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HR Bytes

Jay Polaki, Founder & CEO, HR Geckos

An original podcast and video series brought to you by Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos. Jay will be speaking to HR professionals who bring a "think globally and act locally" digital HR agenda to their work. Everyday people driving digital transformations in their organizations - data-driven & future-fit digital HR leaders.

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19:27

HR Bytes S5E2: Jay Polaki in conversation with...

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2025/10/30

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), sits with Jon-Paul Ales-Barnicoat, CHRO at AliveCor, a global health tech startup, where, as CHRO, he set the stage for next-stage growth. We cover why AI is best used to enhance—not replace—your unique leadership voice, how to truly map career journeys with tech, and what it means to keep the “human” at the center of human resources. Jon-Paul’s take: “Use AI for qualification, not disqualification, and let recruiters build real

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16:00

HR Bytes S5Ep1: Jay Polaki in conversation with Kandi...

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2025/09/27

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), sits with Kandi Gongora—Chief Transformation and People Officer at Goodway Group and now CHRO at The Car Group, a visionary HR leader with over 20 years of global experience.In this episode, Kandi shares a practical approach to embracing AI in HR: start with curiosity, experiment with small processes, and seek learning opportunities from mentors and digital forums. Key takeaways: Being open and adaptable is critical—yesterday’s best

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22:37

HR Bytes S4Ep10: Jay Polaki in conversation with...

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2025/06/16

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), engages in a fascinating conversation with Margaret Ruvoldt. Margaret shares her excitement about the evolving role of AI and automation in HR. She emphasizes the importance of understanding AI fundamentals and encourages her team to utilize generative AI in everyday tasks to become familiar with its capabilities. Margaret discusses striking a balance between high-value human interactions and technological efficiencies, enabling her

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30:19

HR Bytes S4E9: Jay Polaki in conversation with Geri...

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2025/05/23

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), engages in a fascinating conversation with Geri Murphy. Geri shares insights into her journey into HR leadership, emphasizing the excitement and challenges of pioneering HR initiatives in a dynamic organization. She discusses her unexpected path to becoming Head of HR at Temporal, driven by the innovative vision of the company's first-time founders and managers. Reflecting on her role, Geri describes the transformative impact of

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22:17

HR Bytes S4E8: Jay Polaki in conversation with Alena...

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2025/04/09

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), engages in a fascinating conversation with Alena Reva. Alena highlighted the need for strategic thinking before adopting new technologies, stressing the importance of identifying specific pain points and selecting solutions that genuinely address them. Drawing from her experiences, she discussed successful implementations of automation tools like ATS, which significantly improved operational efficiencies and metrics within her

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24:06

HR Bytes S4E7: Jay Polaki in conversation with Albert...

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2025/03/06

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), engages in insightful conversations with Albert Loyola, a seasoned global consultant specializing in human capital and artificial intelligence. Albert Loyola discusses a strategic approach to integrating AI into HR processes, outlining four essential phases. First, organizations must prepare by raising awareness and conducting educational campaigns at all levels. Next, AI initiatives should be aligned with business objectives to

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18:53

HR Bytes S4E6: Jay Polaki in conversation with Velia...

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2025/02/15

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), engages in an insightful conversation with Velia Murillo. Velia Murillo serves as the Global Head of People at Treble Music, a music application company, where she is a pivotal member of the executive leadership team. As the first HR hire, Velia has pioneered the establishment of HR operations from the ground up, overseeing a diverse workforce spanning across various cultures, time zones, and languages in the US, Mexico, Armenia,

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17:53

HR Bytes S4E5: Jay Polaki in conversation with Mike...

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2024/12/23

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), engages in a fascinating conversation with Mike Cilla, a Data-driven HR Leader with expertise in HR Strategy, Analytics, and HR Consulting. Throughout the discussion, Mike delves into strategies for optimizing HR data infrastructure to ensure accuracy and relevance, enhancing the utilization of machine learning and automation tools. He underscores the significance of integrating technology while maintaining the human touch in HR

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16:05

HR Bytes S4E4: Jay Polaki in conversation with Joyeta...

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2024/10/31

In this episode of HR Bytes, Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos, explores a thought-provoking conversation with Joyeta Samanta, an Innovative People Leader and Culture Catalyst with extensive experience in HR and technology. Joyeta examines the transformative potential of AI in HR, highlighting its ability to automate tasks and enhance strategic decision-making across recruitment, employee engagement, and performance management. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining a human-centric

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17:50

HR Bytes S4E3: Jay Polaki in conversation with Ify...

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2024/07/17

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), engages in an insightful conversation with Ify Etuokwu, a seasoned HR manager with over ten years of experience. Ify shares her journey from special education teaching to HR, and her deep passion for creating inclusive workplaces and empowering employees. Throughout the conversation, Ify provides valuable insights on the importance of addressing pain points in HR processes to effectively implement AI and automation and strategies for

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29:32

HR Bytes S4E2: Jay Polaki in conversation with Meg Bear

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2024/06/05

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/) engages in a fascinating conversation with Meg Bear, former President and Chief Product Officer at SAP Success Factors. Meg shares her insights on HR technology, the impact of automation and AI, and the importance of maintaining a human touch amidst technological advancements. She discusses her current sabbatical, focusing on innovation and personal growth, and offers practical advice for HR leaders on preparing for and leveraging new

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17:26

HR Bytes S4E1: Jay Polaki in conversation with Angela...

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2024/05/04

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), in conversation with Angela Cheng-Cimini, Senior Vice President of Talent and CHRO at Harvard Business Publishing. Angela brings extensive expertise to the table, showcasing her dedication to enhancing the intersection of people and technology within organizations. Her commitment lies in leveraging systems and data to drive organizational success. Outside of her professional endeavors, Angela finds joy in spending quality time with

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27:34

HR Bytes S3E7: Jay Polaki in conversation with Tim...

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2023/11/28

HR Bytes S3E7: Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), in conversation with Tim Whitley, Director of HR Technology at Oklahoma State University. Tim is passionate about the intersection of people and tech and the opportunity to make systems and data work for the organization. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, three kids, and their dog; reading; and doing nerd stuff.Visit #HRBytes' Web Home at https://hrgeckos.com/podcast.html Reach Jay on

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32:03

HR Bytes S3E6: Jay Polaki in conversation with Stela...

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2023/10/29

HR Bytes S3E6: Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), in conversation with Stela Lupushor. Stela is a thought leader, speaker, educator, and futurist on a mission to humanize the workplace. She advises startups, venture funds, and mature enterprises on using design thinking, technology, and analytics to create inclusive workplaces. Stela works with the Conference Board’s Fortune 500 member corporations on rethinking their workplace strategies and leads Reframe.Work

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19:56

HR Bytes S3E5: Jay Polaki in conversation with Anna...

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2023/09/28

HR Bytes S3E5: Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), in conversation with Anna Turner, Vice President of Product at Paycor. Anna is a visionary leader with over two decades of experience in the HR tech industry. What sets Anna apart is her unique journey, having begun her career as an HR practitioner. This background has instilled in her a deep understanding of the needs and challenges faced by HR professionals. Anna aims to empower frontline leaders with cutting-edge

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27:05

HR Bytes S3E4: Jay Polaki in conversation with...

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2023/08/31

HR Bytes S3E4: Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com/), in conversation with Rajamma Krishnamurthy, Senior Director, AI Center of Excellence, Microsoft. Rajamma's extensive experience in HR technology spans over 23 years, working with organizations like Monsanto, Pharmacia & Upjohn, and now, Microsoft. She emphasizes her continued passion for learning and the evolving HR tech space. Visit #HRBytes' Web Home for the video and transcript and more insightful episodes at

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29:12

HR Bytes S3E3: Jay Polaki in conversation with Dr....

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2023/07/28

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com), in conversation with Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, an international authority in people analytics, talent management, leadership development, and the Human-AI interface. He is the Chief Innovation Officer at Manpower Group, co-founder of Deeper Signals and Metaprofiling, and Professor of Business Psychology at both University College London and Columbia University. His latest book is I, Human: AI, Automation, and the Quest to Reclaim

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17:07

HR Bytes S3E2: Jay Polaki in conversation with Ardy...

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2023/06/21

Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com), in conversation with Aradhya (Ardy) Srivastava, Group Product Leader at Intuit. Ardy is a product and technology thought leader with extensive experience and expertise in leading people/HR technology products from inception to shipping. He has a dual passion for people and technology, and HR tech is a blend of the two. Ardy is passionate about improving the 'technology experience' at large corporations so that all employees have the

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22:41

HR Bytes S3E1: Jay Polaki in conversation with Duane...

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2023/05/21

HR Bytes S3E1: Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com), in conversation with Duane Bray, Chief Product Officer at Groopit. Duane Bray is based in New York, and he is passionate about workplace innovation, helping leaders solve complex challenges in today's environment, and how to align business needs with talent capabilities. Duane brings both a user experience and leadership strategy capability to the role. He recently joined Groopit after a 27-year career at the design and

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30:22

HR Bytes S2Bonus: Jay Polaki in conversation with...

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2023/02/12

HR Bytes S2 Bonus: Jay Polaki, Founder and CEO of HR Geckos (https://hrgeckos.com), in conversation with Marc S. Miller. Marc is a nationally known independent consultant on all aspects of technology solutions for Human Resources. His consulting firm, a sole proprietorship, now in its 35th year, and his industry visibility and New Yorker attitude, has made Marc S. Miller one of the HR Technology industry's most recognized, invigorating and creative voices. He is a founding member of the NYC IHRIM

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