It’s management, according to Marc Washington, CFO of Beachbody. He explains why the best finance executives act more like businesspeople than bankers. By Stephanie Harris With a background in business, Marc Washington was not your traditional Chief Financial Officer (CFO). But his willingness to take on new opportunities in unfamiliar territories led Washington to his current role as President and …
The Secret to Leading Globally: Thinking Locally
Avaya Senior Vice President of Human Resources Roger Gaston shares his vision for activating a global work environment.
How to Design an Office Employees Want to Work In
Senior Vice President of Employee Services Mike Guerchon discusses his role at Riverbed, including his latest project: a cutting-edge corporate headquarters.
Talent Development, As Seen from the Wrestling Ring
SVP of Talent Relations and Talent Development Sean Cleary shares management tips gleaned ringside at WWE.
How to Manage 41,000 Employees
SVP and CHRO Fred Newton shares simple lessons culled from a complex organization: University of Phoenix parent company the Apollo Group.
The Globalization of Basketball: A Human Resources Perspective
Kerry Chandler explains why human resources is one of the NBA’s most valuable players.
What a Successful Human Resources Organization Looks Like
Catamaran CHRO Mike Rude shares his three-part recipe for a strong human resources function.
A Chief Lawyer’s Guide to Launching a Legal Department
General Counsel Mark Stachiw is NxGen Partners’ first in-house lawyer. Here, his recipe for startup success.
To see if your work has purpose, ask one simple question
Baltimore City Public Schools CFO Victor De La Paz on why he left corporate America to pursue a career in public service. By Stephanie Harris A few years back, Victor De La Paz, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPS), asked himself a question: “Do I think I can do the work I’m doing for the next …
The CFO of the Future: the General Counsel
One day soon, your company’s general counsel will be as influential as its CFO, predicts Harsco Corp.’s Verona Dorch.
How to Work in Sports—Without Being a Professional Athlete
Nona Lee, senior vice president and general counsel for the Arizona Diamondbacks, reveals why baseball and business have more in common than you think.
The Secret to Building Tomorrow’s Highways Today
As CFO of the North Carolina Department of Transportation, Mark Foster puts cars on roads and coins in coffers.
Cultural Edge – Jeff Harper, VP of HR at Demand Media
Jeff Harper, VP of HR for Demand Media, discusses initiatives that are inspiring creativity and passion among employees.
Business Diagnostic – Rick Merritt, VP of Global HR at Power-One
When an HR function has become dysfunctional, Power-One’s Rick Merritt is the expert businesses turn to in order to implement effective change.
Jill of All Trades – Sharon Stufflebeme, CIO at RadioShack
Sharon Stufflebeme, RadioShack CIO, successfully balances work and family responsibilities, all while advancing the retail experience through technology.