Seattle CHRO Executive Summit

What's Trust Got to Do With It?

Trust is both a fundamental business issue and the biggest asset of a company. Without trust, companies lose reputations, relationships and revenue. With trust, organizations enjoy greater creativity, productivity and results. Through extensive research and experience, David Horsager learned what it takes to gain — and keep — the “Trust Edge.” Horsager details the business case for trust and explains why a lack of trust is the biggest expense of a company. He’ll articulate the keys to building morale, sales and customer loyalty, and explain the Eight-Pillar Framework for building trust into an organization and creating successful leaders and organizations.

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, also known as Digital Transformation is changing more than just technology – it’s changing how, where and when we work – and although it’s hard to fathom, we’re only at the beginning. Kristen Roby Dimlow shares what Microsoft HR has deemed the five most significant human capital trends and the role HR plays in supporting digital transformation at Microsoft.  She’ll also showcase how Microsoft’s best-in-class HR Business Insight’s group has transformed to help HR become a valuable strategic business partner that drives decision-making through the use of actionable data and insights.

The rising issue of employee disengagement has become the equivalent of a canary in the coal mine for a company’s culture. Many focus on understanding what fuels apathy among workers, but what about identifying and learning from the causes of not only engagement, but enthusiasm? Mindy Geisser’s team at Savers set out to do just that. Beginning with a survey for donors and expanding to an all staff survey, Geisser’s team uncovered a direct link between what makes a store successful and the level of happiness and engagement from the employees who work there. Join Geisser as she shares how a culture of positivity and respect can fuel employee engagement, and in turn your organization’s success.

We are at the beginning of a fourth industrial revolution, which promises to permanently alter the world of work. Is your organization prepared? Willis Towers Watson recently completed a Global Future of Work Survey that reveals how employers are moving beyond workplace automation myths and determining how to leverage all the ways work is accomplished, from contingent labor to AI, robotics and more. This report examines where breakthroughs are needed and how to plot a course of action. Join Renée Smith to explore the five forces of change driving the future of work and how HR will lead the charge.

Employee health and wellness is a critical driver of workplace productivity, not simply a component of employee compensation. Because business performance doesn't get sick days, employers are looking for ways to balance what’s best for employees with what’s best for the bottom line. Join this executive discussion on making health a part of an organizational business strategy. Discuss how to change the conversation in 2018 to align with innovative wellness strategies, improve employee wellbeing and manage rising medical costs.

Transforming an organization’s culture is a multidimensional change and where to begin and how to support the process are often the first challenges. Steven Rice began with one contemporary program for one people focused on parental health. He created a two-year roadmap to navigate barriers surrounding a 52-week parental leave. Rice looked to stretch opportunities and include employees as co-creators alongside the leadership team to drive impact and innovation. Join this session to discuss Rice’s internal cultural shift, the intent for the program and how it reflected outward.  

Organizations that recognize the value of focused and engaged employees stay a step ahead in every aspect of human capital management. By actively addressing work-life conflict, employers of choice are helping employees stay present, productive and engaged — with peace of mind at home, they’re able to bring their best selves to work. Join this executive boardroom to explore and share innovative ideas to empower and positively impact employees, their families and ultimately your business.

Many organizations are replacing performance reviews and creating a culture of real-time feedback, empowering employees to take ownership of their own success. In order to make this switch, companies must accept that the old way doesn’t work, take an honest look at the cultural norms and beliefs that are barriers to change, and be willing to invest the time and focus necessary. Join this session to discuss best practices and success stories for redefining performance management practices, identify the barriers that prevent forward movement and form positive changes for employees in and out of the workplace.  

Closing the gap between supporting roles and senior leadership is a daunting task that relies heavily on teamwork and the support of others. Linda Massman shares her background and journey of becoming a CEO, the people and experiences that shaped her as a leader and how she transformed organizational culture along the way. Learn the importance of helping others and what it takes to truly lead through inclusion.