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    JP Elliott, PhD

    Founder, Host

    Future of HR Consulting, Future of HR podcast

    Key Takeaways

    • 1.He hosts the globally recognized Future of HR podcast, ranking in the top 100 U.S. management podcasts.
    • 2.He is the founder of Future of HR Consulting and creator of the Next-Gen HR Accelerator program.
    • 3.His work emphasizes business-centric HR initiatives that deliver measurable business performance and ROI.
    • 4.He has held senior HR leadership roles at Dick's Sporting Goods, The Brink's Company, and Lenovo.
    • 5.He co-authored a chapter in the second edition of The Talent Management Handbook.

    About JP

    JP Elliott, PhD is a distinguished expert in human resources, recognized for his leadership in talent management, organizational design, and culture transformation, and as a faculty expert at the Best Practice Institute.

    Who is JP Elliott, PhD?

    JP Elliott, PhD, is the founder of Future of HR Consulting and host of the widely successful Future of HR podcast. He is also the creator of the Next-Gen HR Accelerator program, focusing on developing forward-thinking HR leaders. His diverse career history includes significant internal HR leadership roles and advisory positions.

    He currently serves as a faculty expert at the Best Practice Institute (BPI), contributing his insights on critical areas such as coaching, leadership development, and comprehensive talent management strategies. His work emphasizes business-centric HR initiatives that deliver measurable business performance and ROI.

    Quick facts about JP Elliott, PhD

    | | |---|---| | Role | Founder, Host | | Company | Future of HR Consulting, Future of HR podcast | | Expertise | Talent Management, Organizational Design, Culture Transformation, HR Strategy, Leadership Development | | Notable for | Future of HR podcast, Next-Gen HR Accelerator program, co-authoring chapter in The Talent Management Handbook | | BPI affiliation | Expert Faculty member |

    What is JP Elliott, PhD known for?

    • Future of HR podcast: Host of a globally recognized podcast with over 185,000 downloads, consistently ranking in the top 100 U.S. management podcasts.
    • Next-Gen HR Accelerator program: Developer of a program aimed at fostering advanced HR leadership capabilities.
    • Thought leadership in HR: Frequent contributor to the HR field, sharing insights and expertise through various platforms.
    • Co-authored publication: Contributed a chapter to The Talent Management Handbook 2nd edition.
    • Strategic HR leadership: Extensive experience in leading talent management, organizational design, and culture transformation initiatives for improved business outcomes.

    What is JP Elliott, PhD's background and experience?

    JP Elliott, PhD, holds a PhD in Organizational Psychology from Alliant International University. His career trajectory showcases a blend of corporate HR leadership and strategic consulting.

    He has held prominent internal roles, including Vice President of Talent Management at Dick's Sporting Goods and Senior Vice President of HR at The Brink's Company. Earlier in his career, he served as Director of Global Leadership Development at Lenovo and held positions at McAfee.

    Beyond corporate roles, Dr. Elliott gained valuable experience as a senior consultant with Sibson Consulting’s Organizational & Talent Practice and at IBM Global Business Services. He also co-founded a successful brand strategy and design firm, serving clients such as Warner Bros., Fox, and LEGO.

    What topics does JP Elliott, PhD speak and write about?

    JP Elliott, PhD, is a frequent speaker and thought leader across a broad spectrum of HR topics. His expertise includes leadership development, talent management, organizational design, culture transformation, executive coaching, HR strategy, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. He emphasizes the importance of business-first HR approaches that align talent initiatives with strategic business objectives.

    His acclaimed Future of HR podcast delves into key trends and practices shaping the future of human resources, offering actionable insights for developing next-generation HR leaders. He is also known for his contributions to professional publications, including a co-authored chapter in The Talent Management Handbook 2nd edition and early contributions to Talent Quarterly.

    How does JP Elliott, PhD contribute to the Best Practice Institute?

    As a faculty expert at the Best Practice Institute, JP Elliott, PhD, shares his extensive knowledge and experience with BPI members. He provides valuable insights and guidance on critical areas such as executive coaching, leadership development, and strategic talent management. His contributions help BPI advance its mission of identifying and disseminating best practices in leadership and organizational effectiveness.

    Dr. Elliott's work aligns with BPI's focus on creating Most Loved Workplaces® and utilizing frameworks like the SPARK Model to foster engaged and high-performing organizational cultures. Through his expertise, BPI members gain access to cutting-edge strategies for talent optimization and HR innovation.

    Where can you learn more from JP Elliott, PhD?

    Professionals can gain further insights from JP Elliott, PhD, by engaging with his Future of HR podcast and exploring his contributions as a faculty expert at the Best Practice Institute. Information about his work and expertise is available through BPI's resources and his professional platforms.

    Background & Perspective

    Background

    JP Elliott, PhD, holds a PhD in Organizational Psychology from Alliant International University. His career includes prominent internal leadership roles such as Vice President of Talent Management at Dick's Sporting Goods, Senior Vice President of HR at The Brink's Company, and Director of Global Leadership Development at Lenovo. He also has experience at McAfee. Additionally, Dr. Elliott has worked as a senior consultant with Sibson Consulting and IBM Global Business Services and co-founded a brand strategy and design firm serving clients like Warner Bros., Fox, and LEGO.

    Areas of Expertise

    Dr. Elliott is an expert in a broad spectrum of HR topics, with a focus on business-first approaches that align talent initiatives with strategic objectives. His key areas of expertise include:

    • Talent Management
    • Organizational Design
    • Culture Transformation
    • Leadership Development
    • HR Strategy
    • Executive Coaching
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

    Professional Contributions

    As a thought leader, JP Elliott contributes to the HR field through various platforms. He is the founder of Future of HR Consulting and host of the "Future of HR" podcast, a globally recognized show with over 185,000 downloads. He also developed the Next-Gen HR Accelerator program to foster advanced HR capabilities. Dr. Elliott has co-authored a chapter in The Talent Management Handbook (2nd edition) and contributed to Talent Quarterly. As a faculty expert at the Best Practice Institute, he shares his knowledge on executive coaching, leadership development, and strategic talent management.

    Areas of Expertise

    Talent ManagementOrganizational DesignCulture TransformationLeadership DevelopmentHR StrategyExecutive CoachingDEI Initiatives

    Research Topics

    Human ResourcesTalent ManagementOrganizational DevelopmentLeadership

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