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      Conference Topics at a Glance

      Explore the key topics shaping this year’s program. Each has been thoughtfully curated to highlight emerging trends, industry insights and practical guidance. Dive into what’s guiding this year’s agenda and shaping the sessions you’ll experience.

      CHRO Effectiveness in the AI Era

      CHROs face unprecedented pressure in 2026 as AI becomes the top HR priority. Learn how to elevate your strategic influence by shaping an AI-enabled HR operating model, strengthening C‑suite alignment and guiding the enterprise through rapid AI‑driven transformation.

      Inclusion in a Transformed Workforce

      As organizations redesign work for a blended human–machine environment, inclusion strategies must evolve. Explore how to embed equitable practices into redefined roles, ensure algorithmic fairness and maintain accountability as work, skills and talent models shift.

      Employee Experience and Well-Being

      2026 research identifies systemic burnout as a critical threat to performance. Learn how to design employee experiences that reduce workload friction, support mental well-being, and sustain high performance amid continuous transformation and rising expectations.
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      Hundreds of 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, 17 November, 2025

      10:30 AM - 11:15 AM AEDT

      CHRO Circle Roundtable: Build (or Rebuild) Employee Trust in Times of Constant Change (Multi-group)
      Shannon Wiest, Sr Principal, Advisory, Gartner
      Fewer than half of employees trust their leaders, which negatively impacts workplace outcomes, particularly trust and employee engagement. HR leaders typically focus on helping leaders operate with transparency, accountability and consistency to regain employee confidence and commitment. However, these tried-and-tested tactics do not necessarily work in an environment where the employee experience is characterized by never-ending change. Join this Roundtable to share and learn how your peers both build and regain employee trust through effective change leadership. ... Show More Show Less

      10:30 AM - 11:15 AM AEDT

      Roundtable: Change Management Approaches in an Environment of Never-Ending Change
      Ingrid Laman, VP, Advisory, Gartner
      Over 80% of organizations have undergone at least one significant organizational restructuring, senior leader transition and/or organizational culture change in the past year. The amount and pace of disruptive change will only increase amid a renewed focus on growth coupled with disruptive technological advancements as well as political and economic uncertainty. Join this roundtable to discuss and debate with your peers’ different approaches to managing change in this time of never-ending change. ... Show More Show Less

      02:00 PM - 02:45 PM AEDT

      CHRO Circle Roundtable: How Can CHROs Embrace Digital Leadership in the Age of Emerging Technologies? (Multi-group)
      Arj Bagga, VP, Team Manager, Gartner
      In an era defined by rapid advancements in technology, particularly artificial intelligence, CHROs are uniquely positioned to drive digital transformation while maintaining a human-centric approach. As technology reshapes the workplace, CHROs must partner with their cross-functional colleagues to foster digital fluency and ensure ethical tech adoption. Join members of the CHRO Global Leadership Board and your peers to explore how CHROs can lead with vision and agility, leveraging technology to drive productivity, innovation, and engagement while ensuring inclusivity and trust. ... Show More Show Less

      02:00 PM - 02:45 PM AEDT

      Roundtable: How Are You Innovating L&D Design?
      Jerome Mackowiak, Director, Advisory, Gartner
      Businesses need to be more adaptable in the face of the changing economic and talent landscape. In response, HR leaders are identifying and implementing innovative practices to design learning solutions at speed. Join this peer-to-peer discussion to exchange your ideas and solutions to drive innovation in L&D design. ... Show More Show Less

      03:30 PM - 04:15 PM AEDT

      CHRO Circle Roundtable: Elevating the Strategic Impact of Your HR Talent (Multi-group)
      Katie Sutherland, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      While HR is being tasked with accelerating workforce performance, there is one thing clearly holding the HR Function back: HR talent capability. 61% of CHROs agree that HR staff lack the skills to support the business more strategically. Join this roundtable to connect with peers to discuss the skills HR staff need to lead in 2025, and how to best develop those skills to propel the HR function and the organization forward. ... Show More Show Less

      03:30 PM - 04:15 PM AEDT

      Roundtable: How to Accelerate HIPO Development During Change
      Shannon Wiest, Sr Principal, Advisory, Gartner
      Engage in this roundtable discussion to learn valuable insights from your peers as they navigate accelerating HIPO development amidst change. Delve into the challenges they face and explore their approaches to measuring success. This session will be lightly facilitated by a Gartner expert but will be driven by peer-to-peer discussion. ... Show More Show Less
      Tuesday, 18 November, 2025

      10:30 AM - 11:15 AM AEDT

      CHRO Circle Roundtable: How Can CHROs Cultivate Culture in an Efficiency and Tech-Driven World? (Multi-group)
      Anna Krasniewska, Group Vice President, 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

      12:00 PM - 12:45 PM AEDT

      CHRO Circle Roundtable: Developing High-Impact Leaders and Managers for a Dynamic Business Landscape (Multi-group)
      Arj Bagga, VP, Team Manager, Gartner
      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

      12:00 PM - 12:45 PM AEDT

      Roundtable: How Are You Right-Sizing L&D?
      Jerome Mackowiak, Director, Advisory, Gartner
      Learning and development is evolving faster than ever. With growing expectations of technology-human work, combined with cost constraints, HR leaders are making critical trade-offs on what to invest in for L&D. In this peer-to-peer discussion, come prepared to exchange insights with your L&D peers on how you have made changes to your function in a more cost constrained environment. ... Show More Show Less

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      Director, People Support, Australian Government Department of Human Services

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