An expert in technology, learning, and talent development, with a 30-year track record of creating and scaling nonprofit and for-profit organizations that have improved millions of lives. Hiles is the founder or co-founder of SFWorks, EARN, The Hiles Group, Pathbrite, Calbright College, and Black Ops Ventures.
Businesses succeed by attracting and retaining top talent. This is, in fact, the most important game that every company is playing. Competition for talent is the only battle that really matters. So, how do you win this fight?
It’s hard to describe, but sometimes you just know you’ve found the place that’s right for you. Today, as my appointment to the board of directors at Udemy is announced, I can’t help but think this is one of those moments.
Tomorrow, Calbright will take the stage at Dreamforce during two sessions. While it’s certainly an honor to share the stage with influential business leaders, I am most humbled by the opportunity to represent the people who are often present – but unseen – at a place like Dreamforce.
If there is one thing that is truly flummoxing to me, it’s wonton unkindness. I just don’t understand it. And when unkindness fully extends to outright contempt for a fellow or sister human being, I just feel rage.
