UCLA HARRT

Dean's Series - FULL-SPECTRUM THINKING IN A POST-OUTBREAK WORLD ~ Dr. Bob Johansen
2021-02-12 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Dr. Bob Johansen, a distinguished fellow with the Institute for the Future in Silicon Valley and friend of HARRT, has been doing ten-year forecasting for more than thirty years, with remarkable accuracy. In this talk, he will share his latest forecasts for the post-outbreak world, with a focus on opportunities and threats for the human resources function. Full-spectrum thinking is the ability to seek clarity across gradients of possibility–while resisting the temptations of certainty and simplistic labeling. Bob will discuss how leaders can think in full-spectrum ways, particularly across the spectrum of human/computer potential. Digital augmentation of humans will be mandatory to thrive in the future and Bob will provide his latest thinking about how leaders of the future can thrive in an increasingly digital world.
*As a follow-on to this discussion, Bob will facilitate a BOOK CLUB exclusively for HARRT Senior Executive Members on February 16 & 26. As part of membership, each participating HARRT Executive member will receive a complimentary digital copy of Bob’s new book: Full-Spectrum Thinking: How to Escape Boxes in a Post-Categorical Future

HARRT Executive Members only - Bob Johansen Book Club #1
2021-02-19 12:00 - 13:00 | virtual
Bob will broadly discuss the overall theme of his book but will mostly focus his time on Chapters 9 & 10 during this two-week book club. At his request, we have intentionally limited these discussions to a small group to encourage conversation. HARRT purchased an electronic copy of his book, Full Spectrum Thinking for each HARRT member attendee.

HARRT Executive Members only - Bob Johansen Book Club #2
2021-02-26 12:00 - 13:00 | virtual
Bob will broadly discuss the overall theme of his book but will mostly focus his time on Chapters 9 & 10. At his request, we have intentionally limited these discussions to a small group to encourage conversation. HARRT purchased an electronic copy of his book, Full Spectrum Thinking for each HARRT member attendee.

Dean's Series - LEADERS of the FUTURE: Unleashing the Power of Psychological Safety ~ Dr. Amy Edmondson
2021-03-19 11:45 - 12:45 | virtual
The past year has resulted in major disruptions to corporate strategies and operations as a result of the global pandemic, digital transformation, economic uncertainty, and social discourse. As corporate leaders rethink how their organizations will perform in the future, there is a renewed emphasis on creating an inclusive organization to encourage the development of creative, innovative, and productive teams.

For many years, Amy C. Edmondson, Professor of Leadership at Harvard Business School and author of the book “The Fearless Organization” and Martijn Sjoorda, Co-Founder, The Fearless Organization, have studied how creating psychological safety is the key ingredient to develop high-performing, humane, and resilient leaders for the future.
Please join UCLA’s Professor Corinne Bendersky as she interviews our speakers and they discuss how to build competitive and innovative organizations in the future by:

Exploring the link between psychological safety and high performance
Creating a speak-up culture where it’s “safe” to express ideas, ask questions, and admit mistakes
Nurturing the level of engagement and candor required to succeed in today’s new economy

Each attendee will receive access to a survey to gauge your personal level of psychological safety in your organization.

Week 1 - Fearless Book Club Lunchtime Series For People Leaders - How to create a psychologically safe workplace
2021-03-23 12:00 - 13:00 | virtual
When employees don’t have the freedom to speak up, it can erode your employee engagement. That’s one reason why cultivating psychological safety is so important.
Inspired by the Fearless Organization by Amy C. Edmondson, Novartis Professor of Leadership at Harvard Business School, this fully on-line 4-week FEARLESS book club series is designed for leaders in Human Resources, Organization Development, Learning & Development, and Talent Management as well as organizational leaders who are people-centric and committed to creating a workplace where employees can bring their full selves to work every day.
YOUR BOOK CLUB FACILITATOR
Sandy Asch
Sandy is a TEDx speaker, best-selling author, RESILIENCE thought leader, and woman of influence award winner. Her book ROAR was named by INC magazine as one of the best business books written by a woman. Over the past 20 years, through keynote presentations and workshops, 40,000+ leaders in 50 countries and 6 languages have implemented Sandy’s ideas to embrace change, manage work-life balance, and be more resilient – to ROAR with purpose and passion.

Week 2 - Fearless Book Club Lunchtime Series For People Leaders - How to create a psychologically safe workplace
2021-03-30 12:00 - 13:00 | virtual

Week 3 - Fearless Book Club Lunchtime Series For People Leaders - How to create a psychologically safe workplace
2021-04-06 12:00 - 13:00 | virtual

Week 4 - Fearless Book Club Lunchtime Series For People Leaders - How to create a psychologically safe workplace
2021-04-13 12:00 - 13:30 | virtual

Dean's Series - Future of Work: Leading with People Analytics in an Ambiguous World ~ Dr. Jeffrey Polzer
2021-04-21 11:45 - 12:45 | virtual
General session with Q&A on Wednesday, April 21 at noon with Jeff Polzer, the UPS Foundation Professor of Human Resource Management in the Organizational Behavior Unit at Harvard Business School.

HARRT at UCLA Future of Work Dean's Series: THE NEW WORK PARADIGM: SUCCEEDING FROM ANYWHERE - Dr. Tsedal Neeley
2021-05-18 11:45 - 12:45 | virtual
General session with Q&A on Tuesday, May 18 at 11:45 AM with Tsedal Neeley, Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School and author of the new book “Remote Work Revolution: Succeeding from Anywhere”.

HARRT at UCLA General Session: The Post-Pandemic Economic Outlook and the Impact on Employment featuring Jerry Nickelsburg
2021-07-27 11:45 - 12:45 | virtual
Please join HARRT’s Faculty Director, Professor Corinne Bendersky in a conversation with Jerry Nickelsburg, Ph.D., Director, UCLA Anderson Forecast, Adjunct Professor of Economics, UCLA Anderson School of Management as they discuss the June 2021 economic outlook for the United States and California. Dr. Nickelsburg will share how the economic reality of the pandemic has created new employment challenges, how it will impact employment trends, jobs, unemployment, wages, and the effect of hybrid work on office space.

HARRT at UCLA Annual Retreat: "HR Reset" (in person)
2021-11-03 | UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States

2022 Day of Learning - The Great Re-set and what to do now (HARRT/Willis Tower Watson)
2022-05-18 07:30 - 16:00 | UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States

Achieving Your DEIB Goals: The Secret Sauce for Leading Transformational Change
2023-01-25 11:30 - 13:00 | virtual
This ongoing series is offered as part of the new HARRT at UCLA DEI & Belonging Network which is a forum dedicated to providing participants with programming, research, and networking to further the effort of diversity and belonging in the workplace.
Description: As organizations implement new Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) strategies, many leaders overlook the importance of incorporating transformational change approaches into their plans. A panel of highly accomplished experts featuring Ian Ziskin, Karen Jaw-Madson, and Sophia Kristjansson will provide a variety of perspectives on why an inclusive change culture is imperative to achieving sustainable DEIB change. Questions to be discussed will focus on what it takes to lead, survive, and even thrive when creating culture change:
1. What are the three most important considerations when implementing transformational change?
2. What is the value of applying transformational change approaches to DEIB strategies?
3. What do leaders who drive and sustain successful transformational change, actually do?

Annual DEIB Summit Day 1 @ NASA JPL
2023-03-28 10:00 - 15:00 | NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (by invitation only), 4800 Oak Grove Drive, Pasadena, CA, 91109
By Invitation Only. This annual event is offered as part of the UCI Paul Merage School of Business and the HARRT at UCLA DEI & Belonging Network which is a forum dedicated to providing participants with programming, research, and networking to further the effort of diversity and belonging in the workplace. If you are a DEI Senior Executive or ERG Leader in your organization and would like to attend this session as our guest, use this link to let us know.

Annual DEIB Summit Day 2 @ UCI Paul Merage School of Business
2023-03-30 11:30 - 18:00 | UCI Paul Merage School of Business (by invitation only), 4293 Pereira Dr, Irvine, CA, 92697, United States

HARRT at UCLA - WTW Annual Day of Learning
2023-05-10 08:00 - 15:00 | UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States
Each year we welcome our HR executive members and guests to campus to join us and our partner, WTW for the highly anticipated Day of Learning. This year, the full day experience will take place on Wednesday, May 10.
Key Takeaways:

Gain insights from leading employers and academic professors on the current HR landscape and the future of the workplace
Hear proven strategies to optimize the workforce through trends and best practices for effective leadership
Network with executive peers across industry sectors from leading global organizations

Annual HARRT at UCLA Executive Retreat – Rediscover the Human in HR
2023-10-01 - 2023-10-03 | Balboa Bay Resort, 1221 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA, 92663, United States
*Invitation-Only* We are pleased to invite you to the 2023 HARRT at UCLA Executive Retreat on October 1 – 3 at the beautiful Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach; a perfect setting to reconnect, rejuvenate, relax, and learn. This year’s theme is Rediscover The Human in HR Come join the conversation with our renowned thought leaders and your fellow CHROs to gain insight into the trends that will impact HR and enjoy the opportunity to catch up with friends and participate in some fun activities as well.

Women in HR Leadership Series: Sess. 2 – Meet the CHROs: Leadership Conversations (panel)
2023-11-14 11:30 - 13:00 | virtual
Virtual event. November 14, 2023 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM PST

Women in HR Leadership Series: Sess. 3 Understanding Self and Others to Drive your Development
2023-12-06 11:30 - 13:00 | virtual
Virtual event. December 6, 2023 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM PST

2024 UCLA + UCI Inclusion Summit
2024-03-06 09:30 - 14:30 | UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States
Cracking the Inclusion Code: Cultivating Change in Organizational Culture
We’ve seen the data: diverse work groups lead to better decision-making, which improves performance. But is it that simple? We need to go beyond diversity to be inclusive, but how? Cultivating organizational change requires creativity, innovation, trust, and leadership commitment. Join us to hear from change makers who are using a combination of talent, management frameworks, and technology to build an inclusive culture.

2024 UCLA + WTW Day of Learning
2024-04-30 09:00 - 15:00 | UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States
HARRT at UCLA & WTW
11th Day of Learning
Future Forward: What’s Next for HR?

Labor market pressure is down but talent shortages remain for key roles. Healthcare costs are on the rise again. Certain tech companies face layoffs and uncertainty as AI’s impact grows. Inflation lingers as employees demand higher pay to keep up. Some sectors thrive; others struggle. It’s an election year. Burn-out is real.

Gain insights from leading employers and professors with a focus on you – the HR leader – and how you can energize your “future self”
Have an open discussion with experts on how to address wellbeing concerns for the HR team
Hear strategies employers are incorporating to deal with some of today’s most pressing people challenges while planning for the future

Network with executive peers across industry sectors from leading local and global organizations

Annual HARRT at UCLA Executive Retreat
2024-11-17 - 2024-11-19 | Lido House, 3300 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA, 92663, United States
Future Fit: HR Strategies For Today and Beyond
*Members-Only* We are pleased to invite you to the 2024 HARRT at UCLA Executive Retreat on November 17 – 19 at the beautiful Lido House in Newport Beach; a perfect setting to reconnect, rejuvenate, relax, and learn. Come join the conversation with our renowned thought leaders and your fellow CHROs to gain insight into the trends that will impact HR and enjoy the opportunity to catch up with friends and participate in some fun activities as well.

HARRT at UCLA Inclusive Leadership Summit
2025-02-25 10:00 - 15:00 | UCLA Extension, 1145 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States
In today’s dynamic global landscape, inclusive leadership has become a critical cornerstone of organizational excellence. It focuses on creating an environment where every individual feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
Our Summit will explore the transformative power of inclusive leadership – examining how embracing differences, promoting psychological safety, and intentionally developing diverse talent can revolutionize workplace culture and drive sustainable success.
We look forward to you joining us on February 25th as we explore how inclusive leadership can become a powerful strategic tool for talent development, organizational resilience, and sustainable growth.

HARRT at UCLA CHRO Corporate Governance Certification Training
2025-02-28 09:00 - 2025-05-19 11:00 | Live Online and In Person
Announcing a unique University of California Collaboration designed specifically for Sr. HR Executives. HARRT at UCLA – The UCLA Human Resources Round Table, UCLA Anderson School of Management Executive Education, and University of California, Irvine – The Paul Merage School of Business Leadership Development Institute, are joining forces in a strategic partnership to offer a one-of-a-kind offering in Corporate Governance for Chief Human Resources Officers and Senior Human Resources Executives.
This unique 3-month program equips senior HR and Talent leaders with the competencies necessary for impactful corporate board service, focusing on essential governance, financial, and strategic skills. Participants will develop a strong foundation in fiduciary duties, regulatory frameworks, and board oversight practices, ensuring they are prepared to fulfill their responsibilities with ethical and organizational integrity. The curriculum covers advanced financial acumen, including audit and compliance insights, and delves into strategic areas like mergers and acquisitions, cybersecurity, and risk management. Additionally, participants will engage with contemporary board issues such as ESG, digital transformation, and executive compensation, making them adept at addressing corporate governance’s evolving demands and challenges.
Why Corporate Governance for CHROs?

In 2023, only 1.1% of directors possess CHRO experience, while the remaining 98.9% do not, highlighting the limited presence of HR leaders at the board level (Harvard Law Corporate Governance)
In 2023, 65% of directors indicated that improving oversight of human capital is “important” or “very important.” (NACD)
65% of directors identified human capital as the highest priority in environmental, social, and governance in 2022. (Deloitte)

Upon successfully completing the program, you will earn a dual certificate from the UCLA Anderson School of Management and UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business and in addition to the certification, you will receive a six month HARRT at UCLA membership.
Event Details: Live In Person and Virtual 3-Month Flexible Online Program with 90-120 minute weekly virtual sessions combined with one in-person gathering for culmination.
Dates: February, 28 – May 19, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM PT – 90 minutes – 120 minutes
Simulation, Certification, and Graduation: Monday, May 19 – 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM PT In Person (UCLA Anderson)
Do you have questions? Happy to discuss via email.

HARRT at UCLA | WTW Day of Learning
2025-05-06 09:00 - 15:00

HARRT Board Governance Network (HBGN) - Session 1
2025-09-10 | UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States
*Members-Only* You’re invited to Session 1 of the HARRT Board Governance Network (HGBN) on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at UCLA. As a recap, HBGN will deliver two in-person sessions, two virtual sessions, and ad hoc virtual sessions addressing current issues in 2025 -26.
Session 1 Agenda

3:00 – 3:15 PM
Welcome

3:15 – 4:15 PM
Strategies for Successful Board Placement
Whitney Chamberlain & Clint Fairweather
Board Director & Chair Consultants, Egon Zehnder

4:15 – 4:30 PM:
Refreshment & Networking Break

4:30 – 5:15 PM
Board Governance: Planning for Uncertainty
John Bremen
Chief Innovation & Acceleration Officer, C-suite and board advisor, WTW

5:15 – 6:45 PM
Activists in the Boardroom: A Case Study
Carla Hayn
Professor of Accounting; Accounting Area Chair; Ernst & Young Chair in Accounting, UCLA Anderson School of Management

Adjourn

• Sessions 2 & 3: When we meet on September 10, we will discuss your preferred topics and set the dates and times for these two virtual sessions.
• Session 4: In-person session scheduled for early May 2026.

2025 HARRT at UCLA Executive Retreat - Future Fit: HR Strategies For Today and Beyond
2025-09-11 - 2025-09-12 | Lido House, 3300 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA, 92663, United States
Future Fit: HR Strategies For Today and Beyond
*Members-Only* We are pleased to present the 2025 HARRT at UCLA Executive Retreat, taking place September 11-12 at the beautiful Luskin Conference Center. In addition to insightful conversations, networking opportunities, and a chance to shape the future of HR, this retreat offers the perfect opportunity to reconnect, rejuvenate, relax, and learn among your peers. Join us in thanking our incredible speakers, sponsors, and longtime partner members without whom this event would not be possible.
As a special benefit to HARRT Retreat attendees, UC Irvine’s Leadership Development Institute has generously provided a scholarship to their Generative AI for Business Application certification program ($1650 value). To further develop your understanding of AI, this self-paced, fully on-demand digital program features a curriculum that offers both theoretical and practical knowledge in generative AI, taught by a unique blend of top academic and industry professionals. Retreat attendees can receive this special offer when they RSVP by August 1. Learn more.

HARRT at UCLA Learning Lab Session #4 - Featuring WISQ
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00 | HARRT at UCLA Learning Lab (virtual)
The HARRT at UCLA Learning Lab, a monthly professional development series designed for HR leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve. Each session features thought leaders tackling today’s most provocative and pressing HR challenges—from AI in the workplace to equity initiatives, talent strategy innovations, and cultural transformation.
This isn’t passive learning. Come prepared to engage in substantive discussions, challenge assumptions, and gain actionable insights you can apply immediately. Over the course of an hour, you’ll expand your strategic thinking, connect with fellow HR professionals navigating similar complexities, and build a network of forward-thinking peers.
Join us to sharpen your expertise, broaden your perspective, and position yourself as a future forward leader in your organization.
Session #4 – Clayton Holz, Head of Product at WISQ, one of HARRT’s Partner Members, will present our fourth LEARNING LAB installment entitled: From Vision to Execution: Building an Agentic HR Operating Model.
The group is asked to contemplate that most AI in HR still requires constant oversight—or worse, it creates more work than it removes. What if your HR team could rely on an AI teammate that resolved complex cases, spanned systems, and delivered outcomes in minutes instead of hours? Wisq will share a unique point of view on what it takes to build an agentic HR operating model—one that blends deep HR expertise with autonomous reasoning to transform service delivery and operations. Attendees will gain practical frameworks for redesigning HR processes, aligning policies and organizational structures, and prioritizing agentic AI use cases that can operate in complex, compliance-heavy environments.
Remember, the LEARNING LAB meets virtually every 3rd Thursday of the month. We encourage you to come as you are, prepared to share with cameras and audio enabled.
*In addition to the topics below, there is an opportunity in the registration process to further enrich the conversation by sharing any other thoughts or questions you want us to address during the session.
Key Questions For This Session:

Share some examples of how AI is creating more work than it removes.
Would you feel comfortable letting AI operate without constant verification?
How do you think HR professionals’ roles and value propositions will evolve in an agentic model? Is it just as important as the technical implementation?

Event Details: Virtual

Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
Time: Noon – 1:00 PM PST
Register: Attendees will receive a Zoom link after registering – Remember to add the meeting to your calendar.

Please register by February 16, 2026

HARRT at UCLA Leadership 26 Summit
2026-03-12 10:00 - 15:00 | UCLA Anderson School of Management
