Employee Design Thinking: A Strategic Approach to HR Initiatives with Lorraine King

Eps. #41 OCTOBER 26TH, 2023

Get ready to revolutionize your workplace with employee design thinking and digital workplace adoption

In this episode of the HR Mixtape, host Shari Simpson interviews Lorraine King, the Director of Employee Experience and Adoption for Digital Workplace at Haleon. Lorraine shares her experience in EX and user-centric design thinking, product management, and change management. She discusses the exciting HR technologies coming out of the Viva space and how they have transformed employee engagement and innovation at Haleon.

Listeners will learn about the importance of HR in driving technology adoption and prioritizing employee experience. They will also learn about the impact of new technology on employees and the need for ongoing commitment to adoption and training efforts. Additionally, the podcast discusses the importance of thorough research and planning, managing expectations, measuring success, and addressing different segments of the audience. The challenges and opportunities of employee experience in the future are also explored, including knowledge management, empowerment, training, technology accessibility, simplification, change management, effective communication, engagement, collaboration, and employee design thinking.

 

Lorraine King

Director of Employee Experience and Adoption for Digital Workplace

Haleon

Guest(s): Lorraine King, Director of Employee Experience and Adoption for Digital Workplace, Haleon

Experienced professional who has worked a wide array of technical, infrastructure and business-facing strategic and operational roles for a Fortune 500 company. With a demonstrated history of working in leadership positions across Tech, Lorraine has experience in EX and user-centric design thinking, Product Management, Service Management, Communications and Change management, and was responsible for managing multiple cloud-based Virtual Collaboration solutions in a global enterprise. Lorraine has an M.B.A. with a Global Perspective focused in International Business, and her undergrad was earned at Hofstra University's Honors College in Business Marketing.

Shari Simpson

Shari Simpson stands at the forefront of the human resources field, blending 20 years of rich experience with cutting-edge educational credentials. With an MBA, MHRM, Certificate in E-commerce Management, and SHRM-SCP certification, she is now pursuing a Doctor of Education in Leadership and Innovation at Purdue. As the HR Mixtape podcast host, Shari shares invaluable insights with industry experts, establishing herself as a thought leader in HR. She is a sought-after speaker at local and national conferences, collaborating with industry leaders to elevate HR, payroll, and business sectors. Beyond her professional achievements, Shari is a proud mother of three sons—one a veteran and two currently serving in the US Navy—a dedicated dog mom and an avid reader. Her 25-year marriage to a fire department Chief adds depth to her understanding of service and dedication.

https://askhrswagger.com
Previous
Previous

Exploring the Core Principles of I/O Psychology and Its Relevance in the Workplace with Dr. Fred Rafilson

Next
Next

Unmasking Workplace Bullying with Joy Toney and Tawana Gardner