Rethinking Talent Development: Moving Beyond Career Ladders with Alex Seiler
Eps. #156 Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
In this episode of the HR Mixtape podcast, host Dr. Shari Simpson welcomes Alex Seiler, founder and chief people officer of Alex Seiler LLC. They delve into the complexities of employee experience and inclusive leadership, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and adaptability in today’s evolving workplace. Alex shares insights on how organizations can foster a culture that embraces change while honoring what employees may be losing, making this conversation particularly timely as companies navigate transformations in the age of AI and shifting workforce dynamics.
Listener Takeaways:
Learn how to cultivate curiosity within your organization to enhance employee engagement.
Discover why understanding loss is crucial for effective change management.
Explore strategies for redefining talent development beyond traditional career paths.
Hit “Play” to gain valuable insights that can transform your HR practices!
Guest(s): Alex Seiler, Founder & Chief People Officer, Alex Seiler LLC
Guest(s): Alex Seiler, Founder & Chief People Officer, Alex Seiler LLC
Alex has 20 years of global experience in the People/HR space. He has worked across different industries and for companies such as Citi, NBCUniversal, and WeWork, among others.
His specific expertise has centered on creating, transforming, and building out systems that foster an equitable, innovative, and inclusive workplace culture. He has been a full-time Chief People Officer & Head of HR (for GHJ and Control Risks, respectively) and is currently focused on start-up clients through his own business, Alex Seiler LLC, and as a founding fractional executive at Blackpoint HR.
He is also a start-up advisor in the HR tech space, currently partnering with When Insurance, Kindred Minds, CandorIQ, and Klaar.
