Podcasts about Hasbro

Today we're talking about the best Marvel Legends villains. We're talking baddest of the bad classicest of the classic Marvel Comics bad guys. Hasbro has made a lot of good action figures to choose from between Doctor Doom and Thanos, who's going to make your list?

Welcome back to another episode of ANR Geekly! Join Elvin and Dee as they catch up on toy talk and open some figures from there collection. Grab anything this week? anything catch your eye? Join us for another week of ANR Geekly with Elvin and Dee! Check out the live version of this podcast on our youtube channel!

In 2010, Hasbro released five games in this U-Build series. I was only familiar with the Monopoly version, so I was excited to try U-Build Mouse Trap, a variant of the 1963 staple.U-Build Mouse Trap arrived, procured from eBay, and the kids and I sat down that evening to play it. I had done very little research into it because I wanted to go into it with no expectations. We opened the box to discover it was filled with a lot of building blocks similar to, but not, Lego. We sat around the table, and set to work building the game and playing it. Let's see how it went.Directing people to the get the games tab

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Karin Bursa welcomes a powerhouse panel of women supply chain leaders who are rewriting the rules in today's “never normal” world. Joining the discussion are Stephanie Beal, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Hasbro; Tamera Fenske, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Kimberly-Clark; Eliza Simeonova, Vice President of Global Supply for Mars Pet Nutrition; Whitney Shlesinger, Vice President of Global Planning and Logistics at McCormick; and Sylvia Wilks, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Lamb Weston.Together, they share defining moments that shaped their careers, from early plant leadership to global transformation initiatives. They explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping supply chain performance: driving operational discipline, improving demand planning, enhancing knowledge management, and freeing teams to focus on creative, strategic work. The panel also reflects on the importance of clean data, talent development, and building integrated value chains that deliver measurable business results.Looking back, each leader offers advice to their younger selves, highlighting the power of mentorship, confidence, and learning from failure while encouraging the next generation to own their careers and pay it forward. Jump into the conversation:(00:00) Intro(02:45) Panel introduction(13:56) Defining career moments(25:13) AI's impact on supply chains(27:19) Data's role in AI success(29:25) AI for employee efficiency(31:11) AI in inventory and demand forecasting(32:33) AI in decision making and strategy(33:39) Personal productivity and AI(36:33) AI in knowledge management(37:41) Career advice for supply chain leaders(47:47) Connecting with supply chain expertsAdditional Links & Resources:Connect with Stephanie Beal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniebeal/ Connect with Tamera Fenske: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamera-fenske-08121a7/ Connect with Eliza Simeonova: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliza-simeonova-787999151/ Connect with Whitney Shlesinger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitney-shlesinger/ Connect with Sylvia Wilks: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylvia-wilks-7658513/ Learn more about Hasbro:

On today's episode we discuss New X-Men #125 PLUS the legendary Uncanny X-Men 152 where Storm/Emma swap bodies!

We are back for the final look at the Dark of the Moon toy line with the last 8 figures

Every week TWIG brings you a variety show full of segments ranging from news, reviews, interviews, and everything in-between to satisfy your geeky appetite!This week in geek:- Introductions- The Legend Of Heroes - Trails In The Sky 1st Chapter (GungHo PS5 Review) https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10013078- Geek News- Transformers Age of the Primes Action Figure 4-Pack (Hasbro Toy Review) https://www.hasbropulse.com/product/transformers-age-of-the-primes-action-figure-4pack/G13745L00- Weird News- The Conjuring (Warner 4K UHD Review) https://www.blu-ray.com/movies/The-Conjuring-4K-Blu-ray/390646/- What's Next?Show Notes:Your Geekmasters:Mike "The Birdman" - https://bsky.app/profile/birdmanguelph.bsky.socialAlex "The Producer" - https://bsky.app/profile/dethphasetwig.bsky.socialFeedback for the show?:Email: feedback@thisweekingeek.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekingeekBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thisweekingeek.netSubscribe to our feed: https://www.spreaker.com/show/3571037/episodes/feediTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-week-in-geek/id215643675Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Lit2bzebJXMTIv7j7fkqqWebsite: https://www.thisweekingeek.netSeptember 21, 2025

Craig Miller, the first Director of Fan Relations for Lucasfilm Ltd., played a pivotal role during the creation of Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back. As a publicist, writer, producer, and innovator, Craig crafted groundbreaking ways to engage and grow the Star Wars fanbase, helping cement its place as a cultural phenomenon. Beyond Star Wars, Craig has been a key figure in the Writers of the Future contest since its inception, and he shares insights from its early days. We also discuss Craig's book, Star Wars Memories: My Time in the (Death Star) Trenches, a treasure trove of behind-the-scenes stories from his time in the Star Wars universe. From accidental mishaps to industry-defining moments, Craig's tales are as entertaining as they are revealing. In this episode, we explore: 1. How Craig landed the dream job of Director of Fan Relations for Star Wars. 2. The scope of his role and what it meant to be the bridge between Lucasfilm and its passionate fans. 3. His favorite interviews with Star Wars legends like Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford. 4. Memorable filming locations and what made them stand out. 5. The hilarious and chaotic story of how Craig accidentally shut down the state of Illinois' telephone system. 6. The epic saga of Kenner vs. Hasbro and the licensing misstep that rivals publishers rejecting Harry Potter. 7. The impact and legacy of the Star Wars comics.

Craig Miller, the first Director of Fan Relations for Lucasfilm Ltd., played a pivotal role during the creation of Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back. As a publicist, writer, producer, and innovator, Craig crafted groundbreaking ways to engage and grow the Star Wars fanbase, helping cement its place as a cultural phenomenon. Beyond Star Wars, Craig has been a key figure in the Writers of the Future contest since its inception, and he shares insights from its early days. We also discuss Craig's book, Star Wars Memories: My Time in the (Death Star) Trenches, a treasure trove of behind-the-scenes stories from his time in the Star Wars universe. From accidental mishaps to industry-defining moments, Craig's tales are as entertaining as they are revealing. In this episode, we explore: 1. How Craig landed the dream job of Director of Fan Relations for Star Wars. 2. The scope of his role and what it meant to be the bridge between Lucasfilm and its passionate fans. 3. His favorite interviews with Star Wars legends like Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford. 4. Memorable filming locations and what made them stand out. 5. The hilarious and chaotic story of how Craig accidentally shut down the state of Illinois' telephone system. 6. The epic saga of Kenner vs. Hasbro and the licensing misstep that rivals publishers rejecting Harry Potter. 7. The impact and legacy of the Star Wars comics.

It's been twenty years since X-MEN LEGENDS II was released! Power of X-Men host Dayspring sits down with Video Game Director Dan Vondrak to discuss what it was like to develop X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse! How soon did the game go into development following the first entry? What did the story originally look like? How was it like to bring Archangel to the game? Why were Psylocke and Emma cut from the game? Who was originally suppose to be playable? And...most importantly...what would X-Men Legends III have looked like? Strap in, True Believers! This is a special episode you don't want to miss!

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There's more info on Missing Link Ultra Magnus, Nemesis Prime is everyone's favorite Optimus Prime repaint, and Hasbro finally says goodbye to Rhode Island. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by Dashery! Show Notes: If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show. Contact us: Continue reading The post Episode 660 – Mattel’s Nemesis appeared first on TransMissions Podcast Network.

There's more info on Missing Link Ultra Magnus, Nemesis Prime is everyone's favorite Optimus Prime repaint, and Hasbro finally says goodbye to Rhode Island. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by Dashery! Show Notes: If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show. Contact us: Continue reading The post Episode 660 – Mattel’s Nemesis appeared first on TransMissions Podcast Network.

Join Jason, the world traveler, as he recaps his journey to Toronto, Ontario for "May the North Be With You," a premier fan-hosted Star Wars event in Canada. This episode is a must-listen for Star Wars collectors and fans, offering an in-depth look at the convention experience.Jason gives listeners an exclusive recap of the three-day event, from the engaging Star Wars panels and the toy show to the special welcome dinner held at 43 Hanna, the historic site of Irwin Toys, the original Canadian distributor of Kenner Star Wars products. He shares insider information learned from the panels and stories from after- hours discussions.The conversation continues with a trip down memory lane as Jason and his friends visit a Toys “R” Us store in Canada. The hosts also dive into the latest Hasbro HasLab project, discussing the crowdfunded LAAT/i Gunship and the surprising group of "mystery backers" who helped unlock its first tier after the campaign officially closed. Tune in for all the Star Wars collecting news, behind-the-scenes stories, and toy hunt adventures!

Backed to the future! Hasbro's LAAT Haslab defies time and space to unlock its first stretch goal. Plus, Leonardo's the leader in blue. Eyes shut tight like he's catching a snooze. NECA's Nick Turtles forgot their head pupils! And, Hasbro's latest Marvel Legends come packed with comics books—just like in the ToyBiz days! Except, you know, not.  It's The Reluctant Adult Podcast.  Email TheReluctantAdultPodcast@gmail.com Save 10% with code RAP101 at New Meta Save and get Free Shipping from Entertainment Earth Spooky & Weird Plush from MaterialJill TikTok @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Instagram @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Twitter @Reluctant_Pod Facebook The Reluctant Adult Podcast YouTube The Reluctant Adult Podcast Paul's eBay Auctions  

News once again rises in the Transformers world and this week there's a new KO Black Zarak G1 figure, the first promo image for the TFxEvangelion crossover and are prices to rise?

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This week: It's the end of an era. Hasbro's headquarters is heading to Boston. There's going to be a "Titan" reveal at the Transformers store in the UK on Transformers day, but it's not a titan. So what is it? All that and more!

This week: It's the end of an era. Hasbro's headquarters is heading to Boston. There's going to be a "Titan" reveal at the Transformers store in the UK on Transformers day, but it's not a titan. So what is it? All that and more!

The board game “Clue” originated in the 1940s as “Cluedo” overseas and was later brought to the U.S. by Parker Brothers. Now owned by Hasbro, it has inspired many spin-offs, including a TV show, themed editions like the “Simpsons” version, and a VCR game. Alongside classics like “Monopoly,” “Cranium,” “The Game of Life,” “Sorry!,” and “Mouse Trap,” as well as junior games like “Candyland” and “Chutes and Ladders,” “Clue” has stood the test of time. Turning “Clue” into a movie was inevitable. Was it a big hit? Not really. But it was fun! Grab your weapon, meet at the Hill House, and watch out when the lights go out, as Tim Williams, along with co-hosts Gerry D, Chris McMichen & Laramy Wells, discuss “Clue” (1985) on this episode of the 80s Flick Flashback! Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:During breaks on set, some actors played pool at the billiards table. Lesley Ann Warren couldn't join in because she wore a very tight corset that limited her movement. During these breaks, she would find spots to lean on and rest.Leslie Ann Warren, Christopher Lloyd, and Martin Mull reunited to parody the movie in the Psych episode, "100 Clues".Sources:Wikipedia, IMDB, BoxOfficeMojohttps://screenrant.com/clue-unknown-facts-trivia-filming/https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/clue-review-1985/Some sections were composed by ChatGPTWe'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media.Website - https://www.80sflickflashback.com/TeePublic Store - https://www.teepublic.com/user/eighties-flick-flashbackBuy Me A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/80sflickfbFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/80sflickflashbackpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/80sflickflashback/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@80sflickflashbackEmail - Info@80sFlickFlashback.com

I love that we are finally getting an articulated G1 Ultra Magnus after almost 40 years. In that same vein, we're about to get a never-released character integral to the sometimes maligned, but mostly loved, G.I. Joe: The Movie. While a secondary character, Spikor was one of my favorites as a kid. I'm happy to see him receive the Sketch Series treatment. There wasn't any big toy news for Star Wars (until the next show), so we'll just go with that it's actually refreshing to get movie news.

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Flame Toys gets a little Animated with a new Optimus Prime model kit, Hasbro designer Mark shows off the next G1 Targetmaster in the Age of the Primes line, and we've finally got all the details on the new Missing Link Ultra Magnus figure. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by Dashery! Show Notes: If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show. Contact us: Continue reading The post Episode 659 – Now, With Wings! appeared first on TransMissions Podcast Network.

We're BACK in the Age of Apocalypse...how did it survive? Is that REALLY [SPOILER] at the end? Let's break it all down!

Flame Toys gets a little Animated with a new Optimus Prime model kit, Hasbro designer Mark shows off the next G1 Targetmaster in the Age of the Primes line, and we've finally got all the details on the new Missing Link Ultra Magnus figure. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by Dashery! Show Notes: If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show. Contact us: Continue reading The post Episode 659 – Now, With Wings! appeared first on TransMissions Podcast Network.

This week we are discussing the new Price increases from Hasbro on Marvel Legends, Star Wars Black Series & GIJOE Classified!Follow us: https://linktr.ee/ModernToyfareOrder your action figures online at www.nerdzoic.comFollow Nerdzoic on instagram: Follow Nerdzoic on Facebook:Order your copy of Toytography today: https://www.toytographymag.com/shopBecome a Patreon: Patreon.com/ModernToyfareFollow Nate on Instagram: instagram.com/NateBryant1985Follow Jarmar on Twitter: Twitter.com/jarmar_GAMESFollow Jarmar on Twitch: Twitch.tv/Jarmar_GamesFollow Jarmar on TikTok: tiktok.com/JarmarGamesWhy Are You A Gamer: https://open.spotify.com/show/63nTQmCQIvKDyFQVC4lHoK?si=dbee567ed3894c4eFollow Cory on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vileconsumptionFollow Cory on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VileconsumptionCheck out Cory's prints: https://vileconsumption.storenvy.com/

The race for Mayor of Boston preliminary is today. Polls open at 7 today. Hasbro is moving to Massachusetts. Boston police are looking for serial shop lifters that have hit the sunglass hut in Fanuel Hall multiple times. Isreal is ordering a full evacuation in Gaza. Hawaii is declaring a state of emergency because of hurricane Kiko. Ryan Reynolds will come to Boston to tour his John Candy documentary. The Vikings scored 21 po9nts in the 4th quarter last night to beat the Bears. The Red Sox beat the A's 7-0 last night.  

Paul Lane and Marc Fandetti discuss job growth revised down by 911,000 through March, signaling economy on shakier footing than realized. American workers are losing confidence. US consumer borrowing rises to most in three months. Are lumber prices flashing a warning sign? Big Oil slashes jobs and investments as low crude prices bite. Hasbro will move its headquarters to Boston's Seaport. It's a big loss for Pawtucket.

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Former West Warwick Mayor and former consultant to Hasbro Mike Levesque joins the show to talk about the company moving to BostonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governor Dan McKee joins Gene with reaction to Hasbro moving out of RI to BostonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Begun the final countdown has. Star Wars fans have only a short time left to back Hasbro's LAAT Gunship HasLab. Well, you know what they say, “Better LAAT than never.” Plus, who says action figures are dead? Ninjombie rises from the grave with a new toy line that's sure to have kids and collectors alike haunting the toy aisles. Jazwares flips the toy industry upside down with Stranger Things figures that manage to feel both nostalgic and a little unnecessary. It's The Reluctant Adult Podcast. Email TheReluctantAdultPodcast@gmail.com Save 10% with code RAP101 at New Meta Save and get Free Shipping from Entertainment Earth Spooky & Weird Plush from MaterialJill TikTok @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Instagram @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Twitter @Reluctant_Pod Facebook The Reluctant Adult Podcast YouTube The Reluctant Adult Podcast Paul's eBay Auctions  

Missing Link Ultramagnus has been shown all posed and fancy like, the winning choice for Shockwave has been chosen and Flame Toys has a new Animated Optimus Prime.

WPRI's Ted Nesi joins Matt to talk about Hasbro announcing that it will move it's head quarters to Greater Boston. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Radio Free Cybertron: Shockwave takes to the ocean as a sea creature to Activate Your Alt Mode for Transformers Day, while Hasbro prices keep climbing and import duties hit collectors hard. Plus we talk about Missing Link Ultra Magnus. I've never seen anything this beautiful in the entire galaxy.

This week on Radio Free Cybertron: Shockwave takes to the ocean as a sea creature to Activate Your Alt Mode for Transformers Day, while Hasbro prices keep climbing and import duties hit collectors hard. Plus we talk about Missing Link Ultra Magnus. I've never seen anything this beautiful in the entire galaxy.

On this episode…Hasbro's Activate Your Alt Mode Fan Vote has come to an end, we've got new promotional images of Missing Link Ultra Magnus, and are we getting another Magic The Gathering / Transformers collab? … No, the answer is no, we aren't.. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by Dashery! Show Notes: If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show. Contact us: Continue reading The post Brick No More! – TransMissions 658 appeared first on TransMissions Podcast Network.

On this episode…Hasbro's Activate Your Alt Mode Fan Vote has come to an end, we've got new promotional images of Missing Link Ultra Magnus, and are we getting another Magic The Gathering / Transformers collab? … No, the answer is no, we aren't.. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by Dashery! Show Notes: If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show. Contact us: Continue reading The post Brick No More! – TransMissions 658 appeared first on TransMissions Podcast Network.

IT'S HAPPENING! THE SH'IAR INVASION HAS BEGUN! We're joined by Tim from the X-Position Podcast to unpack the Sh'iar attack on the mansion!

He's our friend. He's your friend. He's friend to all—this week we are once again joined by the incomparable Senior Director of Fan Product Design at Hasbro, Steve Evans to talk all about the Star Wars the Vintage Collection Republic Gunship HasLab campaign—AND—to answer some of YOUR burning questions about it. You have until 11:59p ET on September 8th to back the Gunship—what are YOU waiting for? BACK THE GUNSHIPFollow Steve @MrStevie18 on Instagram!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

Role playing is more fun with Playmates! Finally, a way to play Power Rangers without being one-shotted by a 12-year-old in Fortnite. Plus, Premium NDA. Toy companies are always ready to charge us for pre-orders, but when it comes to shipping updates, suddenly it's radio silence. Is there time to save Hasbro's Star Wars Haslab or has that ship already sailed? It's The Reluctant Adult Podcast. Email TheReluctantAdultPodcast@gmail.com Save 10% with code RAP101 at New Meta Save and get Free Shipping from Entertainment Earth Spooky & Weird Plush from MaterialJill TikTok @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Instagram @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Twitter @Reluctant_Pod Facebook The Reluctant Adult Podcast YouTube The Reluctant Adult Podcast Paul's eBay Auctions  

The 2nd part of the look of the Dark of the Moon line, some of the big boi's this time round with Prime, Megs, Sentinel and Shockwave.

Send us a textAfter taking a couple week off, the Crew return to talk some #StarWars : #Visions - Volume 1.  Before jumping into that, the Crew talk about some interesting news items as it relates to #GinaCarano [#CaraDune] and her settlement with #Disney, along with the recent admittance from Disney that they have lost viewership amongst the male audience.Even though the DetBlock Crew have talked Visions Volume 1, Bogie had not joined the team yet.  So, with it being a bit of a slow time for Star Wars news and content, Bogie watched episodes 6-9 of volume 1 of Visions, which Mike and him look to discuss.Thoughts and prayers go out to all those impacted, especially the children and parents, from the school shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in #Minneapolis , MN.  Being that both Bogie and Mike are from the Twin Cities and it hits close to home, they felt the need to address it.Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)

Not a lot of time for reminiscing, especially considering it's a holiday weekend. Just want to remind everyone to do what they love, whatever that might be.

Download Deel's free AI-powered HR guide and discover how to streamline processes, stay compliant, and scale globally with ease: https://shorturl.at/Y1ySBWhat does it really mean to belong at work? In this episode of the HR L&D Podcast, Nick Day sits down with Greg Morley — global HR leader, former Head of DEI at Moët Hennessy, and author of BOND: Belonging and the Keys to Inclusion and Connection.Greg shares powerful insights from his 20+ year career at Disney, Hasbro, and LVMH, where he led multicultural teams across the US, Europe, and Asia. Together, Nick and Greg explore:Why belonging is the foundation of inclusion and employee engagementHow leaders can build psychological safety and connection in diverse workplacesThe challenges of driving global DEI initiatives across regions and culturesPractical steps HR professionals can take to embed inclusion into daily practicesWhy belonging is the future of work — and how it impacts retention, innovation, and growthWhether you're an HR leader, people manager, or business owner, this conversation will help you understand why belonging matters and how you can create a workplace where everyone feels valued and connected.