The Human Element

Seasoned HR executive Jarlath Doherty on why tier one employee support is the right place to start with AI, why data readiness is more urgent than most HR leaders think, and what it actually means to bring a product mindset into a people function.

SPS Commerce CHRO Erica Koenig on why AI adoption fails when treated as a project, how to build employee trust through transparency, and the case for shipping before you're ready.

Cooper Standard Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Larry Ott on why AI's impact depends entirely on your starting point, the case for "idle time" over headcount cuts, and why HR leaders need to put their elbows on the table.

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HR service delivery (HRSD) is how HR provides consistent, scalable support to employees. Learn models, benefits, best practices, and KPIs.

Agentic AI in HR goes beyond chatbots and automation. Learn how AI agents plan, decide, and act across HR workflows—plus benefits, risks, and real examples.

Jim Barnett, CEO of Wisq, spoke with Alex Raymond about leading in a more conscious way and

"Happiness is an inside game," says Jim Barnett, CEO, Wisq. Learn about Jim's entrepreneurial

Larry Ott, CHRO at Cooper Standard, shares how AI drives real ROI in HR—anchored in business strategy, leadership alignment, and practical adoption.

Wrike’s Head of People, Remko Verheul, joins The Human Element to share how human intelligence plus AI drives organizational intelligence and real business value.

David Hanrahan, SVP of People Success at SolarWinds, joins The Human Element to share how AI is transforming HR—from chatbots and recruiting automation to manager coaching and performance insights.

Stacie Baird, host of the HX Podcast, spoke with Marc Maloy and Jim Barnett about the possibilities

Wisq's Marc Maloy and Jim Barnett shared their perspective on the future of coaching, learning, and

Jim Barnett, CEO of Wisq, recently was a guest on The Conscious Entrepreneur podcast.

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