Shari Simpson, EdD, is the host of HR Mixtape and a senior thought leadership leader at Paylocity. With over two decades of experience across training, talent, payroll, and employee relations, she brings curiosity, candor, and real-world perspective to every episode. Shari holds a Doctor of Education in Leadership and Innovation, along with an MBA, MHRM, and SHRM-SCP certification. 

Geoffrey Klein, aka Mr. Purple, is a TEDx speaker, professor, and author of The Content Beast. As CEO of nine dots, he helps organizations craft story-driven content to engage audiences.