Blending Chief of Staff and People Ops at La Tourangelle: Benefits of Dual Roles

08/09/2025 37 min Temporada 1 Episodio 209
Blending Chief of Staff and People Ops at La Tourangelle: Benefits of Dual Roles

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Marcelo Elliott, Chief of Staff and head of HR at La Tourangelle, shares how his combined role helps connect HR strategy directly to company goals. He talks about using AI to handle repetitive HR tasks, setting up ad hoc committees for grassroots improvement, and building effective communication across teams. Marcelo also gives practical examples, like launching sustainability initiatives and merging HR data with business planning, and recommends pistachio oil on ice cream as a personal favorite.Links Mentioned:La Tourangelle Artisan OilFree Resources:Strategic Planning Checklist Chief of Staff Skills Assessment ChecklistA Day in the Life of a Chief of StaffChief of Staff Toolkit Get in Touch With Emily:Connect on LinkedInFollow on YouTubeLearn more about coaching Sign up for the newsletterClarity Call with Emily Who Am I?If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.  Time Stamps:00:51 Background and Career Path01:35 About La Tourangelle02:36 Role of Chief of Staff and HR04:08 Benefits of a Dual Role07:44 Impact of AI in HR12:55 Balancing Chief of Staff and HR Responsibilities17:43 Talent Management Strategies19:31 Communication and Leadership24:45 Continuous Improvement and Empowerment32:45 Practical Advice for Setting Up People Operations36:00 Favorite Products and Conclusion

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