Knowledge Centers are communities within the Association that bring together subsections of members based on their individual interests and focus, while complementing the Association’s activities. They offer additional benefits to members, such as the opportunity to dive deep into topics of shared interest, in addition to volunteer leadership and speaking opportunities.

Simply put, Knowledge Centers allow you to connect with other members who understand what you’re dealing with, without lots of explanation. 

Get Involved – Become a Knowledge Center Member

Currently, there are three Knowledge Centers: Talent Acquisition & Management, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and our just launched EMEA region focused. While any member can attend a Knowledge Center meeting, you gain maximum value by joining one or both of these Knowledge Centers as a Member. There is no fee to join although you must be already be an current HRO Today Association member to be eligible. As a member, you:

  • can “deep-dive” into topics with like-minded peers;
  • are recognized on the Knowledge Center webpage and marketing materials;
  • receive priority access to Knowledge Center Roundtables;
  • gain exclusive access to recordings of Knowledge Center Roundtables;
  • contribute your ideas for discussion topics; and
  • are considered for speaking at Knowledge Center Roundtables.

Become Knowledge Center Member: Contact Connor Feeney at Connor.Feeney@SharedXpertise.com and indicate which Knowledge Center(s) you would like to join.

Talent Acquisition & Management

2024 Co-Chairs

Michele Capra

Senior Client Partner and Vice President Talent Acquisition

Kadiatou Cesaire

Senior Vice President, Global HR and Talent Development

Cristine Kane

Global Vice President, Client Success

Cherice Schmidt

Executive Vice President, Client Services

Ilhaam van der Schyff

Group Head of Talent Acquisition

Q1 2025 Roundtable | Tuesday, April 1st | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET

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AGENDA

TOPIC: Examining Need-to-Know 2025 Talent Trends

11:00 AM – Session Introduction & Industry Viewpoint (20 min.) Facilitator: TA/TM Knowledge Center Co-Chair Cristine Kane (Hudson RPO).

The talent landscape is evolving—are you prepared for what’s ahead? Join Cristine Kane, Global Vice President, Client Success at Hudson RPO, for an interactive deep dive into the key talent trends shaping 2025. This session will explore the critical shifts impacting talent acquisition, management, and strategy, providing HR and talent leaders with the insights they need to stay ahead.

What to Expect:
– Expert Insights: Gain an industry-wide perspective on the latest workforce trends from Hudson RPO.
– Collaborative Problem-Solving: Participate in an engaging discussion with fellow members to explore challenges and solutions.
– Actionable Takeaways: Walk away with key strategies to refine your talent approach in 2025.

11:20 AM – Member Collaboration (40 min). Association members, this is YOUR opportunity to share insights, ask for advice, and get answers to questions that will enable you to be more effective in your role. We’ll be deep diving into each trend Cristine discusses.

Register

TA/TM Knowledge Center Member Roster

Sarah Agre, Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist, Sevita Health

Mary Butler, VP, RPO Operations & Client Delivery, AMER & LATAM, KellyOCG

Mina Cipre, Senior Manager of People Technology, N-able

Daiane Cerencovich, Director, Talent Acquisition, Kyndryl

Lee Van Cockerill, Senior Director, People Tech & Transformation, N-able

Kristin Hoelzle, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Sevita Health

Kathleen MacKenzie, Director, HR Business Partner, Marriott Vacations Worldwide

Jenny Miles, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, N-able

Karolina Pominkiewicz, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, N-able

Pratima Prasad, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Hudson RPO

Erika Ueno Fuentes, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, N-able

Vineet Wadhwa, Senior Director, Talent Acquisition, Reworld

Treana Wilson, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, N-able

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

2024 Co-Chairs

Steve Amsden

Vice President, Military and Diversity Outreach

Leah Brome

Director, Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity, Global Programs

Dr. Virnitia J. Dixon

EVP, Chief Diversity and Culture Officer

Marvin Figaro

Director, DEI Strategic Partnerships – Diversity Office

Jo Anne Hill

Vice President, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Kizmet T. Moore, MBA, CDE

AVP, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Jasmyne Ormond, M.Ed

Executive Director, Impact & Inclusion

Mary Steudle

Senior Vice President, Strategic Consulting

Q1 Roundtable – March 27th | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET

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AGENDA

Topic: Navigating Neurodiversity Regulations and Support Systems

11:00 AM – Industry Viewpoint (30 min). Facilitator: DEI Knowledge Center Co-Chair Leah Brome (Dir. Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity, Global Initiatives, Kyndryl).

Understanding and supporting neurodiverse employees is essential for building an inclusive workplace—but how do you navigate the complex and evolving regulations across different global regions? Join Leah Brome (Director, Inclusion, Diversity & Equity, Global Initiatives, Kyndryl) for an insightful discussion on supporting your neurodiverse employees and developing equity in your current support systems.

Key topics include:

  • Regional compliance considerations
  • Effective support systems for neurodiverse employees
  • Practical strategies for immediate implementation

11:30 AM – Member Collaboration (30 min). Association members, this is your opportunity to share one practical application or concept that has succeeded in supporting your DEI efforts, so that we may inspire each other walk away ready to implement new ideas and strategies in our workplaces.

Register

DEI Knowledge Center Member Roster

Allison Bogart, Director, People Communications & Engagement, N-able

Lateefah Butts, US Diversity Recruitment Manager, GSK

Mina Cipre, Senior Manager of People Technology, N-able

Jennifer Cornwell, Senior Vice President, Human Resources Director, Seacoast Bank

Tierra Gibson, Senior Diversity, Equality, Belonging and TA Programs Specialist, N-able

Beth Kremer, Global Manager of University Talent Acquisition, HPE

Susan Kwiatkowski, NA DEI & Recruitment Compliance Manager, GSK

Kathleen MacKenzie, Director, HR Business Partner, Marriott Vacations Worldwide

Pratima Prasad, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Hudson RPO

Cherice Schmidt, Executive Vice President, Client Services, Cielo

Erika Ueno Fuentes, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, N-able

Cristina Valentin, Senior Director of Human Resources, KenCrest

Vineet Wadhwa, Senior Director, Talent Acquisition, Reworld

Darnelle Webbe, Talent Acquisition Administrator, Sevita Health

Renee M Wooten, US Diversity Recruitment Manager, GSK

EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa)

2024 Co-Chairs

Richard Bradley

Global RPO Expert

Philip Clarke

Vice President, Group Talent Acquisition

Alina Savchenko

Director, Global Recruitment

Q4 Roundtable – Date/Time TBD

AGENDA

Member Viewpoint (15 min). Content discussion facilitated by EMEA leader/practitioner co-chair.

Topic/Presenter: TBD

Industry Viewpoint (15 min). Content discussion facilitated by EMEA leader/provider co-chair.

Topic/Presenter: TBD

11:30 AM – Collaboration (30 min)

EMEA Knowledge Center Member Roster

Interested in becoming the next member of HRO Today Association’s EMEA Knowledge Center? Contact Renee Preston (Renee.Preston@SharedXpertise.com) for more information.

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