Kerry Ryan, CPWA®

More insights from a recent Conversationality -- Optionality's podcast, where we discuss trends, or really anything that makes us think about the #FutureOfWork. In this segment, John Gerzema of The Harris Poll (in conversation with his colleague Libby Rodney and with Joanna Bloor) shares research from Libby's Human Progress Report indicating that by 2035 SKILLS will be as valued by employers than a university degree. This begs the question: How will the future workforce upskill? By going back to school? Or learning by simply doing and credentialing along the way? ORG AI Gina Jeneroux, MBA FLPI #upskilling #highereducation

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In today's dynamic financial landscape, credit managers are more vital than ever. Tune in to the latest episode of Extra Credit from NACM, featuring Brian Morgan from BlackLine, for insights on their critical role.

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What is sales readiness? And why should you care about it even if you're not in sales? Making sure your sales reps are prepared to have thoughtful conversations with customers is essential, especially now that customers have a lower tolerance for inauthentic, rote buying experiences. Customers want to leave a conversation not only with a smile on their face, but with confidence that your company is right fit for them, for both the present and the future. And EVERYONE has a stake in that. So you need to make sure, in whichever way you can contribute, that your sales reps are ready to give customers that secure feeling. How are you contributing to your sellers' readiness? #salesreadiness #salesenablement #buyingexperience #guidedselling

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Did you know 67% of executives prioritize company culture over their strategy or operating model? That’s because a strong culture leads to higher profitability, better retention, and improved customer service. Here’s a good primer on culture and ways to take action. Two of my favorite steps listed are to communicate your culture clearly and consistently and to lead by example. https://lnkd.in/gRBUhhty

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Look anywhere today and you’ll find commentary on #GenZ being too fragile and undisciplined to thrive in the #workplace. Our #data tells a different story. #humanresource #humanresourcemanagement #humancapital #humancapitalmanagement #hr #hrm #hcm #hrtech #hrtechnology #hcmtechology #hcmsoftware #workforcemanagement #wfm #makesworklifebetter

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So tell me: What books are you excited to bring to the beach or poolside this summer? Always looking for good reads, leanings and insights. Double sky miles if it’s on AI evolution or leadership and I can buy it on Prime. Comment below. #summerreading #leadership #ai

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Great employee experiences fuel people productivity. The question is, where should you start to make it happen? In 2024, driving business growth means investing in your people -- from the technologies they use every day to rebuilding their trust in the decisions you make. If you're ready to get started, we've got the workbook just for you. In it, we highlight 3 focus areas and strategies to help you develop amazing employee experiences and unlock new avenues of productivity. #qualtrics #XM #EX

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I was recently interviewed by Raconteur on why CEOs need to know how to speak to the press. I advise that executives should respond naturally in written Q&As, more akin to how they would actually speak, to avoid coming across as contrived - and this is where PR professionals can be a help or a hindrance. I also highlight the fine balance C-Suite professionals should try and strike when engaging in verbal interviews, “being human while staying on-message” but “not letting it stray into over-familiarity and too far away from what you are there to actually talk about.” This is something myself and the team at O'Hear & Co work really hard on when supporting startup founders and C-Suite or other spokespeople. Leaning on my ex-TechCrunch experience, I also share tips on the best way for journalists to gain access to busy executives, such as considering whether a quick quote is needed, or a genuine dialogue to inform a long-form article. The piece also features comment from our client Cleo. Thanks for the interview and such an informative article, Rohan Banerjee! Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eVnKT5zV

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Come watch the Mets vs Braves in the exclusive Citi Field rooftop lounge on July 26, with an incredible group of Silicon Alley peer CFOs, Private Equity investors, and thought leaders guiding AI in SaaS Finance. - Invaluable insights: Uncover the latest industry trends, M&A activity, peer survey results and predictions to help craft a winning gameplan. - Mastering SaaS KPIs: A deep dive into key SaaS metrics like MRR, LTV, NRR and more with tips on optimizing them like a seasoned coach. Industry expert guidance: Learn from industry leaders about the evolving role of the SaaS CFO, fundraising and exit strategies and building efficient financial operations with people, process and technology. - Artificial Intelligence in finance: Explore how AI is transforming productivity and decision-making while also considering its complexities related to trust, ethics, risk, compliance and product pricing decisions. Susan Vincent

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Curious about how the Descartes' team works together to help make customers successful? Check out this video. Get insider tips on thriving in our unique culture, and how aspiring applicants can kickstart their journey with us.

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Thankful for the bountiful opportunity to learn, get inspired, and be a part of the OnBoarding Women community. Our collective business acumen, humanitarian hearts, and passion to empower and enable all through our areas of expertise was grounding. According to Deloitte’s “Women in the Boardroom: A Global Perspective” report, women hold only 23.3% of board seats globally, with even less representation as board chairs and CEOs. However, diverse boards perform better financially and have a competitive advantage. They also better represent the interests of various stakeholders, including employees, customers, and investors. This is why government initiatives such as quotas and disclosures matter. Countries with such initiatives have higher female board representation, with France leading the way. Cheers to all women leaders that are bold, daring, influential, and making a visionary statement at every table they are at. Let's continue to strive for gender diversity and empower all women to reach their full potential. #BoardDiversity #EmpoweredWomen #representationmatters Link to the full report: https://lnkd.in/d7devRws Madrona Venture Labs, PERKINS COIE FOUNDATION, Deloitte, Cascadia Capital Partners, SPENCER STUART LIMITED

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Discover the impact of #DEI in business with Cecilia Ogude, Circana’s SVP of global DEI. Explore how diversity drives success in our latest #GrowthInsights podcast episode!

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My latest column is live in Forbes , sharing the results of Sensei Labs’ State of Transformation 2024 survey. Learn from 150+ #EnterpriseTransformation and #OperationalExcellence leaders about their challenges and opportunities.

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The Internal Revenue Service expects 4.1 million amended returns during the fiscal year ending Sept 30. That's the good news if you are part of this crowd. The bad news? "Taxpayers can’t e-file an amended return for a return that was originally filed on paper," says Wolters Kluwer tax expert Mark Luscombe. Tom Herman takes us through the Now What. #taxseason #accounting https://lnkd.in/ei9aWHi4

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Transformation of this scale necessitates a fair amount of clarifying. We’re actively working to identify and answer these questions out in the market. Here is the latest on our Go-to-Market Strategy: https://lnkd.in/gy-sXcrd

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A regional U.S. bank transformed its operations with Workday and Huron, boosting efficiency, data transparency, and compliance. Read the story. #WorkdayPartner #WDAYPartner #TeamWDAY

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Introducing Clari Forecast for Consumption – helping leaders drive predictability and accountability across complex revenue models. Predict and manage all consumption revenue in one place, uncovering next best steps, new opportunities, and use cases. You’ll also get customizable forecasting fit for the scale and complexity of your revenue cadence. Now, all members of your sales team can lean in and run revenue like a pro. Learn more about how you can recharge your revenue engine with AI here: https://bit.ly/3yb09dT 

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