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An Attendee’s Thrive Guide to Transform 2025

Maximize your Transform 2025 experience with expert tips, networking strategies, and must-know event ...

Author Spotlight: Christie Smith, PhD, Essential: How Distributed Teams, Generative AI, and Global Shifts Are Creating a New Human-Powered Leadership

Transform Author Spotlight: Christie Smith, Ph.D., shares leadership strategies for navigating AI, h ...

Podcast Spotlight: The Chad & Cheese Podcast

HR’s most dangerous podcast takes the spotlight—read about Chad & Cheese’s journey, impact, an ...

Celebrating the 2025 Transform Awards Finalists

The 2025 Transform Awards Finalists are revealed! Discover which leaders and companies are transform ...

Uniting Workplaces in Politically Divisive Times

Amira Barger of Edelman provides actionable insights for HR leaders navigating workplace challenges ...

Author Spotlight: Gary Cookson, Making Hybrid Working Work

Transform Author Spotlight: Gary Cookson’s Making Hybrid Working Work shares strategies for succes ...

Founder Spotlight: Kyle Samuels, Creative Talent Endeavors

Meet Kyle Samuels, CEO and Founder of CTE. He's redefining executive search through transparency, in ...

Podcast Spotlight: foHRsight Podcast

Go behind the scenes of the foHRsight Podcast where we spotlight Co-Hosts Naomi Titleman and Mark Ed ...

HR’s Strategic Roadmap for 2025: Lessons and Insights from Transform Leaders

Explore HR’s roadmap for 2025, featuring insights on AI, leadership, and workplace inclusivity fro ...

Rebuilding Lives and Boosting Businesses: The Surprising ROI of Hiring Formerly Incarcerated Individuals

Embrace second-chance hiring with Terah Lawyer, President of CROP's, insights on leveraging untapped ...

Author Spotlight: Keith Ferrazzi

Keith Ferrazzi discusses his vision of transforming traditional leadership into "teamship" - a colla ...

Communication Strategies Series: How You Say It Matters—The Hidden Layers of Communication

Sheryl Anjanette, CEO of Parsley, shares how communication strategies enhance trust, collaboration, ...

LeadWell: Transforming Leadership Through Engagement and Support

Brian Sherman, EVP & CPO of Delta Dental shares how LeadWell redefines leadership to improve employe ...

The Future of Employee Benefits: 3 Key Trends to Watch

Lizzy Kolar reimagines employee benefits, combining financial wellness and environmental impact for ...

Author Spotlight: Caroline Tanis, Rise & Find

Caroline Tanis reveals how financial wellness empowers employees and provides actionable strategies ...

Beyond Buzzwords: Opportunity Knocks at L&D Doors

Ekta Lall Mittal outlines how L&D, AI, and branding redefine workforce engagement, growth, and resil ...

Founder Spotlight: Arshan Ahmad, Co-Founder & CEO of Worksense AI

See how CEO Arshan Ahmad’s Worksense AI provides real-time solutions for boosting employee engagem ...

Transform Spotlight Series: People-First Leader Terah Lawyer, President, CROP

See how Terah Lawyer, President of CROP, leads with empathy and purpose, creating impactful reentry ...

The Symbiotic Relationship Between Chief Human Resource Officers and Chief Diversity Officers: A Guide for Business Leaders

Amira Barger, EVP and Head of DEI Communications at Edelman, explains how CHROs and CDOs can drive i ...

Beyond Labels – How to Build a Culture of Inclusion for Neurodivergent Employees

Dr. Matt Zakreski shares strategies for creating inclusive workplaces for neurodivergent employees. ...

AI as Your HR Superpower: How to Go From Pedal-Assist to Turbo

Gianna Driver, CPO at Lattice, gives practical ways AI can supercharge HR workflows, from onboarding ...

Founder Spotlight: Lizzy Kolar, Co-Founder & CEO of Scope Zero

Learn how Lizzy Kolar, CEO of Scope Zero, leads with innovative sustainability solutions for compani ...

From Dread to Delight: How to Set Up a Talent Acquisition Team for Data-driven Success

Guest Writer Matthew Beck at Findem explains how quality data empowers recruiters and transforms tal ...

Founder Spotlight: Sheryl Anjanette, Founder & CEO, Parsley360

Sheryl Anjanette’s Parsley360 transforms workplace performance with AI-driven, personalized, and e ...

The Hidden Formula for RTO Success: What Most Companies Miss

See what makes 'Good RTO' successful and why it matters for employee retention from Worksense AI CEO ...

The Realities of HR Tech Part 2: Current State Analysis

Explore how to assess your organization's current state before launching new HR technology systems f ...

Cultivating a Workplace of Well-being and Success through Trauma-Sensitive Leadership and Psychological Safety

Learn how trauma-informed workplaces help create safer, healthier environments that promote growth a ...

Founder Spotlight: Michael Ioffe, Co-Founder & CEO, Arist

Meet Michael Ioffe, the co-founder of Arist who is transforming global learning with AI-driven, SMS- ...

The Transformative Power of Kind Leadership: A Personal and Professional Journey

See from Penina Eichler how kind leadership transforms workplaces by fostering innovation, resilienc ...

The Advisor’s Take: The Gen X, Y, and Z Communication Dilemma

Radina Walsh addresses X,Y,Z generational communication challenges and the crucial role of advisors ...

Transform Launches Transform Exec: An Exclusive Membership for Forward-Focused People Leaders

Transform Launches Transform Exec: An Exclusive Membership for Forward-Focused People Leaders San ...

Author Spotlight: Paolo Gaudiano

Paolo Gaudiano shares actionable DEI insights, fostering culture change and driving business success ...

Stop Calling HR A “Support Function”

Brian Sherman, EVP & CPO of Delta Dental of CA redefines HR, emphasizing strategic leadership and cr ...

Author Spotlight: Dr. Vijay Pendakur

Learn from Dr. Vijay Pendakur how to connect employee sentiment to actionable strategies for improvi ...

Founder Spotlight: Dr. Bobbi Wegner of Groops

Founder Dr. Bobbi Wegner explains why Groops enhances team cohesion using psychology-based coaching ...

Bridging DEI Confidence and Information Gaps: Empowering Middle Managers to Drive DEI Success

See why empowering middle managers is key to effective DEI implementation.

Focus On The ‘Big Picture’: How To Get ‘More from Less’ From Your Talent Analytics

Learn how to simplify talent analytics to drive strategic decisions and meaningful business outcomes ...

The Realities of HR Tech Part 1 : Guiding You Through the Noise

See how to align HR tech with strategy for lasting impact and innovation with Ekta Lall Mittal.

Founder Spotlight: Chengchen (“CC”) Li – Penguin Benefits

Explore how Penguin Benefits is transforming employee benefits and leave management with innovative ...

Mythbusters Series Part 3: Manager Enablement

Discover how manager enablement drives leadership effectiveness and business success.

Transform Awards Winner Spotlight: ShiftMed

Explore ShiftMed’s innovative approach to solving healthcare staffing challenges that won them the ...

Effective Change Management: 5 Principles Every Leader Must Know

Guest Author, Samantha Simmons, Senior Vice President of People & Culture at Spurs Sports & Entertai ...

Founder Spotlight: Lorna Hagen – WIN Consulting

See Lorna Hagan's journey in leadership and operational excellence in Transform's Founder Spotlight ...

Chief Solver of Hard Problems: Redefining the Role of the Chief People Officer

Guest Author, Eric Hunn, Chief People Officer of Premier Protein redefines the role of the CPO: lead ...

Author Spotlight: Brian Elliott

Leadership advisor and noted expert on the future of work, Brian Elliott shares his insights on his ...

Investing in Success: The Ultimate Guide to Executive Coaching

Guest Author, Jevon Wooden, CEO of BrightMind Consulting Group breaks down what is executive coachin ...

Transform Awards Winner Spotlight: Rebecca Port, PhD

See why Rebecca Port earned a top spot as a Transform 10 Award Winner!

Global Ambassador Spotlight: Julia Collado Martin

Check out Transform's Global Ambassador Spotlight Series: Julia Collado Martin, Lead Ambassador, Mad ...

Transform Awards Winner Spotlight: Datadog

Discover why Datadog wins a Transform Award for being an employee wellness advocate.

Founder Spotlight: Kristen Brun Sharkey – Emboldify

Learn how improv transforms leadership with Emboldify Founder, Kristen Brun Sharkey in Transform's F ...

Bridging the Generational Gap: Tailoring HR Strategies for Diverse Workforce Engagement

See how to unlock potential by bridging generational gaps in today's diverse workforce from Linda H ...

Mythbusters Series Part 2: AI in HR

Discover how AI empowers HR professionals to focus on strategy in this Mythbuster Series from Adam W ...

Transform Spotlight Series: Founder Ioanna Mantzouridou Onasi of Dextego

CEO and Co-founder Ioanna Mantzouridou Onasi is innovating sales coaching and empowering young entre ...

Author Spotlight: Nate Regier, PhD

Nate Regier, PhD, shares his insights on leadership, compassion, and accountability for his book Com ...

Global Ambassador Spotlight: Ana Cimadevilla

Check out Transform's Global Ambassador Spotlight Series: Ana Cimadevilla , Lead Ambassador, Madrid ...

Transform Awards Winner Spotlight: Compt

See why Compt earned the Transform Award Social Impact Initiative of the Year

Mythbusters Series Part 1: Retention and Noncompetes

Discover effective retention strategies to combat high turnover post noncompete ban in this Mythbust ...

Transform Spotlight Series: People-First Leader Gianna Driver, CHRO

Check out CHRO, Gianna Driver in Transform's People-First Leader Spotlight Series.

Recap: Transform Spotlight Series – Building and Cultivating a Culture of Inclusion and Belonging (At a Global Scale)

Get Global Insights on Building and Cultivation an Inclusion and Belonging Culture in this Transform ...

Transform Spotlight Series: Co-Founders Kaushik Narasimhan and Yaniv Shimoni of Take2 AI

Check out Co-Founders Kaushik Narasimhan and Yaniv Shimoni of Take2 AI in Transform's Founder Spotli ...

Self-Empathy: The Leadership Superpower You Didn’t Know You Needed

Guest Author, Jevon Wooden, CEO of BrightMind Consulting Group explores how self-empathy can transfo ...

From Toxic to Thriving: The Power of Ombuds in the Workplace

Guest Author, Dina Lynch Eisenberg, Ombuds/Workplace Incivility Coach, Ombudsology LLC educates us h ...

Recap: Transform Spotlight Series – Leading the Charge: A Female Founder’s Guide to Startup Success

Kelley Steven-Waiss reveals secrets to female founder startup success in this Transform Spotlight Se ...

Author Spotlight: Annesa Fike

Anessa Fike debuts her book "The Revolution of Work" sharing how to act and make change in the workp ...

Transform Spotlight Series: Founder | Kara Hardin of The Practice Lab

Check out Kara Hardin, Founder & CEO of The Practice Lab in Transform's Founder Spotlight Series.

Recap: Transform Spotlight Series – Mental Health in the Workplace: A Global Perspective

Transform Spotlight Series examines mental health in the workplace and the role of HR.

Transform Spotlight Series: Founder | Keely Cat-Wells of Making Space

Check out Keely Cat-Wells, Founder & CEO of Making Space in Transform's Founder Spotlight Series.

Transform Awards Winner Spotlight: Compt

See why Compt's flexible benefits won Rewards Trailblazer: Total Rewards Innovation of the Year!

Founder Spotlight: Emmanuel Djengue

Check out Emmanuel Djengue, Founder & CEO of Kaatch in Transform's Founder Spotlight Series.

Building Bridges in Business: David Landman Ph.D.’s Strategies for Startup Advisors

Transform Plus Event Round Up: David Landman, Ph.D. gives his expert startup advisor tips to newcome ...

Global Ambassador Spotlight: Tabita Luis

Check out Transform's Global Ambassador Spotlight Series: Tabita Luis, Lead Ambassador, Madrid Chapt ...

Transform Awards Winner Spotlight: Lybra Clemons

See why Lybra Clemons earned a top spot as a Transform 10 Award Winner!

Founder Spotlight: Coco Brown

See how Coco Brown, 4x Founder built her successful Athena Alliance in Transform's Founder Spotlight ...

Author Spotlight: Jacob Morgan

5x Best-selling Author Jacob Morgan shares an inside look behind his book "Leading With Vulnerabilit ...

Transform Awards Winner Spotlight: Progress Residential

See why Progress Residential's Team Strategy earned them the Transform Award Talent Magnet of the Ye ...

Global Ambassador Spotlight: Laurence Yap

Check out Transform's Global Ambassador Spotlight Series: Laurence Yap, Lead Ambassador, Kuala Lumpu ...

Author Spotlight: Adam Weber

Best-selling Author Adam Weber shares his journey to authentic leadership and transforming workplace ...

The Essential Role of HR Tech Stack in Modern HR Practices

Guest Author, John Baldino, Founder of Humareso, breaks down the HR tech stack in recruitment, onboa ...

Transform Announces New Online Membership Experience at 2024 Conference in Las Vegas

Global people-driven leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs, from over 30 countries add their voice t ...

A First-Time Attendee’s Thrive Guide to Transform 2024

A first-time attendee's ultimate guide to thriving at Transform 2024.

Global Ambassador Spotlight: Cerys Cook

Check out Transform's Global Ambassador Spotlight Series: Cerys Cook, Lead Ambassador, Toronto Chapt ...

Author Spotlight: Kelley Steven-Waiss

Check out Transform's Author Spotlight Series: Kelley Steven Waiss, the Chief Transformation Officer ...

Founder Spotlight: Rajeeb Dey MBE, Learnerbly

Check out Rajeeb Dey MBE, Founder & CEO of Learnerbly in Transform's Founder Spotlight Series.

Author Spotlight: Mita Mallick

Check out Transform's Author Spotlight Series: Mita Mallick, Head of DEI at Carta and Author of Reim ...

Founder Spotlight: Blair Christie, Denim

Check out Blair Christie, Founder & CEO in Transform's Founder Spotlight Series.

From Crisis to Chrysalis: Chip Conley’s Blueprint for Midlife Reinvention

Chip Conley, Author of Learning to Love Midlife, offers his insights and wisdom into navigating Midl ...

Founder Spotlight: Tigran Sloyan, CodeSignal

Check out Tigran Sloyan, CEO & Co-Founder, CodeSignal in Transform's Founder Spotlight Series.

Author Spotlight: Keri Ohlrich, PhD

Check out Transform's Author Spotlight Series: Keri Ohlrich, Ph.D., CEO, Co-Founder of Abbricci Grou ...

Founder Spotlight: Sarah Touzani, Waggle

Check out Sarah Touzani, Co-Founder and CEO, Waggle in Transform's Founder Spotlight Series.

Transformative Tips – Top Leaders Share Best Leadership Advice Received

From VCs to Founders to Diversity Leaders to Scholars to People Leaders and more, we asked nearly 50 ...

A Peek into the Essential Technology and Tools of Transform 2024 Speakers

See what technology and tools these people-first leaders can't live without.

What’s Your Favorite Part of Transform?

Hear what people-first leaders loved most by listening to their favorite parts of Transform.

Advice for the Next Generation of Leaders

Today's top People leaders sit down to give their advice and insights what qualities the next genera ...

Transforming Loss: A Missing Link in Addressing Burnout

Discover the hidden aspects of employee burnout in this insightful article. Learn from expert Ari Si ...

Ready, Set, Transform! Join us for Transform 2024

Join us at the gorgeous Wynn Las Vegas from March 11 - 13, 2024 for the most influential gathering o ...

Transforming Your Compensation for a Globally Distributed World

Thought leaders Babina Knight, VP, People and Culture at Thrive Digital, Matt McFarlane, Director of ...

Human First Leadership

Samara Jaffe, GM and Co-Founder of Transform sits down with Paul Wolfe, Author and Human First Leade ...

Breaking into Venture Capital

Allison Baum-Gates, General Partner, SemperVirens Venture Capital chats with Samara Jaffe, GM and Co ...

How to Create a Purpose Driven Company

Dean Carter, Chief People and Purpose Officer withSamara Jaffe, GM and Co-Founder of Transform at Th ...

The Path to the C-Suite

Sarah Chavarria, President of Delta Dental of California sits down with Samara Jaffe, GM and Co-Foun ...

Apiary Life: Supporting Employees Through Life Transitions

Samara Jaffe, GM and Co-Founder of Transform sits down with Katie Lynch, Founder and CEO, Apiary Lif ...

How to Create a Purpose Driven Culture

Samara Jaffe, GM and Co-Founder of Transform interviews Tiffany Stevenson, Chief People Officer, Wei ...

Shared_Studios: Interacting Through Life-Size Conferencing

Amar C. Bakshi, Founder of Shared_Studios chats with Kaleana Quibell, Guest Host of The Desk at Tran ...

Transformation in HR

Samara Jaffe, GM and Co-Founder of Transform interviews Jyoti Chopra, the Chief People, Inclusion an ...

Investing in the Importance of Engagement in the Workforce

Jeffrey Katzenberg, Founder and Managing Partner of WndrCo tells Samara Jaffe, GM and Co-Founder of ...

Transition From People Leader To CEO

Briana van Strijp, Anthemis CEO talks about her journey from People Leader to CEO at The Desk with S ...

Enboarder: Human Connection Leads to Increased Productivity

Kaleana Quibell, VP, Wellbeing & Partnerships at Sequoia and Guest Host of The Desk at Transform sit ...

Espresa: The Health of Lifestyle Spending Accounts

Kaleana Quibell/VP, Wellbeing & Partnerships at Sequoia interviews Alex Shubat, CEO and Co-Founder o ...

Multiplier: Build and Manage Global Teams Effectively

Samara Jaffe, GM and Co-Founder of Transform interviews Zach Adkins,, Global Revenue Enablement Lead ...

Compt: The Benefit Of Employee Reimbursement

https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/815687825 Kaleana Quibell, VP, Wellbeing & Partnerships at Sequo ...

Gem: Investing in People & Culture to Create Community

Kaleana Quibell/VP, Wellbeing & Partnerships at Sequoia interviews Heather Dunn, the Chief People Of ...

Pave: Compensation Planning

Kaleana Quibell, Guest Host and VP of Wellbeing and Partnerships at Sequoia, sits down at The Desk w ...

Prioritizing Inclusive Hiring to Win in an Evolving Talent Marketplace

Hear from Talent leaders at Axios, Planet Labs, Udemy, and Greenhouse as they share how they priorit ...

Burnt out on burnout? It’s time to change the subject

In this session, Maureen Calabrese sits down with Tanner Brunsdale, Senior Manager, Benefits & Mobil ...

Transform Kicks Off 2023 Conference in Las Vegas with Focus on Future of Work

Global people-driven leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors from over 30 countries add their voice to ...

Transform Announces Winners of the 2023 Transform Awards

Organizations and Individuals Honored for their Commitment to Innovation, Creativity, and Transforma ...

Transform Unveils New Brand and Experience for 2023 Event

Formerly ‘HR Transform’, the premiere C-Level conference rebrands and expands to include global ...

Talking Transformation with Stela Lupushor, Co-Author of “Humanizing Human Capital”

Transform dives in with Stela Lupushor on her new book which she co-authored with Dr. Solange Caras, ...

Transformative Trends: Benefit Consolidation & Employee Wellbeing

Transform asks leaders in our community to share what trends are emerging in their benefits offering ...