Ep 45. Rethinking HR’s Role in the Age of AI with Theresa Fesinstine, Founder of PeoplePower.ai

Can HR become the leader of AI adoption in the workplace?

In this episode of the TroopHR Podcast, Taylor Bradley sits down with Theresa Fesinstine, a 25-year HR veteran and founder of PeoplePower.ai, to explore the transformative potential of generative AI in HR. From busting the myth that AI is too technical for HR pros to sharing real-world use cases like NotebookLM and HR Harriet, Theresa makes a compelling case for why now is the time for HR to embrace the AI shift—not fear it.

The conversation unpacks how HR can move beyond administrative tasks and reclaim time for culture building, talent development, and employee experience design. Theresa shares practical ideas—from gamified onboarding with AI tools to building prompt fluency without becoming a data scientist. She also offers a passionate invitation for HR professionals to stop waiting for IT to lead and start shaping AI’s role in their function themselves.

For more on Theresa’s AI sandbox, toolkits, and monthly HR AI Clinics, visit peoplepower.ai

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Credits
TroopHR Founder: Tracy Avin
Show Producer: Nicole Fealey
Show Host: Taylor Bradley