We’re thrilled to unveil the Heroes of HR limited podcast series, your backstage pass to the unsung champions of every workplace—the human resources (HR), payroll and benefits professionals, also known as People Heroes.  

This 11-episode series, hosted by William Tincup and Ryan Leary of WRKdefined, dives into the experiences of HR professionals and business leaders as they share their inspiring stories, strategies and insights. From fostering stronger teams to driving meaningful change, these heroes reveal how they’re staying ahead of industry trends while tackling real-world challenges. 

Meet our Heroes of HR and explore their episodes: 

1. Amy Mosher (Chief People Officer, isolved): Amy dives into optimizing talent acquisition with artificial intelligence (AI), the significance of performance management and the transformative power of strong company culture.  
2. Brandon Rumler (Executive Director, Skyline Center): Brandon discusses the unique challenges of nonprofit leadership, finding passionate talent and balancing competitive benefits with budget constraints.
3. Isela Conley (Director of Talent Acquisition, isolved): Isela highlights the intersection of talent scarcity and shifting employee expectations, sharing how isolved uses its own technology to attract and retain top talent. 
4. Jaylene Owen (HR Director, Hames Corporation): Based in Sitka, Alaska Jaylene discusses the challenges of navigating the unique challenges of talent retention and employee wellbeing in a remote community. From the critical importance of mental health to leveraging AI and automation to enhance HR processes, Jaylene highlights the role of ‘People Heroes’ in creating a supportive work environment.  
5. Julie Montgomery (VP of HR, Community First Credit Union): Julie addresses the importance of diversity in talent acquisition, the transformative role of AI, and how isolved helps streamline HR processes while aligning with strategic goals.  
6. Lacey Davidson (Office Manager, JumBurrito): Lacey shares insights on overcoming talent acquisition challenges, attracting new generations to the workforce and creating balance between employee satisfaction and business success.  
7. Mary Kay Kirgis (HR Director, Guttenberg Municipal Hospitals and Clinics): Mary Kay shares her approach to tackling nursing shortages in rural Iowa through community partnerships and education pipelines. She also dives into the unique challenges of healthcare staffing.   
8. Melanie Zakrzewski (Payroll and Benefits Supervisor, Kendall Hunt Publishing): Melanie discusses balancing in-office culture with remote work flexibility and preparing for a generational shift in leadership through succession planning. 
9. Michelle Hamilton (Head of Payroll and HR Operations, AdoreMe): Michelle emphasizes that job descriptions are guidelines, not barriers, and shares strategies to empower HR professionals through supportive networks and exceptional service standards. 
10. Sagar Lakhani, HR Manager at Insulation Supply Company: Sagar discusses the challenge of finding skilled talent for diverse roles and emphasizes the importance of aligning employer and employee expectations, particularly around flexibility and competitive pay in the post-pandemic workplace. 
11. Sara Busch, Payroll & Benefit Admin at Obermayer Law Firm: Sara highlights retention challenges, the need for workplace flexibility, and her excitement for new benefits like mental health resources, while reinforcing HR's role as a trusted advocate for employees. 

Listen Now and Be Inspired! 

Discover how HR professionals are shaping workplaces of the future while solving today’s toughest challenges. Tune into the Heroes of HR podcast series here and join the conversation. Don’t forget to share your favorite episodes using the hashtag #HeroesOfHR on your social channels. 

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