In this episode, Shawn and Sarah sit down with the dynamic duo Lori Richards and Cass Bergemann from Mueller Communications, where culture isn’t just talked about, it’s lived every day.

If Mueller had a theme song, Queen’s “Don’t Stop Me Now” accurately represents the organization’s energy and momentum, and this humanscape conversation delves into how it all comes together. Lori and Cass share how their team brings humanity to the workplace through their Cultural Canvas, values like “clear is kind,” and the powerful demonstration of celebrating parenthood. You’ll hear how mentorship, feedback and fun come together to build a truly people-first culture.

This conversation is a masterclass in making work more human.

In this episode, we explore how two dynamic leaders – Peggy Williams‑Smith, President & CEO of VISIT Milwaukee and Christina Cooper, VP of Human Resources – have harnessed their own experiences to forge more inclusive, high‑performing teams. Drawing on Peggy’s hospitality‑industry insights and Christina’s HR expertise, they unpack practical strategies that create environments where every voice is heard and valued. Their conversation highlights real‑world approaches to building unity through uniqueness and reimagining team development as an ongoing, purpose‑driven process. If a visit to Milwaukee isn’t on your bucket list, it will be after this episode!

Ever wonder how a company makes 3 million pizzas a week and stays a Great Place to Work? In this episode, Shawn and Sarah chat with Wendy Bushell, Chief People Officer at Palermo’s, about the secret sauce behind their people-first culture. From visual training for a workforce speaking 8 languages to personalized learning paths and daily free pizza, Wendy shares how passion, innovation and purpose fuel Palermo’s. Get ready for a flavorful convo on leadership, culture and making work feel like family.