Magic in the Room #165: Your Unique Contribution: Making HR More Human with Guest Kari Gras

September 11, 2023

What does it take for HR functions to be more focused on supporting people than being the principal's office? In this episode of Magic in the Room, Hannah and Luke sit down with Kari Gras to talk about how she has learned to make HR more human. This is not an easy task. It starts with trust, especially with the rise of remote work, a willingness to have hard conversations, and most importantly a commitment to treating people well.   

 

Kari began her career in Human Resources working with Denise Tuohy in 2005, while employed by the Yellowstone Club. She started working in the HR and Payroll Department, which was a fast-paced and evolving department. With seasonal employees keeping the constant flow of paperwork a necessity, she was challenged to find better ways to refine and streamline procedures. Kari began consulting with small businesses in August 2013, following her entrepreneurial dream and making it a reality! 

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ind Kari on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/togethrconsulting or on her website togethrconsulting.com 


Credits: 

  • This episode of Magic in the Room was recorded in Big Sky, Montana
  • Music by Evan Grim. Find his music on Apple Music

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By Sarah Whitfield • August 5, 2025
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