Communicating HR’s Value Through Data

In this episode of People and Strategy at SHRM25 in San Diego, Thanh Giddarie, director of HR for MIT Health at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, discusses how organizations can leverage data to communicate the value of HR. Giddarie shares her journey from marketing to HR, the importance of annual HR reports and trending analyses, and how quantitative and qualitative metrics can demonstrate HR’s value to the C-suite. The conversation also dives into Thanh’s doctoral research on the gender gap in university presidencies. The audience will gain practical insights on leadership pathways for female leaders, how to measure HR impact, build support networks through mentorship, and foster a culture of growth for all employees.

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