ABOUT COLE NAPPER
A globally recognized leader in people analytics, workforce planning, talent intelligence and HR technology. Come learn how to build ROI for your business through data-driven HR.
Cole has pioneered the shift of HR from a cost center to a profit center through data, AI, and scalable solutions. He had led strategic HR transformation at global Fortune 500 companies (FedEx, Toyota, Texas Instruments, Grainger), venture-capital backed startups (Motive, Booster), and built transformative HR technology at Lightcast and Orgnostic. Owner and Principal Consultant at Directionally Correct, LLC, Cole hosts the #1 people analytics podcast and newsleter in the world. He is a keynote speaker and HR tech advisor, and leader in the SIOP and SPA. His expertise spans labor market intelligence, workforce planning, and generative AI, backed by a Ph.D. in I-O Psychology.
WHAT I DO
People Analytics | Workforce Planning | Talent Intelligence | Labor Market Research | Directionally Correct - #1 People Analytics Podcast & Newsletter | Book Author | Speaker | HR Tech Advisor
Keynote Speaker
Cole Napper delivers provocative, data-driven, and future-focused keynotes that challenge conventional thinking and inspire action. Whether speaking on people analytics, Gen AI, workforce strategy, or the future of HR, these are talks you won’t want to miss—and can’t find anywhere else.
Directionally Correct Podcast - #1 People Analytics Podcast Globally
Directionally Correct is the #1 People Analytics podcast, offering data-driven insights, expert interviews, and actionable strategies at the intersection of HR, talent intelligence, and workforce innovation. Hosted by Hosted by Cole Napper, world-renowned expert, the podcast equips professionals with the tools to turn labor market trends and people analytics into competitive advantage.
Book: "People Analytics"
"People Analytics: Using Data-Driven HR and Gen AI as a Business Asset" teaches you how you can use people analytics to drive business performance? Why does a data-driven approach to HR add value and how can you achieve this? What role should AI play in a people analytics function?
"People Analytics" has the answers.
Data Driven HR Academy & Masterclass
coming soon
The Data-Driven HR Academy helps HR professionals at all levels use data to drive real business impact. Based on Cole Napper’s book People Analytics, the course blends leadership, technical skills, and strategy to transform how HR works. Sign up today. You won’t believe who’s involved!
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