John Barrand

Join John Barrand, Chief HR Officer of the Utah Division of Human Resource Management and conflict resolution expert, as he discusses transforming workplace disagreements into opportunities for growth. He introduces Utah's innovative 'Disagree Better' campaign, emphasizing that a little conflict can spark important conversations. John shares practical strategies to promote a culture of healthy disagreement, explores how to tie company values into conflict resolution, and underscores the need for empathetic listening to reduce cynicism and boost engagement.