
The Psychology of Work · 2026-07-16 · 43 min
What does leading HR through rapid technological change really look like? In this episode, global HR executive Jason Desentz reveals how detective work, authentic vulnerability, and a passion for learning helped him transform powerhouse organizations like Toshiba from the inside out. Dive into surprising parallels between law enforcement and HR, unpack the messy truth behind cross-generational teams, and discover why building trust, not just crunching numbers drives the future of work. If you want a candid, actionable conversation about AI, cohesion, and the human side of high performance, you won’t want to miss this. Jason R. Desentz is a global Human Capital executive and public-company CHRO with more than 25 years advising CEOs, boards, and compensation committees across automotive, manufacturing, technology, healthcare, and financial services. He currently serves as Chief Human Resources Officer for Toshiba's Americas operations, where he leads the full HR value chain and is pioneering the integration of AI into core HR functions.