In this episode, Russell sits down with Lisa-Maree Blumenfeld, founder of Retain, LLC, to explore the critical role of HR in helping businesses scale effectively. Lisa-Maree is a seasoned HR leader with experience across startups and Fortune 500 companies. Her passion for supporting early to mid-stage startups led her to create Retain, a firm dedicated to helping founders build strong HR foundations while providing managers and executives with dynamic training, Enneagram coaching, and executive coaching.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How HR serves as a clearer of obstacles and risk analyzer, allowing businesses to move fast without unnecessary roadblocks
- Why companies need strategic HR from the beginning
- A cautionary tale about a free bar, hot tubs, and a founder who didn’t listen—and why HR’s advice should never be ignored!
Lisa-Maree shares insights from her vast experience, offering practical advice for startup leaders looking to build a strong, people-focused foundation.
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