HRO Today EMEA Forum

For HR, keeping up with the rapidly changing business landscape can be equal parts exciting and exhausting. From the rise of AI tools to the shifting needs of the talent market, organizations must evolve to meet the demands of the workforce. The HRO Today Forum EMEA brings together the highest-level HR decision-makers and thought leaders for a dynamic exploration of the evolution of HR, where it has been and where it needs to go.

Whether you’re seeking fresh insights, innovative tools, or a community of peers who share your passion for progress, the HRO Today Forum EMEA offers the inspiration and connection needed to navigate what’s next. Join us as we explore how HR can lead the business revolution through championing innovation, shaping strategy, and creating workplaces ready for the future.

Join us in Barcelona, Spain, 4 – 5 November, as we take the next steps toward the next evolution of HR. Through engaging interviews, collaborative discussions, and our renowned HRO Today Think Tanks, attendees will come together to find new ways to modernize their practices, anticipate emerging challenges, and drive meaningful change within their organizations.

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Welcome to the HR Revolution!

The HRO Today Forum EMEA is the only global event for a community of senior Human Resources executives from across the EMEA region to network with leaders in different industries and share their challenges and solutions as HR continues to evolve. Join us to collaborate and celebrate with other HR leaders from all corners of the professional world.

Connect Across Industries and Borders:

If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together! Meet and connect with your senior-level HR peers from a variety of fields. Discover the common challenges and opportunities facing leaders from the tech sector, healthcare, public works, entertainment, and more as we open the floor to vibrant and engaging discussions.

2026 AGENDA

This year’s theme, “H(R)evolution,” put a spotlight on the changing nature of the business landscape. We have a full agenda of networking events, engaging panels, and thoughtful conversations designed to help attendees elevate their work to the next level. 

HR Think Tanks return! Join us for our renowned open table Think Tanks sessions, where HR leaders get the chance to speak openly with their peers about the hottest topics of the day. See what insight you can gain from colleagues, new and old, across industries.

Check back as we continue to add speakers and sessions, and join us in Barcelona, Spain, for the 2026 HRO Today Forum EMEA!

The HRO Today Awards Gala is the industry’s best-known and most prestigious event that brings together inspirational innovators and thought leaders.

Nominations are now open for the 2026 HRO Today EMEA CHRO of the Year and TA Leader of the Year Awards! 

Submit your colleagues and peers to be recognized as a top HR and TA leader in EMEA!

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Discount Ends: 17 July 2026
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  • Standard Price: €995

OUR FORUM LOCATION

NH Collection
Barcelona Gran Hotel Calderón

Rambla de Catalunya,
26 Barcelona 08007 ES

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Contact Berthony Poux, VP, Events, HRO Today, to learn more:
Berthony.Poux@SharedXpertise.com

In case you missed it:
See some shots from the 2025 Forum!

2025 SPEAKERS

Ahmed ElAttar
Director, Talent Acquisition EMEA
Alorica

Omowunmi Adewusi
Human Resource Director
AXA Mansard

Mohammed Alwaibari
CHRO
Al Othaim Life

Larry Basinait
EVP of Marketing and Research
HRO Today

Debbie Bolla
SVP, Editorial Director
HRO Today

Luca Brogin
Learning & Development Lead Europe
Allianz Technology

Elliot Clark
CEO
HRO Today

Gina Cruceru
Managing Partner
Leaderar Development & Consulting

Johana TM Hatutale
CHRO
Namibian Ports Authority

Sally Hunter
EVP, Revenue Strategy
Cielo

Mounir Ichoudane
Corporate Director of HR
Aldau Development

Grant Jessup
Global Head of Sales and Solutions
LevelUp

Tobias Julen
Chief People Officer
Tanium

Kutay Kavukcu
CHRO
Asos Process AS

Simon Kent
Editor-at-Large
HRO Today EMEA

Sarath Koppolu
Global Director Talent Acquisition
Cargill

Ainura Koshoeva
Vice President of OD and HR
Aquarius

Conni Kunz
HRO, Managing Director
Fusion GBS

Andreas Mayer
Director of Employee Experience and Operational Intelligence
ING

Felix Mitchell
Founder and co-CEO
Instant Impact

Lauriane Mounard
Regional HRD, Europe
Nord Anglia Education

Evelyne Munyoki
Director, Human Resources
Britam Holdings PLC

Katie Obi
Chief People Officer
OneAdvanced

Gokhan Ata Okutan
HR Director
Akkim Kimya Sanayi A.Ş.

Predrag Pivarski
Director of Talent Acquisition
HTEC

Renée Preston
Senior Vice President of Membership Services, Global Executive Director
HRO Today Association

Tahmina Qodiri
Chief People and Business Support Officer
Beeline Kazakhstan

George Sedky
Group CHRO
GBCorp

Andrew Stephenson
Chief People Officer
Equiniti

Clotilde Tesón Ruiz
Europe & Asia Director HR & Culture, Global Director Sustainability
Draxton