UK & Ireland CHRO Executive Summit

Hosted by the UK&I CHRO Governing Body members, this dinner is a can’t-miss opportunity to connect with your peers prior to tomorrow’s Executive Summit. Please join your colleagues for an evening of good food, wine, and lively networking.

The world of work is undergoing a seismic shift with the acceleration of AI. Over recent years, the role of HR has moved beyond traditional boundaries as a partner function to being a driving force in setting the strategic direction and vital to achieving organisational success. As a result, the skills needed to thrive have transformed significantly and we now find ourselves at the beginning of a relationship-driven economy where human innovation will reign supreme. In this dynamic environment, CHROs are facing a future where outdated talent playbooks will no longer suffice.

Join this keynote to delve into:

• Harnessing core people skills to excel and remain competitive
• Developing AI literacy to foster engagement and retention
• Evolving talent strategies to meet the fluid demands of the modern workforce

In recent years, technology and its transformative potential has rapidly become a cornerstone of HR practices, however this also introduces risks that are much less traditional to the function. With the introduction of the EU AI act, CHROs should prioritise implementing robust ethical frameworks and governance structures, so that their organisations can leverage this tech to enhance efficiencies, effectiveness and employee engagement.

Join this boardroom to discuss:

• Understanding various AI concepts and the tangible benefits of integrating it into people processes
• Aligning initiatives and practices with regulations whilst ensuring a human-centric approach
• Fostering a culture of transparency, accountability and fairness in algorithmic decision-making processes

Creating strategic, business-driven HR teams is dependent on two key factors: digital transformation that streamlines processes and provides insightful people analytics; and empowering line managers to self-serve people matters with confidence and consistency. Despite this, CHROs face significant barriers to investment in initiatives that successfully deliver the future of HR and enhance the employee experience.

Join this boardroom to explore:

• The revolutionary potential that tech-led HR transformation has on the business
• How leveraging data-driven insights can identify root causes of performance issues, manage risk and inform strategic decisions
• The connection between empowering managers and improving key business performance indicators, such as sickness absence rates, employee retention and engagement

 Amid a talent war and profound skills evolution, nurturing high-potential, future-focused talent is a more vital than ever. Through their immersive development centres, AstraZeneca have found that moving beyond mere identification into a sustained, long-term experience is vital to cultivating the engaged, courageous and authentic leaders of tomorrow.

Join Phoebe Garfinkel, Head HR, AstraZeneca UK as she delves into:

• Employing a multilayered experiential approach to learning and leadership development
• Distinguishing between high potential and high performance in the context of growth and innovation
• Ensuring ongoing evolution in alignment with shifting organisational needs and future trends

CHROs are often looked at for answers when it comes to "people problems" but what happens when they don’t have the answer? Organisations focus on the positive moments that matter, however the challenging moments are often the ones that wield the most professional and personal lessons, and need to be spoken about. 

 Join this boardroom to discuss and learn from peers about:

• Common pitfalls and challenges faced on the leadership journey
• Strategies for overcoming obstacles and turning setbacks into opportunities for growth
• Practical tips and advice to enhance leadership effectiveness

Just over a year ago, generative AI (GenAI) took HR by storm. Seventy-six percent of HR leaders had agreed that they would be lagging in organisational success if they did not adopt and implement GenAI in the next 12 to 24 months. Now, as the initial hype subsides, CHROs must evaluate the true implications of this technology.

Join Eser Rizaoglu, Senior Direct Analyst at Gartner, as he examines:

• Changing attitudes towards GenAI in HR
• Realities of GenAI use cases
• Key considerations for advancing initiatives efficiently