HR Leaders How Twitch Connects Culture, AI, and Community Across Teams
Jul 22, 2025
Lauren Nunes, Chief People Officer at Twitch, shares her insights on building a mission-driven culture focused on empathy and innovation. She discusses utilizing Amazon's AI tools to enhance employee support and streamline operations. Nunes emphasizes the importance of connecting creators with internal teams to strengthen community. The conversation also touches on the evolution of Twitch’s internal branding through initiatives like employee-led guilds and mentoring programs, reshaping how the workforce engages in a rapidly changing environment.
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HR's Core Balance Advice
- Never forget HR is about the people and the business combined.
- Support the business to do better through its people authentically and empathetically.
Son's Nod to Twitch Career
- Lauren's son urged her not to "screw this up" before her Twitch job interview.
- He enjoys the Twitch office's streaming room and gaming setup.
All-Hands as Live Streams
- Twitch's weekly all-hands mimic live Twitch streams to reinforce culture.
- Real-time chat encourages community and employee engagement during these sessions.