Build your trusted circle of C-Level peers

Leadership can be isolating at the C-Level. No one else within your organization truly understands the complexities you face. Gartner C-Level Communities are designed to bridge that gap, bringing together executives who know firsthand the demands of your role.

In the Chicago CHRO Community, you will connect with peers who are willing to share their experiences, discuss practical solutions and collaborate on emerging challenges. By joining your local community, you will gain fresh ideas and perspectives, a trusted network of peers and the support you need to lead confidently in a rapidly changing environment.

Join your local community for exclusive access to:

Peer Connections
  • Catch up with familiar faces and build new relationships with colleagues in your community
  • Strengthen your trusted professional network with peers who understand your challenges
  • Establish a circle of peers you can call on for real-time guidance and ongoing support​
Peer Perspectives
  • Engage in candid, in‑depth discussions to address your most pressing priorities
  • Learn firsthand, practical approaches from peers navigating similar challenges
  • Validate your strategies through real-world peer experiences
Gartner Insights
  • Gain data-driven insights and field-tested best practices from Gartner analysts
  • Explore forward-looking strategies on critical issues affecting your role
  • Leverage Gartner insights and Executive Partner expertise to enrich peer conversations

Chicago CHRO Governing Body

A regional Governing Body leads the Chicago CHRO community, shaping the topics and agendas for your local programs and ensuring that all content is driven By CHROs, For CHROs®.

Governing Body Co-Chairs

AJ Brow

White Lodging
CHRO

Kane Calamari

Ace Hardware
SVP & CHRO

Amber Kennelly

William Blair & Company
CHRO

Melanie Tinto

Grainger
CHRO

Governing Body Members

Henry Artalejo

Griffith Foods
SVP, Global HR

Matt Beliveau

Treehouse Foods
CHRO

Kevin Bohan

ProDriven Global Brands
SVP & CHRO

Dee Brown

West Bend Insurance Company
CHRO

Win Buren

Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CHRO

Janet Catlett

Gibraltar Industries, Inc.
CHRO

Al Crook

Zurich Insurance
CHRO, NA

Donna Dorsey

Alight
CHRO

Betsey Frank

Greenberg Traurig
Chief Learning & Development Officer

Katherine Garity

Archdiocese of Chicago
CHRO, Senior Director Human Resources

Shelly Green

USG
SVP & CHRO

Andrea Haan

World Insurance Associates
CHRO

Christy Harris

CCC Intelligent Solutions
CHRO & SVP

Craig Haydamack

Forgent
CHRO

Adam Holton

GE Healthcare
CPO

Natalie Huddleston

Chicago Bulls
VP, People & Culture

Diane Hughes

Alliant Credit Union
CHRO

Cheryl James

Loyola Medicine
CHRO

Heather Jensen

Berlin Packaging
CHRO

ShaRhonda Jointer

Ozinga
CHRO

Tim Jordan

Glory Global Solutions
EVP, Global HR

Claudine Kourkoumelis

Enova International
Chief People Officer

Norah Larke

Wintrust Financial
EVP & CHRO

Katie Lawler

ITW
SVP & CHRO

Angela Mancuso

AIT Worldwide Logistics
CHRO

Lynn Merritt

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CHRO

Kim Nero

GATX
EVP & CHRO

Kim Oren

NCAA
VP, HR

Dave Osswald

Molson Coors Beverage Company
Chief People & Diversity Officer

Laura Rock

Kemper Corporation
CHRO

Mark Salisbury

Transdev
CHRO, North America

Carmen Smith

Hub Group
EVP, CHRO

Jud Snyder

BMO
CHRO, US

Soofia Syeda

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
CHRO, Chief of People & Culture

Robert Taliana

Winland Foods
CHRO

David Works

US Foods
EVP & CHRO

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

  1. Developing People Leaders for Critical, High-Stakes Moments
  2. Harnessing AI to Shape the New Way of Work
  3. Boosting Workforce Excellence and Resilience in Disruptive Environments

Upcoming Programs

In-Person

October 20, 2026 | 1 day

Chicago CHRO Community Executive Summit

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

Connect with CHRO peers at this one-day event focused on practical solutions to top challenges.

In-Person

March 3, 2027 | an evening

Chicago CHRO Community Inner Circle

The Metropolitan

Join fellow CHROs for dinner, discussion, and networking in a relaxed, collaborative environment.

In-Person

November 17, 2027 | 1 day

Chicago CHRO Community Executive Summit

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

Connect with CHRO peers at this one-day event focused on practical solutions to top challenges.



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