The HRO Today Association supports the learning and development of HR professionals around the globe. Our members learn together, strengthen their networks, and share best and next practices. We are committed to providing our members the opportunity to collaborate with a cross-functional team of HR practitioners and service providers to build relationships, share best practices, and advance the practice of HR.
We have a lot to celebrate this month! First, I am pleased to welcome our newest members: Banc of Canada, Bridgewater, and SeacoastBank. Next, I would like to thank the co-chairs of our Knowledge Centers for their efforts in the successful launch of our first virtual roundtables.
Talent Acquisition/Management Knowledge Center co-chairs include:
- Ciara Boeltz, program manager, talent acquisition, GNC
- Mandy Day, head of global talent acquisition, Cigna
- Cristine Kane, VP, solution design and tech, innovation; Hudson RPO
- Cherice Schmidt, vice president, global RPO, KellyOCG
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Knowledge Center co-chairs include:
- Jo Anne Hill, executive director, Piedmont Healthcare
- Mary Steudle, senior vice president, strategic consulting, Cielo
- Rachel Ward, vice president, talent acquisition, Orion Talent
Combining content, connections, and collaboration, Knowledge Centers are the Association’s newest member program that bring together liked-minded members 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. Each Knowledge Center will feature quarterly one-hour virtual meetings that combine expert-led content with shared problem-solving discussions, resulting in new ideas, improved processes, and ultimately, a competitive edge in today’s landscape.
Registration is now open for The 2023 HRO Today Association Conference and Awards Program, taking place December 1st from 11 AM to 1:30 PM ET via Zoom. This year’s theme is Planning for Tomorrow: The Future of Work and will delve into the ever-shifting work landscape by providing real-world insights into the disrupters that organizations have to overcome as well as the opportunities they face and how to solve them. We will touch on the transformative potential of technology and skill advancement, while also addressing the imperative yet sometimes daunting task of anticipating and readying for upcoming disruptions in the labor market and the way people work and live. By attending the 2023 Conference, you will gain insight on how you can plan for tomorrow and the future of work. In between sessions, the Association will announce the winning companies/teams and individuals in the North America and EMEA regions for The 2023 Association Awards. Click here to learn more about the event and to register. Association members receive two complimentary passes to attend.
Our annual recognition program exemplifies the essential work that HR professionals do every day and provides people, teams, partners, and companies an opportunity to share best practices and successes so colleagues and the industry can benefit from their experience. The awards recognize leadership, collaboration, innovation, and hard work, as well as a commitment to people and process improvement. Please click here to submit a nomination by October 2nd. You do not need to be an Association member to submit a nomination.
Thank you to our members, whose contributions support our mission of advancing the practice of human resources. If you are not yet a member, I encourage you to join us to support your continuous learning and development. Association membership ensures your team is consistently honing the skills needed to improve the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of their operations.
Please contact me at Renee.Preston@SharedXpertise.com for more information.
