Sweet Tea Recap: Insights from HR Experts Heather Anderson and Lindsay Mattes

In our latest episode of "Sweet Tea with Emily," we had the pleasure of hosting two exceptional HR professionals, Heather Anderson, JM and Lindsay Mattes, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, (she/her) . These influential women shared updates from their busy lives, discussed their personal achievements, and delved into the current state of HR world, including developments in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Grab your favorite beverage and let's recap the highlights!

Meet Our Guests

Lindsay Mattes:

- TEDx speaker, published author, founder, and president of Kind HR.

- Her upcoming book, "Don’t Be a Dick," will be published on June 15th.

- Serves as the board president of Repertory Dance Theater (RDT) in Salt Lake City.

Heather Anderson:

- Known as the "HR Geek" and "compliance junkie" with a passion for employment law.

- Starting law school this fall to pursue her after receiving Juris Master's degree.

- Plays on a professional billiards team.

- Devoted to supporting and connecting women in her community.

HR Insights and Trends

Our conversation explored key HR topics and trends for 2024:

- Rising Harassment Claims: Acknowledging the concerning increase in harassment claims and the need for higher standards in workplace behavior. "The laws should be the bare minimum. We should grow from there!" - Lindsay.

- HR Community Contributions: Heather highlighted Sports Industries for their efforts in promoting women, and Lindsay praised Dutch Bros for their customer-focused approach.

Quickfire Q&A

Favorite HR Influencers:

- Heather: Elisa Garn , Modern People & Culture Strategist- "Real and raw with the most sincere posts."

- Lindsay: Tina Hazlett, CEO, CVO of Spectrum Recruiting - "She does so much for the community and the women in the Salt Lake community."

Current HR Reads:

- Heather: "Managing to Stay Out of Court"

- Lindsay: "Don’t Be a Dick" - Part autobiography, part HR advice for a kinder, healthier, and more successful workplace.

Both Heather and Lindsay exemplify dedication and leadership in the HR field. Their insights and experiences continue to inspire us all.

Stay tuned for more engaging conversations on "Sweet Tea with Emily"!