Executive Summit

Speakers want action, not just applause. But busy executives don’t have time to learn complex communication models or esoteric storytelling processes — they need a simple, effective speaking framework that can help them not only connect with any audience, but also elicit real change. Enter the "Swarm Effect."

Join this session with Arthur Zards — a thought leader, TEDster and provocateur — to:

• Hone your skills in executive influence
• Adopt a more authentic and engaging approach to speaking
• Take your next presentation from “understandable” to “compelling"

In today's challenging economy, employees face financial stress due to from multiple angles, including rising living costs, inflation, healthcare expenses and student debt. The result — decreased productivity, increased turnover, evolving employee demands and heightened pressure on CHROs to respond effectively.

Join this session to explore strategies to:

• Reduce the impact of financial stress on your company's bottom line
• Increase workforce productivity, while curbing turnover
• Implement systems to mitigate the worker financial health crisis

Leadership is the single most influential factor in shaping workplace culture, employee engagement, and performance, but what's the real business impact? In 2025, organizations that invest in leadership effectiveness will see measurable improvements in retention, productivity, and overall profitability.

Join your peers to discuss:

• Data-driven insights on how leadership effectiveness directly affects business outcomes
• How to position leadership as a core part of your employee engagement strategy
• Actionable strategies for HR leaders to secure stakeholder buy-in

All CHROs must now consider AI as they grow the enterprise, but how is AI transforming HR? The challenge is combining data-driven insights with action-oriented solutions to connect people and work. CHROs can implement AI to optimize workforce decisions to drive business performance and decision making.

Join this boardroom to explore:

• Leading and transforming HR using the power of generative AI
• Empowering front line leaders with data to streamline workflows
• Discovering practical strategies to adopt AI for progress

According to a recent survey of 2,500 CHROs, KinderCare has found that "85% believe childcare benefits reduce employee turnover," along with several other employee-first results. It is important to explore the option of employer-sponsored childcare, as surveys show an impact on morale and productivity.

Join this boardroom with your peers to discuss:

• The cost-effectiveness and logistical considerations of implementing childcare benefits
• Challenges in integrating childcare services into an existing benefits package
• How to measure the success of such benefits

Connect with like-minded peers in a one-on-one setting through Peer-to-Peer Meetings

Organizations will soon find themselves leading or lagging in the Generative AI space with Gartner research indicating that nearly 50% of CHROs are in the late stages of implementing AI solutions. By utilizing technology to anticipate change, decipher real-time insights and enable automated decision-making, CHROs can proactively shape high-performing organizations.

Join this session to explore how Gen AI can:

• Predict workforce trends and optimize talent strategies
• Enhance employee experiences before challenges arise
• Engineer organizational and cultural success

Organizations everywhere have used Total Rewards programs to attract and retain talent by offering a buffet of benefits to highlight the investment they make in their people. Yet despite these efforts, research shows that workers feel these strategies often fail, not only in addressing their most important needs, but in enhancing their overall employee experience. This session will unveil the latest insights from the 2025 Global Culture Report and foster discussion to help you redefine your Total Rewards programs and provide the right mix of offerings to better communicate authentic care.

Join this session to discuss:

• Why employee-centered care must be at the core of Total Rewards strategies that align with what matters most to employees
• Why recognition done well throughout an organization can make a difference in fostering positive mental health practices
•  How organizations can approach employee job transitions with the same care and attention given to new hires

No longer satisfied with transactional perks, today’s employees increasingly expect employers to support their total wellbeing that integrates physical health, mental health and financial security. Employers who adapt to these shifting needs enhance retention, productivity and optimize value for benefits investment.

Join this boardroom session to:

• Boost engagement with personalized, easy-to-navigate benefits
• Integrate high tech with the human touch to manage complexity
• Drive retention, productivity, and success with total wellbeing