Growth got you feeling like a hot mess? Scaling up can be a doozy, but don't worry, we've got your back. The People masterminds podcast is here to relieve your scaling stress and bring you People & Culture inspiration that you can actually use. Get moved and shaken by Kristel and Eveliese who, based on their daily experiences with scale-ups, know exactly the growing pains you have to go through to reach your goals. Forget cookie-cutter advice, we bring you the goods - real insights, killer tips, practical cases, and amazingly interesting guests who will blow your mind. Listen in and get ready to level up with the People masterminds podcast. The People masterminds podcast is our way of sharing knowledge and experience for free. Want to know more about our other services and products? Visit ⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com⁠ or contact us at ⁠[email protected]⁠. Want to receive our regular ‘Brain Bites’? Go to ⁠www.peoplemasterminds.com/brainbites⁠ and subscribe. In this podcast episode we discuss the role of a People leader in an M&A, with Ness Sbai, VP People and a renowned expert in M&A's. With her wealth of knowledge, we delved deep into the role of the HR leader during mergers and acquisitions. We discuss: ✨ The important role HR can play in the M&A universe. ✨ Essential actions for People leaders throughout the deal stage and post-deal integration. ✨ Unveiling the potential deal breakers from a People lens. ✨ Proactive approaches to ensure your key talents remain committed during and after the transition. M&As are more than financial mergers; they're about merging cultures, values, and people. Learn from the best in the business about how to do it right!