Featured Speakers:
Leo Brajkovich Ph.D.
Smarter Workforce Executive
IBM
John Howes, Ph.D.
Smarter Workforce Executive
IBM
Summary:
Applying science and analytics to the art of talent management, building social and digital capabilities into the fabric of the organization, and finding new sources of value to deliver new capabilities are some of the key action items on the three to five year plan for many HR leaders globally. In this session thought leaders from IBM Smarter Workforce will review findings from a study of 350 global CHROs. In addition, they will discuss implications of the findings for North American CHROs and facilitate a panel discussion of HR executives from organizations who are currently leading and innovating in each of these areas.
Dr. Brajkovich is IBM’s Smarter Workforce Executive for the Western U.S. and Canada. The Smarter Workforce business includes IBM’s Talent Management software, behavioral sciences, workforce consulting and analytics solutions that improve HCM effectiveness and drive business performance. With 20 years of experience, Leo is responsible for advising CHROs and delivering Smarter Workforce Workshops as well as supporting our clients delivering improved business outcomes across the broader Smarter Workforce solutions portfolio. Leo also serves as an executive sponsor to certain strategic partnerships.
John C. Howes, Ph.D., currently holds an Executive Managing Consultant role within IBM (formerly Kenexa). Leveraging his talent and experience, he focuses on improving individual, team and organizational effectiveness in a wide variety of companies. Some examples are Alaska Airlines Group, Amazon, Avanade, Blount International, Boeing, CHC Helicopter, Disney, Driscoll’s, Esterline, HSBC, Ingram Micro, Jet Propulsion Lab, Legacy Health System, McKinstry, Moss Adams, Principal Financial Group, Ross Stores, and Servco.
