Our Advisory Board consists of industry executives, thought leaders, and experts. The board holds a vision to shape the future of the industry by ensuring our program is highly relevant, forward-thinking, and aligned with market needs.

Aleksandra Szymanowics-Siwiec

VP, People & Culture

Thomas Moller Lybaek

Talent Product Director

Naleena Gururani

Chief People Officer

Stephanie Garforth

Head of Culture Change

Jenny Cunningham

Vice President, Global Talent Acquisition

Aslihan Kurt

VP, Global HRBP

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Comprised of executive leaders and experts, the CONNECT HR Leadership Advisory Board provides strategic program guidance to build our event agendas. All programming and topics are designed to enlighten, support and initiate conversations that are current, ultra-relevant, and provide genuine value to your strategic vision.

A Strategic Agenda Crafted By Senior Human Resource Executives

Event Schedule

Choose from over 8 sessions, 15 presentations and 30 speakers

Past Agenda

Watch 35+ presentations on demand and with lifetime access.

On-Demand Content

Thousands of HR leaders have discovered cutting-edge solutions through CONNECT HR Online. Now, you can access exclusive one-to-one meetings and on-demand insights, all on your schedule.

Insights, Solutions, and On-Demand Expertise

Networking Welcome Reception

Networking Breakfast

Keynote Address: Reimagining inclusion: An experiment-driven approach to D&I

Keynote Address: Hope is not a strategy: The pressure to level up your benefits strategies

Session One: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Morning Networking Refreshments

Session Two: HR Technologies & People Analytics

Lunch

Session Three: Engagement, Wellbeing & Employee Experience

Afternoon Networking Refreshments

Session Four: Talent Acquisition & Management

Dinner & Drinks Reception - The East Wing

Keynote Address: Elevating EX: A guide to next-level engagement, wellbeing and culture

Session Five: Leadership & Strategy

Session Six: Change Management & Transformation

End of Conference - Thank you for joining us!

Where senior HR leaders gather to connect through curated 1-to-1 meetings, explore innovative solutions, and share proven strategies with peers. Whether navigating workforce change, embedding culture, or accelerating talent and skills strategies, this summit is designed to provide clarity, practical direction, and meaningful connections — supported by on-demand content to deepen learning beyond the meetings. Receive £300 reward vouchers if you register now (deadline: Friday 20th March)

HR Leadership Summit | Spring

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Whether you’re leveraging AI for workforce planning, transforming employee experience, or enhancing wellbeing and benefits strategies; CONNECT HR Online connects leaders with the right solutions.

Exclusive Access. Personalised Meetings. Maximum Impact.

Reserved for executives and tailored to support your professional and departmental goals. 

As an in-person attendee, you’ll receive the following at no cost:
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<li>One-night complimentary accommodation</li>
<li>All on-site catering provided</li>
<li>Multiple Networking Receptions with your senior-level peers (with open bar included)</li>
<li>Generous travel reimbursement</li>
<li>Dedicated team to tailor your experience</li>
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A Full Suite of VIP Benefits

Your time is valuable, which is why we skip the usual “wandering the exhibition hall” and connect you directly to relevant solution providers.
Tell us about your current challenges during registration, and we’ll arrange meetings with a tailored set of solution providers who can help. It’s a simple, highly effective way to conduct solutions research relaxed, no-pressure environment.

Curated Research Meetings

Key connections. Elevated ambience.

Customise the ideal experience to fit your busy schedule and connect from the comfort of your own home or office.
All presentations are available to watch on-demand., and our dedicated Attendee Relations team will work around your agenda to schedule all meetings.

Inspiration at a time that suits you

Since we can’t treat you to an incredible venue, luxury hotel or any of our fantastic Networking Events with our Online event, we’ve designed a reward system worthy of your time.
All attendees who complete their meetings schedule will earn their choice of amazing rewards, including gift cards, Apple products, charitable donations and much more. Speak to the team to learn more.

Earn Rewards

Meaningful connections with relevant providers, fitted around your working week.

Online

Join senior HR leaders this spring and move your priorities forward.

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Meet CHROs and senior HR leaders with active budgets, challenges, and project timelines. CONNECT, connects you directly with decision-makers through guaranteed 1:1 meetings, thought leadership and hosting experiences that drive pipeline momentum.

FOR SOLUTION PROVIDERS

Connect with Senior HR Leaders at CONNECT

We‘re proud to work with the best in the business. By learning about your projects up front, we match you for One-to-One meetings with those best-suited to tackle the challenge.

Strategic Solutions by Category:

Meet our Solution Providers

Emma Birchall

Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion

Antoine Brossard

Global Director - Talent Development

Ed Evans

Inês Reis

Head of DEI, Wellbeing & Employee Engagement

Mark Edwards

Director 

Bernie Knobbe

SVP, Head of Global Benefits & Wellbeing

Daria Johnson

Head of Early Careers Europe & LATAM

Anna Gugala

Head of HR Service Delivery

Malcolm Taylor

Head of Capability

Abbie Pound

Culture & Engagement Director

Aleksandra Szymanowicz-Siwiec

VP People & Culture Digital Enterprise

Maurizio Cannavacciuolo

VP - Total Rewards & Organisation

Past Speakers

Learn from the Experts Driving Innovation in HR.

On-Demond Content From:

Aleksandra Syzmanowics-siwiec

Former Vice President - People & Culture

Tomas Moeller Lybaek

Talent Product Director 

Head of Culture Change 

Chief People Officer 

VP, Global HR BP Radiology 

Become a Solution Provider

ADP UK is a leading provider of cloud-based human capital management, payroll, HR and workforce solutions for businesses of all sizes. It simplifies payroll processing, compliance, talent management, time tracking and benefits administration with scalable technology and expert support, helping organisations automate complex HR tasks and focus on growth. Backed by global experience and local expertise, ADP UK drives efficiency, accuracy and strategic people management. 

Braver Leaders is a coaching and leadership development organisation that helps individuals and teams build courageous, resilient and purpose-driven leadership. Through personalised executive coaching, immersive workshops and strategic programmes, it equips leaders to navigate complexity, unlock potential and drive high-impact performance. Rooted in evidence-based practice and human-centred insight, Braver Leaders empowers professionals to lead with confidence, clarity, authenticity and lasting organisational influence.

Zincwork is a London-based company builder that partners with founders and corporates to launch and scale ambitious B2B software ventures. Combining strategic investment, operational expertise and deep industry networks, Zincwork helps teams validate ideas, build product-market fit and accelerate growth. With a focus on mission-driven technology and sustainable business models, Zincwork supports founders from concept through scaling to create lasting impact in their markets.

TELUS Health is a leading digital health provider delivering connected healthcare solutions that improve access, outcomes and patient experience across medical, pharmacy, virtual care and employer health services. Its secure technology empowers clinicians, employers and individuals with tools for telemedicine, electronic medical records, health analytics and wellness programs. TELUS Health supports healthier communities by making integrated, accessible healthcare simpler and more effective.

HowNow is an intelligent learning and enablement platform that helps organisations upskill teams, centralise knowledge and boost performance through personalised learning journeys, real-time insights and seamless content curation. It integrates with everyday tools to deliver training, mentoring and development where employees already work. By turning learning into a strategic advantage, HowNow empowers organisations to close skills gaps, increase engagement and drive measurable business outcomes.

Paradigm helps organisations automate financial planning, reporting and analytics with AI-driven solutions. Its cloud-native platform transforms fragmented data into real-time insights, enabling finance teams to plan smarter, forecast accurately and make faster, more informed decisions. Designed for modern enterprises, Paradigmiq combines powerful automation, intuitive workflows and advanced modelling to streamline complex financial processes and elevate strategic performance across the organisation.

Pebl is an engagement platform that helps organisations build supportive, inclusive and high-performing cultures through personalised mental health content, expert coaching, wellbeing tools and community experiences. Designed for today’s distributed workforce, Pebl empowers teams with accessible resources that boost resilience, reduce stress and improve connection. By combining digital support with human interaction, Pebl enables employers to prioritise wellbeing, foster belonging and drive sustainable performance at scale.

Remote is a global HR and employment platform that helps companies hire, manage and pay employees and contractors anywhere in the world with built-in payroll, tax, compliance and benefits support. Trusted by organisations of all sizes, its all-in-one solution simplifies international workforce operations, removes legal barriers and accelerates global expansion without requiring local entities, making cross-border hiring seamless, compliant and scalable. 

Rise Up is an AI-powered learning and enablement platform that helps organisations personalise, deliver and measure training at scale. Its all-in-one solution unifies LMS, LXP, authoring and adaptive learning to close skills gaps, accelerate time-to-skill and embed learning into the flow of work with real-time insights and smart automation. Trusted by global teams, Rise Up boosts engagement, performance and development outcomes.

Delaware is a global technology and consulting company helping organisations accelerate digital transformation and drive business value through innovative solutions. Through its expertise in ERP, cloud, data & analytics, digital experience and business process optimisation, it enables enterprises to modernise operations, enhance agility and unlock actionable insights. Trusted by customers across industries worldwide, Delaware empowers organisations with tailored strategies and technology implementations that fuel sustainable growth and competitive advantage.

Multiplier is a global human-resources platform that makes it easy for companies to hire, onboard, manage and pay employees and contractors in more than 150 countries—without needing to set up local legal entities. Its suite includes Employer of Record (EOR), global payroll, contractor management, HRIS and compliance tools, all delivered through a unified dashboard that handles local labor laws, taxes, benefits and multi-currency payroll. Designed for businesses of all sizes, Multiplier combines cutting-edge technology with 24/7 human-first support to simplify international workforce operations, accelerate global expansion, and ensure compliant, efficient people-management worldwide.

Employment Hero is a people-management platform that helps companies streamline HR, payroll, employee benefits and performance management through an all-in-one digital solution. Its suite of tools enables businesses to automate onboarding, time tracking, compliance, payroll processing and workforce analytics while providing employees access to benefits, learning resources and self-service features. Designed for organisations of all sizes, Employment Hero blends cutting-edge technology with expert support to simplify everyday HR tasks, improve people experiences and drive productivity across the employee lifecycle.

Rippling is a cloud-based workforce management platform that helps companies run HR, IT, and finance operations from a single unified system. Founded in San Francisco, the company provides enterprise-ready SaaS tools for managing employee data, payroll, benefits, devices, applications, and expenses across global teams. Its modular platform connects workforce information with automation and compliance features, enabling organizations to onboard employees, manage access, control spending, and streamline internal workflows at scale. By unifying business systems around employee data, Rippling replaces fragmented tools, improves operational visibility, and helps companies automate administrative processes, support growth, and operate more efficiently.

Join HR's most esteemed Summit

Whether you&#8217;re at home, in the office, or on the move, our online summit ensures that your time is used efficiently and effectively, providing you with valuable insights and actionable outcomes that align with your current priorities.
Join from anywhere, at times that work best for your schedule. With just 3–5 hours spread across the week, you can participate from anywhere and without disrupting your daily responsibilities.
Engage in meaningful, high-impact conversations that are thoughtfully tailored to your specific needs, interests, and active projects.

On Your Schedule

Watch expert-led educational sessions whenever it suits your schedule—morning, evening, or even during a quick break in your day. Our flexible, on-demand sessions allow you to access valuable insights without the need to rearrange your calendar.
Covering a wide range of timely topics—from artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to cloud infrastructure and emerging technologies—our carefully curated content is designed to help you stay ahead of industry trends.
Learn at your own pace, gain practical takeaways, and stay informed—without disrupting your workflow or daily responsibilities.

Insights, On Your Time

Get intelligently matched with solution providers who align with your real-world needs, current challenges, and active areas of research or exploration. Through a thoughtful and personalised approach, you&#8217;ll be connected with experts who truly understand your goals.
Participate in pre-scheduled, one-on-one online meetings that are mutually agreed upon—ensuring your time is spent productively and with purpose. These focused conversations are designed to help you explore potential solutions, uncover new opportunities, and move your projects forward efficiently, with clear next steps and real value for your organisation.

The Right Partners

Since we can’t treat you to a renowned venue, luxurious setting, or exquisite in-person dining experience, our online event is designed to make your participation just as rewarding in other meaningful ways.
To show our appreciation for your time and engagement, we’re offering exclusive rewards that bring real value to you.
You can earn up to £300 in high street rewards of your choice through our virtual marketplace. Popular options include versatile Visa gift cards, the latest Apple products, charitable donations to causes you care about, and many more appealing selections.

Incredible Rewards

Attendees explore the big ideas and trends shaping the future of HR — with insight from experts and peers.

HR Leadership Summit | Spring

OnlineW/C 18 May, 2026

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