Why Strategic HR? Because "People Matter, and Purpose Matters"!

2024 Annual
The session will examine the role of people analytics in driving HR strategy by creating a future sensing HR operating model where employees can connect with the purpose of the organization and sustain DEI&B goals while harnessing technology for actionable insights into people, and processes.

Seating Instructions: Seating is first-come, first-served. Reserved seating options are available for accessibility and accommodations. For detailed accessibility information, visit INFO > FAQs in the app.

Why does strategic HR matter? Learn to move Human Resources from being transactional focused to being strategic.  Transform HR by using technology to formulate real strategies, weaving DEI&B into the everyday workings and integrating organizations systems, people, processes, and culture.

Learning Objectives:

  • Discover HR's strategic role in fostering a growth mindset-culture that leads to better productivity, collaboration, and morale.
  • Use technology to formulate real strategies and integrate organizations systems, people, processes, and culture.
  • Incorporate DEI&B practices in your employee life cycle.
  • Learn to channelize data and use it effectively for enhanced insights, operations, and compliance.


Direct Link to Session Materials: If the speaker provides session materials, you can access them via the app, web format or at https://presentations.shrm.org/.

Live Streaming and Recording: Unless marked 'in person only,' all sessions are live-streamed on the app or web format and available for replay 30 days after the event.

Acknowledgment of Technical Issues: While rare, technical issues may occur during sessions. We appreciate your patience as we quickly address them.

Accessibility & Accommodations Information: For detailed accessibility & accommodations information, visit INFO > FAQs in the app.

Date(s) & Time(s): 
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 - 7:30am to 8:30am
Presenter: 

Neena Kovuru

Neena
Kovuru

Neena is a transformative Human Capital Management thought leader, revolutionizing organizations with her expertise.  Rising from a Computer Science background, Neena blends technical mastery with HR acumen to prioritize data-driven decisions and transparency. She's modernized the HCM sector with her ROI-driven approach and outstanding tech utilization, making HR a competitive advantage rather than a support function. An engaging speaker, Neena's presentations are rich, relatable, and humorous, igniting audiences to embrace innovation and foster inclusion. As a stalwart Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion advocate, she champions diverse views and open contributions, sparking cultural change and promoting employee engagement. Her analytical and behavioral skills have proven instrumental in organizational transformation, solidifying her status through publications in renowned platforms like IPMA-HR, Route Fifty, WorldatWork, and SHRM. With 15+ years in the consulting realm, Neena's data-driven solutions have driven value amid fast-paced tech advancements. Her vibrant energy, sharp wit, and exceptional ability to connect with people have made her a favored speaker and consultant. Put simply, Neena is the people's champion, driving organizational success with her unwavering focus on empowerment and strategic insight.

Location: 
N227, North Building - Level 2 (MPCC)
Session Type: 
Concurrent Session
ENX CHRO
ENX HR Leaders
ENX Mid-Market
Competency: 
Business (Behavioral)
People (Technical)
Intended Audience: 
Senior-Level
Executive-level
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