In-Person

Atlanta CHRO Community

Executive Summit

June 11, 2026 | Atlanta Marriott Northwest at Galleria

June 11, 2026
Atlanta Marriott Northwest at Galleria

Collaborate with your peers

Get together with Atlanta's top CHROs to tackle shared business challenges and critical priorities facing your role today. Participate in this one-day, local program with peer-driven topics and interactive discussions with your true C-level peers.

Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CHROs today:

Leading Through Change: Building Workforce Resilience and Adaptive Organizations

Empowering Leaders for Tomorrow: Manager Development and the Evolution of Workplace Culture

The Future of HR: Integrating Tech, AI, and Human-Centered Strategies for Growth

Atlanta CHRO Governing Body

The Governing Body Co-Chairs shape the summit agenda, ensuring that all content is driven By CHROs, For CHROs®.

Governing Body Co-Chairs

Terri Lewis

Landstar
CHRO

Jed Milstein

Asbury Automotive Group
CHRO

What to Expect

Interactive Sessions

Hear from CHRO practitioners and thought leaders on how they're solving critical challenges impacting your role today in Keynote sessions, and join smaller, interactive discussions with your peers in Breakout and Boardroom sessions.

Community Networking

Make new connections and catch up with old friends in casual conversations during dedicated time for networking designed to better acquaint you with your Atlanta CHRO community.

Peer-to-Peer Meetings

Connect with like-minded peers in a private, 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.

Agenda

Executive Boardroom Sessions

SpringBOARD into Board Work

Take some of the mystery out of transitioning into board work. Bring your questions and learn from experienced peers to navigate the challenges and opportunities of board service, enhancing your leadership journey and contributing meaningfully to organizational success.

Join this roundtable discussion for:

  • Insights into essential skills and networking techniques
  • Strategies for preparing and positioning yourself to be a strong candidate
  • Methods for finding and pursuing opportunities aligned to expertise and career goals

Yours, Mine, & Ours – Acquisitions Made Simple

Aligning leadership, integrating cultures, and retaining top talent during transitions are critical to post-merger success. How can leaders achieve effective management that minimizes disruption, accelerates value realization, and supports business objectives?

Participants will discuss:

  • Integrating best practices for cultural integration and talent retention
  • Streamlining processes, minimizing disruptions, and maximizing value creation
  • Leading confidently to drive successful outcomes and long-term organizational success



Gartner Keynote Session

Shaping Culture to Power Performance

 Additional details coming soon.


Breakout Session

Culture of Learning – A “Case” Study at Coca-Cola Bottling

Lead by Gianetta Jones, SVP and Chief People Officer, and championed by a passionate CEO, Coca-Cola Bottling is transforming the company into a true learning organization. Through curated, role-based learning and certifications, they are empowering employees at every level, especially during critical transitions.

Join this session to learn how Coca-Cola Bottling is:

  • Hiring for both skills and heart to ensure meaningful work and lasting fit
  • Empowering leaders at all levels to tailor skillsets and knowledge
  • Leveraging AI to accelerate creation, align tech with culture, and focus hiring



We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming in-person gathering

Gartner cares about the health and safety of our community. If you are feeling unwell, please refrain from attending the conference. At this time, Gartner does not have any health-related requirements in place for attendance. Should this change, we will follow up with updated guidance.

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For inquiries related to this community, please reach out to your dedicated contact.

Ernest Hughes

Senior Territory Specialist

971-717-6611

ernest.hughes@gartner.com