Inside the Future Workforce with Visa’s HR Leader: Maribel Diz (LIVE @ Unleash 2026)

WATCH: https://youtu.be/MwTk4g91WLY Live from UNLEASH 2026, Adam sits down with Maribel Diz, SVP of People at Visa, to explore how leadership, culture, and career development are evolving in a multi-generational workforce. With nearly 30 years at Visa, Maribel has seen the company—and the world of work—reinvent itself multiple times. Her perspective blends real-world leadership with academic research, offering a grounded yet forward-looking view on what today’s workforce needs. At the center of the conversation is the shifting dynamic between generations—particularly the rise of Gen Z. Maribel challenges common misconceptions, arguing that Gen Z is not entitled or disengaged, but instead highly capable, digitally native, and deeply motivated. What they need isn’t hand-holding—it’s guidance, structure, and leadership that meets them halfway. She shares insights from her doctoral research, including how Gen Z processes information, what drives their engagement, and why traditional leadership approaches often fall short. The conversation also tackles one of the most debated topics in today’s workplace: Remote work vs. in-person work. Maribel offers a clear and nuanced perspective—while remote work may provide flexibility, in-person environments create the relationships, visibility, and unspoken learning moments that accelerate careers. “If you want a job, you can work remotely. If you want a career, you need to come into the office.” She also highlights how AI and automation will reshape HR, freeing leaders from tactical work and enabling a greater focus on strategy, talent development, and mobility. This episode is a practical and optimistic look at the future of leadership—one that requires empathy, adaptability, and a deeper understanding of what truly motivates people. Connect with Maribel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maribel-diz-dba-0858856/