Samantha Gadd is the Founder of Humankind and Excellent, New Zealand's leading HR services platform and the world's first EX Design certification programme. She’s led a team who has supported over 1,200 organisations to build high-impact, human-centred workplaces. A recognised EX expert and keynote speaker, Samantha also led the creation of the EX Manifesto, now signed by leaders in over 30 countries. Her mission: help companies make smart people decisions rooted in listening, learning, and lasting impact.
When resources are tight, knowing where to focus your energy is everything. In this session, Samantha Gadd introduces the power of stay interviews—simple, employee-led conversations that surface what really matters. You’ll walk away with four key questions, a practical theming framework, and a clearer path to making confident, human-centred decisions. This is about building culture by listening first—and making sure your people strategies stick.
With five tracks running across the first‑ever Startup People Summit, even the most committed note‑takers couldn’t catch it all live.
Now, you don’t have to miss a thing.
The SPS 2025 On‑Demand channel is ready. Packed with 40+ session recordings from every track, game‑changing ideas from all our speakers, and 12 months to watch, rewatch, and take notes at your own pace.
Just a reminder: If you’re a Unicorn Pass holder, you already have On‑Demand access included. No need to purchase an add‑on — you’re already all set!
Get access to every single session recording from the summit—all five tracks, all speakers, all the insights. Learn on your schedule and replay your favourites any time over (and over again).
40+ session recordings from every track
12 months to watch, rewatch, and take notes at your own pace
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