Talent On The Rise

In the podcast episode of "Talent on the Rise," host Joe Mater interviews Ricky Russell, the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada. With over 20 years of experience in HR and talent acquisition, Ricky discusses his passion for growing people and careers, fostering inclusion and engagement, and enabling the future of work. Ricky shares his background, growing up on a farm in southeastern Kentucky, and how the skills and work ethic he developed there shaped him both personally and professionally.  Throughout his career, Ricky transitioned from talent acquisition into various HR roles in industries such as airlines and healthcare. He emphasizes the importance of persistence, determination, and patience in building a successful career. Ricky feels grateful to be in healthcare, where his work indirectly impacts lives by supporting frontline caregivers. Ricky shares how important it is to nurture and build relationships with talent without the expectation of them a