V. Michael Ferdinandi, former Senior VP and Chief Human Resources Officer for CVS Caremark (he’s also my dad), and I discuss organizational culture.
What is it? Why does it matter? How do you change it? (11:33)
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About V. Michael Ferdinandi
Michael’s business career spans 30 years with three leading Fortune 100 companies, including CVS Caremark, PepsiCo and Ford Motor Company.
In his most recent role, Michael was the Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for CVS Caremark, a 215,000 employee retail pharmacy and clinical healthcare provider.
Michael has a long career of managing organizational behavior and workforce development initiatives. Under his leadership, the Department of Labor, the National Council on Aging, and several other notable organizations have recognized CVS Caremark for its commitment to outstanding workforce development.
In 2009, HR Executive magazine named Michael to the “Human Resources Honor Roll.”
Michael earned both a BS and an MS degree in Industrial Education from Rhode Island College. He received a Doctoral Degree in 1995 from Boston University where his major research focused on business process re-engineering.
Hi Chris,
Great sharing of thoughts from the wise elder. You must be lucky to have such a role model and mentor whilst growing up.
Yes, culture and the “force” that moulds and sets the tone – leadership – is central to employee engagement.
They say, “the fruit does not fall far from the tree! I am sure it’s true in your case.
God bless you and your family.
Cheers
Yuva