Episodes

In this conversation, Adam Posner interviews Stephanie Manzelli, the SVP of People, Talent, DEI at employ, discussing the intersection of HR and technology. They explore the challenges of balancing technology with the human aspect of HR, the importance of effective communication in recruitment proc…

In this episode of #thePOZcast, Adam Posner interviews Angela Hood, CEO and founder of ThisWay Global, a company focused on using AI to mitigate bias in recruitment. Angela shares her entrepreneurial journey, her challenges as a woman in construction and tech, and the importance of accelerators for…

Ben Mones is the founder and CEO of Fama, a modern candidate screening solution that makes hiring great people easy. Fama leverages online signals to identify candidate fit, helping organizations answer big questions like how a candidate might act around coworkers or customers when they join. He fo…

John Federman currently serves as the CEO of HireRoad, driving strategic initiatives and fostering growth with his extensive executive leadership experience. Prior to HireRoad, he held notable positions, including Chief Corporate Development Officer at Salsify and CEO of JRNI, where he played a piv…

Shane Noe is based in San Francisco and is Vice President of People Operations at ClickUp. He began his career in finance by working at companies like Apple, Google, and Box. He made the mid-career transition to HR out of a desire to bring world-class data and analytics to a function that is unders…

My guest on E376 of #thePOZCAST is Mandy Rassi! Mandy joined Michaels in April 2022. As Senior Vice President and CMO, Mandy leads the marketing, loyalty, and customer organization and develops strategy, planning, and execution for Michaels’ 1,300 stores. This includes seamless management of their …

Maha Abouelenein is a personal branding expert, CEO and founder of the global communications consulting firm Digital and Savvy, and author of the forthcoming book, *7 Rules of Self-Reliance* (October 2024). With over three decades of experience, Maha has crafted communication strategies for global …

My guest on #thePOZCAST is Zach Roseman. Zach founded Draftboard almost two years ago to solve a problem: Companies routinely offer referral bonuses for new hires, but they limit those bonuses to their own employees. Why? Enter Draftboard, a platform where companies make those bonuses public and c…

Dandan Zhu leveraged her career as a top-billing headhunter and her #7777rule to build technical and executive search direct hire practices, which she parlayed into real estate investing. At age 28, she achieved FIRE (financial independence, retirement early). She is a big believer in what she call…

Sean Behr, the CEO of Fountain, the company transforming the hiring process for hourly workers. Sean and the team have helped over 80M applicants in 75 countries at places like Stitch Fix, Sweetgreen, and goPuff. Fountain has raised $225M to date, most recently through a $100M Series C last June. …

Our guest on E373 of #thePOZCAST is Amit Matani, CEO of Wellfound (formerly Anglelist Talent). He has spent the last decade working on what fuels him: helping startups and job seekers connect. Before taking leadership, he spent his career in startups, working with, building, and founding companies …

FIRST AIRED: 6/23/23 My guest on E272 of #thePOZcast is Jesse Cole, The Man In The Yellow Tux himself! Jesse is the founder and owner of Fans First Entertainment, home to the Savannah Bananas as well as The Party Animals baseball teams. Jesse created Banana Ball, which is a twist on classic baseba…

Jarrod Lopiccolo, co-founder and CEO of Noble Studios, shares his journey from architecture to digital marketing. He emphasizes anticipating clients' needs and owning their problems to build long-lasting relationships. Lopiccolo also discusses the need for agencies to be trusted consultants rather …

With over a decade of experience working with leaders and companies ranging from startups to those with over a billion dollar valuation in various industries, including tech, real estate, and industrial cleaning, Jacob has seen what creates success. He has been mentored by and been a mentor to ma…

Gali Arnon is Fiverr's Chief Business Officer and marketplace, the #1 freelancing marketplace with over $360M in annual revenue and over 4M active buyers. She manages the multimillion-dollar company’s business strategy, product development, and implementation. Before her CBO role, Gali served as …

Michael Browning Jr. is the CEO and Founder of Unleashed Brands, which he launched in 2021 to fill a market gap for trusted kid's activities. Unleashed Brands includes popular franchises like Urban Air Adventure Park, Snapology, Premier Martial Arts, The Little Gym, Class 101, Sylvan Learning, and …

John Bernatovicz, a devoted husband, father, and accomplished entrepreneur, serves as the president of Willory, an HR staffing and HR tech consulting firm. With a diverse background as a published author, competitive amateur golfer, professional coach, podcast host, and keynote speaker, John is on …

Recorded LIVE @ SHRM National, Chicago 2024 at the Fountain Booth Mitch Mitchem has been called a beacon of human connectivity in an age increasingly defined by technology. With an innate understanding of human dynamics and a vision for the future, Mitch has always been on a trajectory towards HIV…

Recorded LIVE @ SHRM National, Chicago June 2024 @ the Fountain booth Michael Dickerson is the CEO and Founder of Dickerson Consulting Group LLC, a human resource consulting firm specializing in stress management, workplace mental health and employee wellbeing. He worked 13+ years as a mental heal…

Full Video: https://youtu.be/0-GstJg1hCM Recorded at SHRM National June 2024 at the Fountain booth: Lisa Russell passionately tackles real-world problems with innovative and impactful solutions. After several years in the financial services industry, she gained extensive entrepreneurial experienc…

Charisse Pache is the Co-Founder of Dapper Boi, Inc. Within five years of starting her online gender-neutral clothing brand, it is now a seven-figure company on a mission to revolutionize the gender-neutral fashion movement. Charisse loves all things fashion and knows how important clothing can be …

Full Video: https://youtu.be/HeEFcpAoIo4 Recorded LIVE @ SHRM National, Chicago 2024 at the Fountain booth: As Bonusly's Chief Customer Officer, Debra Squyres combines her passion for an exceptional customer experience with her drive to empower companies to connect, motivate, and engage their emp…

Recorded at the Fountain Booth at SHRM National Chicago: June 2024 Heather Bussing is a California employment attorney with over 30 years’ experience providing sensible and strategic advice to employers. Her deep experience with business, humans, technology, and work gives her a unique perspective…

Video: https://youtu.be/5VPwqCiLHc8 Recorded LIVE @ SHRM National at the Fountain booth: June 2024 With nearly 20 years of experience, Rachel Druckenmiller is a keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, singer-songwriter, and leadership trainer on a mission to unleash purpose, passion, and potential in peop…