diversity — Podcast — Jackson Lucas

Beyond the Resume with Alexis Verduijn (HR Series with Debi Damesek)

In this episode of the Beyond the Resume podcast, host Debi Damesek interviews Alexis Verduijn, a talent acquisition specialist in the senior living industry. Alexis shares her unique journey into HR, her experiences as a parent, and how her time at home shaped her professional skills. In this conversation, Alexis and Debi discuss the intersection of parenting and professional life, emphasizing the importance of empathy, networking, and diversity in the workplace. The dialogue highlights the value of understanding individual stories behind resumes and the need for companies to embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Julio LaraMarch 17, 2025talent acquisition, senior living, HR, recruitment, parenting, career choices, soft skills, work-life balance, personal growth, professional development, networking, diversity, workforce, empathy, career transition, hiring practices, post-pandemic

The Impact HR Podcast with Ripa Rashid

On this episode of the Impact HR Podcast presented by Jackson Lucas Executive Search, Debi interviews Ripa Rashid, the Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Consumer Reports. Ripa shares her background and expertise in the field and the two discuss the difference between inclusion and belonging, the importance of diversity in leadership, and the role of the chief diversity officer in organizations. It's a deep discussion with one of the industry's true experts. You don't want to miss it.

Julio LaraJuly 25, 2024diversity, inclusion, talent, belonging, astrophysics, anthropology, data-driven strategy, chief diversity officer, leadership, DEI, business imperative, challenges, headwinds, neurodiversity, social justice, career advice