The New Work: An HRPA Podcast
The world of work is changing faster than ever. From the rise of AI to the demand for equity, from the reimagining of leadership to the reshaping of culture, one thing is clear: people are the most powerful resource we have.
The New Work: An HRPA Podcast, produced by the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) and the Globe Content Studio, is where visionary HR leaders, CEOs, and innovators share how they are building the future of work. The first season is hosted by the HRPA CEO Jodi Kovitz, with Sachi Kittur, VP of Human Experience & Innovation at the HRPA, co-hosting select episodes. Each conversation dives deep into the stories, strategies, and ideas that are transforming workplaces and the human experience within them.
Episodes
Over the last 20 years, Helen Davies has held HR leadership roles at some of the world’s largest financial institutions. Today, as Senior Vice President, Head of Talent at TD Bank, she manages one of Canada’s largest workforces, hiring everyone from in-store bank tellers to investment bankers.
Jodi and Sachi speak with Helen about what it’s like to be on the receiving end of over one million applications a year, how she’s seen the hiring landscape change amid high unemployment and how her team is preparing to replace record numbers of retiring employees.
What does it take to build a world-class financial institution that’s both ambitious and deeply human, one that keeps its startup energy even as it scales to thousands? In this episode, Jodi Kovitz sits down with Mike Katchen, CEO and co-founder of Wealthsimple, to explore “naive ambition,” building trust while challenging a traditional industry, and leading with courage, kindness, and purpose.
KeyAnna Schmiedl, Chief Human Experience Officer at Workhuman
In this episode, we explore why “Human Experience” is more than a rebrand. It’s a reawakening. KeyAnna shares how HR can evolve from function to partner, leading with empathy, trust, and purpose. Together, we unpack how putting the “human” back at the heart of HR drives stronger teams, deeper connection, and better business outcomes.
Why Listen
- Learn from trailblazers including leaders from Google Canada, Wealthsimple, TD Bank Group, and Workhuman
- Act with confidence through practical takeaways you can apply immediately in your own leadership and culture-building
- Be inspired by real stories of innovation, resilience, and human-centered leadership
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