Full Video: https://youtu.be/-CPCvAU3IuU

Recorded LIVE @ SHRM National in Chicago, June 2024 @ the Fountain booth

Jocelyn King is the CEO and Founder of VirgilHR, a SaaS solution that empowers HR professionals to make smart, compliant employment decisions in real-time. HR has been the focus of Jocelyn’s career, supporting high-growth technology start-ups and public companies throughout her tenure. She defines herself as a true HR generalist and has touched on all aspects of HR in her more senior roles.

Jocelyn King discusses her journey in the HR industry and the development of her employment and labor law platform. She shares insights on the challenges of compliance and the need for a better solution. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in HR and the importance of maintaining a human touch in the recruitment process. Jocelyn highlights the positive changes happening in the industry, such as advancements in performance management, employee engagement, and pay equity. She also discusses the struggles of fundraising as a female founder and the importance of building relationships with investors.

For more, please check out www.virgilhr.com and connect with Jocelyn on LinkedIn

Fountain is the leading enterprise platform for workforce management. Our platform enables companies to support their frontline workers from job application to departure. Fountain elevates the hiring, management, and retention of frontline workers at scale.

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Takeaways

- Compliance with employment and labor laws can be challenging, and better solutions to simplify the process are needed.
- AI can be a valuable tool in HR, but it should not replace the human element in recruitment and employee management.
- Advancements in technology are improving performance management, employee engagement, and pay equity.
- Female founders face challenges in fundraising, and building relationships with investors is crucial.
- Job seekers should research companies and ensure their values align with the company culture before applying.