I am pleased to share some noteworthy updates and opportunities from the HRO Today Association.
New Members and Appointments
- Corporate member: Piedmont Airlines
- Individual member: Breda Donlon, Head of Organisational Learning and Development, FINEOS Corporation
- C-TEN member: Valerie Smoots, Senior Director, HR and Head of Human Resources, Ecentria
- EMEA Board of Advisors: David Whittingham-Jones, VP EMEA Head of Sales,
Hudson RPO
HRO Today Forum EMEA Highlights
In early November, HR leaders (and many Association members!) journeyed to Dublin, Ireland for the HRO Today Forum EMEA. In addition to thought-provoking sessions on leadership, tech, and skills development, the HRO Today team also honored numerous stellar HR professionals at the CHRO of the Year and TA Leaders of the Year Awards. I am pleased to share that the following Association members were recognised at the TA Awards:
- 2024 Leader of Distinction, TA Team: ADNOC
- 2024 TA Team of the Year – Provider Group: Miratech
- 2024 TA Team of the Year – Mid-Market: Pimco
Additionally, our EMEA Board of Advisors met over lunch, featuring two illuminating group discussions facilitated by Predrag Pivarski (Head of Talent Acquisition, HTEC Group) and Sally Hunter (Managing Director EMEA and Global Accounts, Cielo).
Next year, the HRO Today Forum EMEA will be held in Lisbon, Portugal – I hope to see you there!
Exciting News for EMEA CHROs
Speaking of exciting EMEA news! We’re thrilled to announce the expansion of C-TEN (CHRO – Today Executive Network) to the EMEA region launching in January 2025. Every other month, C-TEN EMEA members will gather for an hour to discuss key issues, share successes, and dive into the future trends shaping HR. It’s a space to exchange insights, get inspired, and work through challenges together. More details coming soon!
Recent and Upcoming Member Events
- “Co-Creating” Client Solutions with Clear Communication and Teamwork
Thursday, November 21st | 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
Presented by: Marcello Cuellar, Vice President, RPO Client Services, Korn Ferry - [Knowledge Center] Talent Acquisition/Talent Management Q4 Roundtable
Thursday, December 10th | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM ET
Topic: Developing Innovative Internal Mobility Strategies - [Knowledge Center] Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Q4 Roundtable
Friday, December 13th | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM ET
Topic: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Post-U.S. Presidential Election and Planning for 2025
Join Us
If you’re not yet a member, consider becoming one to support your ongoing learning and development. 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. For more details or to join, please feel free to reach out to me at Renee.Preston@SharedXpertise.com.
Renée Preston
Senior Vice President of Membership Services
Global Executive Director of the HRO Today Association
