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People and Strategy

SHRM
Human Resources
Leadership
Mental Health
Employee Well-Being
Employee Engagement
Workplace Culture
Artificial Intelligence
Diversity and Inclusion
Leadership Development
Employee Retention
2025 CHRO Benchmarking Data Brief
Amazon Web Services
Work-Life Integration
Workforce Development
Atlanta Braves
Organizational Culture
Resilience
AI In HR
Wage Inflation
Gratitude Practices

People and Strategy is a podcast from the SHRM Executive Network delivering in-depth conversations with HR executives and people leaders to advance the field of human resources by providing engagement and thought leadership to senior executives. Learn more about the SHRM Executive Network at www.shrm.org/executive.

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In this episode of People + Strategy, we sit down with Kris Bahner, senior advisor for Mars Snacking and former chief global corporate affairs officer at Kellanova, to explore the state of employee retention in 2026. Drawing on a 35-year career with ... more

In this episode of People + Strategy, we sit down with Shawnee Delaney, founder and CEO of Vaillance Group and a decorated former clandestine operations officer with the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). Delaney shares why HR leaders are the most un... more

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In this episode of People + Strategy, we sit down with Jamie Durling, regional Chief People Officer for luxury goods organizations such as Dolce & Gabbana and Moncler. Durling challenges the idea that HR is still earning its seat at the table. Instea... more

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This special episode of the People + Strategy podcast features host Carolynn Johnson, president of SHRM CEO Action, in conversation with Annette Tyman, partner at Seyfarth Shaw and chair of the firm’s People Analytics practice group. Together, they u... more

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Shawnee Delaney
Founder and CEO of Vaillance Group; former Defense Intelligence Agency clandestine operations officer
Vaillance Group
Episode: A Former Spy Shares HR's Critical Role in Workplace Security
Jamie Durling
Regional Chief People Officer in luxury goods (Dolce & Gabbana, Moncler); SHRM Advisory Council member
Dolce & Gabbana; Moncler; SHRM Advisory Council
Episode: Tailoring HR Strategy: A CPO's Role in Fashioning C-Suite Success
Annette Tyman
Partner at Seyfarth Shaw and chair of Seyfarth's People Analytics Practice Group
Seyfarth Shaw
Episode: The New Reality: Legally Compliant I&D for HR
Dan Wolf
CEO of the Dewar Sloan Management Consulting Firm and new editor of the Director's Roundtable in SHRM's People and Strategy Journal
Dewar Sloan Management Consulting Firm
Episode: Navigating Uncertainty in the Boardroom
Dawn Fay
Operational President at Robert Half
Robert Half
Episode: The State of HR Compensation in 2026
Dr. Tracy Brower
Sociologist, author of Critical Connections, VP of Workplace Insights at Steelcase
Steelcase
Episode: The Connection Crisis at Work
Jessica Kriegel
Chief Strategy Officer at Culture Partners; author of Surrender to Lead
Culture Partners
Episode: Escaping the Action Trap: A New Model for Leadership Results
Dave Ulrich
Renesas-Linkert Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan; partner at the RBL Group
RBL Group; University of Michigan
Episode: How HR Delivers Stakeholder Value
Sabrina Minor
VP and Chief People Officer for George Washington University
George Washington University
Episode: Managing HR on Campus: Data, Culture, and Courage at the Executive Table

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Mo Fatalbab
Host of People and Strategy

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Insightful guests and takeaways

    This podcast does a great job bringing on insightful guests and getting to the key takeaways and action items quickly… while still being conversational and enjoyable! A difficult task but one clearly designed with listeners in mind.

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Guests bring practical HR leadership insights that are easy to apply.
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Thoughtful guests and actionable takeaways shine through every episode.
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A Former Spy Shares HR's Critical Role in Workplace Security
Q: So for our HR audience listening today, what two things would you advise them to do to protect their workplace?
First, establish a clear baseline of what normal looks like for every role, including access patterns and behavior, so deviations can be detected and investigated. Second, close the gap between HR and security across the employee lifecycle, involving security early in onboarding and ensuring confidential reporting is easy and trusted.
The Connection Crisis at Work
Q: How can HR leaders measure connection?
HR can look at outcomes like performance, retention, and engagement, not just surveys, to gauge whether stronger connections are translating into tangible business results.
The Connection Crisis at Work
Q: What has led to the connection decline?
A combination of social media usage, hybrid work patterns, and a general shift toward technology over in-person interaction is driving the decline in workplace connections.
How HR Delivers Stakeholder Value
Q: What is the four-pivot framework for HR to increase stakeholder value?
Think in terms of integrated capability: talent, organization, leadership, and the HR system, all aligned to deliver measurable business outcomes and stakeholder value.
How HR Delivers Stakeholder Value
Q: How should HR reconcile external market pressures with employee experience?
Prioritize mental health, engagement, and customer impact, and push HR to be part of strategy from the start, integrating human capability with business needs.

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A leadership-focused HR and people-operations show that centers on turning people strategy into business value. Episodes frequently explore HR leadership, workforce analytics, workplace culture, and the evolving role of HR in strategy, governance, and innovation. Notable threads include tying HR metrics to business outcomes, legal and compliance angles on inclusion, and practical, scalable approaches to onboarding, compensation, and workforce planning. The format often features practitioners and senior leaders sharing data-driven frameworks, real-world anecdotes, and actionable guidance for CHROs, HR leaders, and people professionals. A standout aspect is the strong emphasis on integrating HR with finance, IT, and governance to drive measur... more

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