Redefining Work is a podcast exploring the new world of work. Each week I sit down with big thinkers and doers shaping what work looks like today - and tomorrow. The podcast spotlights mavericks, innovators, boundary-pushers, creators, builders, and convention crushers. It’s a conversational format bringing real insights, experience, and stories from a range of business leaders around the world.

In this episode of Redefining Work, Lars Schmidt sits down with Kelly Scheib, Chief People Officer at Crunchbase, to explore how the company is transforming HR through innovative strategies. Kelly shares insights on spaghetti careers, a flexible benefits model, and how Crunchbase leverages AI to streamline processes while maintaining human connection. Learn how Crunchbase’s people-first culture is redefining the future of work and the role of HR in tech companies. 
Topics covered: 
 
Crunchbase’s &quot;People Project Pool&quot; and how it breaks down HR silos 
 
The Live Your Best Life flexible benefits program 
 
How Crunchbase integrates AI without losing human empathy 
 
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging woven into people systems

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