Executive Summit

Only 16% of employees say they’re thriving in their roles — a staggering number that cannot be ignored. Yet, new insights from O.C. Tanner’s 2026 Global Culture Report reveal how workplaces can become a source of renewal and resilience in uncertain times.

Join this session to discuss:

• Why healthy performance requires both expectations and support
• The 5 behaviors that shape inclusive, high-performing teams
• Why integrated recognition creates a cultural multiplier effect

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Truly exceptional leaders create a culture of trust, inspire innovation, and drive high performance - and it's up to the CHRO to support promising employees looking to level up. This interactive session will explore the essential qualities needed in an effective and respected leader, and tactical ways HR can support high-potential employees to set the organization up for future success.

Join this session to discuss:

• Qualities of Leadership – Pinpointing the traits that matter most to support organizational growth
• Tactical Insights – Identifying and developing high-potential leaders
• Workplace Culture – Creating supportive, adaptable, and growth-focused environments

In today’s dynamic world, CHROs must elevate into true business partners who prepare their organizations for the challenges of tomorrow.  Effective HR leaders influence change, foster resilient workforces, and, at the heart of it all, put people first even as technology evolves like never before.

Join this keynote to learn about:

• Collaborating with other business leaders to translate company strategy into actionable people initiatives
• Shaping an adaptable and innovative workforce through upskilling and reskilling to fit future business needs
• Leveraging change management strategies to cultivate a supportive culture

Connect with like-minded peers in a one-on-one setting through Peer-to-Peer Meetings. You will be matched with peers in your community based on your shared interests and priorities.

As AI and emerging technologies reshape work, CHROs must balance new-talent acquisition with retaining and reskilling existing employees. How can CHROs proactively close capability gaps and develop the evolving skills needed for growth and efficiency?

Join this session to discuss:

• Pinpointing and closing skill gaps
• Redesigning job architectures for new and obsolete roles
• Scaling skill development and targeted hiring

With constant innovation in AI and other talent dynamics, HR leaders face high-pressure moments with the CEO, the board, and other the C-Suite leaders. But those moments, whether presenting or advising, can also be opportunities to shine—transforming a people leader into a persuasive, savvy CHRO who can win over even the toughest rooms.

Join this session discuss:

• Mastering communication through storytelling and speaking the language of business & technology
• Talking through best approaches for clear, impactful presentations that pack a punch
• Learning how to make everyone leave the room feeling like they've won

Finish the day sharing lessons learned with your peers over light fare and drinks at this closing reception hosted by your governing body members.