Philadelphia CHRO Executive Summit

Uncovering the mysteries of body language — how people communicate their thoughts and feelings without saying a word — is a decisive first step toward mastering any business and social situation.  Top executives know that detecting split-second signals from your team and  leadership then taking immediate action is crucial to being a persuasive communicator and problem-solver especially during tricky internal matters or high-level negotiations.

During this session you will learn how to:

• Move beyond the vacuum of artificial body language to a behavioral approach based on YOU
• Strengthen interpersonal relationships, be a more decisive leader and manage your nerves better
• Uncover the less obvious needs of others and improve your team’s confidence and competence

From economic and geopolitical ambiguity to unprecedented advances in artificial intelligence, leadership teams and their organizations will face uncertainty and unrelenting change in the year ahead. Unfortunately, we know that in these situations, many teams struggle to survive.

In this session, Dave Gloss, Head of Team Effectiveness at AIIR Consulting, will reveal:

• Hidden dynamics that sabotage executive teams in moments of change
• Proven strategies CHROs can use to empower their executive teams 
• Skills to not just survive, but thrive in the uncertainty ahead

In today's rapidly changing workforce, cultivating frontline leaders has never been more crucial. This roundtable discussion will address the growing need to identify and foster leadership potential within frontline teams. By leveraging employee listening tools and creating a culture that resonates with modern workplace demands, organizations can empower frontline workers to step into leadership roles, driving long-term success and adaptability.

Join this session to discuss:

• Uncovering and fostering leadership talent within frontline teams
• Leveraging employee listening solutions to cultivate talent and leadership
• Fostering a culture that resonates with the demands of the modern workplace

A Gartner study found 33% of the skills needed in an average job posting from 2019 are no longer necessary in 2024. As job responsibilities continue to evolve, CHROs must anticipate the versatility of future skillsets. Shifting from a tactical short term approach to a strategic long term plan can set the workforce up for success.

Join this session to discuss:

• Planning for challenges that result in talent gaps
• Anticipating evolving job responsibilities
• Implementing a formal development program aimed at future skills

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

The role of succession planning is becoming increasingly important in identifying and retaining future leaders through disruption and uncertainty. CHROs can leverage the planning process to not only ensure long-term organizational stability, but also offer clear career pathways for employees and create a culture centered around talent development.

Join this session for a case study on:

• Developing meaningful succession plans and adapting to changing priorities
• Crafting deliberate development plans with potential successors and ensuring exposure to growth opportunities
• Charting pathways across the organization to leverage cross-divisional talent

While the labor market has softened from the tight market of 2022, there continues to be talent challenges for hiring, engagement and retention, whether due to labor shortages, skills gaps, or pay compression. CHROs of today should be utilizing talent intelligence data for broad organizational success as well as for day to day operational wins.

Join this session to discuss:

• How benchmark data can guide your TA strategies
• Economic and labor market trends impacting TA
• How to use data to win and retain top talent

The complexities of the modern workforce are reshaping the landscape of business operations and redefining employee responsibilities. In the midst of this ongoing transformation, CHROs must be agile in prioritizing current business needs while championing the development of essential skills.

In this session, CHROs will discuss:

• Reorganizing the business to ensure efficient workflows and resource allocation
• Utilizing emerging technologies for employee development
• Structuring organizational design for hybrid work