In times of uncertainty, one thing remains clear: Investing in your team’s development is essential. In today’s fast-moving HR landscape, those who aren’t staying ahead risk falling behind. Yet with packed schedules, many HR professionals miss out on the insights and connections that can help future-proof their careers.
That’s where the HRO Today Association comes in. Our mission is to equip HR and talent leaders with the knowledge, network, and tools they need to lead with confidence and impact.
We’re proud to share the latest opportunities and updates from the HRO Today Association with readers of HRO Today Magazine.
New Member Appointments
I am pleased to share that we are expanding our focus and APAC Board of Advisors to become an with the addition of three new corporate member representatives: Tommy Jenkins, executive lead, global client services for KellyOCG + Sevenstep; Trent Short, senior executive, operations and delivery director for Page Outsourcing; and Kristian Warner, head of recruitment, Asia-Pacific and head of global recruitment operations for GSK. We look forward to sharing the insights and lessons learned through their work in the APAC region.
HRO Today Association Conference
You are invited to attend the 2025 HRO Today Association Conference and Awards Program, taking place virtually on December 4, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM ET. This year’s theme is “HR at the Helm: Charting a Course Toward the Future of Work,” a celebration of bold leadership, innovation, and vision shaping the next era of HR. This dynamic event will spotlight award-winning HR leaders, share practical strategies, and provide future-focused insights you can put to work right away. Here is a sneak peek of the content you can expect.
- Future Ready HR: The New Imperatives for 2025 and Beyond
Hear from top CHROs, including Alex Kweskin of Banc of California and Cecilia McKenney of Quest Diagnostics, on how to lead through complexity and shape the HR function of the future.
HRO Today Association Awards
The HRO Today Association Awards are back—celebrating the exceptional people, teams, and partners who are driving HR forward. This annual recognition program shines a light on the critical work HR professionals do every day and provides a platform to share best practices that can inspire the entire industry.
We’re excited to introduce four new award categories that recognize leadership, innovation, and rising talent:
- Excellence in HR Achievement
- Mentor & Coach of the Year
- NextGen Talent Leader of the Year
- NextGen Talent Team of the Year
Do you know an HR leader, colleague, or team making a difference? Nominate them today and help us celebrate their impact! The winners will be announced at the 2025 HRO Today Association Conference.
C-TEN for CHROs – Free Summer Membership
C-TEN—the CHRO Today Executive Network—is an exclusive, invitation-only community for senior HR leaders who are shaping the future of work. If you’re a CHRO or top HR executive, I personally invite you to be part of this dynamic network.
As a C-TEN member, you’ll gain access to a powerful peer community, executive-level development opportunities, and actionable insights—all designed to help you lead with greater impact, agility, and confidence, while respecting the demands of your schedule.
Join now and participate all summer at no cost—your membership won’t be billed until September 1. With this complimentary summer membership, you’ll have full access to our meetings in July and August, giving you the chance to experience the full value of C-TEN firsthand.
Upcoming sessions feature insights from renowned voices such as Dr. Peter Cappelli, Director of the Wharton Center for Human Resources.
For a glimpse into the experience, take a look at this brief video from Carl Peers, a current C-TEN member, and footage from our recent in-person meeting.
Join Us
If you’re not yet a member, now is a great time to get involved. The HRO Today Association offers a dynamic platform to elevate your professional profile, exchange ideas with industry leaders, and engage with peers on the pressing HR issues of today and tomorrow.
To learn more or start your membership, feel free to reach out to me directly at Renee.Preston@SharedXpertise.com—I’d be happy to help you and your team get started.
Renée Preston
Senior Vice President of Membership Services
Global Executive Director of the HRO Today Association
