Episode 90: Navigating HR and Leadership in Modern Work Environments with Alan Mait

Guest Bio

With more than 23 years’ experience, Alan has built a reputation of partnership within the global executive search industry. He has spent decades building his network and relationships; he seeks to understand the key business, people and organization drivers behind hiring decisions and customizes an approach that works best for each assignment. Alans functional expertise is primarily within the HR space where he specializes in CHRO/CPO and Head of People searches. His client base spans Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Portfolio Companies as well as mid-to large-cap global multinationals with significant change agendas.

Throughout his career, Alan has cultivated an extensive network of both industry and functional contacts of C-Suite executives across diverse sectors. He brings this network, along with a commitment to helping clients solve talent challenges, to each engagement, ensuring an intentional and impactful approach to executive search. He has seen first-hand that the most successful hires require leadership alignment, effective assessment and selection followed by advisory and coaching support for the individual. When supported post-placement, new hires are better positioned to be impactful from day one.

At LEAD3R, Alan leads a highly experienced team that supports executives and teams across Life Sciences, Energy and Clean Technology, Consumer and Sports, Media & Entertainment. They are passionate about their mission to empower organizations to reach their full potential by hiring transformative leaders and supporting their onboarding through impactful performance coaching.   

Recap & Takeaways

Key Takeaways

• • • 00:00 Welcome to the Future of Teamwork Podcast

    • 02:05 Alan Mait’s Global Journey in HR

    • 02:39 Embracing Risk and Cultural Diversity

    • 04:23 The Evolution of HR and Leadership

    • 05:46 The Impact of HR on Team and Organizational Performance

    • 06:12 Navigating Career Changes and the Value of HR

    • 09:07 The Role of HR in Talent Management and Organizational Growth

    • 13:04 Challenges and Opportunities in HR Post-Pandemic

    • 16:09 The Future of HR: Technology, People Management, and Strategic Leadership

    • 20:32 What Executives Expect from HR Leaders in 2024

    • 25:33 Evolving HR Roles and the Power of Influence

    • 26:15 The Strategic Role of HR in Business Growth

    • 27:13 HR’s Shift Towards Sales and Marketing Skills

    • 28:02 The Importance of HR Branding and Leadership Visibility

    • 29:26 SHOW Framework: Strategy, Health, Outside Influence, and Work

    • 32:39 Building Teams with Inclusivity, Authenticity, and Courage

    • 36:45 The Future of HR: Cross-Functional Leadership and Fractional Roles

    • 46:14 Concluding Thoughts on Teamwork and HR’s Evolution