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HR Across Decades and Industries: Building Trust, Leveraging AI, and Leading Tomorrow’s Workforce
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About this episode
In this episode, Thomas Kunjappu sits down with Donna Beasley, Vice President of Human Resources at Alumus, to talk about how HR can stay relevant, build trust with executives, and thoughtfully embrace AI without losing the human touch.
With decades of experience leading HR strategy across government, healthcare, and the private sector, Donna shares how her “3 Cs” framework: Customer Service, Compliance, and Collaboration helps HR teams drive value, gain executive buy-in, and future-proof the function.
Topics Discussed:
Why HR must evolve from transactional to strategic business partner
The “3 Cs” framework for building executive trust and implementing programs
How to lay a solid HR foundation with systematic compliance audits
Using AI for job descriptions, policy research, and recruiting innovations
Why being a “people person” isn’t enough for modern HR success
Creating professional balance between empathy and tough decisions
How HR can become more ingrained in organizations, not isolated
Building employee engagement through recognition and connection platforms
Mentoring the next generation of HR leaders for future challenges
And more!
If you’re navigating change, scaling your HR team, or wondering how to use AI responsibly without compromising your people-first values, this conversation is for you.
Plus, don’t miss Donna’s recommended classic: “The Strangest Secret” by Earl Nightingale—an old-school but timeless guide to achieving success with intention.
About this episode
Transcript
About this episode
In this episode, Thomas Kunjappu sits down with Donna Beasley, Vice President of Human Resources at Alumus, to talk about how HR can stay relevant, build trust with executives, and thoughtfully embrace AI without losing the human touch.
With decades of experience leading HR strategy across government, healthcare, and the private sector, Donna shares how her “3 Cs” framework: Customer Service, Compliance, and Collaboration helps HR teams drive value, gain executive buy-in, and future-proof the function.
Topics Discussed:
Why HR must evolve from transactional to strategic business partner
The “3 Cs” framework for building executive trust and implementing programs
How to lay a solid HR foundation with systematic compliance audits
Using AI for job descriptions, policy research, and recruiting innovations
Why being a “people person” isn’t enough for modern HR success
Creating professional balance between empathy and tough decisions
How HR can become more ingrained in organizations, not isolated
Building employee engagement through recognition and connection platforms
Mentoring the next generation of HR leaders for future challenges
And more!
If you’re navigating change, scaling your HR team, or wondering how to use AI responsibly without compromising your people-first values, this conversation is for you.
Plus, don’t miss Donna’s recommended classic: “The Strangest Secret” by Earl Nightingale—an old-school but timeless guide to achieving success with intention.
About this episode
Transcript
About this episode
In this episode, Thomas Kunjappu sits down with Donna Beasley, Vice President of Human Resources at Alumus, to talk about how HR can stay relevant, build trust with executives, and thoughtfully embrace AI without losing the human touch.
With decades of experience leading HR strategy across government, healthcare, and the private sector, Donna shares how her “3 Cs” framework: Customer Service, Compliance, and Collaboration helps HR teams drive value, gain executive buy-in, and future-proof the function.
Topics Discussed:
Why HR must evolve from transactional to strategic business partner
The “3 Cs” framework for building executive trust and implementing programs
How to lay a solid HR foundation with systematic compliance audits
Using AI for job descriptions, policy research, and recruiting innovations
Why being a “people person” isn’t enough for modern HR success
Creating professional balance between empathy and tough decisions
How HR can become more ingrained in organizations, not isolated
Building employee engagement through recognition and connection platforms
Mentoring the next generation of HR leaders for future challenges
And more!
If you’re navigating change, scaling your HR team, or wondering how to use AI responsibly without compromising your people-first values, this conversation is for you.
Plus, don’t miss Donna’s recommended classic: “The Strangest Secret” by Earl Nightingale—an old-school but timeless guide to achieving success with intention.
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About the guest
About the guest
Donna Beasle
Donna Beasley is a seasoned HR executive with decades of progressive experience across government, healthcare, and private sector organizations. Currently serving as Vice President of Human Resources at Alumus in Scottsdale, Arizona, she previously led HR strategy for the City of Scottsdale and Maricopa County Public Works. Known for her "3 C's" approach—customer service, compliance, and collaboration—Donna specializes in workforce management, compliance, and HR operations. She's passionate about mentoring the next generation of HR leaders and believes in making HR more ingrained within organizations while balancing innovation with human connection.
Donna Beasley is a seasoned HR executive with decades of progressive experience across government, healthcare, and private sector organizations. Currently serving as Vice President of Human Resources at Alumus in Scottsdale, Arizona, she previously led HR strategy for the City of Scottsdale and Maricopa County Public Works. Known for her "3 C's" approach—customer service, compliance, and collaboration—Donna specializes in workforce management, compliance, and HR operations. She's passionate about mentoring the next generation of HR leaders and believes in making HR more ingrained within organizations while balancing innovation with human connection.
Donna Beasley is a seasoned HR executive with decades of progressive experience across government, healthcare, and private sector organizations. Currently serving as Vice President of Human Resources at Alumus in Scottsdale, Arizona, she previously led HR strategy for the City of Scottsdale and Maricopa County Public Works. Known for her "3 C's" approach—customer service, compliance, and collaboration—Donna specializes in workforce management, compliance, and HR operations. She's passionate about mentoring the next generation of HR leaders and believes in making HR more ingrained within organizations while balancing innovation with human connection.
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If you’ve led change, navigated challenges, or learned valuable lessons in people operations, we’d love to hear your perspective.
Apply below to be considered as a guest on the show.
The future of HR is being shaped by real operators doing the work.
If you’ve led change, navigated challenges, or learned valuable lessons in people operations, we’d love to hear your perspective.
Apply below to be considered as a guest on the show.