In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Joe C. Lopez about how to take an idea to market while developing a team-building culture. Joe Lopez ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlopeziii/), a global business strategist, is a passionate innovator, entrepreneur, and lifelong learner. His zeal for ideas, sharing new viewpoints and strategies, and team building are genuinely inspiring. His enthusiasm to innovate and learn has been a driving force in his successful career. Check out al...
Jul 08, 2024•28 min•Ep. 193
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Bob Borcherdt about accessing the unused human capacity in your organization. BOB BORCHERDT (pronounced like Orchard with a B; https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-borcherdt-70b38810/ ) is a visionary through and through. He has been a leader, strategist, and business owner for over 35 years. His deep passion for people and leadership is what led him in 2011 to start IN2GREAT, a leadership consulting company. Bob founded IN2GREAT with the i...
Jul 04, 2024•33 min•Ep. 189
In this podcast episode, Dr. Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Trina Celeste Limpert about orchestrating life-work harmony. Trina Celeste Limpert, a seasoned author, speaker, and tech industry veteran with a thirty-year career at eBay and Oracle, is the founder of RizeNext Corp and co-founder of Tech-Moms.org . Her initiatives have cultivated a vibrant community of over 500 alumni, fostering diversity in technology and providing pathways for aspiring technologists. Trina and ...
Jul 03, 2024•30 min•Ep. 148
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Elissa Sangster about issues affecting women's abilities to seek, prepare for and attain business leadership positions. Elissa Sangster ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/fortefoundation/ ) serves as CEO of Forté and brings to the role extensive knowledge of issues affecting women's abilities to seek, prepare for and attain business leadership positions, drawn from her prior experience as Assistant Dean and Director of the MBA Program ...
Jul 02, 2024•29 min•Ep. 164
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Rich Funk about how human capital can differentiate a company in a virtual world. Rich Funk ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-funk-b0940014/ ) is Founder & CEO of The Better For You Company. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network !
Jun 28, 2024•27 min•Ep. 192
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Elaine Pulakos about how GenAI could help enable skills-based hiring. Elaine Pulakos , Ph.D. is CEO of PDRI by Pearson and an expert in building organizational and team capabilities that translate into business growth. She is well-known for her research on talent and performance management practices, and has extensive global experience helping companies build these capabilities to increase their competitive advantage. Check out all of ...
Jun 27, 2024•28 min•Ep. 184
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Bessi Graham about aligning your business strategy with your values. Bessi Graham ( www.linkedin.com/in/bessi-graham-48a31323 ) is an award-winning entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience working with business owners, governments, and large funding bodies to bring doing good and making money back together. Bessi works with established business leaders who want to build on their success and align their company with their values bu...
Jun 26, 2024•29 min•Ep. 145
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Brook Borup about building scalable businesses. When it comes to automation and delegation for small businesses, no one does it better than Brook Borup ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/brookborup ). Driven by the desire to see small business owners spend more time away from their business doing what they love, Brook has developed systems and methodologies to help countless business owners around the world do more of what they love. Whethe...
Jun 25, 2024•25 min•Ep. 159
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jenny Esposito about successful people and culture operations in the homebuilding industry. Jenny Esposito ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-esposito-93a04523/) is the Director of People and Culture at Trumark Homes. In her role, she leads the company’s human resources and corporate culture efforts including talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, compliance, and benefits as well as team building and staff develo...
Jun 21, 2024•30 min•Ep. 190
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Oleg Konovalov about his book, The Fisherman's Path to Leadership. Dr. Oleg Konovalov ( linkedin.com/in/dr-oleg-konovalov ) is a global thought leader, author, business educator, consultant, and C-suite coach. Konovalov has been named one of the top eight global experts in leadership and shortlisted for the Distinguished Award in Leadership by Thinkers50. He is on Global Gurus Top 30 in Leadership, is the #1 Global Leading Coach (Marsh...
Jun 20, 2024•25 min•Ep. 183
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jesan Sorrells about the role of leadership development in a world of artificial intelligence. Jesan Sorrells ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesansorrells/) is the CEO and Founder of HSCT Publishing, LLC. HSCT is remote-first, video-based, software publishing platform company located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. HSCT seeks to help organizations manage and reduce the impact of workplace conflict, encourage organizational innovatio...
Jun 19, 2024•24 min•Ep. 147
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tim Ringel about improving employee experience. A company builder at heart, Tim is a serial entrepreneur and start-up investor with a portfolio of over 50 companies mainly in the digital technology space in Europe, the US and Asia. His pre-IPO investment track record counts well know names like AirBnB (IPO), Animoca Brands, BlockDaemon, Cobi (sold), Contentful, Klarna, Knip (sold), Kreditech (sold), Mambu, Meet The People, Palantir (IP...
Jun 18, 2024•28 min•Ep. 171
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Andres Lares about negotiation and influencing for success! Andres Lares is the Managing Partner of Shapiro Negotiations Institute. As such, he is responsible for the day to day operations of SNI. He also continues to serve as a negotiation trainer and coach with an emphasis on sports and develop new initiatives such as interactive online training and virtual reality based negotiation simulations. Check out all of the podcasts in the H...
Jun 14, 2024•27 min•Ep. 176
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Pam Cohen, PhD about AI and measuring workforce sentiment from external sources and data sets, to find patterns that impact business and reputation. Pam Cohen ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelacohenzionts/ ), PhD is Chief Research and Product Officer, Aniline. Pam is a behavioral scientist with interests and expertise in creating opportunities for social impact in corporations. She has a proven track record of driving transformative ...
Jun 13, 2024•28 min•Ep. 186
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Lori Highby about how to be a networking superhero. Lori Highby ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorihighby/) is a podcast host, speaker, educator, and founder of Keystone Click, a strategic digital marketing agency. Using her vast multi-industry knowledge - gained from experience and education - she has the ability to see the potential of greatness within the already established good of a business. Through strategic actionable moves, she...
Jun 12, 2024•23 min•Ep. 137
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Brett Hoogeveen about building company culture from the bottom-up. Brett Hoogeveen ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-hoogeveen/ ) is the co-founder of BetterCulture, a product and technology company intently focused on making the world a better place to work. A former healthcare executive, retired engineer, and startup investor, Brett helps organizations build stronger leaders and engage every employee. Check out all of the podcasts ...
Jun 11, 2024•25 min•Ep. 170
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Jennifer Dulski about utilizing a personalized AI coach for team development. Jennifer Dulski has a wide range of executive experience including leadership roles at Facebook, Google and Yahoo!, and founder, CEO and president roles at early stage and scaling startups. She is currently CEO and founder of Rising Team, a team performance platform that helps companies increase engagement and scale leadership development by equipping manager...
Jun 07, 2024•24 min•Ep. 178
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Farzad Rashidi about the human capital challenges of launching two bootstrapped SaaS companies. Farzad Rashidi ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/farzadrashidi/ ) is the lead innovator at Respona, the link-building outreach platform that helps businesses increase their organic traffic from Google. He previously ran the marketing efforts at Visme, where he helped the company gain over 20 million active users and pass 3.5M monthly organic tra...
Jun 06, 2024•24 min•Ep. 167
In this podcast episode, Dr, Angela Schill and Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talk with Neelam Chand about navigating through barriers, internal critiques, and self-doubt that hinder authenticity. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network ! Check out the HCI Academy : Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work! Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter. Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader . Check out Dr...
Jun 05, 2024•33 min•Ep. 143
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with James Ricci about the future of sustainable, personal mobility and how tech is changing how we get around. James Ricci ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesricci/ ) is President of the Roy Foss Automotive Group and Founder of Landline eBikes. He has 15+ years of automotive industry experience and was named Automotive News Top 40 Under 40. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network ! Check out the HCI Academy : Courses, Mi...
Jun 04, 2024•24 min•Ep. 185
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Tracey Watts Cirino about how aligning your purpose with a compelling vision can lead to success. Tracey Watts Cirino ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceywattscirino/) is a 5-Time #1 international best-selling author, award-winning business owner, highly engaging empowering speaker, and podcast host of Beyond Common Business Secrets. Tracey is passionate about helping people become successful entrepreneurs and reach their highest poten...
May 30, 2024•25 min•Ep. 139
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Nuala Walsh about her book, TUNE IN: How To Make Smarter Decisions In A Noisy World. Nuala Walsh ( linkedin.com/in/nualagwalsh) , author of TUNE IN: How To Make Smarter Decisions In A Noisy World, is a Non-executive Director, behavioral scientist, and award-winning marketeer with three decades in investment management. Her roles included CMO of Standard Life Aberdeen, and senior positions at Blackrock, Merrill Lynch, and PA Consulting ...
May 29, 2024•25 min•Ep. 174
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Teri Beckman about reconciling the CEOs capacity dilemma. Teri Beckman ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/teribeckman/ ) and her experienced team at HIGOL help mission-driven leaders increase revenue and community impact by an average of 50% within twelve months of working together. Teri has worked in business and organizational development for over thirty years, including five years as an Executive Director. She understands leadership chal...
May 28, 2024•23 min•Ep. 140
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Michael Fortinberry about the role of technology in driving sustainability and positive social impact in the construction industry. Michael Fortinberry ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfortinberry/ ), the Co-Founder and COO of Protiv, is a trailblazing productivity program transforming project-based incentives. Based in NYC, Michael brings extensive business experience to his role. As the driving force behind Protiv, founded in Oct...
May 23, 2024•25 min•Ep. 138
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Helene Cahen about her book, Fire Up Innovation: Sparking and Sustaining Innovation Teams. Helene Cahen, MS, author of Fire Up Innovation: Sparking and Sustaining Innovation Teams ( www.fireupinnovation.com/book ), is an innovation strategist, trainer, facilitator, and speaker with over 20 years of experience helping companies navigate innovation challenges. She is the founder and principal consultant at Fire Up Innovation Consulting (...
May 22, 2024•27 min•Ep. 169
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Kara H. North about supporting other women in our professional sphere. Kara H. North is a native of Orem, Utah, and obtained a B.S. in Business Management from UVU in 2007. She then graduated from the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah in 2010 with her Juris Doctorate. She began her legal career with a large insurance defense firm in Las Vegas, Nevada. After returning to Utah, Kara began practicing law in Utah County...
May 21, 2024•32 min•Ep. 136
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Carrie Graham about three ways to improve your adult learning. Carrie Graham, PhD cares about your employees and clients. She's an adult learning strategist and training consultant who helps businesses improve learner engagement, information retention, and skills application. Dr. Graham turns adult learning and workplace learning theories into a practical strategy to improve your trainings. Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podc...
May 16, 2024•33 min•Ep. 134
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Denis O'Shea about his recent global study to understand how people work with their devices. Denis O’Shea (https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisosheamobilementor/) founded Mobile Mentor in New Zealand in 2004. Since then, the company has helped millions of people unlock the full potential of their technology. In 2017, O’Shea moved to Nashville, Tennessee to launch the company’s US business, with a focus on securing the mobile workforce in ...
May 15, 2024•24 min•Ep. 168
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Kim Flanery-Rye about IDEA (Inclusion = Diversity + Equity + Accessibility). Kim “Kimfer” Flanery-Rye ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimflaneryrye/ ) is the Founder and Principal DEI & Culture Practitioner for Inclusion Equals, a social enterprise focused on the IDEA (Inclusion = Diversity + Equity + Accessibility) to build culture from the inside out. She believes that to address systemic issues in the world, we must tackle the ine...
May 14, 2024•27 min•Ep. 133
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Merideth Mehlberg about looking forward to Monday mornings. Merideth Mehlberg ( www.linkedin.com/in/meridethmehlberg ) is CEO of Merideth Mehlberg Group. An ICF-certified Master Coach, she helps executives look forward to Monday mornings. For almost twenty years, she has walked alongside senior and high-potential leaders to define their career priorities, measure the gap with their current opportunities, and close the space between the...
May 09, 2024•22 min•Ep. 132
