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Future Proof HR Podcast
Welcome to the Future Proof HR podcast by Cleary, hosted by Thomas Kunjappu, Cleary's CEO. In this podcast, we dive into the latest innovations in HR, exploring how AI and automation are transforming people operations.
Thomas regularly shares his insights on the future of work, while also bringing in thought leaders who are pushing the boundaries of AI in HR to offer fresh perspectives on the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Whether you're an HR leader aiming to optimize your operations or simply curious about how technology is reshaping the workplace, Future Proof HR is your go-to resource for actionable insights and emerging trends in HR technology.
Future Proof HR Podcast
Distrupt The Process, Not The People: Building Human-Centered HR with AI
In this episode, Thomas Kunjappu sits down with Heather Hiddleston, Chief Human Resources Officer at Athletic Brewing Co. to talk about how small HR teams can lead meaningful innovation with AI—without losing the human touch.
With a background spanning Apple, Constellation Brands, and Stone Brewing, Heather shares how transparency, empowerment, and strategic experimentation are helping Athletic Brewing Co. build a more modern, values-driven workplace.
Topics Discussed:
- Why HR should automate process work to refocus on people's work
- What “nice-to-have” moments AI can finally make possible
- How to drive AI adoption across a diverse, distributed workforce
- Creating two-way conversations about AI with transparency
- Where compliance boundaries should (and shouldn’t) be drawn
- Reimagining HR structure: fewer silos, stronger generalists
- How small teams can level up with AI-powered L&D and workflows
- And more!
If you're building people strategy with limited headcount—or wondering how to use AI without compromising your culture—this one’s for you.