Bite Size HR - The Chicago SHRM Podcast

Episode 8: John Rood

AI and HR: Navigating Risks and Seizing Opportunities

Summary: In this episode, join guest John Rood, the Founder of Proceptual, as he delves into the fascinating realm of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications for Human Resources (HR). As an expert in the field, John explores the reasons behind the recent surge in companies' interest in AI, the concerns people have about its adoption, and the steps HR teams can take today to embrace this transformative technology. He also highlights the risks and opportunities associated with AI in the HR space and provides insights into Proceptual's role in this dynamic landscape.

Episode Highlights include answers to questions and topics like why are people becoming highly interested in this topic now even though AI has been around for many years? The episode explores the potential risks associated with AI adoption in HR, such as privacy concerns, bias in decision-making algorithms, and job displacement fears. He also highlights the opportunities AI presents, including enhanced efficiency, data-driven insights, and the ability to focus on strategic HR initiatives. Finally, For HR teams looking to leverage AI, John offers actionable steps they can take right away.

 

Guest:

• John Rood

Hosts:

• Frank Laterza
• Hanna Durocher, MBA

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Episode 7: Robyn Clark

The Importance of Career Development and HR's Involvement

Robyn Clark, Founder and CEO of WinningWise, Inc. joins this episode of Bite Size HR. Robyn's ultimate goal is to inspire growth and development in leaders and in organizations to ultimately create greater performance, engagement and leadership. Robyn’s energy, positivity and enthusiasm permeate everything she does. She believes that without change, people and organizations can’t grow. Creating change and making it stick is what drives her.

In this episode, Robyn talks about all things career development, specifically what it is and why it matters more than ever today. You'll also learn about ways employees can initiate these discussions and opportunities but also what the business should be providing? Lastly, if you are thinking of providing more career development opportunities for your employees in your organization, we chat about how to get started.

 

Guest:

• Robyn Clark

Hosts:

• Frank Laterza
• Hanna Durocher, MBA

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Episode 6: O’Brien McMahon

Hierarchy of Employee Needs

What do employees want? That question is haunting executive teams across industries as they weigh decisions between onsite or remote work, face rising salary pressure, and scramble amidst record turnover. The approach pre-pandemic was to throw more and more at employees. But now, employees are burned out. They want things simple, easy, and applicable. What is an employer to do?

 

Guest:

• O'Brien McMahon

Hosts:

• Frank Laterza
• Hanna Durocher, MBA

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Episode 5: David J.P. (D. Fish) Fisher

Networking on LinkedIn in The 21st Century

David Fisher (D. Fish) joins us on this episode to share insights from his book Networking on LinkedIn in the 21st Century.

 

We take a deep dive into why it is important, whether you are in HR or not, to have a presence on LinkedIn and how to overcome the initial challenge of just getting started. 

 

Guest:

• David Fisher

Hosts:

• Frank Laterza
• Hanna Durocher, MBA

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Episode 4: Lauren Rice

The four trends shaping employee experience in 2023.

In this episode Lauren Rice, Ph.D. joins us to share the four trends organizations should focus on that are shaping employee experiences in 2023.

Guest:

• Lauren Rice, Ph.D.

Hosts:

• Frank Laterza
• Hanna Durocher, MBA

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Episode 3: Tracie Sponenberg

We're joined by Tracie Sponenberg to discuss several ways to transform transactional HR to strategic HR.

Tracie Sponenberg is Chief People Officer of The Granite Group, based in Concord, NH.  Tracie is responsible for leading all People functions throughout the company, with 53 locations and growing, and over 700 team members throughout six states. 

While Tracie used to describe herself as “working in HR,” she now describes herself as a “Business leader specializing in People” – a change that came after her transformation from paper-first to people-first leader, and after embracing the importance of learning about the business, technology, the critical nature of relationships, the importance of a growth mindset, speaking up, and learning to always put people before profits. 

Guest:

• Tracie Sponenberg
  https://www.linkedin.com/in/traciesponenberg/

Hosts:

• Frank Laterza - https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklaterza/
• Hanna Durocher, MBA - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannadurocher/

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Episode 2: Eric Mochnacz

Joining us today is Eric Mochnacz to discuss the benefits of hybrid work and driving positive company culture!

Eric is a Strategic Human Resources and Change management consultant with fifteen years of leadership experience in Higher Education, People Operations and Team Management. His areas of expertise include organizational analysis and design, management training, talent management, behavioral interviewing, recruiting, on boarding and employee relations.

Guest:

• Eric Mochnacz
  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericmochnacz/

Hosts:

• Frank Laterza - https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklaterza/
• Hanna Durocher, MBA - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannadurocher/

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Episode 1: 2023 Chicago SHRM President

We’re excited to introduce our first guest. We thought, who better than our new president of Chicago SHRM, Nicole Skaluba.

Nicole Skaluba is currently the Vice President of Talent and Culture of physIQ. In this role, Nicole leads the human resource function for the high-growth biotech company. Her responsibilities include talent acquisition, talent management, performance engagement, compensation and benefits, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), organizational development, and learning and development. Nicole has spent most of her career building and leading the human resource function in a diverse number of organizations including those in technology, digital marketing, e-commerce, education, and manufacturing. 

Nicole holds the SHRM-SCP and SPHR certifications and a master's degree in Human Resource Management and Development. She has been recognized by Crain's with their Notable Executives in HR and DEI award, has taught HR certification courses and serves as a frequent speaker on various topics. She is the president for Chicago SHRM after being an active volunteer and board member for over ten years. She is also currently the president of the Bryan Middle School PTA. Her free time is spent driving her busy teenagers to various activities as well as reading, running, and writing. 

Guest:

• Nicole Skaluba, SHPR, SHRM-SCP
  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoleskaluba/

Hosts:

• Frank Laterza - https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklaterza/
• Hanna Durocher, MBA - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannadurocher/

Thank you for listening, and if you enjoy this podcast please consider leaving a review as it helps us reach more listeners.