Elevate: Women Transforming Employee Experience Tue, 26 May 2026 15:19:20 -0400 https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast en-us © 2026 LineZero yes a21dd75d-6a5a-5bcc-98fd-a5a850d08fc5 LineZero episodic false Discover the real stories behind workplace transformation. Elevate features inspiring conversations with women who are reshaping employee experience through empathy, courage, and impact. From navigating challenges to leading meaningful change, each episode offers honest insights, practical advice, and powerful moments of leadership. Whether you're new to leadership or a seasoned pro, tune in for motivation to lead with heart and make your workplace better.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) women in leadership, employee experience, workplace transformation, HR leadership, internal communications, women in HR, leadership journeys, women in business, career development LineZero https://storage.buzzsprout.com/74xeqz25452r8uxw5q4x747uikbi?.jpg Elevate: Women Transforming Employee Experience https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast S02 EP08. Who Are You At Your Best: Building a Culture Where People Actually Feel Seen S02 EP08. Who Are You At Your Best: Building a Culture Where People Actually Feel Seen What if the most important question in onboarding isn't "Here's what we do", but "Who are you at your best, and how will you bring that here?"

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Mary Newville, Director of People Experience at Arctic Wolf, to explore what it really takes to build a culture that makes people feel seen, not just on paper, but at 3,200 employees across six continents.

Mary joined Arctic Wolf in 2020, right as the company entered one of the most intense growth periods in tech, sometimes onboarding 120 new hires every two weeks. She's spent nearly six years building the programs, rituals, and infrastructure that turned a fast-moving wolf pack into a Fortune-recognized great workplace.

What makes her perspective worth listening to isn't just the scale. It's that she's never treated culture as something employees consume; she's always built it as something they steward together.

In this conversation, you'll hear how Arctic Wolf's Pack culture goes from values on a website to real daily behaviour, why their WellWolf Ambassador program filled up almost instantly when they opened applications, and how Mary thinks about where AI belongs in HR and where it probably shouldn't go. There's also a really good story about a Howl on Zoom that you won't see coming.

If you're a people leader, HR pro, or internal communications specialist trying to build something that lasts past the next all-hands, this one is worth your full attention.


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]]> What if the most important question in onboarding isn't "Here's what we do", but "Who are you at your best, and how will you bring that here?"

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Mary Newville, Director of People Experience at Arctic Wolf, to explore what it really takes to build a culture that makes people feel seen, not just on paper, but at 3,200 employees across six continents.

Mary joined Arctic Wolf in 2020, right as the company entered one of the most intense growth periods in tech, sometimes onboarding 120 new hires every two weeks. She's spent nearly six years building the programs, rituals, and infrastructure that turned a fast-moving wolf pack into a Fortune-recognized great workplace.

What makes her perspective worth listening to isn't just the scale. It's that she's never treated culture as something employees consume; she's always built it as something they steward together.

In this conversation, you'll hear how Arctic Wolf's Pack culture goes from values on a website to real daily behaviour, why their WellWolf Ambassador program filled up almost instantly when they opened applications, and how Mary thinks about where AI belongs in HR and where it probably shouldn't go. There's also a really good story about a Howl on Zoom that you won't see coming.

If you're a people leader, HR pro, or internal communications specialist trying to build something that lasts past the next all-hands, this one is worth your full attention.


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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-19236880 Tue, 26 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 3093 2 8 full false S02 EP07. From Feel-Good to Sustainable Impact: Rethinking Employee Engagement S02 EP07. From Feel-Good to Sustainable Impact: Rethinking Employee Engagement What if the reason your employee engagement initiatives aren't gaining traction has nothing to do with the quality of your work and everything to do with where you started?

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Vanessa Lecorps, Vice President of Engagement and Belonging at Children's Aid, to explore what 25 years of culture work across corporate, academic, and nonprofit spaces has taught her about building engagement strategies that actually land with leaders.

Vanessa leads engagement for 2,000+ employees across 42 offices at one of New York City's most storied nonprofits, teaches at NYU, and serves as board president of the Women's Mentoring Network. Her approach is data-driven, cross-functional, and grounded in a simple belief: engagement work only adds value when it's connected to the business problem it's meant to solve.

Together, Joy and Vanessa explore how to start every engagement strategy with the right question, how to close the "say-do gap" that quietly erodes trust, what values in action really look like beyond the poster on the wall, and what the future of personalized employee engagement looks like as AI enters the picture.

If you're an engagement, HR, or Internal Comms leader who wants your work to resonate with leadership and drive real results, this episode will give you a new place to start.


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]]> What if the reason your employee engagement initiatives aren't gaining traction has nothing to do with the quality of your work and everything to do with where you started?

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Vanessa Lecorps, Vice President of Engagement and Belonging at Children's Aid, to explore what 25 years of culture work across corporate, academic, and nonprofit spaces has taught her about building engagement strategies that actually land with leaders.

Vanessa leads engagement for 2,000+ employees across 42 offices at one of New York City's most storied nonprofits, teaches at NYU, and serves as board president of the Women's Mentoring Network. Her approach is data-driven, cross-functional, and grounded in a simple belief: engagement work only adds value when it's connected to the business problem it's meant to solve.

Together, Joy and Vanessa explore how to start every engagement strategy with the right question, how to close the "say-do gap" that quietly erodes trust, what values in action really look like beyond the poster on the wall, and what the future of personalized employee engagement looks like as AI enters the picture.

If you're an engagement, HR, or Internal Comms leader who wants your work to resonate with leadership and drive real results, this episode will give you a new place to start.


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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-19140440 Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 1413 2 7 full false S02 EP06. Be The Anchor: What Leaders Owe Their People During Times of Change S02 EP06. Be The Anchor: What Leaders Owe Their People During Times of Change What happens after the change memo goes out? After the reorg. After the AI rollout. After the town hall.

Most organizations put enormous energy into that one moment. But what they truly miss is everything that comes after.

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Jessica Smith, Chief People Officer at Reframing HR, to explore what leaders consistently get wrong about change communication and what it actually takes to help employees recover, reconnect, and perform again.

Jess brings a rare combination of perspectives to this conversation. She's led transformation at scale inside companies like Amazon and Meta, experienced a layoff herself, and now dedicates her work to what happens after the disruption. That lived experience shapes everything she shares here.

Together, Joy and Jess explore the signs that change hasn't landed yet, the ANCHOR framework Jess uses to help organizations re-stabilize after big transitions, why middle managers are the most underused communication channel in any change plan, and why the leaders people will remember most from the AI era aren't the ones with the best strategy decks.

If you're rolling out a new tool, navigating a reorg, or just trying to keep your team grounded when everything feels uncertain, this episode will leave you with something real to take back to work tomorrow. 


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]]> What happens after the change memo goes out? After the reorg. After the AI rollout. After the town hall.

Most organizations put enormous energy into that one moment. But what they truly miss is everything that comes after.

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Jessica Smith, Chief People Officer at Reframing HR, to explore what leaders consistently get wrong about change communication and what it actually takes to help employees recover, reconnect, and perform again.

Jess brings a rare combination of perspectives to this conversation. She's led transformation at scale inside companies like Amazon and Meta, experienced a layoff herself, and now dedicates her work to what happens after the disruption. That lived experience shapes everything she shares here.

Together, Joy and Jess explore the signs that change hasn't landed yet, the ANCHOR framework Jess uses to help organizations re-stabilize after big transitions, why middle managers are the most underused communication channel in any change plan, and why the leaders people will remember most from the AI era aren't the ones with the best strategy decks.

If you're rolling out a new tool, navigating a reorg, or just trying to keep your team grounded when everything feels uncertain, this episode will leave you with something real to take back to work tomorrow. 


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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-19052364 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 2347 2 6 full false S02 EP05. Lead With Humble Confidence: How AFL’s First IC Team Is Earning Trust S02 EP05. Lead With Humble Confidence: How AFL’s First IC Team Is Earning Trust What happens when a 42-year-old global company decides it's finally time to build a corporate communications team from scratch?

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Marisa Trzemzalski, Corporate Communications Manager at AFL, a global fibre optic and connectivity company with operations across the US, Mexico, Poland, the UK, and Australia.

Marisa gets real about what it's actually like to build an internal comms function where one has never existed. We're talking about stakeholders who are nervous about letting go of their messaging, choosing your very first comms platform with zero infrastructure to work with, and figuring out how to create one consistent voice across a workforce that ranges from plant floors to corporate offices to global locations.

If you're building something new inside an organization, fighting for your team's seat at the table, or wondering why your internal messages aren't landing the way you hoped, this one is for you.

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]]> What happens when a 42-year-old global company decides it's finally time to build a corporate communications team from scratch?

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Marisa Trzemzalski, Corporate Communications Manager at AFL, a global fibre optic and connectivity company with operations across the US, Mexico, Poland, the UK, and Australia.

Marisa gets real about what it's actually like to build an internal comms function where one has never existed. We're talking about stakeholders who are nervous about letting go of their messaging, choosing your very first comms platform with zero infrastructure to work with, and figuring out how to create one consistent voice across a workforce that ranges from plant floors to corporate offices to global locations.

If you're building something new inside an organization, fighting for your team's seat at the table, or wondering why your internal messages aren't landing the way you hoped, this one is for you.

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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-18945379 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400 2192 2 5 full false S02 EP04. Corporate Athletes: What High-Performing Leaders Do Differently S02 EP04. Corporate Athletes: What High-Performing Leaders Do Differently Leadership development often focuses on frameworks, strategies, and systems.

But what about the human side of leadership?

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Kimberly Fraleigh, Director of Leadership Development at Lippert, to explore what it really takes to grow leaders from the inside out.

Before coaching executives and frontline leaders across a global organization, Kim spent nearly two decades as a high-performance athlete. A career-ending injury forced her to pivot in ways she never expected, a moment that ultimately shaped how she thinks about resilience, adaptability, and leadership today.

In this conversation, Kim shares:

  • Why great leaders must draw inward before they can lead outward.
  • The surprising parallels between elite athletes and corporate leaders.
  • What leaders often underestimate about change and transformation.
  • The idea of “identity capital” and how small experiences shape leadership growth.
  • Why the future of leadership development will be more human.

You’ll also hear practical reflections on self-awareness, building influence, navigating career pivots, and creating cultures where people truly thrive.

If you're leading teams, navigating change, or simply trying to grow as a leader yourself, this episode will leave you with plenty to reflect on.


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]]> Leadership development often focuses on frameworks, strategies, and systems.

But what about the human side of leadership?

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Kimberly Fraleigh, Director of Leadership Development at Lippert, to explore what it really takes to grow leaders from the inside out.

Before coaching executives and frontline leaders across a global organization, Kim spent nearly two decades as a high-performance athlete. A career-ending injury forced her to pivot in ways she never expected, a moment that ultimately shaped how she thinks about resilience, adaptability, and leadership today.

In this conversation, Kim shares:

  • Why great leaders must draw inward before they can lead outward.
  • The surprising parallels between elite athletes and corporate leaders.
  • What leaders often underestimate about change and transformation.
  • The idea of “identity capital” and how small experiences shape leadership growth.
  • Why the future of leadership development will be more human.

You’ll also hear practical reflections on self-awareness, building influence, navigating career pivots, and creating cultures where people truly thrive.

If you're leading teams, navigating change, or simply trying to grow as a leader yourself, this episode will leave you with plenty to reflect on.


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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-18861167 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 3144 2 4 full false S02 EP03. From Reactive To Proactive: Building A Listening Culture for 55,000+ Employees S02 EP03. From Reactive To Proactive: Building A Listening Culture for 55,000+ Employees What happens when a labor and employment lawyer decides she doesn’t just want to fix workplace problems... she wants to prevent them?

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Ashley Wenger, Senior Vice President of Employee Experience, Education and Workforce Relations at Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, with more than 55,000 employees across multiple states.

Ashley shares how her career evolved from responding to workplace crises to proactively building cultures where people feel heard, supported, and connected to purpose.

She opens up about how Sanford rebuilt its employee listening strategy after a decade without formal surveying, creating psychological safety through high reliability practices, and why internal communication must function as an ecosystem, not a single channel.

Ashley also shares powerful advice for women in leadership: you don’t have to copy anyone else’s style. You get to build your own.

This conversation is thoughtful, practical, and deeply human, especially for anyone navigating employee experience, internal communications, or leadership in complex environments like healthcare.

If you care about retention, belonging, meaningful work, and preparing your workforce for what’s next (including AI), this episode is for you.


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]]> What happens when a labor and employment lawyer decides she doesn’t just want to fix workplace problems... she wants to prevent them?

In this episode of Elevate, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Ashley Wenger, Senior Vice President of Employee Experience, Education and Workforce Relations at Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, with more than 55,000 employees across multiple states.

Ashley shares how her career evolved from responding to workplace crises to proactively building cultures where people feel heard, supported, and connected to purpose.

She opens up about how Sanford rebuilt its employee listening strategy after a decade without formal surveying, creating psychological safety through high reliability practices, and why internal communication must function as an ecosystem, not a single channel.

Ashley also shares powerful advice for women in leadership: you don’t have to copy anyone else’s style. You get to build your own.

This conversation is thoughtful, practical, and deeply human, especially for anyone navigating employee experience, internal communications, or leadership in complex environments like healthcare.

If you care about retention, belonging, meaningful work, and preparing your workforce for what’s next (including AI), this episode is for you.


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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-18776604 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500 1886 2 3 full false S02 EP02. The Business of People: How Modern HR and Mentorship Shape Better Workplaces S02 EP02. The Business of People: How Modern HR and Mentorship Shape Better Workplaces What does it really mean to lead with empathy, accountability, and purpose?

In this episode, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Manuelita Cherizard, Chief Human Resources Officer at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), for an inspiring and deeply thoughtful conversation about leadership, mentorship, and building workplaces where people truly thrive.

With 20+ years of experience across private, public, and nonprofit sectors, Manuelita shares how her curiosity and love of business led her intentionally into HR.

She opens up about the mentors who shaped her leadership journey, the power of honest feedback, and why advocacy is one of the greatest gifts a leader can give.

Manuelita also shares why HR must speak the language of business, how curiosity fuels career growth, and what it takes to truly align people strategy with organizational mission.

If you’re passionate about employee experience and leadership development, this episode is full of practical insight and grounded wisdom from someone who is living it every day.

Tune in and get ready to elevate the way you think about HR leadership.


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]]> What does it really mean to lead with empathy, accountability, and purpose?

In this episode, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Manuelita Cherizard, Chief Human Resources Officer at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), for an inspiring and deeply thoughtful conversation about leadership, mentorship, and building workplaces where people truly thrive.

With 20+ years of experience across private, public, and nonprofit sectors, Manuelita shares how her curiosity and love of business led her intentionally into HR.

She opens up about the mentors who shaped her leadership journey, the power of honest feedback, and why advocacy is one of the greatest gifts a leader can give.

Manuelita also shares why HR must speak the language of business, how curiosity fuels career growth, and what it takes to truly align people strategy with organizational mission.

If you’re passionate about employee experience and leadership development, this episode is full of practical insight and grounded wisdom from someone who is living it every day.

Tune in and get ready to elevate the way you think about HR leadership.


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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-18677647 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500 2720 2 2 full false S02 EP01. Beyond The Numbers: What Workers Are Really Telling Us S02 EP01. Beyond The Numbers: What Workers Are Really Telling Us What if one of the hardest moments of your career turned out to be the thing that shaped your life’s work?

In this episode, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Dr. Mary Hayes, Research Director for People and Performance at ADP, for an honest, deeply human conversation about work, leadership, and what it really means to help people thrive.

Dr. Hayes shares the personal turning point that set her on her path and how that moment sparked a lifelong commitment to understanding how people experience work, stress, growth, and belonging.

From her journey through educational psychology to leading global research on employee engagement and AI sentiment, Mary brings a rare blend of data-driven insight and real-world empathy.

Mary also shares what she’s seeing next in the world of work, from wellbeing and financial stress to the responsibility leaders have to communicate honestly, even when they don’t have all the answers.

This episode is a must-listen for leaders, Internal Comms professionals, HR teams, and anyone who cares about building workplaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued.

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]]> What if one of the hardest moments of your career turned out to be the thing that shaped your life’s work?

In this episode, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Dr. Mary Hayes, Research Director for People and Performance at ADP, for an honest, deeply human conversation about work, leadership, and what it really means to help people thrive.

Dr. Hayes shares the personal turning point that set her on her path and how that moment sparked a lifelong commitment to understanding how people experience work, stress, growth, and belonging.

From her journey through educational psychology to leading global research on employee engagement and AI sentiment, Mary brings a rare blend of data-driven insight and real-world empathy.

Mary also shares what she’s seeing next in the world of work, from wellbeing and financial stress to the responsibility leaders have to communicate honestly, even when they don’t have all the answers.

This episode is a must-listen for leaders, Internal Comms professionals, HR teams, and anyone who cares about building workplaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued.

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]]> https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast/season-02/episde-01-beyond-the-numbers LineZero Buzzsprout-18573964 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500 2893 2 1 full false S01 EP10. Leadership, Growth, and The Human Side of Talent S01 EP10. Leadership, Growth, and The Human Side of Talent How do you lead and grow a 10,000+ person organization while keeping people at the center?

In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn and Amanda Downey dive into leadership, growth, and the human side of talent.

Amanda shares lessons learned from leading OSL Retail Services through rapid expansion and change. She also discusses empowering teams, fostering communication, navigating COVID-19, and embracing AI to enhance, not replace, the human connection in recruiting.

A thoughtful conversation on how curiosity, innovation, and empathy can help leaders build thriving, people-first organizations.

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]]> How do you lead and grow a 10,000+ person organization while keeping people at the center?

In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn and Amanda Downey dive into leadership, growth, and the human side of talent.

Amanda shares lessons learned from leading OSL Retail Services through rapid expansion and change. She also discusses empowering teams, fostering communication, navigating COVID-19, and embracing AI to enhance, not replace, the human connection in recruiting.

A thoughtful conversation on how curiosity, innovation, and empathy can help leaders build thriving, people-first organizations.

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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-18099723 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0500 1485 1 10 full false S01 EP09. Connection, Resilience, and Supporting Veterans in The Workplace S01 EP09. Connection, Resilience, and Supporting Veterans in The Workplace From the military to a career dedicated to supporting veterans, Lisa D. Duckworth’s journey is all about resilience, connection, and growth.

In this episode of Elevate, Lisa sits down with Mihae Ahn to share her path from military service to becoming a local veteran employment representative in Utah, where she helps fellow veterans find meaningful careers and opportunities.

She opens up about the challenges of transitioning into civilian life, navigating uncertainty, and embracing her identity as a veteran to create impact.

Lisa’s story is a reminder that career paths are rarely linear. Rather, they’re built on small goals, intentional choices, and the courage to keep moving forward. Along the way, she highlights the power of sharing experiences, building community, and finding joy in helping others thrive.

Whether you’re a veteran, a career-changer, or simply someone seeking purpose in your work, this conversation offers inspiration and practical wisdom on progress, perseverance, and personal growth.

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]]> From the military to a career dedicated to supporting veterans, Lisa D. Duckworth’s journey is all about resilience, connection, and growth.

In this episode of Elevate, Lisa sits down with Mihae Ahn to share her path from military service to becoming a local veteran employment representative in Utah, where she helps fellow veterans find meaningful careers and opportunities.

She opens up about the challenges of transitioning into civilian life, navigating uncertainty, and embracing her identity as a veteran to create impact.

Lisa’s story is a reminder that career paths are rarely linear. Rather, they’re built on small goals, intentional choices, and the courage to keep moving forward. Along the way, she highlights the power of sharing experiences, building community, and finding joy in helping others thrive.

Whether you’re a veteran, a career-changer, or simply someone seeking purpose in your work, this conversation offers inspiration and practical wisdom on progress, perseverance, and personal growth.

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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-17912559 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 1732 1 9 full false S01 EP08. Storytelling, Communication, and Building a Culture of Belonging S01 EP08. Storytelling, Communication, and Building a Culture of Belonging What happens when storytelling becomes more than a skill and turns into a superpower for connection?

In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Betsy Sikma, a corporate communications leader whose passion for storytelling has shaped her career and the workplace cultures she’s built.

Betsy shares how stories became her anchor during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, and how they continue to foster trust, resilience, and belonging across global teams. From navigating change to finding purpose, from mentorship moments to building community, this conversation is packed with heartfelt insights and hard-won wisdom.

Whether you’re leading through change or simply trying to create more human moments at work, Betsy’s journey is a reminder that connection is at the heart of great communication and great leadership.

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]]> What happens when storytelling becomes more than a skill and turns into a superpower for connection?

In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Betsy Sikma, a corporate communications leader whose passion for storytelling has shaped her career and the workplace cultures she’s built.

Betsy shares how stories became her anchor during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, and how they continue to foster trust, resilience, and belonging across global teams. From navigating change to finding purpose, from mentorship moments to building community, this conversation is packed with heartfelt insights and hard-won wisdom.

Whether you’re leading through change or simply trying to create more human moments at work, Betsy’s journey is a reminder that connection is at the heart of great communication and great leadership.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-17872231 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 2131 1 8 full false S01 EP07. Building Workplace Culture Through Appreciation, Communication & Care S01 EP07. Building Workplace Culture Through Appreciation, Communication & Care In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Kerri Warner, Head of Employee Communications, Culture & Engagement at PayPal, to talk all things employee experience, from sparking global connection to leading with compassion.

Kerri shares her winding journey into internal communications, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and how she’s helping shape a workplace where people feel appreciated, included, and inspired to show up as their best selves.

They dive into what it takes to pull off a global Employee Appreciation Week, how to engage a diverse workforce across time zones, and why influence doesn’t always come from authority; it comes from trust, empathy, and listening deeply.

Kerri also gets real about imposter syndrome, personal growth, and how every experience (even the tough ones) can help you grow into the kind of leader who lifts others up.

 If you’ve ever wondered how to create a workplace culture that truly connects people, this conversation will leave you both inspired and equipped. 

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Kerri Warner, Head of Employee Communications, Culture & Engagement at PayPal, to talk all things employee experience, from sparking global connection to leading with compassion.

Kerri shares her winding journey into internal communications, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and how she’s helping shape a workplace where people feel appreciated, included, and inspired to show up as their best selves.

They dive into what it takes to pull off a global Employee Appreciation Week, how to engage a diverse workforce across time zones, and why influence doesn’t always come from authority; it comes from trust, empathy, and listening deeply.

Kerri also gets real about imposter syndrome, personal growth, and how every experience (even the tough ones) can help you grow into the kind of leader who lifts others up.

 If you’ve ever wondered how to create a workplace culture that truly connects people, this conversation will leave you both inspired and equipped. 

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-17829623 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 2348 1 7 full false S01 EP06. Recognition, Culture & The Power of Mentorship S01 EP06. Recognition, Culture & The Power of Mentorship In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Lara Pagano, a meteorologist turned Senior Employee Experience Analyst at the National Weather Service, to talk about the people side of the workplace.

Lara shares how her journey began with Hurricane Bob sparking a love for meteorology, and how that path eventually led her to focus on employee experience and building healthier workplace cultures. Along the way, she reflects on her proudest moments, the mentors who shaped her career, and why supporting employees in both their professional and personal lives makes all the difference.

Together, Mihae and Lara explore the importance of mentorship, continuous learning, and reducing pain points across the employee journey, all while creating a culture where people feel connected, supported, and able to thrive.

If you’re curious about how one leader brings both science and heart to improving the way we work, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Lara Pagano, a meteorologist turned Senior Employee Experience Analyst at the National Weather Service, to talk about the people side of the workplace.

Lara shares how her journey began with Hurricane Bob sparking a love for meteorology, and how that path eventually led her to focus on employee experience and building healthier workplace cultures. Along the way, she reflects on her proudest moments, the mentors who shaped her career, and why supporting employees in both their professional and personal lives makes all the difference.

Together, Mihae and Lara explore the importance of mentorship, continuous learning, and reducing pain points across the employee journey, all while creating a culture where people feel connected, supported, and able to thrive.

If you’re curious about how one leader brings both science and heart to improving the way we work, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-17796196 Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 2038 1 6 full false S01 EP05. Empathy At Work & HR That Makes a Difference S01 EP05. Empathy At Work & HR That Makes a Difference In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Camille Wright to explore her journey into HR, the importance of servant leadership, and the significance of employee experience.

Camille’s journey into HR wasn’t a straight line. It was shaped by curiosity, resilience, and a deep passion for people. Along the way, she’s learned that leadership isn’t about being in front, but about giving, guiding, and creating space for others to thrive.

Together, Mihae and Camille dive into the big themes shaping today’s workplaces: why employee experience is more than just perks, how mental health initiatives can transform high-pressure environments, and what it really takes to connect teams spread across different places and cultures.

Camille also shares her thoughts on work-life harmony, the unexpected mentors that shaped her path, and the role AI could play in building more responsive, supportive HR practices.

If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with empathy while keeping an eye on the future of work, this conversation is full of insights (and heart) you won’t want to miss.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Camille Wright to explore her journey into HR, the importance of servant leadership, and the significance of employee experience.

Camille’s journey into HR wasn’t a straight line. It was shaped by curiosity, resilience, and a deep passion for people. Along the way, she’s learned that leadership isn’t about being in front, but about giving, guiding, and creating space for others to thrive.

Together, Mihae and Camille dive into the big themes shaping today’s workplaces: why employee experience is more than just perks, how mental health initiatives can transform high-pressure environments, and what it really takes to connect teams spread across different places and cultures.

Camille also shares her thoughts on work-life harmony, the unexpected mentors that shaped her path, and the role AI could play in building more responsive, supportive HR practices.

If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with empathy while keeping an eye on the future of work, this conversation is full of insights (and heart) you won’t want to miss.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-17743702 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0400 1980 1 5 full false S01 EP04. Employee Engagement, Wellbeing, and The Psychology of Work S01 EP04. Employee Engagement, Wellbeing, and The Psychology of Work In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Brittany Reardon to explore what it really means to create an employee experience that lasts.

Brittany shares how her background in organizational psychology shapes the way she thinks about work, well-being, and engagement. She reminds us that employee experience isn’t just about making people “happy,” it’s about creating the conditions for people to thrive and do their best work.

From the challenges of hybrid work to the power of in-person connection, Brittany offers honest reflections and practical strategies for building engaged teams. Along the way, she dives into why proactive health management matters, how to measure engagement in meaningful ways, and what the future of employee experience looks like on a global scale.

If you care about creating workplaces where people feel connected, supported, and motivated, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Brittany Reardon to explore what it really means to create an employee experience that lasts.

Brittany shares how her background in organizational psychology shapes the way she thinks about work, well-being, and engagement. She reminds us that employee experience isn’t just about making people “happy,” it’s about creating the conditions for people to thrive and do their best work.

From the challenges of hybrid work to the power of in-person connection, Brittany offers honest reflections and practical strategies for building engaged teams. Along the way, she dives into why proactive health management matters, how to measure engagement in meaningful ways, and what the future of employee experience looks like on a global scale.

If you care about creating workplaces where people feel connected, supported, and motivated, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-17716578 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0400 2091 1 4 full false S01 EP03. Listening & Leading in The Changing World of Internal Communications S01 EP03. Listening & Leading in The Changing World of Internal Communications In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Angela Mendoza to talk about what it really takes to lead people through change.

Angela shares her inspiring journey from customer service to internal communications, reflecting on the lessons she’s learned along the way. From navigating massive organizational changes during COVID — like rolling out a full ERP system to 30,000 people — to finding balance between work and life, her story is full of honesty and insight.

Together, Mihae and Angela explore why listening to employees matters more than ever, how technology (yes, even AI) is shaping the future of internal comms, and why authentic leadership is the key to building trust.

If you’ve ever wondered how to manage change with empathy, or how to create harmony between your personal and professional life, this conversation is for you.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Angela Mendoza to talk about what it really takes to lead people through change.

Angela shares her inspiring journey from customer service to internal communications, reflecting on the lessons she’s learned along the way. From navigating massive organizational changes during COVID — like rolling out a full ERP system to 30,000 people — to finding balance between work and life, her story is full of honesty and insight.

Together, Mihae and Angela explore why listening to employees matters more than ever, how technology (yes, even AI) is shaping the future of internal comms, and why authentic leadership is the key to building trust.

If you’ve ever wondered how to manage change with empathy, or how to create harmony between your personal and professional life, this conversation is for you.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-17691267 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0400 1787 1 3 full false S01 EP02. Mindful Leadership & Building Culture in a Remote World S01 EP02. Mindful Leadership & Building Culture in a Remote World In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Regine Nelson to talk about something we all wrestle with: how to manage our time, our energy, and the roles we play at work and at home.

Regine shares her journey into internal communications and how she’s now helping to build an inclusive, connected culture at Couchbase in a remote-first world. Along the way, she opens up about her pursuit of financial independence and how mindfulness helps her stay grounded through it all.

You’ll hear reflections on balancing family and career, practical tips for staying organized, and why grace is one of the most important things we can offer ourselves and each other.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Regine Nelson to talk about something we all wrestle with: how to manage our time, our energy, and the roles we play at work and at home.

Regine shares her journey into internal communications and how she’s now helping to build an inclusive, connected culture at Couchbase in a remote-first world. Along the way, she opens up about her pursuit of financial independence and how mindfulness helps her stay grounded through it all.

You’ll hear reflections on balancing family and career, practical tips for staying organized, and why grace is one of the most important things we can offer ourselves and each other.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> LineZero Buzzsprout-17634698 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400 1862 1 2 full false S01 EP01. Purpose-Driven Leadership & Navigating Change in Franchising S01 EP01. Purpose-Driven Leadership & Navigating Change in Franchising In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Tammy Nienaber for a candid and thoughtful conversation about purpose, resilience, and what it really takes to lead through change, especially in complex environments like franchising.

Tammy shares her personal journey and how therapy became a powerful tool in navigating professional highs and lows. From the impact of COVID-19 on communication strategies to the nuances of managing change across different franchise locations, she offers insight grounded in experience and heart.

Together, they explore how technology can connect teams, why purpose is more than a buzzword, and how building genuine relationships can shape a meaningful career. This episode is full of practical wisdom and honest reflections for anyone leading in today’s workplace.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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]]> In this episode of Elevate, Mihae Ahn sits down with Tammy Nienaber for a candid and thoughtful conversation about purpose, resilience, and what it really takes to lead through change, especially in complex environments like franchising.

Tammy shares her personal journey and how therapy became a powerful tool in navigating professional highs and lows. From the impact of COVID-19 on communication strategies to the nuances of managing change across different franchise locations, she offers insight grounded in experience and heart.

Together, they explore how technology can connect teams, why purpose is more than a buzzword, and how building genuine relationships can shape a meaningful career. This episode is full of practical wisdom and honest reflections for anyone leading in today’s workplace.

STAY CONNECTED!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/linezero/
Website: https://www.linezero.com/resources/podcast

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