Executive Summit

AI is rapidly changing the way businesses – and CHROs – operate. However, few CHROs feel their current function is set up for the AI era. CHROs should develop a comprehensive strategy to help facilitate their AI transformation and think critically about evolving HR functional roles and work for never-ending change. The best CHROs will chart a course for transformation to drive the most business value within HR and the enterprise.

Join this Keynote for key takeaways on:

• How AI will impact HR’s structure and skills; and critical steps to evolve your function and team
• Best practices for embedding AI use cases in HR
• Change leadership capabilities for today’s unpredictable environment

Minnesota ranks #4 among states with the most extensive employment law changes. CHROs must act now to address the dual pressures of state law expansions, while dealing with intense federal enforcement shifts. Leaders need a proactive, two-front compliance strategy to mitigate risk and protect organizational resilience.

Join this session to explore:

• Decoding where state-federal compliance collide
• Implementing multiple "hot list" mandates at once
• Re-purposing data used for compliance

As AI and emerging technologies reshape work, CHROs must balance new-talent acquisition with retaining and reskilling existing employees. How can CHROs proactively close capability gaps and develop the evolving skills needed for growth and efficiency?

Join this session to discuss:

• Pinpointing and closing skill gaps
• Redesigning job architectures for new and obsolete roles
• Scaling skill development and targeted hiring

With constant innovation in AI and other talent dynamics, HR leaders face high-pressure moments with the CEO, the board, and other the C-Suite leaders. But those moments, whether presenting or advising, can also be opportunities to shine—transforming a people leader into a persuasive, savvy CHRO who can win over even the toughest rooms.

Join this session discuss:

• Mastering communication through storytelling and speaking the language of business & technology
• Talking through best approaches for clear, impactful presentations that pack a punch
• Learning how to make everyone leave the room feeling like they've won

Connect with like-minded peers in a 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.

Truly exceptional leaders create a culture of trust, inspire innovation, and drive high performance - and it's up to the CHRO to support promising employees looking to level up. This interactive session will explore the essential qualities needed in an effective and respected leader, and tactical ways HR can support high-potential employees to set the organization up for future success.

Join this session to discuss:

• Qualities of Leadership — Pinpointing the traits that matter most to support organizational growth
• Tactical Insights — Identifying and developing high-potential leaders
• Workplace Culture — Creating supportive, adaptable, and growth-focused environments

CHROs play a pivotal role in aligning organizational design with strategic business goals. By mapping priorities and engaging employees, CHROs ensure changes support growth, technology, and workforce objectives, while minimizing disruption and optimizing outcomes for organizational success.

Join this boardroom to explores ways CHROs can:

• Partner with C-suite leaders to drive agile, intentional design decisions
• Lead change management as AI reshapes workflows and company structure
• Engage leaders and employees to align vision, goals, and adapt to ongoing transformation

In uncertain times, organizations lean on CHROs more than ever.  They must balance neutrality with support, safety with outcomes, and coaching leadership while preparing for any scenario. With a focus on resiliency and action, CHROs can positively impact the employee experience and drive sustainable success even in the toughest times.

Join this session to discuss:

• Defining and reinforcing a culture of resilience and trust
• Engaging the workforce with empathy and practical solutions
• Supporting all employees – including your HR team and yourself 

Embracing authenticity and empathy can transform organizational culture and drive meaningful change, but vulnerability can feel risky for senior leaders especially while leading a complex workforce during tumultuous times. As Senior Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Human Resources at Best Buy, Kamy Scarlett embraces vulnerability as a strength — sometimes breaking traditional HR norms. Join her as she shares bold stories of leading with her true self that generated powerful outcomes and connections that even she never expected.

This keynote will explore:

• The four behaviors that reshaped a workforce and leaders should live by
• Practical strategies for supporting one employee at a time even in times of division or uncertainty
• Finding the courage to evolve or break long standing policies for the greater good

Finish the day sharing lessons learned with your peers over light fare and drinks at this closing reception hosted by your governing body members.