The 2024 HRO Today Forum North America convened HR leaders from various industries at the Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine, TX from May 1-3, focusing on the theme of Leading Through Uncertainty. Despite the absence of SharedXpertise CEO Elliot Clark, his video opening remarks set the tone for the entire event and were frequently referenced by speakers and attendees throughout the three days. The forum featured Think Tank sessions that covered essential topics such as data management, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), and strategies for filling hard-to-fill jobs, providing a platform for leaders to exchange ideas and perspectives with their peers.
A significant announcement at the event was the release of the prestigious HRO Today Baker's Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings for Managed Service Program (MSP) for 2024, which can be found online at https://www.hrotoday.com. The highlight of the forum was the annual CHRO of the Year Awards Gala, held at the Glass Cactus Nightclub on Lake Grapevine, where top HR executives were recognized across multiple categories. Award winners included Margie Harris of Tellurian Inc. for Small Market, Melissa DiMuro of Limbach for Mid-Market, Maryjo Charbonnier of Kyndryl for Large Market, Nakesha Lopez of Advocate Health for Non-Profit, Gianna Driver of Exabeam for Sustainable Workforce, and Kathleen Weslock of Ansys, Inc. for Lifetime Achievement.
This gathering underscored the importance of collaboration and innovation in human resources, particularly during periods of economic and social uncertainty. The exchange of best practices and recognition of exemplary leadership serve to strengthen the HR community and enhance organizational resilience. For more details about the event and its outcomes, visit https://www.hrotoday.com/events/hro-today-forum-north-america/.
