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HR Leaders

Chris Rainey
Employee Engagement
Artificial Intelligence
Human Resources
Leadership
Leadership Development
Mental Health
Employee Experience
People Analytics
Talent Acquisition
Workplace Culture
Generative AI
HR Technology
AI In HR
Change Management
Company Culture
Culture
Employee Well-Being
Psychological Safety
Diversity and Inclusion
Recruitment

Join host Chris Rainey on the HR Leaders Podcast, where he sits down with top Chief People Officers, CHROs, and leading HR experts to uncover the strategies, trends, and insights shaping the future of human resources. Each episode dives into best practices in people management, leadership challenges, and transformative HR innovations that impact both business success and society at large. Whether ... more

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Latest Episodes

We spend all our time fixing business workflows, so why is HRs own workflow still broken?

In the most recent HR Leaders Podcast episode, I had an inspiring conversation with Jeffrey Schmitz, Former Chief People Officer at Zebra Technologies.

He exp... more

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HR fixes everyone else's workflows, but who fixes HR's?

In the most recent HR Leaders Podcast episode, I had an inspiring conversation with Barbara Matthews, Chief People Officer at Remote.

She explains how her team successfully operates across 85 ... more

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Many HR teams struggle to move beyond transactional order-taking. Ty Beasley, Chief Talent Officer at RSM US LLP, shares how grounding HR in financial realities transformed his team into trusted strategic advisors.

Through the Drive Peak Performanc... more

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Employee benefits can be the second-biggest people cost, yet many global organisations cannot clearly see what they offer, what they spend, or what value each provider delivers.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, I had an inspiring conversat... more

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Recent Guests

Ty Beasley
Chief Talent/HR Leader at RSM
RSM US
Episode: Why Traditional Performance Reviews Fail (And What to Do Instead)
Chris Bruce
CEO of Origin Benefits, founder of the prior Ben Admin company
Origin Benefits
Episode: Why Benefits Remain One of HR’s Biggest Data Blind Spots
Jacob Morgan
Author and HR thinker discussing employee experience and AI
Future Organization / The Eight Laws of Employee Experience
Episode: How to Stay Ahead in the AI Era
Mechelle Monroe
Chief People Client Officer for WPP Open X
WPP Open X
Episode: How to Lead Under Pressure Without Losing Yourself
Ciara Harrington
Executive from Skillsoft
Skillsoft
Episode: How to Build a Skills Strategy That Survives the AI Era
Dr. Kalifa
Senior Director of Technology and Human Analytics (guest)
Undisclosed at time of recording
Episode: How to Make AI Actually Useful in HR
Peter Andrew Danzig
Trauma therapist, clinician, and researcher focusing on psychological safety
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Episode: Why Your Culture Doesn’t Feel Safe Yet (and what leaders get wrong)
Frederic Patitucci
Head of PNC for Philip Morris International
Philip Morris International
Episode: Why Continuous Learning Is the Only Way to Stay Relevant in 2026
Kristen Pressner
Global Human Resources Executive at a large multinational company
Episode: How to Create a Neurodiversity-Friendly Workplace

Host

Chris Rainey
Host of HR Leaders

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 225 ratings
  • Loved that ep with Scott!

    Hi Chris, that conversation with Scott was gold. The stat you mentioned was alarming - that only 50% of managers feel confident to have a ‘wellbeing’ conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mav Dallarte
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Amazing podcast on HR!

    If you’re in workplace management, this podcast is a no brainer and a must listen! Chris and his guests provide practical and valuable advice and cover so many topics from inclusivity to workplace communication to vulnerability in leadership. Chris is consistently thought provoking and insightful. Don’t think about it - subscribe now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brooke Strauss
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent!

    Informative and easy to listen to conversations with diverse guests which are so engaging for anyone working in and with teams.

    Let’s hope that so many of the forward-thinking ideas are implemented by as many companies as possible - as soon as possible.

    Thank you and up the great work, Chris!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavidJJo
    Spain2 years ago
  • Do not miss this if you are a HR pro!

    I love the way Chris conducts his interviews- they feel like conversations between friends, that just so happen to be about workplace topics and issues that correlate directly to the work that I do. He’s so approachable to listen to and gives great, actionable takeaways for professionals at all levels. Don’t miss this one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rachelabauer
    United States3 years ago
  • Listen and lead!

    HR professionals - meet your new favorite podcast! Chris has created an incredible resource for you with HR Leaders. Hear from industry experts as they discuss challenges, present solutions, and share their insights into what’s next in HR.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arlie K
    United States4 years ago

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Guests deliver deep, real-world insights that are relevant to leaders managing culture and AI initiatives.
Audience notes the discussions are timely and broad, covering global perspectives in HR.
Some episodes are seen as too host-centric by a minority of listeners.
The host offers engaging, conversational interviews and thoughtful questions.
Listeners praise practical, actionable advice from diverse HR experts.
The show is consistently valuable for HR pros seeking strategic guidance and leadership lessons.

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Why Traditional Performance Reviews Fail (And What to Do Instead)
Q: What was your view on talent and HR perception coming in versus what you know now?
HR needed to shift from being transaction-focused to becoming strategic advisors who understand the business, its money flows, and the partners they support; this required experiential learning with the client and a deeper business literacy.
Why Benefits Remain One of HR’s Biggest Data Blind Spots
Q: How quickly do clients typically see value after starting implementation?
Clients often see value within days of starting, with ongoing improvements as data is ingested and workflows are activated, meaning staged but accelerating benefits across multiple countries and plans.
Why Benefits Remain One of HR’s Biggest Data Blind Spots
Q: What does ROI look like when adopting this benefits platform, beyond cost savings?
ROI includes faster access to accurate benefits data, reduced manual work, improved employee experience, and life-changing outcomes for employees, which translates into higher retention and engagement; tangible savings also come from removing duplications and optimizing broker relationships.
Why Benefits Remain One of HR’s Biggest Data Blind Spots
Q: Where should HR Benefits Leaders start when approaching this kind of AI-driven benefits transformation?
Start with a rapid data intake and a clear data structure, then prioritize co-creation with a few key multinational clients to validate problems and shape features that deliver day-one value, focusing on adoption and the employee experience.
How to Stay Ahead in the AI Era
Q: What would you say is the most important element from the book for CHROs to apply now?
The central takeaway is to design the employee experience proactively rather than reactively, focusing on a balance of competence, merit, and empathy while being clear about how AI will shape roles and opportunities within the organization.

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Frequently Asked Questions About HR Leaders

What is HR Leaders about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the focus centers on practical HR leadership in the era of AI, data-driven people strategy, and culture under pressure from rapid change. Guests share experiences implementing AI-enabled coaching, recognition programs, frontline workforce engagement, and leadership development at scale, with attention to psychological safety, trust, and measurable business impact. Noteworthy angles include turning recognition data into leadership signals, balancing tech with human-centric work design, and managing culture during rapid growth across global organizations. This show often features CHRO-level perspectives from global brands, offering actionable frameworks for transforming talent, culture, and reward systems while keeping... more

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Recent guests on HR Leaders include:

1. Ty Beasley
2. Chris Bruce
3. Jacob Morgan
4. Mechelle Monroe
5. Ciara Harrington
6. Dr. Kalifa
7. Peter Andrew Danzig
8. Frederic Patitucci

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