Hacking HR

Join us on an interview with ⁠Guillermo Miranda⁠. Guillermo is a leader in Generative AI adoption and digital transformation, with extensive experience accelerating people’s talent and skills development. As the founder of a SaaS startup, Guillermo leverages Generative AI to deliver instant insights and advice tailored to HR professionals and people management leaders. A seasoned tech industry executive, Guillermo has a proven track record of driving digital business reinvention across large, global, and complex ecosystems. His expertise extends to strategic investments and scalable solutions, as reflected in his role as a board member and senior advisor. With a passion for innovation and a deep commitment to transforming how organizations approach talent development and technology integration, Guillermo Miranda continues to shape the future of work through cutting-edge AI solutions and actionable strategies.

Join us on an interview with Julius Probst. Julius is a European labor economist at Appcast, where he produces insights on macroeconomic and labor market trends. As a key contributor to Recruitonomics, Appcast's labor market blog, Julius collaborates with Andrew Flowers to deliver cutting-edge analysis on the ever-evolving dynamics of global labor markets. Before joining Appcast, Julius worked as an application specialist and economist at Macrobond Financial, a leading macroeconomic data engine provider. In October 2019, he earned a PhD in Economic History from Lund University, with a research focus on long-run economic growth and empirical macroeconomic history. His academic journey began with a deep passion for Macroeconomics—especially monetary economics—cultivated during his Bachelor’s and Master’s studies. During the final year of his PhD, Julius gained valuable experience working at the European Central Bank (ECB) for six months, contributing to monetary policy research. Outside of his professional work, he shares his thoughts on topics such as macroeconomic history and monetary policy on his blog, Macrothoughts. He has also written several thought-provoking pieces on economics for the popular science journal "The Conversation." With a strong foundation in macroeconomic analysis and a dedication to uncovering actionable insights about labor markets, Julius Probst is passionate about bridging the gap between academic research and practical economic solutions.

Join us on an interview with Ian O'Keefe. Ian is a People Analytics expert and HR transformation leader with over 20 years of experience helping organizations unlock the value of their people data. Passionate about the intersection of HR operations, technology, products, and analytics, Ian has worked with industry giants like Amazon, JPMorgan Chase, Google, and American Express to deliver scalable solutions across Big Tech, Financial Services, Retail, and Life Sciences. As the founder and CEO of Ikona Analytics, Ian partners with HR executives, start-up founders, and Private Equity operating partners to provide bespoke People Analytics consulting services. Additionally, he serves as an HR Venture Advisor at SemperVirens, an early-stage venture capital fund shaping the future of work through technology investments. With technical expertise in data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and analytics product development, Ian excels at driving impactful outcomes through technology implementation, UX research, organizational design, and change management. Holding an MSc in Data Science from Northwestern University and a BA in Psychology from the University of Virginia, Ian has also studied Artificial Intelligence and LLM product development in affiliation with Stanford University. A frequent speaker and author, Ian is dedicated to advancing the field of People Analytics and transforming talent strategies for the future.

Join us on an interview with ⁠⁠Jonathan Kestenbaum. Jonathan is a lawyer by education and entrepreneur by trade, He is passionate about pioneering initiatives that will change the way we live. He has dedicated his career to driving the use of technology that not only discovers and harnesses exceptional talent but also transforms and redefines the very nature of work. From building and successfully exiting a talent technology company to spearheading the leading research firm in the space, his path has been marked by a relentless drive to innovate. His tenure at an RPO, combining people, process, and technology to elevate service delivery, further cemented his commitment to this cause.Beyond founding and running companies, he has also been an active investor in the talent technology sector. His contributions go beyond financial investments; he provides strategic guidance, serve on boards, and offer advisory support. These endeavors have catalyzed transactions worth over a billion dollars, highlighting the powerful impact of strategic investments.

Join us on an interview with ⁠Jeff Wetzler⁠. Jeff is an entrepreneur, management consultant, and co-CEO with over 25 years of experience exploring one critical question: how can we learn better? This journey inspired his book, ASK: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs in Leadership and Life, featuring a foreword by Harvard’s Amy Edmondson and praise from thought leaders like Adam Grant and Kim Scott. In ASK, Jeff shares a research-backed, practice-tested framework to unlock smarter decisions, creative breakthroughs, and deeper connections. His The Ask Approach™ blends psychology, neuroscience, and organizational behavior into actionable strategies for collaboration, innovation, and growth. Jeff’s work helps individuals and teams transform how they connect, communicate, and thrive. Discover how asking the right questions can unlock your greatest potential.

Join us on an interview with Caitlin Krause. Caitlin is an author, keynote speaker, and VR experience designer whose work bridges mindfulness, storytelling, and immersive technology to foster meaningful human connections. Curiosity-driven and research-oriented, Caitlin integrates creativity, neuroscience, design thinking, and technology to promote empathy, awareness, and collaboration on a global scale. As the founder of MindWise, Caitlin designs experiences that enhance emotional intelligence, adaptive resilience, and innovative ways to express human ingenuity. She is the author of Mindful by Design (2019), which explores curiosity-driven learning, innovation, and emotional intelligence, and Designing Wonder: Leading Transformative Experiences in VR (2020) Caitlin's visionary approach inspires others to connect and thrive in both physical and virtual worlds.

Join us on an interview with Enrique Rubio. Enrique is a passionate advocate for Human Resources, People Operations, and the intersection of technology and innovation. With over 20 years of experience in HR and tech, he is the founder of Hacking HR, a global community for HR leaders and practitioners. Enrique is also the Head of Global Community at Transform. An Electronic Engineer, Fulbright Scholar, and Executive Master in Public Administration with a focus on HR, he is certified in Design Thinking, Scrum Master, and PMP. Enrique is deeply interested in the digitization of the workplace and the future of work.

Interview with Ryan J. Warriner – Ryan is an Author, Executive Trainer & Coach, Keynote Speaker, Strategic Advisor and Professor.

Interview with Deepti Lewis – Deepti is the HR Director at Conviva. She has over 19 years of experience driving people practices across a wide spectrum of programs and processes in the field of Human Resources. As a strategic HR partner, she has worked extensively with leadership teams to create people practices that are aligned with business needs and deliver results.

Interview with Loïc Michel – Loïc is the Co-Founder and CEO at 365Talents. He is passionate about the Web, HR, collaborative and innovative technologies and business models.

Interview with Elliot Tessier – Elliot is the Head of Customer Operations at 365Talents. He has many years of experience in Entrepreneurial Studies and Digital Transformation.

Interview with Richard Safeer – Richard is the Chief Medical Director, Employee Health, and Well-being at Johns Hopkins Medicine. He is passionate about using innovative thinking, insight, and strategic planning based on the available science, In his current position, he introduced many creative solutions to foster well-being in the workplace and inspire employees to adopt healthier habits.

Interview with Jeff Luttrell – Jeff is the Global Vice President of Executive Talent at Atento. He has over 20 years of recruitment, staffing and employee relations experience in both agency and corporate environments.

Interview with Kelly Burlage – Kelly is the VP of Global Talent Acquisition at Lineage Logistics. She is an experienced Global Talent leader with a demonstrated history of working in the logistics and supply chain industry, pharmaceutical and healthcare industry respectively.

Interview with Anuj Kathuria – Anuj is the Chief People Officer and Strategy Officer at Waaree Group. He has over 20 years of global and diverse experience across IT, FMCD, BFSI, Telecom, Consulting, Oil and Gas and Energy.

Interview with Tanguy Moreau – Tanguy is the AI Team Lead at 365Talents. He is passionate about designing the HR world of tomorrow, powered by Artificial Intelligence.

Interview with Sally de Rosa – Sally is the President at HRWize. She has years of expertise in leading change by aligning HR strategy to business, designing, and implementing organizational structures that drive employee engagement and talent attraction while maintaining the highest levels of performance in a constantly evolving environment.

Interview with Abigail Timms – Abigail is the People Ops at STADIUM. She is passionate about working in interpersonal relationships and development. Abigail is highly experienced in working in fast paced and high-volume recruiting atmospheres.

Interview with Jennifer Philbrook – Jennifer is the Director of People at Jackbox Games. She has many years of experience in designing and scaling innovative practices to ensure success and achieve goals. Jennifer is known as an innovative thinker with the ability to build strong and productive relationships with vendors, colleagues, and clients.

Interview with Stacy Benson – Stacy is the Director of Learning Strategy & Resources at Humana Military. She is an award-winning HR professional dedicated to providing value-added organizational effectiveness and development solutions to support enterprise objectives while fostering individual and team success, growth, and engagement.