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Becoming Better with StartupExperts

This podcast is about amazing people, their perspectives on our ever-changing world, and more specifically how we adapt to these changes as leaders. My name is Jesse Freese and this podcast is about Becoming Better with StartupExperts.

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19:50

Leading with Belonging, Curiosity, and Community —...

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2026/01/02

In this final Becoming Better at StartupExperts episode of the year, Jesse sits down with Holly Hatlo, Lead HR Business Partner at Hatch and one of our 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025.Holly shares her career journey through the startup ecosystem—from early-stage growth at DoorDash to leading people strategy at Hatch—and reflects on the moments that shaped her most as an HR and People Ops leader. She speaks candidly about the power of community, the importance of belonging, and how StartupExperts has

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19:10

Leading with Simplicity: Elisabeth Woodfield’s...

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2025/12/23

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts, Jesse Freese sits down with Elisabeth Woodfield, one of our Leaders to Follow in 2025, for a thoughtful conversation on modern talent leadership, simplicity, and the evolving role of AI in recruiting.Elisabeth shares her journey from Goldman Sachs to leading talent teams in high-growth startups, including her upcoming role as Head of Talent at Centrelink. Together, they explore how talent acquisition is shifting from a transactional function

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15:37

Leading with: Dave Carhart’s Experimentation,...

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2025/12/17

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts, Jesse sits down with Dave Carhart, one of our 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025 and a long-time contributor to the StartupExperts community. Dave shares his career journey from technical recruiting in Milwaukee to leading HR teams through hyper-growth, IPO, and acquisition — and eventually transitioning into his current role as a fractional CPO and compensation/AI consultant.The conversation explores Dave’s reflections from his time on the

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12:20

Leading with: Authenticity, Curiosity, and Growth...

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2025/12/12

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts, Jesse sits down with Chelsea Gregory, Head of Global HR at Suki and one of StartupExperts’ “25 Leaders to Follow in 2025.” Chelsea shares her remarkable journey from teaching in Spain to joining Suki as an office manager in 2018 and growing into a senior HR leadership role.The conversation explores her parallel growth with StartupExperts, her passion for cultivating meaningful employee experiences, and her commitment to supporting teams during

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18:23

Leading with Innovation: How Shayne Kuhaneck...

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2025/12/08

In this Becoming Better short-form conversation, Jesse sits down with Shayne Kuhaneck, Sr. Vice President of Finance of Fanatics Betting and Gaming and one of StartupExperts’ 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025. Shayne shares his remarkable career journey — from serving on a nuclear submarine in the U.S. Navy, to technical leadership roles at the Financial Accounting Standards Board, to navigating the fast-moving world of tech at Meta, and now helping build a true startup environment inside Fanatics

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19:45

Leading With: Curiosity and Strategic Transformation...

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2025/12/02

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts, Jesse sits down with Sarika Lamont, Chief People Officer at ARD and one of our 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025.Sarika shares her unique, nontraditional path into HR—beginning in sales and marketing at Philip Morris, moving into management consulting, and eventually stepping into senior HR leadership through a deep understanding of business systems, people strategy, and organizational scale. Together, Jesse and Sarika unpack lessons from building

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18:48

Leading with Perspective: Heather Dunn on Slowing...

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2025/11/21

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts, Jesse sits down with Heather Dunn, Chief People Officer at Brex and one of our 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025.Heather shares her journey from starting in HR at just sixteen to leading people strategy at some of the most innovative companies in tech. She opens up about the lessons learned along the way — from navigating cultural misalignment to redefining what balance and fulfillment look like in leadership. Together, Jesse and Heather explore

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16:24

Leading with Intention and Insight: Lessons from the...

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2025/11/18

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts, Jesse Freese sits down with Adam Hill, seasoned startup leader and one of StartupExperts’ 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025. Adam shares his journey through the startup ecosystem — from co-founding an accelerator in North Carolina to leading People Operations and recruiting for venture-backed tech companies in New York. Now at Sidecar, a FinTech supporting early-stage investors, Adam reflects on what he’s learned across five startups and one recent

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12:50

Leading with Courage and Intention: Rethinking How We...

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2025/11/14

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts: 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025 series, Jesse Freese sits down with Eliza Bell, an experienced People Leader and consultant who currently serves as a fractional Head of People for multiple clients. Eliza shares her unique journey into HR — from working in the startup world at a company called Kitchen Surfing to leading People teams in robotics and tech — and how her early experiences shaped her leadership philosophy today.Together, Jesse and

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18:29

Leading with Self-Awareness: Tanaz Mody on People,...

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2025/11/10

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts – 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025, Jesse Freese sits down with Tanaz Mody Operating Partner at Lerer Hippeau, to explore what it means to build people-first organizations from the ground up. Tanaz shares lessons from her journey across early-stage startups and venture, offering candid insights on how culture and leadership must evolve as companies grow. She reflects on the importance of self-awareness, clear communication, and setting expectations

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15:36

Leading with Authenticity: Ashley Hall on Building...

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2025/10/31

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts — 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025, Jesse Freese sits down with Ashley Hall, Head of People and Culture at Cocokind, a Bay Area skincare brand redefining beauty with authenticity and sustainability.Ashley shares her nonlinear journey from horticulture and environmental work to startup leadership, and how she’s cultivated a people-first culture that mirrors Cocokind’s mission to be a community-first brand. She reflects on her biggest leadership

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18:30

Leading with Openness: Maggie Ruvoldt on the Human...

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2025/10/29

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts, Jesse Freese sits down with Maggie Ruvoldt, Chief Human Resources Officer at LEARN Behavioral and one of StartupExperts’ 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025. With over 30 years of experience in HR, Maggie shares her journey from aspiring social worker to becoming a seasoned people leader who believes that HR sits at the heart of every great business. She opens up about the power of feedback, the importance of courage in difficult moments, and the

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10:59

Leading with Curiosity and Confidence - A...

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2025/10/20

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts, Jesse Freese sits down with Sreyas, Head of People and Talent at Stay AI, and one of this year’s 25 recognized community leaders within StartupExperts.Sreyas shares her journey from starting in recruiting to leading people operations in fast-growing tech companies, including her current work in the AI space. She discusses the evolution of her career, lessons learned from scaling teams, and what it means to bring a “builder mindset” to

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15:51

Leading with Empathy: From Patrick Sutton's Unicorn...

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2025/10/14

In this “25 Leaders to Follow in 2025” edition of Becoming Better with StartupExperts, Jesse Freese spotlights Patrick Sutton—his pivot from film to people leadership, two decades across Fortune 500, public sector, startups, and back again, and the people-first philosophy that anchors his work.Patrick opens up about the habits that shaped him (including his “1% better every day” lens), hard-won lessons on balance, and his forthcoming book inviting leaders to trade the unicorn myth for legendary

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16:28

Leading with Curiosity and Courage: A Conversation...

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2025/09/23

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts, Jesse Freese sits down with Bob Starr, VP of Human Resources at Zap Surgical Systems and one of our 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025.Bob reflects on his 20+ year career in HR — from his early days at Atari to leading people operations at innovative medical device companies. He shares lessons learned along the way, including: Why vulnerability can be a powerful leadership tool. The importance of making the right hiring decisions. How stepping

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18:35

Leading with Learning: Emily on Community, Curiosity,...

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2025/09/16

Jesse sits down with Emily—recently named one of our “25 Leaders to Follow in ’25” and our VP of Learning & Content—to talk about leading through curiosity, building a culture of learning, and why giving back compounds impact.In this conversation, Jesse thanks Emily for her outsized contributions to our community and team, spotlighting why she was selected as one of our 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025. Emily reflects on what it means to lead learning-first: creating simple systems that make growth

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14:52

Leading with Curiosity and Kindness — A Conversation...

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2025/08/27

In this episode of the Becoming Better Podcast — 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025 series, Jesse sits down with Alan Federman to talk about the values that truly shape great leadership.Alan reflects on a recent conversation with his daughter that reminded him of two core values he carries with him in work and in life: curiosity and kindness. Together, Jesse and Alan explore how those values influence the way leaders show up, build relationships, and continue to grow. Listeners will also catch a

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11:05

An Interview with Fredo Alban – Visionary Leader for...

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2025/08/20

In this edition of our 25 Leaders to Follow in 2025 Series, we sit down with Fredo Alban, a trailblazing leader shaping the future of business and impact.Fredo shares his journey and perspective on what it means to lead with resilience, innovation, and authenticity in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. From navigating complex challenges to championing inclusive growth, his leadership offers a blueprint for balancing vision with execution. Whether you’re driving strategy in People, Operations, or

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16:18

An Interview with Adriana Asdourian – Purpose-Driven...

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2025/05/14

In this episode of Becoming Better with StartupExperts, we sit down with Adriana Asdourian, a purpose-driven leader at Sequoia Social Impact, to explore how companies can embed social good into their core strategies—not just their CSR decks.Adriana shares her perspective on what it means to build cultures that align performance with purpose, how impact initiatives can drive business growth, and why intention matters more than perfection. Whether you're leading People, Ops, or Finance, her insights

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41:34

An Interview with Diane Sadowski-Joseph and Jamie...

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2025/04/05

In this episode, we chat with the team at ApplyAI about how they’re making AI more approachable and actionable for professionals. From common misconceptions to real-world use cases, we explore how teams can confidently integrate AI into their workflows—and what leaders need to know to stay ahead.

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