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Most of us in HR got here by accident. That is also true for this week's guest, Shane Bowers, but his story has a special appeal as his career seems to be more eclectic than most. Listen to learn how Shane found his way into HR, IT, Marketing and so many more disciplines. Shane is truly a modern-day Renaissance Man in our HR field.

Who is Todd Beesley? Well, he's a veteran, a paratrooper, a DEI champion, a Director of HR, and so much more, but the thread through it all is his service to people. Throughout his career Todd, either by accident or on purpose always seems to find himself in a position of service. Listen to this episode and learn about what it takes to be a true servant of people. 82nd Airborne State Farm Daikonos Group 9/11 Raksha Rao Western States 100 Ragnar Working Man's Search for Meaning  

Steven Smith, the author of "The Hiring Tree" joins us as we discuss the ins and outs of hiring. He provides great nuggets for the small businesses and hiring managers of large firms, as well as, job-seeking tips for applicants. Steven brings his energy and 15 years of knowledge to our conversation about HR and we even get to cover some baby Yoda discussions too.

Lisa McConnell is an experienced leader & perpetual learner in human resources. She loves serving as a bridge between employees and operations management to improve people management, support organizational objectives, and foster a positive and engaged workforce. Her experience ranges from recruitment to benefits, performance management, training and development, employee relations, and strategic planning, to succession planning, legal compliance, investigations, and crisis management. She is experienced in leading professional level, exempt and non-exempt as well as temporary staff at multi-site organizations including a remote workforce. Her passions include leadership, development, and mentorship. Where many see problems, she sees opportunities to adapt and overcome them. Where many see roadblocks, She sees exciting new paths. Hobby Lobby EEOC Jazzercise AOL Emerge/Pathways MD110 Certified Talking to Strangers, Malcolm Gladwell Prima Facie Chickfila ADA Golden Rule Fire Country Verbal Judo, George Thompson

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Since the OKHR Conference is right around the corner we thought it would be nice to get the conference chairs on the show to discuss all the exciting things you will get to participate in. Learn what FunHR will be all about from the experts themselves, Kristi Spaethe, Natalie Parrish, and Kelly Smithee. About the OKHR Conference With our great line-up of human resources speakers & sessions, the 2023 OKHR Conference will be an in-person event that you won't want to miss. Join us April 25th-27th, 2023 at the Oklahoma City Convention Center in OKC, OK to learn from the top HR experts and develop the strategies you need to succeed.

Rhonda Rush has always been a leader. That's the nice way of saying she's a bossy-pants, take-charge kind of gal. The creatives have an idea to sell; the entrepreneurs put their money behind the ideas; and the doers make the idea come to life. In HR, Rhonda herds those people together and points them in the same direction while attempting to keep everyone in their lane and assisting managers with their teams. She is passionate about ensuring that people achieve the goal of the business and if no one else steps up, she steps in. Rhonda is a Human Resource professional with diverse knowledge spanning multiple industries and experience in the following areas: Benefits Administration, 401(k), Payroll Administration, Business Management, Communications, Recruiting / Interviewing, Employee Relations, Conflict Resolution, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Time & Labor Management, Training & Development, Policy Development, HRIS Administration/Implementation, Project Management, Team Building. Progressive – Dr.Rick Heidi Hartman pod Shalynne Jackson pod Nancy Gunter pod LSAT OSHA Resident Alien – tv show Daisy Jones & the Six Positioning for Professionals Power of Moments  

Mary Jo Swearingen has a personal directive to connect people to their career goals. She found a way to do this by serving on the Emerging Professional Advisory Council or EPAC for SHRM. Mary Jo is an emerging progressional who helps other emerging professionals. Listen to episode 75 to learn more about what Mary Jo is up to from Nashville, Tennesse. LBMC, Employment Partners Middle Tennessee State University SHRM EPAC University of Tennessee State of Tennessee SHRM-CP Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury SHRM MAC Outlast The Power of Habit Silent Patient  

In this week's episode, we interview Marla Mann. Marla is the HR Coordinator at OMNI Environmental Solutions. She tells her story of how she found this job after a huge decision to leave her teaching career. What follows is a fun, sweet, and interesting story of how Marla found a new passion in HR. She also shares how her teaching background continues to help her in her current role and the benefits of volunteering.

In our 73rd episode, we finally land Phyllis Spriggs. Phyllis brings over 30 years of experience and leadership to our pod. She shares her path and her passions. We loved talking with Phyllis and look forward to getting her to join us again in later podcast. Listen and enjoy as she brings the presence and the class. OKHR State Conference 2023 Dale Carnegie SHRM Foundation Oklahoma Hospital Association

Jeremiah Shaw is an organizational development consultant, a leadership coach, and an executive leader, but he is so much more than that. He helps people find the better in themselves. In our first full episode back we talk to a genuine leader who is passionate about family, friends, non-profit, the community, and anything involving people and growth! Strata Leadership LinkedIn – Jeremiah Shaw International Coaching Federation - ICF Stress Bell Curve – Peak Performance Moment Simon Sinek The Coaching Habit book Yellowstone 1923 Shrink to Strength by Arthur Brooks

Or another way to say it is.....OKHR Leads is back for season 4. After a longer-than-expected hiatus, Tara and Rob are back to talk HR in Oklahoma and beyond. In this shorter-than-usual podcast, we wipe off the dust of our equipment and discuss where we've been, what we've been up to, and our plans for this season. We are happy you are back and listening to us, enjoy.

Rivers & Roads Organizational Development Volunteer Role (if applicable): Various non-profit boards and committees over the years Why are you passionate about HR? * I feel that HR is the most vital part of an organization's success. The role of HR is to take care of the people that take care of the patients/customers/clients, and so truly there are few roles closer to the mission of any organization. What are your interests? * Work/life balance implementations, organizational development, and fusing operations and HR. At Rivers & Roads, I empower organizations to create purposeful work by creating a clear roadmap that allows everyone to understand both the destination and their role in reaching it. What would make you a good podcast guest? * I have been in HR and operations for 15 years, giving me good stories and conversation starters. I am easy to talk to and have done other podcasts and productions in the past. Share a unique fact about you that you would like the Podcast audience to know. (not required): I can honk like a bicycle horn.

Jamie Smith is a highly motivated Human Resources professional with over ten years of progressive experience. She is an effective communicator and quick learner that enjoys serving as a resource and subject-matter expert on various core HR functions and processes. Jamie tell us her story of how she discovered HR and found her passion. SheHulk – Disney + Henniges Automotive Chase Massie podcast Cameron University City of Lawton Barbara Abercrombie podcast OKC Zoo Frontier City Steve Browne podcast Google HR Brew SHRM Southwest Oklahoma Human Resources - SWOKHR Quiet Quitting Virgin River Quiet – Susan Cain Quiet Quitting - HR BREW article

As taken from her LinkedIn Profile, Erin Hughes is a Global Senior Human Resources Professional with 18+ years of experience across multiple industries. She has demonstrated success in developing and implementing strategies and procedures. She is well-versed in all aspects of employee development, including training, compensation, and engagement, and adept at collaborating with senior leadership and key stakeholders across departments and locations. She also has extensive experience in talent pipelines and retention, implementing and improving talent acquisition processes. Her skills include workforce development and change management, as well as process improvement. Her thorough knowledge of base of rules and regulations provides an atmosphere of compliance and confidentiality. But she is so much more than this. Episode 68 reveals the vulnerable side of what it's like to discover HR and grow in our profession. Learn Erin's journey and find the similarities to all our stories. Don't fail to listen to this highly interesting epsisode. Dax Shepard The Simpsons Andy Richter FLSA TEAM Professional Services Work Comp TPA Joy Killingsworth Podcast HRIS 9 box succession planning TAHRA – Learning Labs I-9 Gallup - Self-Awareness Steve Browne Podcast Raksha Rao Podcast Bravo TV Dare to Lead – Brene Brown

Raksha Rao's motto is "Work Hard. Be Nice" and that comes off in a big way in this episode. She is an entrepreneur by heart - she likes to ask why, build quality relationships, and deliver impactful solutions. She is generally curious about things. She loves seeing people learn and grow together! Bangalore, India London School of Economics Canada Emerge – OCHRS Pathways - OKHR Goldman Sachs Nextep Warren Cat Airbnb TikTok Hartwig Staffing Emotional Intelligence Danny Bogard episode Linda Clark episode Disrupt HR Grey's Anatomy The Office Dare to Lead – Brene Brown LinkedIn Toastmasters

Mikey Mangum is a networker by nature and loves seeing the impact of personal connections on successful business outcomes. He wants to see others empowered to achieve what it is they are passionate about or driven to accomplish and make introductions to others that can help them be successful. A little about Mikey: • Born - In Falkirk, Scotland • Raised - In Derby, England (funny accent included) • Arrived - In Tulsa, OK in 2009 to study business & play basketball at ORU • Passions - Financial wellness, mentorship, lifelong learning/growth, and staying active At INSPiRE Financial Group, they believe there are five core areas that people need to continually improve in to be (and feel) successful. These areas include their relationships with family/friends, their financials, their career, as well as their spiritual and their physical well-being. Mikey has seen that the stress related to finances has a direct impact on all the other areas. He believes that if you can take ownership over your finances, operate under a budget, have a plan that is working at optimal efficiency, and can easily track and monitor progress, it will enhance every area of your life. That's why he does what he does. Pixar U.S. Air Force Oral Roberts University (ORU) Andy Stanley Last Dance Virgin River Killing Sacred Cows

After a break of a few weeks, "OKHR Leads" is back to bring in this Labor Day with a superstar guest, Gloria Sinclair Miller. In order to excel in today's competitive business environment, a successful HR executive needs a balance of employee relations, DE&I, and organizational development expertise - backed by robust leadership skills. Gloria Sinclair Miller combines over 2 decades' experience developing and implementing best-in-class HR strategies for multiple high-profile organizations; implementing people-centered policies and programs that are lean, scalable, and informed by industry best practices; developing and empowering a fully engaged and incentivized workforce; and carefully shaping the processes and policies that sustain an efficient, productive, and nationally competitive organization. In this episode, we break down Gloria's background but also get into some fun fan conversations revolving around Formula 1 Racing. If you don't believe a conversation about race cars can cover HR, think again. Listen to find out just how Formula 1 racing is similar to working in HR. Man, it's good to be back!! Links to items mentioned in this podcast: SHRM USO Pennsylvania and New Jersey AstraZeneca Bristol Meyers Squibb Philly SHRM Formula 1

It's been a long hot summer so Rob and Tara thought they would take a little break and call it a summer siesta. We'll be back in September with some fresh new content. Use these few weeks to catch up on our 63 episodes. Send us an email at OKHRLeads@okhr.org for some speaker suggestions or topics you want to hear.

Adam Childers knew from a young age he wanted to be lawyer and then, lucky for us, he fell into HR law early in his legal career. In this episode we learn how Adam decided to become a lawyer and then specifically discovered HR Law. We then hear about his love of debate, his fondness for us HR folks, and get great insight into his nerdiness. Then of course, we can't speak with Adam without learning what top legal issues are out there that affect all of us in the HR space. Adam shares his thoughts on what we will be facing in the upcoming months. So listen to episode 63 if you have an HR legal question or problem and remember is someone is causing problems and you need someone to go "get em," then you "Better go Get Adam." Top Gun Maverick Crowe and Dunlevy University of Oklahoma University of Oxford Foliart Huff Ottaway and Bottom Law Firm Conner and Winters OKHR OU Speech and Debate Lincoln Douglas Debate Toastmasters Dobbs Case Independent Contractor ABC Rule - California FLSA Spiderman "With great power....." Stranger Things Peaky Blinders Lord of the Rings TV Show Michael Clayton Better Call Saul Legally Blonde The Friendship Onion Briefly Legal

Danny Bogard loves connecting people with the understanding of how they impact others through their work and relationships; his mission is to help people and enterprises navigate, progress, and thrive in a world of change with an openness to see, learn and experience new ideas and theories. In this episode we learn just how he does that through his fun and creative ways. Danny gets personal and focused on what he believes are the key elements in running an HR department. He is also passionate about helping people, in any season of their career, find an HR job - if that is their desire. He talks at length about the OKHR program call "Pathway" which helps people do just that. Sit back and listen as Danny tell us how he is "Making Pathways to HR." Sooner HR Society SHRS Warren Equipment Co. University of Arizona Strata Leadership Nathan Mellor Carolyn Shockey OCHRS - College Relations OKHR - Pathways TAHRA Ft. Lauderdale. FL Ralph Lauren Abercrombie & Fitch Nextel Communications Austin Boston Sprint Yellowstone HRIS – Human Resources Information Systems - A human resources information system (HRIS) is a software solution that maintains, manages, and processes detailed employee information and human resources-related policies and procedures. UKG Microsoft Excel Office Space Career Paths - A career path is a long-term plan that includes specific jobs that lead to a desirable occupation. There are two kinds of career paths—an organizational career path and a personal career path. Steel Magnolias Umbrella Academy Brene Brown Gallup It's the Manager - Gallup DannyBogard.com

No guest this week. Instead we discuss some of the books, podcast, and television shows that have been recommended to us by all our wonderful guest.

Meron Hayden is a student at the University of Arkansas setting her sights on a post college career. Tara talks to her and learns a few lesson on what college students are seeking in careers and their expectations for internships. If you are one who is looking to hire graduates this episode is a must listen. See what the intern can teach you.

Misty Crider went to Western Technology Center 13 years ago to learn about OSHA and Safety Data Sheet compliance. The workshops/trainings were offered at Western Tech's Weatherford campus through its business development services division. An employee of Western Plains Library System for 15 years, Crider became involved with the Western Oklahoma Human Resource Group, a special organization formed by WTC for human resources professionals. She frequently attends monthly training opportunities with human resources experts, networking with peers and keeping up to date on employment laws and human resource management strategies. She has served as secretary and president-elect of that group. WTC provided much of the training Crider needed to pursue the national certified professional certification from the Society for Human Resource Management, which she recently achieved. “The SHRM-CP certification is recognized as a national and global achievement in the HR profession,” said Marsha Morris, WTC business development coordinator. Crider regularly collaborates with WTC business development services and WTC-Weatherford for library branch personnel trainings, using WTC's computer lab.

Tara and Rob interview Simon T Bailey. Yes, That's right! We interviewed the Author and Keynote speaker who presented at the OKHR conference in April of 2022. Simon spoke to us about his most recent book, "Ignite the Power of WOMEN In your life: A Guide for MEN." He tells us his vulnerable story of how he came to write this book and the quality advice he gives for men and women. The truths that are discussed actually are truths for our working relationships too. This is a big time interview folks. Makes sure to turn up the volume and have a notepad ready as we discuss how to be the spark. Ignite the Power of WOMEN In your life: A Guide for MEN Be the Spark: Five Platinum Service Principles for Creating Customers for Life Brilliant Living: 31 Insights to Creating an Awesome Life Releasing Leadership Brilliance: Breaking Sound Barriers in Education Shift Your Brilliance: Harness the Power of You, Inc. Release Your Brilliance: The 4 Steps to Transforming Your Life and Revealing Your Genius to the World Success is an Inside Job (includes bonus book, Brilliant Service is the Bottom Line) Simon T Bailey YouTube Video

We are taking this week off for the holiday and will be back next week. We do spend a moment discussing an exciting upcoming guest.

Brenda Rogers is the President of the Enid HR chapter, an HR Consultant for Triangle Insurance Company, and a Grandmother of triplets. To say she's a little busy would be an understatement. Yet, she takes time to take care of people. Listen to episode 56 of "OKHR Leads" and learn just how much Brenda cares about the people she works with, the people she volunteers for, and then of course her family. Links to items mentioned in this podcast: Vance Airforce Base Northrup Grumman ISO 9000 Certification Groendyke Transport, Inc. Triangle Insurance Enid SHRM Heidi Hartman Breakfast with the Boss Employee Value Proposition (EVP): An employee value proposition (EVP) is the unique set of benefits that an employee receives in return for the skills, capabilities, and experience they bring to a company. An EVP is about defining the essence of your company – how it is unique and what it stands for. HGTV – Rock the Block Home Town Trading Spaces Where the Crawdads Sing Cracker Barrel

As CEO of RumbleDrum, a creative guest experiences company, Todd provides exceptional leadership in the areas of design, logistics and event and project management. As a licensed architect, Todd brings 25 years of experience in working diligently to produce quality architecture including educational, multi-family residential, healthcare, parking garages, technical, warehouse, retail, restaurant, and office. During his 7 years of experience at RGLA, Todd focused on working with retailers across the United States doing whatever it takes to get the job done. And at Crafton Tull he acted as Architect/Project Manager for Tulsa Tech's Owasso campus project and the parking garage for the Central Tulsa City County Library Renovation. While working for KKT as an architect, Todd worked on a historic renovation of the Palace Building in downtown Tulsa and other projects with Tulsa Tech and Bixby Public Schools. In this episode Todd breaks down his architect experience and explains how this has helped him with his current role where he helps create exceptional guest experiences. RumbleDrum OSU Tulsa Tech-Owasso Silver Dollar City Gap Harold's J.Crew Joe Versus The Volcano Joe & Todd Show Podcast Hard Rock Live Enneagram – 4 Boomer Generation Gen X Gen Y When Calls the Heart American Idol A Way to Garden – Margaret Roach Todd Wade – LinkedIn Todd@RumbleDrum.com

Nancy Gunter has 25 years experience in executive coaching and corporate training. She is certified by Gallup to Coach using the Strengths Assessment and certified with MHS to coach using the EQi-2.0 assessment, centered on Emotional Intelligence. Nancy also designs and delivers trainings in Generational Studies, Emotional Intelligence, Supervision, Communication, Teambuilding, and more. She is certified in Temperament Fluency, Why People Do What They Do, and is also an Exceptional Leaders Lab Partner offering content in a wide variety of leadership topics for groups of every size and demographic. As OKHR Leads guest of our 54th episode we learn were she got her start and her interest in closing the cap between generations. If you love to discuss the difference in Baby Boomers vs. Generation Z and all in between you will enjoy this episode. As added bonus Nancy throws in her knowledge of emotion intelligence and the subject that will enhance our thoughts on brain science, Positive Intelligence. Gunter Training Exceptional Leaders Lab Generations Generation names explained The Lost Generation — born 1883-1900. ... The Greatest Generation — born 1901-1924. ... The Silent Generation — born 1925-1945. ... Baby Boomer Generation — born 1946-1964. ... Generation X — born 1965-1980. ... Generation Y — born 1981-1996. ... Generation Z — born 1997-2012. ... Generation Alpha — born 2013-2025. Freakonomics Positive Intelligence and PQ Emotional Intelligence TAHRA Grace & Frankie Del Taco

Joe Mathis is half owner in the event services company, Rumble Drum. Joe wants each of his clients to tell their story and he creates a way for them to share what makes them special in unique experiences. As Experienced Chief Creative Officer, Joe has a demonstrated history of working in the events services industry. He is skilled in creating amazing guest experiences for corporate and nonprofit organizations, event management, volunteer management, public speaking, and sponsorship. He is a strong business development professional, creative designer, author and composer. Listen as Joe tells his own story that is about finding ways to spread your purpose.

Shalynne is an innovative, collaborative and strategic diversity and inclusion (D&I) practitioner with management experience. She has experience in D&I integration, program creation, project management, and training and development. As a Senior Manager on Walmart's Global Culture, Diversity and Inclusion team, she was responsible for Associate Resource Group management and consulted with different business segments to drive successful execution of D&I strategy. As D&I staff for ONEOK, a Fortune 500 energy company, She was a member of the team responsible for providing support to our CEO-led D&I Council, Business Resource Groups (BRGs), training programs, policies, community initiatives and other organizational components designed to ensure a fully inclusive workplace. She is a graduate of The University of Oklahoma, with a Masters Degree in Human Relations Shalynne is fierce about her work with D&I and HR. Her brave and fierce story is one that will get us thinking and inspire us to overcome our own challenges. Links to items mentioned in this podcast: City of Oklahoma City DEI Alopecia Asset Protection (job) ONEOK People to People Student Ambassador TAHRA Return on Inclusion Platinum Rule - The Platinum Rule is a variation of The Golden Rule that calls for a more thoughtful approach when dealing with others. It asks that you "Do unto others as they would want to be done to them." Brene Brown – Clear is Kind, Unclear is Unkind This is Us All American Sword & Scale podcast (true crime)

Why is SHRM Field Services Director, Art Gloria so happy? Well, it's because he loves volunteering in HR. Not only does he love volunteering he loves working with volunteers. As Field Service Director for the Southwest Region Art gets to work with volunteers everyday. In this episode we learn about Art's background and what led him to take on this new role. His passion for HR and volunteering is contagious and you'll find your day a little brighter just hearing his stories. SHRM El Paso SHRM Eartha Kitt Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. Sandy Asch – Roar Reset SHRM App SHRM Knowledge Center Julia TV show on HBO Max Honest HR podcast

Can life be changed in a single conversation? How about a single podcast? You might just have your life changed after listening to this fantastic episode. Dr. Nathan Mellor takes us on a journey of his career and his thoughts as we explore leadership, personal change, mentorship, and many other facets of personal growth. If you have yet to find your purpose and wonder how to do that Dr. Mellor lays the groundwork for burning that flame through his insights and storytelling. Links to items mentioned in this podcast: Nathan Mellor Dr. Richard Boyatzis Sleeping Giants Grand Teton National Park Doerr Institute Ted Lasso The West Wing

We talk in this episode about the OKHR Conference that is held in Tulsa on 4/4 - 7/22. We are joined by several of the conference chairs who enlighten us on many of the fun details that will occur this very exciting week. Prepare to be gob smacked as we return to an person conference for the first time in two years.

Karla Shugart is a highly-qualified HR professional with experience in a variety of industries including: aviation; retail/convenience store; higher education; state, federal, and tribal government; and health care. She is proficient in virtually all disciplines of the profession with strong facilitation skills and the ability to bring various constituencies together to work toward common goals. Listen to this episodes as Karla takes us on her journey to become this highly function HR professional. Pay special attention to her decision she made in her senior year in college to not follow her degree in education as she realized she didn't like working with children and how that led to a very fulling career in working with people. Links to items mentioned below: WKRP in Cincinnati Choctaw Nation SEOK HR Society ROTC University of Florida Central Washington University Ashland, OK THRMA SHRM Foundation OKHR State Conference – 2022

Chris Gordon's purpose is to serve others by helping them develop both personally and professionally. He has worked with all levels of organizations from the newest team members to CEO's and everything in between. Chris takes us on his journey of learning to his current position at TeamSight. At TeamSight he helps teams win together. TeamSight is more than just a one-and-done assessment, the TeamSight platform delivers on-demand coaching and insights that help organizations operate more effectively in a virtual world, transform leadership development, increase employee engagement, improve decision-making, and use behavioral diversity to build high-performing teams. TeamSight US Navy – USS Wasp OSU-OKC SandRidge Energy 9/11/2001 Suez Canal Indian Ocean Seychelles EBIDTA DISC Colors StandOut Cronbach Alpha Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer

Rebecca Hartwig has been recruiting IT professionals in the Oklahoma City market since 2010. She was born and raised in Oklahoma. She graduated from Oklahoma State University. She is married to her college sweetheart and had two boys. Rebecca was raised by two IT professionals, so it's not surprising that she has a passion for IT. Rebecca started her own staffing company in 2017, specializing in IT staffing and is continuing to thrive. Rebecca has been a volunteer for the OKWIT board for the last few years. She is a lover of staffing and a lover of connecting people. She discusses her mentors who have helped her take on the challenges of starting her own company and the lessons she has learned along the way. This week she joins the "cool group" as our 46th guest. Listen to learn how Rebecca's has become a MatchmakHR. Links mentions in this podcast: OKHR State Conference Hartwig Staffing OCHRS OSU OKWIT Paycom 10 Best Applicant Tracking Systems article Salesforce Marco Polo Tik Tok Kerr-McGee Y2K Toastmasters Euphoria Brene Brown Small Giants Morbid

Every HR professional understands it takes a special kind of person to work in HR. Add to that working in HR for a nation within a nation AND THEN a person also moonlights as a Big 12 Football referee and you have a super special person. Meet Richard Brown, HR Director of the Potawatomi Nation and Big 12 Football Referee. In this podcast we learn how Richard takes what he has learned as a Big 12 ref and uses it to the benefit of his employees at the Potawatomi Nation. He shares his thoughts of what is important in HR today as well as stories of his own triumphs and successes. Links to items mentioned in this podcast: CITIZEN POTAWATOMI NATION Big 12 Sports OKHR CENTRAL OKLAHOMA HUMAN RESOURCE ASSOCIATION Oklahoma Employment Security Commission WARN Notice Mike Shaw HR in Indian Country Central Oklahoma Innovation Workforce Board "Yellowstone" "The Bootleggers Boy"

David Imerbthama is about helping people and businesses get better. In his younger years he worked as a self described "executive gopher" for his family's restaurant. Now he takes his great hair (listen to see what we mean) and uses his talents to help people find solutions. If he doesn't know the fix he knows the person who knows the fix. When he is not connecting HR folks he loves to pass his time as a youth soccer coach where he focuses on strategy and teamwork. Listen to this heartwarming episode to experience a special moment of vulnerability where David shares a personal goal for his family which will challenge how you think about goals and what personally inspires you. Links to items mentions in this podcast: OKHR Alzheimer's Association University of Oklahoma Y2K Gallagher LinkedIn SHRM EAP Buyers Guide Thailand Peacemaker 36-Hour Day

Episode 43 introduces us to John Bobb-Semple, the Community Project Manager for the Blue Zone Project. John's infectious personality brings to life this exciting episode were we discuss wellness, connectivity, helping others and just making a difference - which John does everyday. You cannot listen to this episode and walk away feeling energized and challenged to go make a difference in your little part of the world. John, who desires to become the ultimate encourager just got his start in this podcast. OKHR Blue Zone Enneagram Advancing Oklahoma Emmanual Acho, Uncomfortable Conversations Foundation Isaac Asimov Suits Ted Lasso The Third Option by Miles McPherson Be the Bridge Podcast JohnBobbSemple.com HawksAgency.com

Tim Sullivan is an HR Professional, leader, and engineer. He loves taking his analytical side and find creative solutions to helping people. Tim is taking on the leadership role the OSU HR chapter in addition to his senior manager job in business operation at OSU and he finds time to keep up with Formula One Racing as well. This podcast is full of whimsical stories and fun discussions between two peers in the HR realm. Great for listening to while sitting next to the fireplace, in the car, or even cooking – actually in whatever you are doing. College of Engineering – OK State University - https://ceat.okstate.edu/ CF Industries - https://www.cfindustries.com/ Microsoft Outlook - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/outlook/email-and-calendar-software-microsoft-outlook Formula 1 - https://www.formula1.com/ Drive to Survive - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8289930/ BlackList - https://www.nbc.com/the-blacklist Dale Carnegie – How to Win Friends and Influence Others – www.dalecarnegie.com/

In this podcast we hear the story of how one man saw a concern within his community about how they might be portrayed in the upcoming movie "Killers of the Flower Moon." From that concern he organized a meeting with the tribe which led to actually meeting Academy Award Winning director Martin Scorsese and actually influencing the movie. This episode is a great example of how one person can make a difference that impact many people. This may not sound like an HR podcast but we think you will agree by the end that there are many principles discussed that parallel our daily challenges. Links to items mentions in this podcast: Wilson Pipestem OSU Hall of Fame 2022 Killers of the Flower Moon book Killers of the Flower Moon movie Osage Nation Emma Koskoff Martin Scorcese Eric Roth Browning Pipestem Maria Tallchief Yellowstone Reservation Dogs Sterlin Harjo Nike N7 Stanford Notah Begay III

Andy is a motivated high energy speaker, business partner, professional coach, and corporate trainer. He works with large companies and small groups to meet their goals from workforce development to learning how to skydive. There is no one that will work harder to help you succeed in business, life, or parachuting. Andy has a true passion for people and he loves learning from others and passing on what he has learned to business leaders, employees, or students. He also owns his own skydiving company where he helps people overcome their fears - literally. Links to items mentioned in this podcast Pioneer Tech – Ponca City- https://pioneertech.edu/ Autry Technology Center – Enid - https://autrytech.edu/ Tulsa Tech - https://tulsatech.edu/ NEO A&M College, Miami, OK - https://www.neo.edu/ Oklahoma Skydiving Center - https://oklahomaskydiving.com/ OSHA-300 - https://www.osha.gov/recordkeeping/forms Free Solo – Alex Honnold - https://films.nationalgeographic.com/free-solo

Brittany Currier was voted by both TAHRA and OKHR as an Emerging Professional in HR. In this interview we cover her love of helping people and taking on new and uncharted challenges for her employer, The People Perspective. Brittany has her own perspectives and offers great insight on topics such as Mental Health, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), Psychological Safety, being involved with her local Chamber of Commerce, volunteering, and of course her take on the Emerging Professional awards. After listening we think you'll agree that Brittany is no longer emerging in HR but has Arrived in HR. Links to items mentions in this podcast: OKHR – Emerging Professional of the Year - https://okhr.org/Crowe-and-Dunlevy-Award TAHRA Emerging Professional of the Year - https://www.tahra.org/member-awards_id162 People Perspective - https://pplperspective.com/ EAP - https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/tools-and-samples/hr-qa/pages/whatisaneap.aspx

Melissa Lockhart love's helping people. Whether it's working with domestic violence victims or helping her own employees through her current HR role. Melissa brings to this interview some real talk that we HR professional should listen too. We discuss culture, resilience this year, and some thoughts on how an HR professional can be aware of domestic violence issues. Links to items mentioned in this podcast: Domestic Violence Intervention Services Hospitality Management Corporation TAHRA Medefy Real Housewives Believe Her | Podcast

Happy New Year!! OKHR Leads returns in the season 2 premiere with special guest Dena Culpepper. Dena is owner and founder of Culpepper Management Group where she is responsible to ensuring all things within OKHR runs smoothly. Like the Wizard of OZ behind the curtain making big things happen Dena is quietly behind the scenes making big things in OKHR happen except her impact is real and far reaching. Listen and learn a few key leadership points, organizational tricks, and be inspired to get your calendars for 2022 in order.

That's a wrap, an end, a finale of the first season of the Podcast that started out as an answer to the question: "I wonder what would happen if we started a podcast to discuss volunteering in the HR space in Oklahoma?" Tara and Rob discuss the genesis of the OKHR Podcast, some highlights, Formula One. and where we might take this for season 2 in 2022. Happy Holidays to all, enjoy the final days of 2021, and may you have a wonderful 2022. We'll be back on January 10th to talk all things OKHR. Tara and Rob

Shala Andrews is highly effective in Human Resources, with experience managing HR operations across multiple locations and serving as a resource for hundreds of employees. Her success is driven by her ability to lead strategies for recruiting, onboarding, employee exits, and employee relations, including the leadership of investigations and resolution of conflicts. She is an engaging Human Resources Leader possessing a winning blend of business expertise, skill in project and program management, and practical experience in large organizations. Shala leverages a unique mix of strategic and analytical expertise, consistently exceeding performance goals by aligning talents and effort with organizational objectives. In this episode Tara drives solo as she learns more about what makes Shala tick. Links to ROI Summit Zeeco Nordam Sam's Club The Great Resignation Tulsa Race Massacre DEI Yellowstone Colors Right Within – Minda Harts

We are excited to have our first Canadian guest on OKHR leads. Her name is Geri Chuong and she has 20 years of experience in HR with expertise in leadership, organizational development and change management. She has experience in many industries including insurance, financial, engineering and energy. She is HR certified in the Canadian version of certification. Listen to learn about the similarities plus we get into Thanksgiving in Canada and their most beloved star, William Shatner. University of Calgary Thanksgiving in Canada Six Sigma Green Belt 2nd Amendment Canada Minimum Wage MindTools Insights William Shatner StarTrek Blacklist CSI Disney Jungle Book Simon Sinek Brene Brown

Tracey Hixon is an HR Guru who leads HR Guru's. As the Director of Corporate HR at Nextep Tracey manages all the HR consultants who are guiding their clients in the complicated world of HR management. We discuss how Tracey stays sharp to be an HR Leader. We also talk about why Tracey got rid of Performance Evaluations and we might even hear a story of a bat that was loose in her building. Links to items mentioned in this podcast: Great Places to Work - https://www.greatplacetowork.com/solutions/recognition Nextep - https://www.nextep.com/ Shauna Niequest - https://www.shaunaniequist.com/ Diana Wall podcast - https://anchor.fm/okhr/episodes/29--Diana-Wall---Remembering-our-friend-e19jfja Potts Family Foundation - http://pottsfamilyfoundation.org/ Leader Feeder podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/3TTDkfFXpDvluinfBAwNxM Entrée Leadership podcast - https://www.ramseysolutions.com/shows/the-entreleadership-podcast Ted Lasso - https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwjRmI-s_Y30AhXEdm8EHRnqA70YABAAGgJqZg&ae=2&sig=AOD64_1obvAxzMrKXTVVxcT0H6QF0Pqb6w&q&adurl&ved=2ahUKEwii04Os_Y30AhUDmGoFHQKEBwoQ0Qx6BAgCEAM Craig Groeschel Leadership podcast - https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/?utm_campaign=CGLP+-+Power+of+Emotions+Leadership&utm_term=craig%20groeschel%20podcast&utm_medium=ppc&utm_source=adwords&hsa_kw=craig%20groeschel%20podcast&hsa_mt=b&hsa_grp=122753294585&hsa_tgt=kwd-361774835182&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_cam=13443521494&hsa_ver=3&hsa_acc=2727137968&hsa_src=g&hsa_ad=526579740866&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-uPCu_2N9AIVXmpvBB2IfQewEAAYAiAAEgJ2VPD_BwE Adam Grant Podcast - https://www.adamgrant.net/podcast/

Lindsey Nichols is a Leader of the best HR team at the best PEO in the business. She loves contributing to the growth of the members of her team and organization. She is also an avid SHRM volunteer leader for the past 12+ years where she served as, among other roles, OKHR State Council Director. She is a Society for Human Resource Management - Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) and Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). In this episode we learn how Lindsey found HR which was early in her college career. We also go in depth about Professional Employee Organization and the benefits of volunteering for your HR Peers. Finally there is a litte ABBA talk, the royals and Brene Brown. Nextep - https://www.nextep.com/ ABBA - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ABBA UCO - https://www.uco.edu/ PEO - https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/tools-and-samples/hr-qa/pages/whatisapeoanditsadvantagesanddisadvantages.aspx Salesforce - https://www.salesforce.com/ Nextep/Gunman - https://www.koco.com/article/man-led-by-armed-norman-hostage-suspect-into-nextep-building/3823478 Enneagram #3 - https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-3 Ted Lasso - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10986410/ The Morning Show - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7203552/ The Crown - https://www.netflix.com/title/80025678 Brene Brown/Dare to Lead - https://brenebrown.com/hubs/dare-to-lead/