In this follow-up to our Private Equity 101 episode, we’re joined by Sarah Purlee, Head of HR at S&S Truck Parts, to explore what it’s really like to lead HR inside a PE-backed company. We dig into how HR creates value in private equity, what makes the environment unique, and what HR pros should know if they’re working in — or curious about — the PE space.

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AI is moving fast and we can’t afford to sit on the sidelines, especially in HR. In this episode, we’re joined by Malvika Jethmalani, founder of Women Shaping AI, for a real talk on the ethical use of AI, how HR can be front & center of the integration of AI into the workplace, and what it means for jobs, skills, and the human side of work. We also discuss the urgency of ensuring women don't continue to be left behind in the AI revolution.

Atvis Group (Malvika's Human Capital Consulting firm)

Women Shaping AI

Book recommendation: Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men

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HR can be a lonely job — but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, we’re joined by Tim Schumm and Amy Dordek Dolinsky, co-founders of The People Collective (TPC), a growing community for senior HR professionals. We talk about the importance of connection in the HR world, what it takes to build and sustain a meaningful community, and how spaces like TPC are helping leaders learn, grow, and support one another. Whether you're looking to join a community or build one yourself, this episode is full of insights and inspiration.

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Private equity... it’s a phrase we hear a lot these days, but what does it really mean? Gina & Turiya are joined by Gregg Kaplan, CEO of Dentologie and founder/former CEO of Redbox to break it down. Listen as we define private equity and discuss key differences & similarities between private equity and other types of companies in areas like business strategy & goals, measures of success, and leadership attributes.

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Organizations are facing increasing risks of workplace violence, information security threats, and other factors that can destabilize their business as well as create safety concerns for employees. In this episode Gina & Turiya rejoined by security expert, Ken Wheatley, Founder & Principal Advisors of Royal Security Group, LLC, to discuss the steps companies can take to de-risk their business.

Listen in as they discuss recent trends and the risks they create for organizations, the role of leaders and HR professionals in proactively identifying risks and preparing their organizations to respond, and where companies can start to take the first steps in de-risking their business.

Contact Ken - Royal Security Group Website

Book referenced in episode - The Gift of Fear by Gavin De Becker

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How alike or different is the workplace across the globe? How do these similarities or differences influence HR strategies and practices? We're joined by two amazing global HR executives, Amrita Bhaumik and Martha Nelson Trott, to discuss all things global HR. Listen as we discuss the strategic, cultural, and operational considerations HR pros and leaders must consider to achive and sustain global success for people and the business.

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There's been a noticeable uptick in HR professionals transtioning to the world of fractional. Why is this the case? What is fractional and what are the pros & cons? When is fractional HR the best or worst fit for a company? Answers to these questions and more are discussed with special guest, Elles Skony, founder of Organized Chaos Consulting and the Fractional People People.

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Organized Chaos Consulting

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In the first episode of 2025, Gina & Turiya dig into the world of Design Thinking. They are joined by two pioneers of Design Thinking in the HR space, Nicole Dessain, founder of talent.imperative and author of the Design Thinking for HR newsletter, and Nancy Harris of Restart Consulting and the Intersection podcast. Listen as they breakdown what design thinking is and ways it can be used in HR to make life easier and enhance the employee experience.

Design Thinking for HR LinkedIn Newsletter

HR.Hackathon Alliance

talent.imperative inc

Book: Designing Your Life

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