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Leading on trust, talent, and tech

OCTOBER 14, 2026

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Leading on trust, talent, and tech

***This event is sold out. If you are interested in joining the 2027 edition on October 13th, in Brussels - please request an invite here.***

Join us for Future: People & AI - a high-level forum where senior HR and people leaders from Europe’s largest multinationals come together to decode the next phase of organizational transformation. This exclusive gathering brings together decision-makers from global companies to explore the leadership, skills, and cultural shifts defining the future of work.

We’ll tackle what matters most right now:

  • AI’s growing impact across HR and the strategic role HR must play in AI adoption
  • Reskilling and upskilling at scale
  • Productivity in the age of AI, cost pressures, new work models
  • Leadership in change
  • Organizational transformation, hybrid work

 

Who Should Attend:

CEOs, Board Members, CXOs, Global and Regional Heads of :

  • CHROs (Group, Regional)
  • HR Executives
  • Talent, Performance and Succession Planning
  • Leadership and Talent Executives
  • Organizational Transformation Heads
  • Learning & Development Heads
  • Diversity and Inclusion Heads
  • Strategic People Analytics Heads
  • People Intelligence & AI Heads
  • HR Operations Heads
  • Talent Acquisition Executives
  • Rewards, Performance and Benefits Heads
  • Internal Communications Heads

For vendors and solution providers please reach out to ccalinescu@tcb.org.

 

Why should you attend?

This is not a theory-heavy forum or a commercial trade show. It’s a peer-led, experience-rich event where real stories, practical insights, and high-value connections take center stage.

  • Peer-driven insights you won’t hear anywhere else. Hear directly from CHROs and senior HR leaders inside Europe’s top multinationals. What’s working. What’s not. And how they’re tackling transformation, AI, leadership, and culture.
  • Real-life case examples - not abstract frameworks. Every session is rooted in lived executive experience. You’ll hear candid, unfiltered examples of how your peers are navigating complexity and change.
  • A high-caliber, curated network. No crowds. No vendor pitches. Just meaningful, executive-level conversations with leaders who share your scope, scale, and challenges.
  • Cross-functional relevance. The program reflects how real companies operate—connecting talent, transformation, inclusion, productivity, and technology in one strategic dialogue.
  • Actionable takeaways, ready for the boardroom. Leave with peer-tested approaches, strategic insights, and tangible ideas you can bring straight into your next executive discussion.

 

What to Expect

Future: People & AI 2026 takes place over two days, with each day designed for a different type of engagement.

  • Day 1 (Oct 13) is reserved for Member-only Council meetings. These small-group sessions provide a confidential space for senior leaders to exchange insights within their function. The day concludes with a private dinner for Members.
  • Day 2 (Oct 14) is open to all registered participants and features interactive panels, case studies, and cross-functional networking.

Registration includes access to Day 2 only. If you are interested in receiving more information about our Council programme and how to attend on day 1, please contact Marie-Laure Bultot at mbultot@tcb.org.

Want to get involved:

  • Speaking Opportunities: Catalina Camargo, ccamargo@tcb.org
  • Partnership Opportunities: Claudia Pop-Cãlinescu, ccalinescu@tcb.org 
  • Marketing Partnerships: Catalina Camargo, ccamargo@tcb.org


Speakers

Fred

Fred Patitucci Fred Patitucci

Chief People & Culture Officer
Philip Morris International

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Janine

Janine Chamberlin Janine Chamberlin

Vice President of Global Clients
LinkedIn

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Denis

Denis Machuel Denis Machuel

CEO
The Adecco Group

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Charlotte

Charlotte Levert Charlotte Levert

Chief People Officer
Ericsson

Christina

Christina Mueller Christina Mueller

Former Head of HR Europe and Canada
Takeda

Maria Rosaria

Maria Rosaria Bonifacio Maria Rosaria Bonifacio

Former VP and People Head
Nokia

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Martin

Martin Smit

Former Head of Strategy & Digital, Total Rewards
Takeda Pharmaceuticals

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Victoria

Victoria Beynon

Global Learning Designer, People and Organizationa…
Roche

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Robert

Robert von Klot-Heydenfeldt

GM North Europe
Valence

Joe

Joe Davolio

Co-CEO
PayStandards

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Antony

Antony Ebelle-Ebanda

Global Head of Digital Surgery Integration and Tal…
Johnson & Johnson

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Dr. Karsten

Dr. Karsten Hoyer

Director, People Analytics, Intelligence and AI Co…
The Conference Board

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Todd

Todd Gershkowitz

Co-CEO
PayStandards

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John

John Beadle

Senior Research Fellow, Human Capital Center
The Conference Board

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Peter

Peter Louch

Founder and CEO
Vemo, Inc.

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Clare

Clare Moncrieff

Senior Principal Consultant
Workhuman

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Tameka

Tameka Vazquez

Futurist & Leadership Strategist
Columbia University

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Jennifer

Jennifer Vessels

Global Transformation Leader and Author, Board Cha…
Executive Growth Alliance

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Sarah

Sarah Bond

Co-Council Director, European Inclusion Council
The Conference Board

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Brian

Brian Delle Donne

CEO & Co-Founder
Talent Tech Labs

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Ryan

Ryan Vincent

Advisory Director
TLC Lions

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Peter

Peter Zemsky

Professor of Strategy and Innovation
INSEAD

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Adriano

Adriano Bruno

Partner
KennedyFitch

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Sanja M.

Sanja M. Haas, MA

Chairwoman of the Human Capital Advisory Board
The Conference Board

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Simon

Simon Mcdermott

Vice President, People and Innovation
TOYOTA

Kimo

Kimo Kippen

Program Director, Learning & Development Executive…
The Conference Board

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Max

Max Mckeown

Author, The Strategy Book

Bas

Bas Puts

Global Head Learning and Skills Architecture
Siemens

Marion

Marion Devine

Principal Researcher, Human Capital, Europe
The Conference Board

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Tara

Tara Murphy

Director, HR Operations and Talent Acquisition Exe…
The Conference Board

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Monika

Monika Buzasy

Vice President Talent
Procter & Gamble

Georgina

Georgina Warren

Global Inclusion and Impact Director
IHG Hotels & Resorts

Kathrin

Kathrin Selezneva

Lead Talent Acquisition Manager
Humanoid Robotics

Busola

Busola Farinmade

Strategic Total Rewards Leader
Equinix

David

David Mekkaoui

CEO
All Digital

Caroline

Caroline Anberrée

VP Human Resources & Marketing Communications
T.D. Williamson (TDW)

Saul

Saul Huisman

Head Reward International
Swiss Re

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Laureen

Laureen Rwatirera Chivere

Vice President Talent Management
Prosus Group

Busi

Busi Sizani

Director, Inclusion Strategy EMEA
Netflix

Sara

Sara Murray

Managing Director, International
The Conference Board

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Jean-Marc

Jean-Marc Verbist

Human Capital Center Leader, Europe
The Conference Board

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Amy

Amy Armitage

Program Director and Program Chair
The Conference Board

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  • Day 1

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

07:30 AM - 08:30 AM CET

Registration and Networking Breakfast
Council members convene in a cross-function networking breakfast at a central Brussels location.

07:30 AM - 08:30 AM CET

Registration and Networking Breakfast

Council members convene in a cross-function networking breakfast at a central Brussels location.

08:30 AM - 08:45 AM CET

Welcome: Opening Remarks
We’ll open the session by welcoming Council Members and other executives and sharing The Conference Board’s perspective on the value of our unique com … More

08:30 AM - 08:45 AM CET

Welcome: Opening Remarks

We’ll open the session by welcoming Council Members and other executives and sharing The Conference Board’s perspective on the value of our unique community. Learn about the day’s objectives and how you can leverage the power of networking and research to navigate what lies ahead for European business.

08:45 AM - 09:00 AM CET

Setting the Stage: The Choices Before Us
As AI reshapes the world of work, leaders face choices that extend far beyond replacing tasks they define human capability. Placed … More

08:45 AM - 09:00 AM CET

Setting the Stage: The Choices Before Us

As AI reshapes the world of work, leaders face choices that extend far beyond replacing tasks they define human capability. Placed within the context of human progress, this opening session flips the narrative from AI disruption to capability expansion. Dr Max McKeown introduces the concept of SuperSapiens: leaders and teams who combine machine intelligence with human empathy, judgment, and trust. By setting the challenge to build a Strategic High trust Adaptability Results Kulture (SHARK), this opening frames the vital leadership choices that will unfold across the day.

09:00 AM - 09:25 AM CET

Keynote: What’s Driving the Market Now and What’s Ahead
Analysis from LinkedIn will explore labor market and hiring trends in the age of AI. Gain new insights on where the European and g … More

09:00 AM - 09:25 AM CET

Keynote: What’s Driving the Market Now and What’s Ahead

Analysis from LinkedIn will explore labor market and hiring trends in the age of AI. Gain new insights on where the European and global market is headed and how business and talent leaders can stay ahead as hiring and organizations themselves transform.

09:25 AM - 09:50 AM CET

Keynote: The Business and People Opportunity of AI
We’ll explore how organizations can accelerate talent and business impact through AI, transforming their organization and building … More

09:25 AM - 09:50 AM CET

Keynote: The Business and People Opportunity of AI

We’ll explore how organizations can accelerate talent and business impact through AI, transforming their organization and building competitive advantage through AI strategy, embedded processes, and practices. We’lll discuss foundational insights for what’s required to manage AI readiness and risks and what’s needed to build a work environment where people can thrive now and into the future.

09:50 AM - 10:15 AM CET

Keynote: How AI Will Shape HR's Future (The Future Is Now!)
What is the role of HR in the future of work? We’ll discuss the opportunity and strategic value of HR in the future of work, as we … More

09:50 AM - 10:15 AM CET

Keynote: How AI Will Shape HR's Future (The Future Is Now!)

What is the role of HR in the future of work? We’ll discuss the opportunity and strategic value of HR in the future of work, as well as the risks of obsolescence. Hear practical examples of how HR is creating business value now through scaling and new uses of GenAI and AI learning, coaching, and upskilling. We’ll share new and emerging strategies for creating business value through HR.

10:15 AM - 10:40 AM CET

Keynote: AI, Leadership and Culture Journeys
In this interactive exercise, members will share insights on how they see AI shaping future organizational leadership and culture. … More

10:15 AM - 10:40 AM CET

Keynote: AI, Leadership and Culture Journeys

In this interactive exercise, members will share insights on how they see AI shaping future organizational leadership and culture. We’ll explore AI as a catalyst for human-centered transformation, where technology amplifies human potential rather than merely replacing tasks. Learn about redesigning work to blend human skills such as creativity, empathy, and judgment with AI’s speed, promoting "super-workers" and higher-performing, resilient teams.

10:40 AM - 11:10 AM CET

Networking Break and Challenge Overview

10:40 AM - 11:10 AM CET

Networking Break and Challenge Overview

11:10 AM - 12:30 PM CET

Challenge 1 - Track I (AM). Discussion: Enhancing the Strategi…
How can AI be leveraged to enhance the strategic value of HR? Can AI generate jobs, the right hires, … More

11:10 AM - 12:30 PM CET

Challenge 1 - Track I (AM). Discussion: Enhancing the Strategic Voice and Value of HR

How can AI be leveraged to enhance the strategic value of HR? Can AI generate jobs, the right hires, people development, and not just job losses? We’ll explore how organizations can use GenAI to boost HR’s strategic capabilities in innovation, product development, and problem-solving. Learn about new research that identifies how HR leaders can have the greatest potential impact on their organizations.

11:10 AM - 12:30 PM CET

Challenge 1 - Track II (AM). Discussion: Developing Leadership…
AI adoption requires a shift in company culture, and it also changes company culture. It requires pe … More

11:10 AM - 12:30 PM CET

Challenge 1 - Track II (AM). Discussion: Developing Leadership Intelligence and Mindset for Future Performance

AI adoption requires a shift in company culture, and it also changes company culture. It requires people to behave differently, and it changes what counts as expertise, who has authority, how people meet and interact. In this session we will explore how organisations are approaching the culture change challenge required for successful AI adoption.

11:10 AM - 12:30 PM CET

Challenge 1 - Track III (AM). Discussion: The Evolving Leaders…
In this session, we'll explore how AI can be used to create more inclusive cultures and leadership. … More

11:10 AM - 12:30 PM CET

Challenge 1 - Track III (AM). Discussion: The Evolving Leadership and Culture Landscape: What’s Next?

In this session, we'll explore how AI can be used to create more inclusive cultures and leadership. Learn how inclusive leadership coaching can be scaled and how to recognize and mitigate bias in AI systems. Discuss how AI tools can be used to enhance inclusion and build trust, transparency and talent in the age of AI.

12:30 PM - 01:30 PM CET

Lunch and Networking

12:30 PM - 01:30 PM CET

Lunch and Networking

01:30 PM - 02:50 PM CET

Challenge 2 - Track I (PM). Discussion: Workforce Planning Dis…
Large organizations must embrace change and new planning and alignment practices to stay agile and e … More

01:30 PM - 02:50 PM CET

Challenge 2 - Track I (PM). Discussion: Workforce Planning Disrupted

Large organizations must embrace change and new planning and alignment practices to stay agile and embed AI in their practices and processes. We’ll discuss how to stay abreast of business strategy, advances in AI technology, and align talent planning practice to transform the organization in real time, and adjust to future needs.

01:30 PM - 02:50 PM CET

Challenge 2 - Track II (PM). Discussion: Upskilling, Coaching,…
From pilots to scale its about getting it done. We’ll share how learning leaders and organizations a … More

01:30 PM - 02:50 PM CET

Challenge 2 - Track II (PM). Discussion: Upskilling, Coaching, and Reskilling at Scale

From pilots to scale its about getting it done. We’ll share how learning leaders and organizations are investing in learning and people to build the future of work. What are the keys to success with learning at scale? Where are the risks and rat holes to avoid?

01:30 PM - 02:50 PM CET

Challenge 2 - Track III (PM). Discussion: Beyond Skills and Te…
What will it take to create an AI-powered workforce? While investment in tech and programs is import … More

01:30 PM - 02:50 PM CET

Challenge 2 - Track III (PM). Discussion: Beyond Skills and Tech to a Sustainable Workforce: AI-Powered People

What will it take to create an AI-powered workforce? While investment in tech and programs is important, how do we leverage and invest in the power of people to innovate, build value, and create the winning future through AI? Will AI eliminate jobs or create a jobs’ future? Where do we need to invest now – and develop now - to create a people enabled future.

02:50 PM - 03:20 PM CET

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03:20 PM - 04:40 PM CET

Challenge 3 - Track I (PM). Discussion: AI Transformation: Str…
As AI continues to disrupt traditional business strategy and structure, organizations will need to t … More

03:20 PM - 04:40 PM CET

Challenge 3 - Track I (PM). Discussion: AI Transformation: Strategy, Structure, and Workforce Sustainability

As AI continues to disrupt traditional business strategy and structure, organizations will need to transform their systems to drive new value and tap human potential. Learn about and discuss ways that you can build value through AI and workforce transformation.

03:20 PM - 04:40 PM CET

Challenge 3 - Track II (PM). Discussion: AI Impact on Performa…
AI is fundamentally transforming how organizations measure performance, allocate rewards, and motiva … More

03:20 PM - 04:40 PM CET

Challenge 3 - Track II (PM). Discussion: AI Impact on Performance and Reward Programs, Tools and Operating Models

AI is fundamentally transforming how organizations measure performance, allocate rewards, and motivate employees. Instead of episodic, manager-driven processes, companies are moving toward continuous, data-driven, and personalized systems with both significant benefits and material risks.

03:20 PM - 04:40 PM CET

Challenge 3 - Track III (PM). Discussion: The Digital HR Orga…
Large global organizations are deploying AI and GenAI across HR at scale. The harder questions are n … More

03:20 PM - 04:40 PM CET

Challenge 3 - Track III (PM). Discussion: The Digital HR Organization: Beyond Productivity – Governing What You’ve Built

Large global organizations are deploying AI and GenAI across HR at scale. The harder questions are now coming into focus: Are you measuring the right outcomes for HR, for the business, and for HR customers? Do you have the governance infrastructure to defend the decisions your systems are making? And does HR truly own its own digital agenda? Through peer case studies and structured discussion, council members will examine the decision points and trade-offs that separate good digital HR execution from great.

04:40 PM - 04:50 PM CET

Return to Plenary: So Now What?

04:40 PM - 04:50 PM CET

Return to Plenary: So Now What?

05:00 PM - 05:25 PM CET

Closing Keynote: Turning Insights into Actions and Outcomes in…
In our final inspirational keynote, we’ll share insights on how to make workplaces more HUMAN throug … More

05:00 PM - 05:25 PM CET

Closing Keynote: Turning Insights into Actions and Outcomes in a Human-Focused Europe

In our final inspirational keynote, we’ll share insights on how to make workplaces more HUMAN through the power of experiential learning and development. Learn how to connect People & Performance, Culture & Change, and Brand Storytelling to drive new behavior – and a new positive future for Europe.

05:25 PM - 05:35 PM CET

Closing Reflections: The Choices Ahead
Bringing together the insights, debates, and perspectives shared throughout the day, this closing reflection synthesizes key theme … More

05:25 PM - 05:35 PM CET

Closing Reflections: The Choices Ahead

Bringing together the insights, debates, and perspectives shared throughout the day, this closing reflection synthesizes key themes into clear strategic actions. Dr Max McKeown unites strategy and culture to answer the day's final question: How do we convert raw AI potential into scalable reality? Leaders will leave with a clear focus on nurturing their strategic selves and turning fragile "idea babies" into high-impact "idea sharks" to win in the era of Superadaptability.

05:35 PM - 05:40 PM CET

Discussion: Closing Conversations and Next Steps

05:35 PM - 05:40 PM CET

Discussion: Closing Conversations and Next Steps

05:40 PM - 06:10 PM CET

Connect Over Drinks & Light Bites

05:40 PM - 06:10 PM CET

Connect Over Drinks & Light Bites

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