Shows
TomorrowistCaregiving at Work: Who Gets Flexibility — and Who Doesn’t?Caregiving takes many forms — childcare, eldercare, spousal support — but not all are equally acknowledged in the workplace. On this episode of Tomorrowist, host Jerry Won sits down with Tamla Oates-Forney, CEO of SHRM Linkage, to examine the disproportionate burden of caregiving and its impact on careers, especially for women. Drawing from her own experiences as both a CEO and caregiver, Oates-Forney discusses actionable strategies for leaders to foster a culture of accountability, flexibility, and support that empowers all types of caregivers in the workforce.In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why caregiving bias persists in workpl...
2025-05-3035 min
Better Understanding with Susan MacKenty BradyS3, Ep. 8 From Purpose to Power:What does it really take to lead with impact in a world full of change?In this episode, Tamla Oates-Forney—change-maker, people-centered executive, and advocate for inclusive leadership—joins Susan MacKenty Brady for a candid conversation about leading from your Best Self, even in uncertain times.Tamla shares how a personal health scare transformed her outlook, deepening her commitment to joy, purpose, and people. She opens up about how leaders can rediscover themselves, show up more authentically, and build workplaces rooted in empathy, trust, and belonging.
2025-05-2324 min
Honest HRSupporting Women’s Mental Health for an Inclusive WorkplaceAn inclusive workplace is one that works for all, and one of its key building blocks is women’s mental health. Marjorie Morrison, SHRM’s executive in residence for mental health, is joined by Tamla Oates-Forney, CEO of SHRM Linkage, to dive into strategies for HR professionals to support women’s mental health as part of creating an inclusive workplace culture. Episode TranscriptThis podcast is approved for .5 PDCs toward SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP recertification. Listen to the complete episode to get your activity ID at the end. ID expires June 1, 2026.Subscribe to HR Daily t...
2025-04-2931 min
Issues Today RadioIssues Today 25-14(#25-14-Mar. 31-Apr. 6) Ronald Gruner discuses his book "Covid Wars." Dionne Koller comments on the challenges of youth sports plus Tamla Oates-Forney on career advancement.
2025-03-3128 min
The Las Vegas Public Affairs ShowThe Las Vegas Public Affairs Show March 22, 2025The Las Vegas Public Affairs Show, hosted by Heather Vale, highlights charity events, non-profit initiatives, and social issues around Southern Nevada.
This week's topics:
Southern Hills Hospital Easter Bunny Event with Cassandra Jones, Director of Media Relations for the Far West Division of The Sunrise Health System;
April Events with Grace Njoroge, Education Director at the Las Vegas Natural History Museum;
Women’s History Month with Tamla Oates-Forney, CEO of SHRM Linkage;
Myeloma Awareness Month and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society with myeloma survivor Alice Little Caldwell;
Life Opti...
2025-03-2256 min
WPTF Morning NewsTamla Oates-Forney, CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management Linkage company March is Women’s History Month, and while massive strides have been made for women in the workplace, discrepancies persist. 47% of the U.S. workforce is comprised of women. However, according to a 2024 Equal Pay Day report from SHRM, 74% of HR professionals agree women face discrimination in the labor market. With Chris Edwards to discuss this further is Tamla Oates-Forney, CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management Linkage company.
2025-03-1904 min
SHRM All Things WorkGender Disparity, Workforce Integration, and DEI Executive OrdersTamla Oates-Forney, the CEO of Linkage, a SHRM company, joins All Things Work to share a concerning statistic: Women now make up nearly half of the workforce and are the most educated group in the labor market—yet they’re not matriculating into leadership at the same rate as men. With new executive orders reshaping workplace policies, tune in for critical takeaways for how businesses can take a “same but different” approach to designing viable, holistic, talent optimization programs that address these disparities—and how to leverage tools like SHRM’s new BEAM framework to ensure inclusivity and compliance.In an...
2025-02-0719 min
Rebels With A HeartNavigating Tough Conversations with Radical Candor (July 17, 2024)In this episode, join us to talk about about navigating challenging conversations with radical candor and respect. Hear our panelists' stories about building trust through real talk, tackling bias, and balancing work with life for true happiness. Get inspired by their journeys of overcoming obstacles, staying authentic, and leading with empathy. This chat is packed with insights to help you create a more inclusive and heartfelt workplace!Panelists:Tamla Oates-Forney, CEO of Linkage, a SHRM CompanyKim Scott, Author of Radical Respect and Radical CandorDean Carter, CXO, Modern Exec Solutions...
2024-08-221h 00
The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership PodcastNavigating crises with integrity: Insights from Waste Management’s chief people officerIn this podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Rose Gailey speaks with Tamla Oates-Forney, senior vice president and chief people officer for Waste Management, a comprehensive North American waste and environmental services company. Oates-Forney shares her experiences and insights gained from leading her workforce through the COVID-19 crisis: the importance of putting people first, maintaining a sense of calm, and openness and transparency while working on a sustainable tomorrow. She also stresses the necessity of diversity and inclusion as a systemic approach, rather than simply an initiative, for a winning company strategy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-09-0123 min