Emily Douglas

Emily Douglas

Emily is the global managing editor for all HRD titles - Australia, Canada, Asia, New Zealand and US - under the Key Media publishing company. Responsible for all editorial output and managing all national news editors and contributors, Emily has been with Key Media since 2017.

Emily has a wealth of editorial experience, having written on HR, people management, strategy, and technology since 2015. After studying at both University College London and the University of Geneva, Emily began writing for global business publications and productions post-graduation.

Though she loves all HR-related issues, Emily’s specialties are employment law, mental health, and LGBTQ+.

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'Everyone deserves another chance'

'Everyone deserves another chance'

HR experts cite merits of hiring ex-offenders to fill skills gaps

'It's all about listening and acting': How NRT's HR strategy adapts to a global workforce

'It's all about listening and acting': How NRT's HR strategy adapts to a global workforce

'We find people really enjoy being part of the decision-making process, especially for things that relate to them'

Technology and timescapes: A glimpse inside EllisDon's safety-led culture

Technology and timescapes: A glimpse inside EllisDon's safety-led culture

'EllisDon is embracing technology and is hungry to see all of the advancements in the marketplace,' says HR leader John Martin

'We have very strong ESG principles at the heart of everything we do'

'We have very strong ESG principles at the heart of everything we do'

Schneider Electric's SVP of HR on the future of sustainability at the tech giant

From Melbourne Tigers to CHRO: ‘Once you're able to set a direction, you'll see instant results'

From Melbourne Tigers to CHRO: ‘Once you're able to set a direction, you'll see instant results'

Rob Stone of CHEP Network discusses importance of resilience coupled with self-care

The ‘magic middle’: Why lower management is key to organizational success

The ‘magic middle’: Why lower management is key to organizational success

MUFG's head of global talent on defining 'frozen middle'

Harnessing analytics: How HR leaders are integrating AI, predictive tools for strategic advantage

Harnessing analytics: How HR leaders are integrating AI, predictive tools for strategic advantage

Sanofi's global head of insights data governance discusses latest tech trends

People first, AI second: Leveraging new tech with people-centric approach

People first, AI second: Leveraging new tech with people-centric approach

In implementing HR tech, put the user experience at the forefront, says Travis Windling of RBC

Microsoft’s VP of HR: ‘Our ultimate goal is to create a more effective and efficient HR function’

Microsoft’s VP of HR: ‘Our ultimate goal is to create a more effective and efficient HR function’

Amy Coleman sits down with HRD to chat growth mindset, DEI pushes and the changing face of HR

Leading with practical empathy: What skills do your managers need to thrive in 2024?

Leading with practical empathy: What skills do your managers need to thrive in 2024?

'Organizations that enable leaders to practice empathy remove the conflict leaders often feel between managing business requirements and their natural desire to help people'