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From workforce expectations to individual workflows, AI adoption is promising to touch every corner of work. The question is no longer about if leaders should act, but who should own the responsibility. Is AI strategy the domain of the CTO, the CHRO, the COO, or does it call for a brand new seat at the table entirely? This opening session unpacks the tug-of-war over accountability, exploring what’s at stake for business outcomes, employee trust and organizational resilience when the lines of ownership aren’t clear.

Your employees aren’t just watching the future of work unfold – they’re shaping it. During this presentation, Per My Last Email host, Kyle Hagge, joins HR Brew for what could just as easily be called “per my last report.” Drawing on their latest workplace trends report, this session unpacks what today’s workforce truly values, fears, and expects in 2025 and beyond so you can future-proof your people strategy with insights that matter now.

As AI becomes a core part of how organizations operate, the real differentiator lies not in how teams are adopting new technologies but how they are managing their workforce to use them effectively. In this session, HR leaders and workforce strategists share case studies on how organizations are tackling AI literacy, reskilling, and upskilling at scale. Hear tangible takeaways about both the quick wins and long term solutions powered by AI and the advice experts have for the steps you should be taking before onboarding a new AI tool or platform.

In this 3-part series of panels HR leaders and practitioners share real case studies of how they’re using AI tools across talent management, learning, and employee experience. From streamlining processes to reimagining job design, you’ll hear tangible examples of what’s working, what’s not, and how to avoid common pitfalls. You’ll leave with practical solutions and fresh ideas you can bring back to your own team.

As organizations rethink how they attract, engage, and retain top talent, total rewards are moving into the spotlight – and AI is changing the playbook. From personalizing benefits packages to modeling compensation scenarios and predicting employee needs before they arise, HR teams are finding new ways to make rewards strategies smarter, fairer, and more impactful. In this panel, you’ll hear from leaders putting AI to work across compensation and benefits, and get a candid look at both the wins and watch-outs. Walk away with fresh ideas for balancing cost efficiency, equity, and employee satisfaction in the age of AI.

AI-powered tools promise to streamline hiring, but they’ve also sparked skepticism — from Gen Z candidates questioning fairness to HR leaders questioning ROI. So, are we really approaching the end of traditional resumes, cover letters, and interviews, or is the truth more nuanced? In this conversation, you’ll hear from both practitioners and innovators who are reshaping talent acquisition. Together we’ll discuss how forward thinking organizations are deciding what should stay human in hiring and what AI can truly enhance.

As AI accelerates change across every industry, one truth has become clear: technology alone won’t determine success — leadership will. Employees are looking to their leaders not just for direction, but for honesty, transparency, and reassurance in the face of uncertainty. This closing session offers a candid conversation about what it really takes to lead through transformation. We’ll explore practical strategies for addressing fears head-on, fostering trust through clear communication, and guiding teams with confidence as work continues to evolve. Walk away with a playbook for leading with clarity tomorrow — and building the kind of resilient culture that can adapt to whatever comes next.