The Evolution of Workplace Culture with Stacy Cullinan of Talent Growth Solutions

Culture Amplified

In this episode, we discuss the evolution of corporate culture from an emphasis on conformity to a focus on meaning, purpose, and belonging.

Stacy Cullinan shares her insights on the role of listening and flexibility in fostering a positive and inclusive environment. She discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by mergers and acquisitions and the importance of mentoring and leadership in shaping organizational culture.

Amy Bates emphasizes the power of live events in shaping and amplifying organizational culture. By creating immersive experiences that align with the company’s personality and values, events can reinforce the desired culture and create memorable moments for attendees.

Stacy highlights the significance of employee resource groups in creating a sense of belonging and providing a platform for employees to share their experiences, celebrate their differences, and contribute to a more inclusive culture.

Looking to the future, Stacy identifies the impact of artificial intelligence on workplace practices and an increasing focus on employee well-being as two significant issues that need to be addressed by HR leaders in the continuous evolution of workplace dynamics in a rapidly changing world.

You can read the full transcript of this conversation on our website.

Learn more about avad3 in Episode 5: “Building a People-Centered Production Company”

Featured In This Episode

Stacy Cullinan is Head of People & Culture at Talent Growth Solutions, where she provides fractional and interim Executive Human Resources, People, and Culture leadership to organizations in periods of rapid change and growth. Throughout her career, Stacy has led human resources teams with Fortune 500 companies, including Cox Automotive, Novartis, and McKesson. Her experience spans healthcare technology, ophthalmic medical devices & consumer products, pharmaceutical sales, and digital & software solutions for the automotive industry. Stacy is passionate about transforming the culture into a more diverse, fair, and inclusive environment where everyone can learn and thrive. She enjoys connecting the dots and assembling the right talent at the table to solve the most critical business challenges.

Amy Bates is Senior Director of Strategic Projects at avad3 Event Production, a full-service provider of audio, video, lighting, staging, set design, and streaming services for in-person, virtual, or hybrid events. She is a highly sought-after expert in major event strategy and execution. Prior to joining avad3, Amy owned and operated a full-service event planning firm for 20 years. avad3 Event Production is a people-centered production company that brings listening, empathy, and integrity to every client engagement, along with world-class technical expertise and seamless execution.

Adrian McIntyre, PhD is a cultural anthropologist, media personality, and internationally recognized authority on communication and human connection. He delivers engaging keynote speeches and experiential culture-shift programs that train executives, managers, and teams to communicate more effectively and connect on a deeper level by asking better questions and telling better stories.

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