S02 EP02. The Business of People: How Modern HR and Mentorship Shape Better Workplaces

What does it really mean to lead with empathy, accountability, and purpose?

In this episode, host Joy Fajardo sits down with Manuelita Cherizard, Chief Human Resources Officer at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), for an inspiring and deeply thoughtful conversation about leadership, mentorship, and building workplaces where people truly thrive.

With 20+ years of experience across private, public, and nonprofit sectors, Manuelita shares how her curiosity and love of business led her intentionally into HR.

She opens up about the mentors who shaped her leadership journey, the power of honest feedback, and why advocacy is one of the greatest gifts a leader can give.

Manuelita also shares why HR must speak the language of business, how curiosity fuels career growth, and what it takes to truly align people strategy with organizational mission.

If you’re passionate about employee experience and leadership development, this episode is full of practical insight and grounded wisdom from someone who is living it every day.

Tune in and get ready to elevate the way you think about HR leadership.

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