Join fellow senior HR executives from top enterprise organizations for a one-of-a-kind experience designed to foster authentic connections and meaningful dialogue. This exclusive summit is your opportunity to dive into the most pressing challenges and opportunities in HR today, guided by thought-provoking sessions and peer-driven conversations — all in a beautiful and relaxing setting. With a thoughtfully curated program that blends insightful presentations with collaborative discussions, you’ll leave with actionable strategies and fresh insights you can apply immediately.

Qualified HR executives from organizations with 2,000+ employees receive complimentary registration and hotel accommodations.

Space is intentionally limited to ensure quality networking and impactful discussions, and  spots are filling fast – reserve your place now to join the best in HR!

HR Executives on the Value of Attending

What an amazing and fulfilling professional event! The quality of the speakers, venue, and connections made with peers made this event a must-do moving forward.

Fantastic opportunity and venue for HR leaders to make quality connection, reflection, and education happen!

Karen E Feeney

VP-HR, Talent Acquisition and Development, KenCrest

As a seasoned HR professional, I've attended numerous conferences, but this one stood out for its forward-thinking approach and practical insights. The sessions were expertly designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities that AI presents to the HR function, particularly from the perspective of Chief Human Resources Officers.

The keynote speakers were leaders in the field, sharing real-world examples and strategies. Networking with fellow CHROs and industry experts was another highlight, offering valuable opportunities to exchange ideas and best practices. The conference emphasized the importance of a strategic approach to AI, ensuring that it complements human skills and enhances overall HR effectiveness.

Overall, this conference was a perfect blend of inspiration, education, and practical advice. It left me feeling empowered and equipped to lead my organization through the exciting transition to AI-enhanced HR practices. I highly recommend this event to any HR executive looking to stay ahead of the curve and drive meaningful change in their organization.

Ryan Dufrain

Chief Human Resource Officer, Brevard Public Schools

Attending the HR Executive Strategy Summit was an incredibly enriching experience that provided me with invaluable insights and practical strategies to enhance our organization's human resources function.

The keynote speakers were truly inspirational, offering diverse perspectives on the future of HR. Their talks were not only informative but also thought-provoking, challenging us to rethink our approaches to talent management, employee engagement, and organizational culture. One session that particularly stood out was the discussion on leveraging AI and technology in HR. It opened my eyes to the possibilities of integrating advanced tools to streamline processes and improve decision-making.

Shafia Hayek

VP, HR & Admin Technology, PennyMac Loan Services

The summit was a highly valuable use of time. The entirety of the content was engaging and useful. I particularly appreciated the size of the audience with a focus on HR Executives. This kept the networking and content particularly relevant for company-level decision making and influence.

Kate Zimberg

SVP, Human Resources, F5

November 2024 Summit Speakers

Torin Ellis

Advisor, Consultant, Coach, & Speaker

Torin Ellis (TE) leads a progressive HR boutique with a focus on diversity and inclusion. We empower our partners’ talent function through a comprehensive catalog of human capital solutions to ensure they effectively attract, nurture, and retain the most dynamic talent necessary to not only meet, but transcend their business vision.

TE pairs its diversity talent management methodologies with a key understanding of today’s business challenges and opportunities — designing proprietary, advanced, data-driven and high-impact talent and organizational strategies.

Our collaborative talent approach is built on transparency, objective clarity, actionable strategy, precise execution and rigorous performance monitoring — it’s the reason some of the world’s most forward thinking companies — Cielo, Nike, ESPN, Redfin — have relied on us to solve their DEIB equation.

Kevin Oakes

CEO & Co-Founder

Kevin Oakes is CEO and co-founder of the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp), the world’s leading human capital research firm focusing on people practices that drive high performance.

Kevin is also the author of Culture Renovation®, an Amazon bestseller which debuted as the #1 new release in a dozen Amazon book categories. Drawing on data from one of the largest studies ever conducted on corporate culture, Culture Renovation™ details how high-performance organizations have successfully changed organizational culture.

Susan Richards

Founder, Managing Partner

Susan is the founder and managing partner of Sapient Insights Group, a women-owned HR and business management consulting and research firm. Her areas of specialty include leadership, change management, organizational effectiveness, mergers and acquisitions, HR strategy, technology, and operations. The overall focus of her work is helping clients align human capital programs, practices, and technology with business strategies to achieve measurable and sustained outcomes.

Over the past 30 years, Susan has worked with organizations such as City of Ontario, Chick-Fil-A, World Fuel Services, LCMC Health, and Cox Enterprises to address critical HR and business challenges. She also has helped clients navigate the organizational and process changes required to maximize adoption of critical enterprise systems. She and her team pride themselves on taking the time to truly understand each client’s business and collaborating to identify realistic goals specific to each organization.

Tim Sackett

CEO

Tim Sackett, SCP, is the CEO of HRUTech.com, a leading technical recruiting firm. Tim has over 20+ years of combined executive HR and talent acquisition experience working for Fortune 500 companies. Tim is a highly sought-after international speaker on leadership, HR &TA Tech, talent acquisition, and HR execution. Tim is currently a Senior Faculty member with the Josh Bersin Academy. He is also an Angel investor and advisor and sits on multiple HR Technology corporate boards.

Tim is the author of the newly released book The Talent Fix, Vol. 2. He also writes daily on his blog, the Tim Sackett Project. Tim is married to a hall-of-fame wife, has three sons, and his dog Tucker. In 2024, he was named a Top Global HR & Recruitment Influencer by HR Executive. He has more Twitter (X) followers than his 3 Gen Z sons and is sponsored on stage by diet Mt. Dew.

November 2024 Agenda

Monday, November 11

3:30 p.m. Summit Welcome
3:40 p.m. Opening Keynote: Preparing the Workforce for AI Acceleration

The AI revolution is well underway, but i4cp research has shown that most companies are still early in their adoption and integration of this powerful tool. While most employees are using it—the Microsoft Work Trend Index reports that 75% of global knowledge workers are already using AI at work—most companies haven’t provided the necessary training and guidance. How do organizations, and HR in particular, ensure their workforce is ready to use generative AI in the ways needed to build and maintain competitive advantage?

Join i4cp CEO and industry thought leader Kevin Oakes as he provides an exclusive first look at new research and showcases:
1. The importance of having a change-ready culture, and the steps needed to get there
2. Real-life examples of how companies are deploying AI to their workforce
3. Key recommendations for HR leaders and team to ensure AI workforce readiness

with Kevin Oakes

4:40 p.m. Thought Leadership Presentation
5:15 p.m. Thought Leadership Presentation
5:35 p.m. Masterminds Session
6:15 p.m. Welcome Reception
6:45 p.m. Dinner

Tuesday, June 25

8:30 a.m. Breakfast
9:30 a.m. Welcome
9:40 a.m. Network Learning Activity
10:25 a.m. Culture Renovation®: 18 Leadership Actions to Build an Unshakeable Company with Kevin Oakes
11:25 a.m. Break
11:35 a.m. Thought Leadership Presentation
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. An “Inside the Beltway” Update from EEOC Commissioner Sonderling: What CHRO’s Can Expect from Washington, DC in 2024
2:00 p.m. Thought Leadership Presentation
2:25 p.m. Thought Leadership Presentation
3:00 p.m. Personal Time
5:30 p.m. Reception

Tuesday, November 12

8:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:10 a.m. Network Learning Activity
8:30 a.m. Program Review
8:45 a.m. Reducing Bias Using Artificial Intelligence

In this keynote, Torin Ellis will examine the complex role of AI in both advancing and potentially hindering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives. He will discuss the challenges of reducing bias in AI systems, emphasizing the importance of a democratized review process that incorporates diverse perspectives. By exploring AI’s role in supporting new recruiting relationships, reducing cognitive biases, and capturing diverse dimensions beyond gender and race, Ellis will offer actionable insights on how organizations can leverage AI to foster inclusivity while remaining vigilant about the risks. As AI continues to reshape the workplace, ensuring transparency, fairness, and ongoing human oversight is crucial in making sure these technologies contribute positively to the future of work.

with Torin Ellis

9:55 a.m. Thought Leadership Presentation
10:20 a.m. Thought Leadership Presentation
10:55 a.m. Roundtables Session
11:35 a.m. Lunch
12:20 p.m. How to Get Your Peers Onboard for Change

We all know sustained change requires a supporting village. In this session, Sapient founder Susan Richards will discuss strategies HR leaders can use to get executive colleagues on board with any change-related initiative – big or small. The presentation will cover how tactics such as coaching, behavior modeling, negotiation, and even relationship assessments can be used in non-threatening ways to get the peer buy-in needed to make change happen. Knowing that best practices don’t always apply in the actual work world, Susan will also discuss ways to lead change in less-than-optimal situations. Susan’s real-life examples will keep the discussion lively and practical.

with Susan Richards

1:20 p.m. Thought Leadership Presentation
1:55 p.m. Thought Leadership Presentation
2:30 p.m. Roundtables Session

Wednesday, November 13

8:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:30 a.m. Welcome
8:35 a.m. AI-Powered Leadership: Revolutionizing the Future of HR and Work

In this dynamic session, Tim Sackett dives in to explore how AI is not just a tool but a transformative force reshaping the HR landscape and redefining leadership for the future. As organizations face unprecedented changes in the workforce, the role of AI in HR becomes pivotal—driving efficiency, enhancing decision-making, and enabling leaders to focus on what truly matters: people.

We’ll explore how AI-powered solutions are revolutionizing talent acquisition, employee engagement, and performance management, creating more agile and responsive HR functions. We will also explore the emerging trends and technologies that are setting new standards in leadership and helping organizations stay ahead in an increasingly competitive environment.

This talk will also address the challenges and ethical considerations of integrating AI in HR, offering strategies to ensure AI is used responsibly and inclusively. Whether you're an HR executive looking to leverage AI to enhance your team's impact or a leader aiming to navigate the future of work, this session will provide actionable insights to help you lead with AI and transform your organization for tomorrow.

with Tim Sackett

9:15 a.m. Thought Leadership Presentation
9:40 a.m. Thought Leadership Presentation
10:05 a.m. Panel Discussion
11:00 a.m. Roundtables Session
11:45 a.m. Roundtables Session
12:25 p.m. Summit Closing
12:45 p.m. Lunch