Diane Sanford, Chief People Officer at Unleashed Brands

18/06/2025 9 min

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Creating Positive Workplace Cultures with Diane Sanford from Unleashed BrandsIn this episode of the Built by People Podcast, the host welcomes Diane, the Chief People Officer of Unleashed Brands. Diane shares her career journey from employee relations and legal compliance to her passion for enhancing workplace experiences. She highlights trust and clarity as crucial elements for creating a positive workplace culture. Diane discusses the impact of the pandemic on her approach to leadership, emphasizing flexibility and mental wellness. She also addresses the evolving needs of millennials and Gen Z, focusing on personalized development programs and the importance of purpose. Additionally, Diane explores the role of AI in HR and its potential to enhance human connection. She emphasizes the significance of mentorship in career development and offers parting advice to build skills, create value, and support others. The episode concludes with Diane's encouragement to use influence to help others rise.00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:52 Diane's Career Journey02:01 Key Elements of Workplace Culture03:05 Impact of the Pandemic on Workplace Priorities04:10 Adapting to Millennials and Gen Z05:40 Embracing AI in HR06:54 The Role of Mentorship08:20 Parting Advice for the Workforce09:00 Conclusion and FarewellPrevi is a private pricing network that is free for companies to launch and maintain. It saves employees $2,200/year on essential services like their cell phone and auto insurance bill. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit here to learn more⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.