HR Reinvention in the Age of AI

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Ed Slusser discusses how organizations can adopt AI while preserving their culture.

How can organizations embrace AI while maintaining a strong culture? Our long-time friend, Ed Slusser, shares his insights on preparing businesses for AI adoption. With experience spanning Saks Fifth Avenue, tech startups, Panera Bread, and Revlon, Ed offers a unique perspective on the evolving role of HR in this transformation. Here are some key takeaways from our conversation: 🔹 AI’s Impact on Culture – How to design an organization ready for continuous change 🔹 The HR Business Partner Evo...

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Hosts: Padma Hari, Oshiya Savur

Guest: Ed Slusser

Topics covered

• AI adoption
• HR transformation
• organizational culture
• business strategy
• technology impact

Keywords

• AI
• HR
• organizational culture
• business transformation
• technology

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Saks Fifth Avenue, Panera Bread, Revlon, tech startups

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