Digital HR Leaders with David Green

Prasad Setty, a pioneer in people analytics and former leader at Google, shares his insights into the transformative power of data in HR. He discusses the importance of storytelling and the 4E Model—Effectiveness, Efficiency, Experience, and Equity—for enhancing organizational success. Setty explores the 'Arc of Value Creation' framework for driving actionable outcomes. He delves into how AI reshapes people analytics, alleviating challenges like 'time poverty'. Essential skills for modern teams are also covered, offering a roadmap for navigating the AI-driven landscape.

Stacia Garr, cofounder of RedThread Research, and Dave Ulrich, the 'father of modern HR,' dive into the future of HR in 2025. They discuss strategies for integrating stakeholder insights to drive growth and how aligning HR with business outcomes can enhance impact. The conversation covers navigating economic uncertainties, the transformative role of AI in HR, and essential actions for strengthening DEI initiatives. Their insights provide a roadmap for HR leaders aiming to foster a more customer-centric workplace and maximize organizational value.

Christophe Cabrera, Director of IT Talent at UCB, discusses the exciting yet challenging journey of transforming a biopharmaceutical company into a skills-based organization. He shares insights on overcoming outdated methods and leveraging AI for skill identification. Cabrera addresses the complexities of managing diverse roles while emphasizing the need for agility in skills management. He also touches on defining success through internal mobility and personalized learning, making the case for a human-centered approach in this innovative transformation.

In this engaging discussion, Melissa Daimler, Chief Learning Officer at Udemy and author of ReCulturing, shares her extensive experience in designing effective company cultures. She emphasizes the impact of trends like AI and flexible work on workplace dynamics. Daimler offers insights into what a healthy culture entails and how to align it with business goals. She warns against common cultural missteps and highlights the importance of ongoing adaptation and skills-based strategies in creating resilient organizations. A treasure trove of actionable advice for HR professionals!

Mikaël Wornoo, co-founder of TechWolf, an AI-driven skills data solution, discusses the critical importance of reliable skills data for effective workforce strategies. He highlights how organizations can leverage skills data to tackle real business challenges, contrasting the innovative US and European approaches to skills management. Wornoo also delves into the vital role of AI in reshaping talent measurement, the hidden pitfalls in skills initiatives, and practical steps for organizations to start their skills journey towards measurable outcomes.

Keith Sonderling, former Commissioner of the EEOC, dives into the intricate relationship between AI and HR. He highlights the promises of AI alongside its hidden risks, emphasizing the need for ethical implementation to prevent discrimination. Discussions include navigating the evolving regulatory landscape and determining accountability when AI missteps occur. Sonderling offers real-world strategies for HR leaders and tech vendors to innovate responsibly while ensuring compliance and fairness in the workplace.

Sandra Loughlin, Chief Learning Scientist at EPAM Systems and an expert in learning science, shares invaluable insights on building a skills-based organization. She discusses EPAM's 30-year journey towards creating a future-ready workforce and debunks common myths about skills-based structures. Loughlin emphasizes the importance of clearly defining work roles before determining required skills and offers practical advice on selecting the right technology to support skills initiatives. She also highlights the significance of high-quality skills data for driving business impact.

As digital transformation redefines industries, organisations are faced with the challenge of building a workforce equipped for rapid change. At Lloyds Banking Group, this shift is driving a bold move towards a skills-based organisation, where agility, adaptability, and continuous learning are core to its evolution.  In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by two leaders at the heart of this transformation: Lara Wainwright, Product Owner and Lab Lead, and Duncan Reynall, Group Talent & Development Director at Lloyds Banking Group. Together, they dive into:  The broader strategy behind Lloyds’ workforce transformation agenda How both Lara and Duncan’s roles interconnect to drive the digital transformation that enables Lloyds Banking Group’s skills-based organisation goals Challenges and successes encountered along the journey, offering practical advice for organisations navigating similar digital transformations The role of workforce data in driving progress, fostering culture, and enhancing employee engagement across Lloyds Metrics that Lloyds Banking Group uses to measure success in skills development, ensuring alignment with long-term transformation goals  This episode, sponsored by Workday, is essential for HR leaders aiming to leverage data and analytics to drive workforce agility and transformation.  Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications for HR and finance, recognised as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites. Organisations ranging from medium-sized businesses to more than 50% of the Fortune 500— including Netflix, Sanofi, AstraZeneca, and Rolls Royce—have chosen Workday to build their HR systems and implement Workforce Analytics solutions. Join them and learn more at workday.com  Links to Resources:  Lara Wainwright: Lara Wainwright Duncan Reynall: Duncan Reynall  Workday: Workday  MyHRFuture Academy: MyHRFuture Insight222: Insight222   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anish Lalchandani, Global Head of Talent Management at Maersk and author of The Skills Advantage, discusses the urgent need for reskilling in a rapidly changing job landscape. He introduces four key principles—awareness, application, agility, and alliances—that facilitate effective workforce transformation. The conversation emphasizes the pivotal role of AI in reskilling efforts while advocating for a balance with human skills. Lalchandani also highlights the importance of collaborative partnerships and effective metrics to measure reskilling success.

Jason Scheckner, Senior Director of Business Strategy for HiredScore at Workday, dives into the world of talent orchestration. He discusses how integrating HR systems can bridge the gap between AI investments and business results. Scheckner reveals the common challenges organizations face with AI adoption, including compliance issues and expertise shortages. He also shares practical examples of enhancing employee mobility and retention while ensuring ethical AI use. Tune in for actionable insights on transforming HR with talent orchestration!