TRANSFORM EPISODE: Martha Ruiz, Global Head of People at Thoughtworks

28/03/2025 19 min

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Transformation Insights: A Conversation with HR Trailblazer Martha RuizThis episode is in partnership with Transform, we are very grateful and excited to be working with this wonderful community. Go check them out ⁠hereIn this episode of the Built by People podcast sponsored by Previ, host Dave D'Angelo welcomes Martha, an accomplished HR executive, to discuss her career journey and share her thoughts on enterprise transformation. Martha delves into the differences between change management and transformation, emphasizing the importance of leadership alignment and employee buy-in. She also explores HR's dual role as change agents and targets and highlights the significance of maintaining employee centricity while staying ahead of transformation needs. Martha provides practical examples and parting advice for HR leaders facing the challenges of organizational change.00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast00:16 Sponsor Message from Previ00:44 Martha's Career Journey02:51 Defining Enterprise Transformation05:38 HR's Role in Organizational Change09:32 Translating Business Changes into HR Models11:23 Challenges in Driving Transformation16:06 Staying Ahead of Transformation Needs17:46 Parting Advice for HR Leaders19:06 Conclusion and FarewellPrevi Sponsor Info:Previ 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.