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Culture Transformation for High Performing Teams - an interview with Brenda Dysinger, Chief Human Resources Officer of Seneca Gaming Corporation

culture high performance transformation Apr 02, 2025

In the latest Fearless Female Leadership interview, I had the pleasure of speaking with Brenda Dysinger, Chief Human Resources Officer of Seneca Gaming Corporation, about the evolving landscape of leadership, the power of authenticity, and how HR can be a true strategic driver in an organization.

Brenda’s leadership journey is a testament to resilience and adaptability. She spoke about her early career, where she had to navigate male-dominated spaces and learn how to advocate for herself and others. Her approach to leadership is rooted in fostering trust, prioritizing culture, and leading with transparency.

She shared how HR has transformed from a compliance-focused function to a core driver of business success. In her role, Brenda ensures that employee engagement, leadership development, and inclusion are at the forefront of corporate strategy. She believes that when leaders invest in people, they create stronger businesses and better results.

Brenda also emphasized the importance of con...

Getting Up to Speed Fast in an Executive Role - an Interview with Rachel Tuller, Vice President Global Channels at Autodesk

culture mentorship trust Jan 29, 2025

I had the great pleasure of interviewing Rachel Tuller, Vice President Global Channel Sales at Autodesk. Rachel discusses her career journey, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and overcoming challenges. She highlights her non-linear career path, starting as a technical trainer and evolving through various roles. Rachel credits her success to leveraging transferable skills and the support of mentors like James Mundell. At Autodesk, she emphasizes the importance of understanding the company culture, building trust, and establishing executive relationships. Rachel advised new executives to create a stakeholder map, have a clear plan, and leverage available resources. She stresses the balance between collaboration and confidence in driving success.

Key takeaways from this interview:

0:01:15 Rachel's family history of professional women inspired her to be a "fearless female" and pursue impactful work that helps others.
0:02:40 Rachel's career path has been a "lattice, not a ladder

Creating High Performing Cultures - an Interview with Mindi Cox

culture high performance Mar 14, 2024

I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Mindi Cox, Chief Marketing and People Officer at OC Tanner, who shares her insights on fostering a high-performing culture within organizations.

We discussed the importance of prioritizing employee well-being, especially during economic uncertainty.

Mindi emphasizes the need for leaders to build strong relationships and provide support, which can lead to increased loyalty and productivity. She also touches on the shift from seeing roles as transactional to viewing them as responsibilities that bring joy and connection.

Key Takeaways:

Mindi's Journey (00:01:09) Mindi shares her journey to leadership, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and making promises to oneself.
Importance of Relationships (00:12:30) Mindi emphasizes the significance of relationships and the impact on the organization's culture and long-term results.
Work-Life Balance and Flexibility (00:16:21) Mindi shares her personal experience with work-life bala...

Podcast Episode #50: "The Importance of Community and an Inclusive Culture" - An Interview with Adriana Sifakis

community culture destiny inclusive May 22, 2020

The Importance of Community and an Inclusive Culture

Want to transform your life experience into more impact and joy in the world? I had the honor of interviewing Ideagen Global VP, author of S.W.A.K., CEO of The Italian Place and mother of 3, Adriana Sifakis.

SO GOOD! Here Are a Couple of the Main Take-Aways:

COVID-19 has been a time to slow down and put on our thinking cap in order to decide how to best change as we more forward
Yes, you can create your destiny with some help and a lot of hard work
Sitting on the floor and crying or wanting to give up (many times:) is normal. Get some help and push through the challenges
Try to help others in which ever small or big way you are able

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Culture Transformation for High Performing Teams - an interview with Brenda Dysinger, Chief Human Resources Officer of Seneca Gaming Corporation

Getting Up to Speed Fast in an Executive Role - an Interview with Rachel Tuller, Vice President Global Channels at Autodesk

Creating High Performing Cultures - an Interview with Mindi Cox

Podcast Episode #50: "The Importance of Community and an Inclusive Culture" - An Interview with Adriana Sifakis

The Importance of Community and an Inclusive Culture

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