Mercedes-Benz’s workforce transformation: Reshape. Reskill. Recharge.

[Love your people podcast] Mercedes-Benz’s workforce transformation: Reshape. Reskill. Recharge.

January 13 | 12 p.m. CT 

Get an inside look at how one of the world's most iconic brands is reshaping, reskilling and recharging its workforce for the future.

 

Join us live on January 13 at 12 p.m. CT

In this episode of “Love your people,” host John Duisberg sits down with Lars N. Minns, Chief Human Resources Officer for Mercedes-Benz North America, for an inside look at how one of the world’s most iconic brands is reshaping, reskilling, and recharging its workforce for the future. 
 
Lars shares a candid perspective many leaders feel: defining a great employee experience is easy, delivering it is hard. Together, they explore how the CHRO acts as the ignition point that turns human potential into real competitive advantage during massive industry transformation. 
 

You’ll hear practical stories on:

  • Encouraging employees to “play” with AI so adoption becomes cultural, not mandated 
  • Differentiating skills beyond the commoditized baseline 
  • Designing strategic Total Rewards so employees can “hack” their benefits to better support their productivity and well-being 
  • Mapping “moments that matter” in the employee journey to drive loyalty, trust and performance
If you’re an HR leader navigating change, technology shifts, talent strategy or a new corporate vision—this conversation offers a field-tested, high-impact playbook.

Meet our guest

Lars N. Minns, Chief Human Resources Officer, Mercedes-Benz North America

Lars N. Minns is the Chief Human Resources Officer for Mercedes-Benz North America. Lars champions a people-first culture that drives business transformation through resilience, agile HR strategy, and continuous learning. Under Lars’s leadership, Mercedes-Benz USA is undergoing one of the largest transformations in the automotive industry, with a focus on technological innovation, sustainability, and building a competitive advantage through talent. Lars is known for fostering trust, empowering teams, and aligning HR strategy with business objectives to create an inclusive, high-performing workplace. He is recognized for cultivating the right talent and championing employee well-being, engagement, and adaptability.

Frequently asked questions

Will this live podcast be recorded and available later?

Yes! We'll send out the recording to everyone who registers. However, we encourage you to join the live recording experience if possible. You don't want to miss out!

Who is this podcast for?

This podcast is for anyone who is interested in learning from innovative HR leaders and connecting with other people and culture professionals.

Are there any benefits to joining live?

Joining the live recording session will give you the opportunity to connect with like-minded people leaders in real-time.

Is this session valid for SHRM and HRCI credit?

Yes! This episode will be valid for 1 PDC toward SHRM and HRCI recertification credit.

 

With support from SHRM-Atlanta.

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