Chicago CHRO Virtual Executive Summit
May 11, 2021 | 8:00am - 2:30pm CDT
May 11, 2021 | 8:00am - 2:30pm CDT
Collaborate with your peers
Come together with your peers virtually to tackle top business challenges through peer-driven content and discussions at the Chicago CHRO Virtual Executive Summit.
Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CHROs today:
Unifying leadership through change
Enhancing the approach to DE&I
Creating a safe space for well-being
Governing Body Co-Chairs
Kane Calamari
Ace Hardware
Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
Donna Dorsey
Navistar
Chief Human Resources Officer
Amber Kennelly
HUB International
CHRO
Brian McGarvey
GE Healthcare
Senior HR leader – US & Canada
Mike Rude
Option Care Health
SVP, Chief Human Resources Officer
What to Expect
Connect with your CHRO community through a variety of different session formats at the upcoming Virtual Executive Summit. You'll have the opportunity to listen, engage and create lasting relationships with like-minded peers.
Meet the Speakers
Don't miss this opportunity to meet with CHRO practitioners and industry thought leaders who shared their insights on the agenda. Come with questions and get ready to meet new friends in this casual session designed to foster peer connections and collaboration in the Chicago community.
Agenda
May 11, 2021
8:00am - 8:45am CDT Virtual Summit Keynote
Strengthening Culture — A Strategic Leadership Approach
Rusty Bland
EVP, People Engagement & Serving
KeHE Distributors
Jennifer Ricks
EVP People Operations
KeHE Distributors
It's a common sentiment among leaders that two heads are better than one, but working as an efficient and synchronized team requires consistent effort. Collaboration can be challenging and at times lack glamour, but the results are lasting and impactful for an organization. How can CHROs model the values they want to instill in the workforce to create a robust culture?
Join this virtual keynote session to learn ways to:
- Create a culture focused on an empathetic approach, fostering well-being and growth
- Build and sustain resiliency within leadership, while increasing employee engagement
- Set strategic, attainable and innovative goals that allow the organization to excel
8:45am - 9:00am CDT Break
9:00am - 10:00am CDT Virtual Summit Boardroom
Enhancing the Approach to DE&I
Donna Dorsey
Chief Human Resources Officer
Navistar
Dave Osswald
Chief People & Diversity Officer
Molson Coors Beverage
Throughout 2020, DE&I programs flourished. But to sustain these efforts, leadership must continue to partner across the C-suite and take a thoughtful approach to addressing important endeavors like supporting social justice causes and increasing diversity in all levels of the organization. As DE&I programs remain a top priority, how should HR leaders ensure they stay relevant and forward-thinking?
Join this session as HR leaders discuss:
- Strategies to meet the aspirational goals of a robust DE&I program
- Methods of communicating and demonstrating commitment to your workforce
- The future of DE&I programs and trends in supporting social justice causes
9:00am - 10:00am CDT Virtual Summit Boardroom
Bolstering the Employee Experience
Jaison Williams
VP, Global Talent & Inclusion
Fitbit
Brian McGarvey
Senior HR leader – US & Canada
GE Healthcare
The employee experience has drastically shifted in the last year. While organizations have adjusted how they operate, the workforce's expectations of their employer have changed. Maintaining an engaged workforce through 2021 and beyond requires a distinct strategy for company culture and consistent execution throughout all levels of leadership.
Join this session as HR leaders discuss:
- Lessons learned from 2020 and new strategies for 2021
- Challenges in fostering engagement and community
- Strategies to create moments that matter
10:00am - 10:45am CDT Virtual Summit Keynote
Skills, Not Credentials – The New Currency of Work
Hosted by Degreed
Janice Burns
Chief Career Experience Officer
Degreed
Ted Fleming
Head of Talent Development
CVS
Upskilling is essential when you’re preparing an organization to take on the future because skills are the key to driving learning relevancy and personalization. CHROs need to bring learning and talent together to create a holistic career experience. In this session, you will learn how to create an innovative and agile workforce that stays resilient amid the most unpredictable challenges through upskilling.
In this session, you will explore:
- Why organizations should evolve their focus from credentials to skills
- How skills influence career development at the organization and individual level
- The importance of clarifying skills vs competencies and creating a taxonomy
10:45am - 11:00am CDT Break
9:00am - 10:00am CDT Virtual Summit Boardroom
Tech Trends and the Future-of-Work
Janet Catlett
Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer
Stepan
Anne Cooper
SVP, CHRO
Sammons Financial Group
Technology is not a new tool for most organizations but the way it's being used is changing; including through analytics, productivity, HCM, employee support and data storage. It's crucial for the enterprise to understand the impact of the opportunities and challenges these tools will have.
Join this virtual boardroom to discuss ways to:
- Identify emerging tech trends for the future-of-work
- Assess employee needs and identify technology that best supports health and productivity
- Partner with IT regarding data ethics, security and privacy
11:00am - 12:00pm CDT Virtual Summit Boardroom
Unlocking Workforce Responsiveness Through Organizational Design
Sara Stolmeier
Vice President, People & Development
McMaster-Carr Supply
M. Katie Lawler
Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer
ITW
Change management has taken on a new meaning as organizations navigate unprecedented change and an uncertain future. Flexibility and adaptability have become even more critical, and maintaining an engaged workforce is an ongoing challenge. How are HR leaders shaping the direction of the organization and ensuring the workforce is responsive, engaged and productive?
Join this session as HR leaders discuss:
- How to equip employees to handle change
- Methods of reducing friction when implementing new work flows
- Trends in organizational re-design and execution
11:00am - 12:00pm CDT Virtual Summit Boardroom
Recruiting and Retention for the New World of Work
Deborah Deters
EVP, Chief Human Resources Officer
HTLF
Julie Dreixler
CHRO
Graham Media Group
Matt Beliveau
Chief Human Resources Officer
Sara Lee Frozen Bakery
As a result of a highly virtual pivot in 2020, the HR function is now looking at recruitment, onboarding and retention through a new lens. Talent pools are growing but the onboarding process has become more challenging, especially for those hired within the last 12 months.
Join this session as HR leaders discuss:
- Strategies to expand talent pools and new methods of talent acquisition
- Reimagining the onboarding process to accommodate virtual, hybrid and distributed workforces
- Best practices in retention and strengthening culture in largely decentralized businesses
12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT Networking
Meet the Speakers
Mike Rude
SVP, Chief Human Resources Officer
Option Care Health
Don't miss this opportunity to meet with CHRO practitioners and industry thought leaders who shared their insights on the agenda. Come with questions and get ready to meet new friends in this casual session designed to foster peer connections and collaboration in the Chicago community.
11:00am - 12:00pm CDT Virtual Summit Boardroom
HR's Role in Shaping the Future of Well-Being and Fostering Resiliency
Hosted by Bright Horizons
Maribeth Bearfield
CHRO
Bright Horizons
Carolyn Lind
SVP, HR Strategy and Sr. HR Business Partner
Northern Trust
Larry Brand
Chief Human Resources Officer
Elkay Manufacturing
As organizations work through unprecedented change, HR is leading the charge to meet the evolving needs of the workforce. Building resiliency, restoring and redefining work/life balance, and managing health and safety concerns are top priorities. How do people strategies need to adapt to promote holistic well-being, strengthen employees’ connection to your mission and purpose, and build a resilient workforce that can thrive in a rapidly changing economy?
Join this session as HR leaders discuss:
- Strategies to promote resiliency, avoid burnout, and provide equitable support for all employees
- Fostering connection, balance, and productivity for remote, hybrid and on-site employees
- Paving a new path for work/life integration after a year of intense and unsustainable overlap between family and career demands
12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT Virtual Peer-to-Peer Meetings
Peer-to-Peer Meetings
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May 11, 2021
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