Our team
Meet The Team
David Rice
Senior Editor
David Rice is the Senior Editor of People Managing People. He’s passionate about people operations as a business function and a conduit for improving how organizations influence culture and society. When he’s not at his computer typing away, he’s probably playing soccer or picking weeds in his garden.
My Personal Core Values:
Curiosity, open-mindedness, fairness, respect and always finding time for laughter.
Random Fact about me:
I have a TikTok, Instagram and YouTube channel dedicated to my outdoor adventures.
How can we Build a Better World of Work:
It starts with recognizing that our organizations aren’t just businesses, but cultural institutions that have a profound impact on people’s lives.
Finn Bartram
Editor
Finn is an editor at People Managing People. He’s passionate about growing organizations where people are empowered to continuously improve and genuinely enjoy coming to work. If not at his desk, you can find him playing sports or enjoying the great outdoors.
My Personal Core Values:
Sustainability, equality, friendship, family.
Random Fact about me:
Was once number one in the world on an online video game, 3 months well spent!
How can we Build a Better World of Work:
By balancing people and the planet with profits and growth.
Rebecca (Becca) Banyard
Digital Producer
Becca is the Digital Producer of People Managing People, where she orchestrates the content production, digital projects, and events that have grown the brand’s influence. She is passionate about bridging cultures and amplifying minority voices in the workplace. When she isn’t working, you can find her snapping pics for her food blog, singing her heart out with her guitar, or practicing her figure skating skills (which are almost non-existent).
My Personal Core Values:
Family, faith, fun, human connection, multiculturalism.
Random Fact about me:
I speak Japanese.
How can we Build a Better World of Work:
Foster an environment of respect & equal opportunity where people can grow, thrive, and be recognized for the unique skills and talents that they bring to the table.
Kim Behnke
HR Tool Expert & Writer
Kim Behnke is an HR Tool Expert & Writer for People Managing People. She draws on her 9 years of human resources experience and her keen eye for systematic processes to support her analyses of the top HR tools on the market. Her HR experience includes recruitment, onboarding, performance management, training and development, policy development and enforcement, and HR analytics. When away from her desk, she can usually be found outside tending to her ever-expanding garden.
My Personal Core Values:
Integrity, honesty, authenticity, equity, and humour.
Random Fact about me:
I love to travel, and spent my honeymoon in Papua New Guinea snorkeling, exploring volcanoes and learning from the local Indigenous people.
How can we Build a Better World of Work:
Proactively deepen your level of personal engagement with your co-workers. When you’re more connected on a personal level, you’ll naturally feel happier at work – like you’re among a group of friends.
Debby Handoko
Designer
Debby is a digital and UI UX designer who is fun & self-motivated, detail-oriented, & open-minded to perspectives & new ideas. She brings passion and personality to every bit of work she does for People Managing People. When she’s not working, she loves to travel, enjoy nature, do sports, try new experiences, and spend time with her dogs and stray dogs around her house. She also enjoys being alone and in solitude.
My Personal Core Values:
Love, empathy, down to earth, finding beauty in the imperfection, a lifetime learner.
Random Fact about me:
I am a crazy dog lady and a bathroom singer.
How can we Build a Better World of Work:
We need to build trust, work ethic, accountability, and a clear system, so everyone can understand their responsibilities and see their values within the company.