{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Alumni Podcasts ","title":"Why Companies Should Build Alumni Communities with Jenn Pedde, PeoplePath","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/cf2b8349\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2222,"description":"In this episode of Alumni Podcasts, Robert is joined by Jenn Pedde, VP of Customer Advocacy at PeoplePath, to explore the fast-evolving world of corporate alumni networks and community engagement. Jenn shares her unconventional journey into the sector and unpacks why relationships are becoming the most valuable currency in an AI-driven workforce. The conversation dives into how companies are rethinking employee lifecycles, treating alumni as long-term assets for rehiring, brand advocacy, and business development while highlighting the growing importance of storytelling, media, and consistent engagement. From the shift toward “career-long communities” to practical examples of what great alumni programs look like, this episode offers a sharp look at how organizations can turn past employees into one of their most powerful growth channels. ","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/lMtsaW0LxQioo2W_ScZtMp5A1UmHIpKWwcCcmJedCIA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mZDJk/NTdhOWIxNjViNzU4/ZGIzZjRiMTEwYjU0/YmM3OC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}