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How I Hire
Talent is critical to every successful company, but hiring at the executive level comes with many challenges and variables. Roy Notowitz and his team at Noto Group have spent the last decade helping build iconic consumer brands, one hire at a time. Now, Roy is sitting down with some of the world’s most inspiring leaders to dig into the complexities of assembling exceptional teams. Whether you’re interested in hiring strategy, leadership assessment, or industry trends, you’ll want to tune into…
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- How I Hire
U.S. Ski & Snowboard CEO Sophie Goldschmidt on Leading at the Intersection of Sports and Business
Sophie Goldschmidt is the President and CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard, the national governing body for Olympic and Paralympic skiing and snowboarding in the…
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Eric Lauterbach on the Leadership Signal CEOs Can’t Find on a Resume
Eric Lauterbach is the former CEO of Peet’s Coffee. He joined Peet’s in 2010 after cultivating his career in CPG marketing and sales at Procter & Gamble…
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Stephanie Roberts, CFO (Old Navy, Specialized, Rothy’s) on Building a Career Without Losing What Matters
Stephanie Roberts is an experienced financial executive and partner at FLG Partners, where she provides CEO and CFO consultation and coaching. She is the…
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Inside the Modern CRO Role with Carve Designs’ Megan Porteous
Megan Porteous is the Chief Revenue Officer at Carve Designs, a beach lifestyle brand creating surf-inspired apparel for women. Megan traces her career back to…
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Kate Williams on How Purpose Powers Performance at 1% for the Planet
Kate Williams is the CEO of 1% for the Planet, a global, philanthropic organization growing a network of businesses committed to donating at least 1% of their…
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Transformation, Growth, and Innovation with Helayna Minsk (Johnson & Johnson, Walgreens, Unilever)
Helayna Minsk is an experienced executive leader who has led major organizational transformation for brands like Unilever, Walgreens, and Johnson & Johnson…
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Leadership + Hiring Trends: Insights from the Noto Group Team for 2026
Noto Group’s senior partners break down key hiring and leadership trends that they’re seeing for 2026 and beyond. Sara Spirko, John Copeland, and Tami Bumiller…
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New Belgium CEO Shaun Belongie on Human Powered Business Model
Shaun Belongie is the CEO of New Belgium Brewery. He previously served as VP of Marketing for New Belgium before becoming CMO and then CEO in 2023. Shaun has…
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"Business as Unusual" with fmr. Ben & Jerry’s CEO David Stever
David Stever is the former CEO and CMO of beloved ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s. David started with the company back in the early 80’s, working as a tour guide…
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MALK Organics CEO Jason Bronstad on Simplicity, Purpose, and Building Teams that Deliver
Jason Bronstad is the CEO of Malk Organics, a clean-label, plant-based milk and creamer brand. Jason began his career in the food and beverage industry at Sara…
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Thinking “Career Forward” with Christiana Smith Shi, former Nike Direct-to-Consumer President
Christiana Smith Shi is a seasoned leader in global, multichannel retail, co-author of national, best-selling book Career Forward: Strategies From Women Who’ve…
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Fabrizio Gamberini: Leading with Curiosity, Hiring for Attitude (Vibram, Marcolin, Nike, HP)
Fabrizio Gamberini is a seasoned executive with nearly three decades of strategic leadership expertise and global brand management across a wide variety of…
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Pendleton CEO Jennifer Ingraffea on Leading with Curiosity and Building High Integrity Teams
Jennifer Ingraffea is a seasoned executive leader with over 25 years of experience in the retail, apparel, product merchandising, and management sectors. In…
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Leading and Hiring at Rapidly Evolving CPG Brand Deep Indian Kitchen
Kiernan Laughlin is the General Manager and co-creator of Deep Indian Kitchen, a growing CPG brand whose mission is to bring a modern, high-quality Indian food…
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Wilma Wallace (Gap & REI) on Nurturing Future Leadership With Values & Purpose
Executive leader and board member Wilma Wallace joins Roy to discuss her experience recruiting and mentoring leadership teams at Gap and REI during her…
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Heather Flynn (Aritzia, ASML, Nike) on Talent Acquisition Strategy
Talent acquisition expert Heather Flynn joins Roy to discuss the ins and outs of successful recruitment strategy. Heather recently served as the SVP of Talent…
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Connection and Relationship Building with Patrick Galvin, Author, Speaker, and Coach
Coach, speaker, and author Patrick Galvin joins Roy to discuss the principles laid out in his recent book The Connector’s Way. Patrick’s work focuses on the…
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The Power of Agency with Judith Katz and Fred Miller of The Kaleel Jamison Consulting Group
Fred Miller and Judith Katz of The Kaleel Jamison Consulting Group have spent the last few decades on the cutting edge of diversity and inclusion thought…
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Offer Negotiation with Career Coach Kate Sargent
Career coach and HR consultant Kate Sargent returns for the third installment of our series exploring tips, insights, and advice for job seekers. Kate is the…
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Interview Coaching and Tips with Kate Sargent
Career coach and HR consultant Kate Sargent is back for Part 2 of our three-part discussion series around strategies, guidance, and best practices for job…
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Career Coach Kate Sargent on Working with Recruiters
Career coach and HR consultant Kate Sargent returns to the podcast for a special, three-part deep-dive into advice, insights, and recommendations for job…
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Board Recruiting: An Expert Perspective
Board recruiting advisor Kris Stred breaks down the role and impact of an effective board and how to find experienced directors. Kris has over 15 years of…
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Hiring and Leadership Trends, Lessons, and Advice for 2025
Noto Group’s team of principal search consultants break down key workforce and leadership trends they’re seeing for 2025 and beyond. Sara Spirko, Lena Knofler…
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Introducing: How I Hire
When the stakes are high, hiring the right leader can make or break your business. How I Hire dives into bold hiring strategies, historic market shifts, and…
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The Surprising Tensions and Truths about Teams with Dr. Stacey Philpot and Dr. Ted Freeman
Organizational psychologists Dr. Ted Freeman and Dr. Stacey Philpot return to the podcast with a deep dive into their approach to working with teams. Ted is…
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Jackson Jeyanayagam (Chipotle, Clorox, AB InBev) on How Versatility, Curiosity, & Empathy Can Make or Break a Team
Jackson Jeyanayagam is an accomplished executive leader whose work has spanned across many industry sectors and a wide range of organizations. He began his…
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The Power of A Customer-Centered Mindset with Ben Steele, former REI CCO
Ben Steele is a seasoned marketing and brand development leader, having most recently served as REI’s inaugural chief customer officer. Prior to carving out…
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Success Profile: Chief Digital Officer Role, Jamaliya Cobine
To kick off a new series of special episodes here at How I Hire, we’re taking a close look at the chief digital officer role. Throughout this series, we’ll…
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Nadine Hall on Building and Supporting Teams at Hanesbrands
Nadine Hall is a cross-functional business leader, having spent decades innovating in apparel and consumer products at companies like HanesBrands and Sara Lee…
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Hans Melotte Shares Leadership Lessons from Starbucks, Johnson & Johnson, and P&G
International business leader Hans Melotte has over 30 years of experience that combines global P&L accountability with functional leadership expertise across…
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A Recruiter's Perspective on Job Search Strategy Part 2: Interviewing
Kate Sargent is a talent acquisition expert and job search strategy coach, assisting both companies and candidates alike in matching top talent with career…
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A Recruiter’s Perspective on Job Search Strategy Part 1: Preparing and Networking
Kate Sargent is a talent acquisition expert and job search strategy coach, assisting both companies and candidates alike in matching top talent with career…
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Bryan Adams on How to Define and Leverage an Employer Brand Strategy
Bryan Adams is the founder and CEO of Ph.Creative, an employer branding agency helping companies attract top talent. Ph.Creative works with brands to distill…
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Reflections, Highlights and Key Hiring Lessons for 2024
As we look ahead to 2024, we’re reflecting on some of our favorite moments shared on the podcast over the past year. Our guests brought an incredible mix of…
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John Vlastelica on Ways to Improve Hiring Efficiency, Quality and Diversity
John Vlastelica is the founder and CEO of Recruiting Toolbox, a consulting and training firm helping companies recruit and hire better; with more speed…
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How to Support, Motivate, and Retain Parents in the Workplace with Greer Van Dyck
Organizational coach Greer Van Dyck joins Roy to explore how organizations can better support, motivate, and retain people throughout their parenthood journey…
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Seth Ellison (Nike, Levi’s, Quiksilver) on his Favorite Interview Questions, Cultivating Internal Talent, the Elements of Successful Talent Strategy, and More
Seth Ellison has led teams at iconic brands like Nike, Levi Strauss & Co., and Quiksilver. Today, he joins Roy to discuss how these roles have shaped his…
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Katherine Melchior Ray (Nike, Louis Vuitton, Hyatt) on What to Look for in Your Next CMO
International marketing specialist Katherine Melchior Ray joins Roy to discuss her impressive career and the wisdom that she’s gained as a global business…
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Hiring for a New Era of Commerce with Andy Ruben, Founder of Trove
Trove Founder and Executive Chairman Andy Ruben joins Roy to discuss his journey to entrepreneurship, how his business’s needs and culture have evolved over…
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Darcy Winslow on Setting the Stage for Nike's Long-Range Sustainability Initiatives, Values-Driven Leadership, and Systems Change
Darcy Winslow is an inspiring leader whose decades of experience at Nike and sustainability-focused nonprofits have cemented her legacy as a forward-thinking…
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Hiring for Creative Excellence with CCO Jean Batthany
Award-winning global creative executive Jean Batthany sits down with Roy to dig into the nuances of creative leadership, when organizations should hire a…
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Amani Duncan on The Power of Difference, Empathy, and Instinct in Hiring
Music and entertainment marketing executive Amani Duncan joins Roy for a conversation about empathetic leadership, why she chooses to be a mentor-manager, how…
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Talent Market Dynamics, Leadership Needs, Compensation Trends & More: Current Insights from Noto Group’s Executive Recruiting Team
In this special episode of How I Hire, Roy is sitting down with Noto Group’s team of executive search consultants. He’s joined by Sara Spirko, Bridget Hope…
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MPOWERD CEO Seungah Jeong on Hiring Purpose-Driven Teams
Roy sits down with Seungah Jeong, President and CEO of MPOWERD, a Certified B Corporation specializing in sustainable, affordable, and thoughtfully designed…
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Wüsthof CEO Jan-Patrick Schmitz on Hiring and Building Global Teams
Roy is joined by Jan-Patrick Schmitz, CEO of the Wüsthof Group. Wüsthof is a family-run business that has been manufacturing quality cutlery for over 200…
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Thousand’s Gloria Hwang on Building Teams that Scale
Starting your own business can present a wide variety of challenges, especially when it comes to building out strong, competent teams that can scale with the…
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Leadership Integration and Acceleration: Laying a Foundation for Success with Dr. Stacey Philpot and Dr. Ted Freeman
Your organization just made an important executive hire – now what? Organizational Psychologists Dr. Stacey Philpot and Dr. Ted Freeman are here to answer this…
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Wylie Robinson on the Evolution of Rumpl’s Talent Strategy
Roy is joined by Wylie Robinson, CEO and Co-Founder of Rumpl, a Climate Neutral Certified B Corp and proud member of 1% for the Planet. By using performance…
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Founder Transitions: Mitigating Risk and Maximizing Value with Dr. Stacey Philpot and Dr. Ted Freeman
Hiring a new CEO is a high stakes event, especially when a founder is involved. Roy sits down with Organizational Psychologists Dr. Stacey Philpot and Dr. Ted…
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Crafting a Purposeful Talent Strategy at Patagonia and Trove with Alyssa Kessler
Alyssa Kessler is the Director of Recruiting at Trove, a company whose technology supports circular shopping and aids in shaping environmentally responsible…
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Stitch Fix’s Denise Novosel on Developing Successful Talent Strategies
Denise Novosel is the VP of Recruiting for personal styling service Stitch Fix. She spends her days crafting effective talent acquisition strategies for the…
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Paloma Medina on the Psychology of Bias
Paloma Medina is a speaker, coach, and entrepreneur specializing in organizational performance improvement. She approaches her work in leadership, equity, and…
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Tom Duncan, CEO, on Innovating in the Home Improvement Industry
Tom Duncan spent 15 years as the CEO of Positec, the innovative, market-leading power tool company, where he now serves on the board. Tom started the American…
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True Religion’s Theresa Watts on Redefining Organizational Culture
Theresa Watts is the Senior Vice President of Human Resources, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at True Religion Brand Jeans, where she has helped to redefine…
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Talking Modern Leadership with Carola Frisch, Founder of Frisch Search
Carola Frisch is the Founder of Frisch Search, an executive search firm based in London that works with iconic lifestyle and consumer brands in high growth and…
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Jan Singer, Global Consumer Retail Executive and Venture Capital Advisor
Jan Singer is an influential and incredibly accomplished executive leader with over 25 years of experience in footwear, apparel, and cosmetics. She’s served as…
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Monica Williams, NBCUniversal's SVP of Digital Products and Operations
Monica Williams is the Senior Vice President of Digital Products and Operations at NBCUniversal Content Distribution. In her 16 years at NBCUniversal, Monica…
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Harvey Kanter, President and CEO of DXLG and Author of ‘Choosing to Lead’
Harvey Kanter is the CEO of Destination XL Group, a specialty retailer of men's big and tall apparel. He’s brought his unique and thoughtful approach to CEO…
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Hint Founder Kara Goldin’s Undaunted Approach to Hiring
Kara Goldin is the Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., the healthy lifestyle brand known for award-winning, unsweetened, flavored water. Kara successfully broke…
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How Swift CEO Liz Valentine Builds Innovative Digital Marketing Teams
As CEO and Co-Founder of Swift, a Portland-based, client-founded creative agency, Liz Valentine leads her team in making brilliant digital work for notable…