Anne Kiely

The C-Suite Framework

Jennifer Geary interviews Anne Kiely, Chief People Officer at Aer Lingus, discussing her career journey from banking to HR, the importance of organizational culture, and the role of a CPO in shaping employee experiences and strategies. Anne shares insights on navigating different industries, the significance of hiring for skills, and practical approaches to fostering a positive workplace culture.

The conversation also touches on the structure of their book, 'How to be a Chief People Officer', emphasizing the dual focus on employee experience and HR excellence. In this conversation, Anne discusses the multifaceted role of HR, emphasizing the importance of employee engagement, talent management, and the dual lens through which HR operates. She delves into the concepts of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), explaining how they interconnect and contribute to a positive workplace culture. The discussion also highlights the significance of data in HR decision-making and the potential of AI to enhance employee experiences.

Additionally, Anne shares her involvement with Special Olympics Ireland, reflecting on the impact of community service and sports on personal growth and resilience.

Anne Kiely is a Chief People Officer with 20 years of HR experience in finance, technology, consultancy and airline sectors, across a number of diverse organisations. Prior to that she worked for 10 years in banking. Anne is also proud to be a non-executive director of the Special Olympics Ireland. She has a master’s degree in social and organisational psychology, and recently completed the Professional Certificate in Governance. She is the current Chief People Officer at Irish airline Aer Lingus and formerly Head of HR, EMEA at Twitter.

Get the book 'How to be a Chief People Officer' by Anne and Jeniffer here.