Jeffrey Sumberg, Executive Partner, Gartner

<p>Jeffrey Sumberg is a seasoned executive leader with deep experience helping organisations address their most difficult human capital challenges. </p> <p>From a legal role in labour relations and developing US government-wide policy and tools in all areas of human capital, to being a trusted partner for C-suite clients by helping them align people strategies with critical business goals. Throughout his career, Jeffrey has consistently delivered results by aligning people strategy with workforce needs and business priorities.</p> <p>Jeffrey shares his experiences of culture in highly unionised environments, explains the Human Deal that powers Gartner and underlines how culture never stops. </p> <p>He joins Culture Makers today from Arlington, Virginia, USA.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Highlights from our conversation include:</strong></p> <p><br></p> <p><em>The importance of fairness and equity in federal employment [00:09:05]</em> Discussion on the role of the Office of Personnel Management in setting standards for fair treatment of federal workers.</p> <p><em>Enhancing organisational culture in federal agencies [00:10:18]</em> Exploration of strategies to attract and retain talent in the federal government, despite limitations in compensation.</p> <p><em>The bipartisan importance of a well-functioning government [00:12:19]</em> Reflection on the non-partisan commitment to ensuring the right people with the right skills are in place to serve the American people.</p> <p><em>The importance of continuous effort in building and sustaining culture [00:17:24]</em> Jeffrey discusses the process of identifying and implementing behaviors to shape culture, emphasizing the need for ongoing reinforcement and accountability.</p> <p><em>The perpetual nature of culture and the need for continual intentionality [00:18:32]</em> Colin and Jeffrey highlight the importance of consistently being intentional about culture, as it is an ongoing and ever-present aspect of an organization.</p> <p><em>The impact of culture on employee and