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      This year’s theme, Power New Possibilities: Lead the Transformation of Work, explores how AI is reshaping work in real time. As organizations rethink growth, HR has a unique opportunity to drive change, resilience and technology adoption to prepare the workforce for what’s next.

      Track A: CHRO Leadership, Strategy and the HR Function

      AI is reshaping the enterprise and HR, creating a pivotal moment to elevate HR’s strategic impact as CEOs drive growth. This track equips CHROs to balance growth and efficiency, transform skills with AI, deliver lasting value and strengthen HR’s enterprise influence.

      Track B: Organizational Transformation and Change

      Rapid transformation is redefining HR’s enterprise role, creating new risks and opportunities for CHROs. This track helps leaders guide change, redesign work for AI, boost workforce readiness and evolve operating models to integrate new technologies at scale.

      Track C: Talent Management, Skills and Performance

      As work is reimagined for the human–machine era, CHROs must partner with business leaders to deliver the skills and talent that fuel growth. This track helps evolve talent management with AI, build future‑ready leaders and drive a high‑performance culture.
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      Many conference sessions were presented each day at Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo™ 2025 conference. While we work to develop this year’s agenda, filter to see sessions that align with your role and interests.

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      Monday, October 27, 2025

      11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

      CHRO Circle Roundtable: Adapting Your Organization Design During M&A (Multi-group)
      Debbie Lynch, VP, Team Manager, Gartner
      Lynanne Kunkel, Chief Human Resources Officer & Chief Transformation Officer, Vail Resorts
      Martha Delehanty, Chief People Officer, Commvault
      Bala V Sathyanarayanan, CHAIRMAN, BOARD DIRECTOR, FORTUNE 500 CXO, Balmer Lawrie – Van Leer Limited
      Melissa McMahon, Executive Partner, Bus Services, Gartner
      CHROs play a pivotal role in navigating mergers and acquisitions to ensure effective organization redesign and alignment with business and talent objectives. Join members of the CHRO Global Leadership Board and your peers to delve into how leading CHROs effectively adapt organizational structures during M&A. Discover strategies and best practices to leverage talent, build culture, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive success amid transformative change. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

      CHRO Circle Roundtable: Driving Growth Through Strategic Talent Planning in a Changing Landscape (Multi-group)
      Fernando Casadevall, Chief Human Resources Officer, World Kinect
      Eric Humphrey, Executive Partner, Bus Services, Gartner
      Matt Walter, SVP, Human Resources and Global Communications & Corp Marketing, Medtronic, Inc.
      Growth is a top priority for CEOs, and CHROs play a critical role of delivering the talent to fuel it. Yet, shifting demographics, political changes and technological advancements present challenges that are redefining labor markets. Join members of the CHRO Global Leadership Board and your peers to explore how HR leaders can spearhead organizational growth by strategically utilizing the talent necessary to thrive in this complex landscape. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

      CHRO Circle Roundtable: How to Prepare for Your HR Transformation (Multi-group)
      Christopher Long, VP Analyst, Gartner
      Marie Mann, Executive Partner, Bus Services, Gartner
      As CEOs prioritize new growth strategies, 88% of CHROs agree that shifting business needs require continuous HR transformation. However, many of these transformations fail due to a lack of readiness – either within the HR leadership team, the HR function or across the organization. Join this roundtable to learn your peers are preparing for – and driving – successful transformation. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

      Roundtable: Mastering ERG Leadership - Key Activities for Success
      Sampurna Maitra, Director Analyst, Gartner
      Join this roundtable discussion to explore the key activities that set great ERG leaders apart. Facilitated by a Gartner expert, this peer-driven session offers valuable insights into the key drivers of ERG success that prepare ERG leaders for future roles. Hear directly from your peers about strategic planning, collaborative initiatives, and effective advocacy. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

      Roundtable: The Future of HR Generalists
      Ingrid Laman, VP Analyst, Gartner
      Much of the focus of HR operational model and HR talent conversations centers on the HR Business Partner, with little to no attention on HR Generalists. However, for many organizations, almost 1 out of every 5 HR team members is an HR Generalist. Join this Roundtable session to discuss the following questions:
      1) Should we continue to recruit and upskill HR Generalists given the emphasis on strategic HR activities?
      2) How can we rethink the HR Generalist role to prepare them for a future in HR business partnering or HR service delivery?
      3) How do we attract, engage, and develop HR Generalists for different career paths?       ... Show More Show Less

      12:00 PM - 12:45 PM EDT

      CHRO Circle Roundtable: Developing High-Impact Leaders and Managers for a Dynamic Business Landscape (Multi-group)
      Jill Smart, President Emeritus, NAHR
      Lynanne Kunkel, Chief Human Resources Officer & Chief Transformation Officer, Vail Resorts
      Leader and manager development has consistently been a top priority for HR leaders. In a volatile business landscape where managers act as stewards of change for their employees, it is important to have leaders and managers who are fit for the task. However, many organizations feel that their leaders and managers are inadequately prepared to do so, leaving critical business value on the table. Join members of the CHRO Global Leadership Board and your peers for a discussion on best practices for leader and manager development in an uncertain and demanding world. ... Show More Show Less

      02:30 PM - 03:15 PM EDT

      CHRO Circle Roundtable: How Can CHROs Cultivate Culture in an Efficiency and Tech-Driven World? (Multi-group)
      Shawn Campbell, Executive Partner, Bus Services, Gartner
      Martha Delehanty, Chief People Officer, Commvault
      Fernando Casadevall, Chief Human Resources Officer, World Kinect
      Jen Fullerton, Executive Partner, Bus Services, Gartner
      Culture remains the cornerstone of organizational success, particularly in today's fast-evolving workplace, where technology and humanity intersect, and efficiency is at a premium. CHROs must navigate the delicate balance of fostering human connection while integrating technologies that are redefining the future of work. Join members of the CHRO Global Leadership Board and your peers to discuss strategies for building cultures of trust, transparency, and belonging, energizing employees to thrive in a world where human potential and technological innovation must go hand in hand. ... Show More Show Less

      02:30 PM - 03:15 PM EDT

      CHRO Circle Roundtable: Strengthening C-Suite and Board Bonds to Better Navigate Workforce Challenges (Multi-group)
      Jill Smart, President Emeritus, NAHR
      Johnna Torsone, Executive Partner, Bus Services, Gartner
      Bala V Sathyanarayanan, CHAIRMAN, BOARD DIRECTOR, FORTUNE 500 CXO, Balmer Lawrie – Van Leer Limited
      Kevin Barr, Executive Partner, Bus Services, Gartner
      The ability to cultivate and leverage strong, trusting relationships with the C-suite and Board is a critical asset for top CHROs. In times of rapid change that impacts the workforce, these connections enable and empower CHROs to drive the necessary transformations to support their teams effectively and fuel success across the organization. Join members of the CHRO Global Leadership Board and your peers to discover how leading CHROs build, maintain and strategically leverage these vital relationships to navigate uncertainty, foster collaboration and ensure organizational success. ... Show More Show Less

      02:30 PM - 03:15 PM EDT

      Roundtable: How Is Your Organization Validating Skills?
      Tony Guadagni, Director Analyst, Gartner
      Skills-based talent management is evolving and skill validation remains a contentious topic. Successful skill validation requires a blend of technology and methodical framework. Join this session to discuss with your peers how you are thinking of/validating skills within your organization. ... Show More Show Less

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