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“All Things Work” Podcast S2 E12
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Wes Burke, CHRO of care.com, discusses the many layers of work-life integration and the impact caregiving has on the modern workplace. Burke highlights the diverse challenges employees face in balancing professional responsibilities with caregiving duties, whether it involves children, elderly parents, or even pets. Tune in to discover how care.com is redefining workplace support and setting a new standard for employee care.
Wes was appointed Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of care.com in April 2023. As CHRO, he oversees the Company’s global human resources function, including people operations (talent acquisition, compensation, performance management and benefits), workforce strategy, and culture and engagement, among other areas.
An accomplished and seasoned executive, Wes brings 20 years of experience to Care having most recently served as Head of Human Resources for GameStop since October 2020. Earlier in 2020, he was CHRO for Accent Food Services after having spent six years as Vice President of People & Culture at Alchemy Systems. Before that Wes held various leadership roles at Target and Floor & Décor.
Wes received his B.B.A. from Sam Houston State University in Texas and serves on the Board of Directors for Goodwill Central Texas. He is also a member of the Society for Human Resource Management.
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