2019-09

Episode 83 - Jon & Wendy talk to John Friend

We're joined by John Friend, Human Resources Manager with PS Industries in Grand Forks, ND, recorded on location at North Dakota SHRM!  We talk about how money was part of his move into HR, the challenges of recruiting in a small town, and how John prepares students as an adjunct professor.
John's recommendation:
https://twitter.com/jbalive
How to reach John:
https://twitter.com/JohnFriends4
https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-friend-phr-shrm-cp-136b194/
This episode is sponsored by balanceTRAK. Visit www.balancetrak.com/social to schedule a demonstration.
Be sure to join us the 4th Sunday of each month for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 

Episode 82 - Jon & Wendy talk to Georgette Cartagena

We're joined by Georgette Cartagena, Human Resources Generalist with Source1 Purchasing in Boca Raton, FL.  A self proclaimed "newbie," we talk about her path to HR, how Georgette found connection through Twitter, and her first conference experience with HRFlorida 19.
Georgette's recommendation:
Kelly Merbler
How to reach Georgette:
https://twitter.com/OddGeoBlue
https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgette-cartagena/
This episode is sponsored by balanceTRAK. Visit www.balancetrak.com/social to schedule a demonstration.
Be sure to join us the 4th Sunday of each month for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 

HRSocialHour Wonder Women Episode 13 - Wendy & Anne talk to Jennifer Brown

In this episode, Wendy & Anne talk to Jennifer Brown, a member of the LGBTQ+ community, entrepreneur, podcaster, and author. We talk about inclusion, the importance of normalizing conversations around diversity, and we spend a bit of time on pronouns.
Links to articles shared in the conversation:
 
Boss Betty article
https://www.sxsw.com/ 
Jennifer's podcast The Will to Change 
Jennifer's books: How to be an Inclusive Leader
 
Connect with Jennifer
Facebook
Instagram: @jenniferbrownspeaks
https://twitter.com/jenniferbrown
LinkedIn

Episode 81 - Jon & Wendy talk to Jenni Stone

We're joined by Jenni Stone, Human Resources Director and Partner of HR Shield in Greenville, SC.  We talk about Jenni's very unique first HR job, taking part in the SHRM19 Blog Squad, and what it's like to have "helium hands."
Jenni's recommendation:
Tracie Sponenberg
How to reach Jenni:
https://twitter.com/HRRockStar1
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennistone/
This episode is sponsored by balanceTRAK. Visit www.balancetrak.com/social to schedule a demonstration.
Be sure to join us the 4th Sunday of each month for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 

Special Episode - Jon & Wendy talk to Manoj Tiwari of balanceTRAK

In this special episode, we're joined by Manoj Tiwari, Vice President of Business & Product Development for balanceTRAK, our sponsor for the month of September.  We talk about Manoj's career in HR technology and helping customers find the best solutions, how balanceTRAK differentiates from other Applicant Tracking Systems on the market, and Manoj shares his love of music and theater.  
Manoj's recommendations:
https://twitter.com/Madtarquin (Madeline Laurano)
https://twitter.com/TimSackett
How to reach Manoj:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/manoj-tiwari-0977b53/
https://twitter.com/TalentTechie
Visit www.balancetrak.com/social to schedule a demo, and join us on 09/22/19 for our monthly #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter being co-hosted by balanceTRAK!

Episode 80 - Jon & Wendy talk to Khalilah Olokunola

We're joined by Khalilah "KO" Olokunola, VP of Human Resources for TRU Colors Brewing in Wilmington, NC.  We talk about KO's journey from losing her name to the Department of Corrections to becoming an HR professional, the importance of building the right culture for an organization, and KO offers ideas on how other HR practitioners can work through resistance when it comes to "second chance" hiring.  
KO's recommendation:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-d-miller/
How to reach KO:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/khalilah-ko-olokunola-5128ba55/
https://twitter.com/Khalilahequips
http://www.khalilaholokunola.com/
This episode is sponsored by balanceTRAK. Visit www.balancetrak.com/social to schedule a demonstration.
Be sure to join us the 4th Sunday of each month for the #HRSocialHour chat on Twitter! 

HR Florida 2019 Special - Jon & Wendy talk to the #HRFL19 Social Media Team

In this special "live on tape" recording, we talk to the rest of the social media team for HR Florida's 2019 conference: Jazmine Wilkes, Amanda Brunson, and Lorena Pabón.  We catch up with everyone about what they're doing now outside of the conference, the highlights of HRFL19, the perks of being a VIP, and laugh a lot.  It was great to spend time with all these amazing HR pros at a fantastic event.
How to reach Jazmine:
https://twitter.com/HRJazzy
How to reach Amanda:
https://twitter.com/TheHRPanda
How to reach Lorena:
https://twitter.com/lpabonhr
Thanks again to Heather Deyrieux, Deborah Herman, and the entire #HRFL19 committee for having us take part!