HR Research Institute Forms Advisory Board to Guide People Analytics Research and Virtual Event

The HR Research Institute has announced the formation of a new Advisory Board of industry experts to guide a major upcoming research initiative and virtual event focused on HR analytics. As HR leaders face mounting pressure to connect business impact with workforce strategy, the newly formed State of People Analytics Advisory Board is stepping in to help. Comprising industry veterans, data experts, and forward-thinking practitioners, the board will guide HR professionals on one of their most complex challenges: leveraging people-focused metrics and analytics to drive smarter, fairer, and more effective workplace decisions.

The State of People Analytics Advisory Board was created to provide input and expertise in the design of an upcoming research study and insightful virtual event on these topics. Their insights will support HR leaders as they navigate skills gaps, shifting business demands, and accelerating technology—especially AI. The panel will play a critical role in providing practical frameworks and thought leadership on how to embed data and analytics into HR strategy, culture, and day-to-day operations. The newly appointed State of People Analytics 2025 Advisory Board includes industry thought leaders from major organizations including Verizon, Apple, Wells Fargo, and several analytics consulting firms.

Analytics is a necessity in business today, but many HR professionals still struggle with where to start, what to measure, and how to scale. This board brings together the minds who've been in the trenches and can help others use data not just to report—but to lead. The HR Research Institute releases annual State of the Industry reports in a variety of HR topic areas, including HR.com's State of People Analytics 2024-25 on the same topic. This and other free research reports and infographics can be downloaded through the institute's research portal.

The formation of this advisory board is particularly significant given the increasing importance of data-driven decision making in human resources. With organizations facing unprecedented challenges in talent management, workforce optimization, and adapting to technological changes, the expertise provided by this diverse group of analytics professionals will help shape the future of HR practices. The virtual event scheduled for November 12, 2025, will serve as a platform for sharing these insights and best practices with the broader HR community, enabling organizations to make more informed strategic decisions about their workforce investments and management approaches.