Listen "Cassandra Pratt, CHRO at Progyny, Inc."
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the 'Built by People' podcast, host Dave interviews Cassandra Pratt, an HR executive with a rich career journey from finance to HR leadership roles in various firms. They discuss Cass's nonlinear career path, including her experiences in recruitment, finance, tech firms, and finally Progyny, where she significantly influenced company culture and benefits programs. Cass shares her strategies for tailoring benefits to meet employees' diverse needs, implementing equitable support, and fostering a transparent and inclusive work environment. Listeners will gain insights into the importance of employee wellness and benefits, the role of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and effective feedback mechanisms to refine benefit offerings.
00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast
00:16 Sponsor Message: Previ's Employee Benefits
00:44 Cass's Career Journey in HR
03:36 Tailoring Benefits and Compensation
05:59 Supporting Women in the Workforce
09:52 Effective Strategies for Employee Benefits
14:08 Gathering and Using Employee Feedback
16:08 Parting Advice on Employee Wellness
17:15 Conclusion and Farewell
00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast
00:16 Sponsor Message: Previ's Employee Benefits
00:44 Cass's Career Journey in HR
03:36 Tailoring Benefits and Compensation
05:59 Supporting Women in the Workforce
09:52 Effective Strategies for Employee Benefits
14:08 Gathering and Using Employee Feedback
16:08 Parting Advice on Employee Wellness
17:15 Conclusion and Farewell
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