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Building a Future-Ready HR: Leadership, Strategy, and People Impact
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In this episode of Future Proof HR, Thomas Kunjappu chats with Quentin Misenheimer, Chief People Officer at Garlock Flexibles, to explore his journey from military service to corporate HR leadership. Quentin reflects on how HR has evolved from an administrative function to a trusted business partner, highlighting his early experiences managing a night shift and learning how HR can shape organizational success.
Quentin shares insights on leadership, emphasizing the importance of trust, flexibility, and being proactive. He also discusses how COVID reshaped work dynamics, driving a need for balance between flexibility and collaboration. Quentin’s vision of HR centers on building strong business relationships, embedding HR into teams, and continuously adapting through technology and culture stewardship.
Finally, Quentin gives tactical advice on career growth, including the value of patience, mentorship, and developing leadership skills. If you want to learn how HR can become both Yoda and a trusted advisor in your organization, you won’t want to miss this episode!
Topics Discussed:
Quentin’s transition from military to HR leadership
The evolving role of HR from personnel to strategic partner
Leadership lessons: trust, team-building, and flexibility
Navigating workforce shifts and leadership development post-COVID
Career pathing and preparing employees for leadership roles
And more!
Listen in to stay ahead in HR and future-proof your career!
About this episode
Transcript
About this episode
In this episode of Future Proof HR, Thomas Kunjappu chats with Quentin Misenheimer, Chief People Officer at Garlock Flexibles, to explore his journey from military service to corporate HR leadership. Quentin reflects on how HR has evolved from an administrative function to a trusted business partner, highlighting his early experiences managing a night shift and learning how HR can shape organizational success.
Quentin shares insights on leadership, emphasizing the importance of trust, flexibility, and being proactive. He also discusses how COVID reshaped work dynamics, driving a need for balance between flexibility and collaboration. Quentin’s vision of HR centers on building strong business relationships, embedding HR into teams, and continuously adapting through technology and culture stewardship.
Finally, Quentin gives tactical advice on career growth, including the value of patience, mentorship, and developing leadership skills. If you want to learn how HR can become both Yoda and a trusted advisor in your organization, you won’t want to miss this episode!
Topics Discussed:
Quentin’s transition from military to HR leadership
The evolving role of HR from personnel to strategic partner
Leadership lessons: trust, team-building, and flexibility
Navigating workforce shifts and leadership development post-COVID
Career pathing and preparing employees for leadership roles
And more!
Listen in to stay ahead in HR and future-proof your career!
About this episode
Transcript
About this episode
In this episode of Future Proof HR, Thomas Kunjappu chats with Quentin Misenheimer, Chief People Officer at Garlock Flexibles, to explore his journey from military service to corporate HR leadership. Quentin reflects on how HR has evolved from an administrative function to a trusted business partner, highlighting his early experiences managing a night shift and learning how HR can shape organizational success.
Quentin shares insights on leadership, emphasizing the importance of trust, flexibility, and being proactive. He also discusses how COVID reshaped work dynamics, driving a need for balance between flexibility and collaboration. Quentin’s vision of HR centers on building strong business relationships, embedding HR into teams, and continuously adapting through technology and culture stewardship.
Finally, Quentin gives tactical advice on career growth, including the value of patience, mentorship, and developing leadership skills. If you want to learn how HR can become both Yoda and a trusted advisor in your organization, you won’t want to miss this episode!
Topics Discussed:
Quentin’s transition from military to HR leadership
The evolving role of HR from personnel to strategic partner
Leadership lessons: trust, team-building, and flexibility
Navigating workforce shifts and leadership development post-COVID
Career pathing and preparing employees for leadership roles
And more!
Listen in to stay ahead in HR and future-proof your career!
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Quentin Misenheimer
Quentin Misenheimer is the Chief People Officer at Garlock Flexibles, bringing over 27 years of HR leadership experience. A West Point graduate and former Army officer, Quentin transitioned to corporate HR after managing large teams in manufacturing. He has since guided organizations through growth and transformation, emphasizing leadership, workforce development, and building proactive, business-aligned HR teams. Quentin is passionate about helping leaders create high-performing teams through trust, effective communication, and a people-first approach.
Quentin Misenheimer is the Chief People Officer at Garlock Flexibles, bringing over 27 years of HR leadership experience. A West Point graduate and former Army officer, Quentin transitioned to corporate HR after managing large teams in manufacturing. He has since guided organizations through growth and transformation, emphasizing leadership, workforce development, and building proactive, business-aligned HR teams. Quentin is passionate about helping leaders create high-performing teams through trust, effective communication, and a people-first approach.
Quentin Misenheimer is the Chief People Officer at Garlock Flexibles, bringing over 27 years of HR leadership experience. A West Point graduate and former Army officer, Quentin transitioned to corporate HR after managing large teams in manufacturing. He has since guided organizations through growth and transformation, emphasizing leadership, workforce development, and building proactive, business-aligned HR teams. Quentin is passionate about helping leaders create high-performing teams through trust, effective communication, and a people-first approach.
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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.
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.