How Human-Centered HR Builds Stronger Organizations featuring London Porter

What if AI could help HR work more humanly?

In this Shaker x “Don’t Tell Me About Yourself” collaboration, hosts Victoria Gates and Lorna Erickson sit down with London Porter, Assistant Director of HR at the City of Henderson, to explore how HR leaders can turn conflict into connection, build stronger relationships, and use AI more intentionally across the organization.

In this conversation, London shares why so many people still misunderstand HR, how enterprise teams can use AI in practical, everyday ways, and why the future of talent leadership depends on relationships at every level. He also discusses how leaders can use reflection, structure, and consistent habits to sharpen their leadership practice over time.

You’ll hear a real-world perspective on what it means to lead with clarity in a fast-changing environment, why meeting people where they are matters more than ever, and how thoughtful leadership development can support better decisions, stronger teams, and more connected organizations. Whether you’re in HR, talent acquisition, or people leadership, this conversation offers a fresh lens on the role of modern leadership.