Andy Storch sits down with Paul Carney, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Carter Bank & Trust. With over 30 years of experience in business and HR and certifications in AI and blockchain, Paul has an impressive background in leading transformative HR initiatives.

Paul shares his journey from tech projects to heading the entire HR operations at Carter Bank, where he built the HR and talent development functions from scratch.

We'll explore:

• How he introduced foundational practices like job descriptions, performance reviews, and leadership development in an environment that previously lacked comprehensive HR structures.
• The innovative ways he's leveraging AI to revolutionize talent development, offering practical tips and insights for HR professionals eager to embrace new technologies.
• The successful management development programs and the surprising impact they had on reducing attrition rates and boosting employee engagement.

Join us as we navigate the future of HR, discuss the role of AI in learning and development, and get inspired by Paul's actionable strategies to harness innovation, reshape processes, and create high-performing teams.

Paul Carney helps leaders harness the power of people as the Chief Human Resources Officer at Carter Bank & Trust, a $4B community bank with locations in Virginia and North Carolina. He is an accomplished author and speaker and has more than 30 years of experience in business, IT, and as a human resources professional and career advocate.

Paul often explains that he is a business person who manages HR while being a trusted advisor to his business partners. He wrote and published his first book, "Move Your Æ(ash): Know, Grow, and Show Your Career Value" in 2018. Paul has been designated a Certified Artificial Intelligence (AI) Expert™ and Certified Prompt Engineer™ by the Blockchain Council.

Paul and Lisa, his wife, live in Oak Ridge, NC, and have achieved their Level 2 Award in Wine. They enjoy spending time with their two adult children, visiting the beach, and stopping at wineries along the way.

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In this bonus Q&A with JP, he shares:

1. His proudest moment and biggest failure in his career so far
2. A trend that he is following in Talent Development right now
3. The biggest challenge he sees in Talent Development today
4. Books that have made a big impact on his life
5. One piece of career advice he has for you

JP Elliott is a forward-thinking global human resources executive with extensive experience implementing human capital initiatives that drive business results, improve organizational performance, and elevate company culture.

He is a trusted business partner to C-level and senior management teams who can translate business needs into people strategies aligned with the enterprise priorities and P&L targets.

Over his career, JP has been fortunate to work across a broad spectrum of industries and organizations, many under going significant business and culture transformations. These experiences have shaped him into a versatile, pragmatic, and global leader who builds strong teams that deliver results.

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We are thrilled to welcome JP Elliott for a dynamic and insightful conversation. In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving world of HR and talent development.

JP, a distinguished HR and talent development expert, shares:

• Invaluable strategies on how to proactively get involved in crucial business conversations by building relationships and credibility
• The transformative potential of AI in HR, specifically in learning and development, curriculum design, and talent acquisition
• How AI can act as a supercharged assistant to enhance creativity and decision-making
• His personal journey, from his initial steps at Taco Bell to becoming the Chief People Officer for Williams Marston.
• The concept of "authentic influence" in organizational transformation
• Executive assessments, succession planning, and leadership development programs vital for sustaining growth and continuity in leadership roles

JP Elliott is a forward-thinking global human resources executive with extensive experience implementing human capital initiatives that drive business results, improve organizational performance, and elevate company culture.

He is a trusted business partner to C-level and senior management teams who can translate business needs into people strategies aligned with the enterprise priorities and P&L targets.

Over his career, JP has been fortunate to work across a broad spectrum of industries and organizations, many under going significant business and culture transformations. These experiences have shaped him into a versatile, pragmatic, and global leader who builds strong teams that deliver results.

Connect with Andy Storch here:

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Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!

Connect with JP Elliott:

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