employees and taking meaning...2024-07-1741 minHR Fresh TakeThe Business Case for Supporting Care Givers in the WorkplaceWith the prevailing mentality that workers should “leave life at the door”, it’s no wonder that the struggle to balance the demands of family and career has only gotten more difficult. This is especially true for employees who care for others such as children, elderly parents, and family members at home who are sick or have disabilities. According to the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), Caregivers are the fastest-growing workplace identity group, making up 73% of the workforce. Employer support of this population will be crucial to remain competitive in attracting, engaging and retaining top talent. In this...2024-06-2035 minHR Fresh TakeSpecial Episode - Politics and HRPolitical factors can have a significant impact on how HR manages an organization’s culture, talent, and other areas. Politically motivated trends either brought upon by the C-Suite or employees can leave HR in a precarious position to manage expectations of organizational change in relation to these movements. In this episode, recorded during the 2024 Philadelphia SHRM Symposium, our podcast hosts got the perspective from 12 of our nationally and locally recognized speakers on the issue of HR and Politics. We asked our guests what HR professionals need to be prepared for the external political influences and mo...2024-04-301h 38