WorkTech Podcast

WorkTech Podcast

Future Insights, Strategy, Innovation

The WorkTech Podcast explores the critical trends shaping the future of work and HR tech. George LaRocque of WorkTech, drawing from years of advising top innovators, investors, and enterprises, guides you through market deals, issues, opportunities, and trends—all through a strategic, actionable lens.

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2025 Outlook: Economic Uncertainty & Workforce Dynamics with Andrew Flowers, Appcast Chief Economist
WorkTech PodcastMarch 26, 202500:36:59

2025 Outlook: Economic Uncertainty & Workforce Dynamics with Andrew Flowers, Appcast Chief Economist

Hiring is slowing, the job market is increasingly less dynamic, and economic uncertainty looms. Andrew Flowers, Chief Economist at Appcast, joins me to analyze the latest job market data, including hiring trends, workforce churn, wage growth, and how factors like AI, government policy, and inflation...

JobGet’s M&A Strategy: What Acquiring Seasoned Means for the Hiring Market with CEO Tony Liu
WorkTech PodcastMarch 25, 202500:25:55

JobGet’s M&A Strategy: What Acquiring Seasoned Means for the Hiring Market with CEO Tony Liu

Breaking down JobGet’s acquisition of Seasoned, its impact on hourly hiring, and how AI is shaping the future of recruitment. JobGet is making big moves in the hiring market, acquiring Seasoned just after Snagajob. Tony Liu, CEO of JobGet, shares insights on why this deal strengthens their AI-driven...

Scaling HR with AI: How Symba Automates Onboarding, Offboarding & More with CEO Ahva Sadeghi
WorkTech PodcastMarch 25, 202500:27:26

Scaling HR with AI: How Symba Automates Onboarding, Offboarding & More with CEO Ahva Sadeghi

HR teams are under pressure to do more with less, and Symba is helping them get there. Ahva Sadeghi joins me to discuss how AI-powered workflow automation is transforming HR by streamlining onboarding, offboarding, compliance, and training—helping top employers boost efficiency while improving the e...

How Lightcast is Powering Talent Intelligence with AI and Workforce Data with Cole Napper, VP of Research, Innovation, and Insights
WorkTech PodcastFebruary 25, 202500:34:24

How Lightcast is Powering Talent Intelligence with AI and Workforce Data with Cole Napper, VP of Research, Innovation, and Insights

Lightcast’s Cole Napper joins George LaRocque to discuss the power of workforce data, AI-driven skills taxonomies, and talent intelligence. They explore how organizations can leverage labor market insights to navigate workforce risk, optimize hiring strategies, and prepare for the evolving future of...

AI Governance, Risk, and Adoption in HR with FairNow's Guru Sethupathy
WorkTech PodcastFebruary 10, 202500:33:39

AI Governance, Risk, and Adoption in HR with FairNow's Guru Sethupathy

AI is transforming HR, but adoption stalls without governance, compliance, and trust. Guru Sethupathy, CEO of FairNow, joins the WorkTech Podcast to break down AI risk, ethics, and compliance in HR tech. We explore how organizations can simplify AI governance, reduce risk, and ensure responsible ado...

Can AI Reduce Bias? Insights from Torin Ellis on HR’s Biggest Dilemma
WorkTech PodcastJanuary 17, 202500:42:54

Can AI Reduce Bias? Insights from Torin Ellis on HR’s Biggest Dilemma

The rise of AI in HR presents opportunities and challenges, particularly in reducing bias. I explore these dynamics with Torin Ellis, discussing insights from his latest report and strategies for implementing AI ethically. We focus on the transformative potential of AI to enhance equity and inclusio...

Humareso CEO John Baldino and Rhabit Analytics Founder Kevin Kelly on the Humareso Acquisition of Rhabit Analytics
WorkTech PodcastJanuary 13, 202500:45:37

Humareso CEO John Baldino and Rhabit Analytics Founder Kevin Kelly on the Humareso Acquisition of Rhabit Analytics

HR innovation takes center stage as we explore how Humareso’s acquisition of Rhabit Analytics creates a new standard in data-driven talent management with Humareso CEO John Baldino and Rhabit Analytics CoFounder Kevin Kelly. We discuss gamification, behavioral analytics, and longitudinal measurement...

Reimagining Recruitment Marketing: Insights from HireClix CEO Neil Costa
WorkTech PodcastJanuary 07, 202500:41:11

Reimagining Recruitment Marketing: Insights from HireClix CEO Neil Costa

Recruitment marketing is evolving, and we take a look at how HireClix’s innovative approach to career sites, advanced analytics, and employer branding is transforming the candidate experience. With CEO Neil Costa, we explore what it takes to deliver measurable ROI and create lasting impressions in t...

The Future of Frontline Work: AI, Flexibility, and Human Connection with Wonolo CEO Yong Kim
WorkTech PodcastJanuary 02, 202500:33:54

The Future of Frontline Work: AI, Flexibility, and Human Connection with Wonolo CEO Yong Kim

Frontline hiring is undergoing rapid transformation. George LaRocque and Wonolo CEO Yong Kim discuss how Wonolo’s AI-powered job manager is setting a new standard for flexibility, efficiency, and transparency. They explore the balance between automation and the human touch, delivering seamless exper...

How to Build a Profitable Company While Limiting VC Funding
WorkTech PodcastNovember 27, 202400:36:15

How to Build a Profitable Company While Limiting VC Funding

Toby Egbuna, founder of Chezie, shares his journey of building a profitable startup without relying on venture capital. In this conversation, we explore the power of bootstrapping, alternative funding sources like grants, and the critical mindset shift needed for sustainable startup success. We also...