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International Event

Future: People & AI 2026

Leading on trust, talent, and tech

OCTOBER 13 - 14, 2026

BRUSSELS

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Leading on trust, talent, and tech

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.

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Speakers

Current Agenda

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

08:15 AM - 09:00 AM CET

Registration and Networking

09:00 AM - 09:10 AM CET

Welcome & Opening

09:10 AM - 09:20 AM CET

Event Overview & Theme Highlights

09:20 AM - 09:45 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

09:45 AM - 10:10 AM CET

Keynote: How AI Will Shape HR's Future (The Future Is Now!)
We’ll explore the opportunity and strategic value of HR in the future of work. Hear practical examples of how HR is creating busin … More

10:10 AM - 10:40 AM CET

Interactive: AI, Leadership and My Culture Journey

10:40 AM - 11:10 AM CET

Networking Break and Challenge Overview

11:10 AM - 12:30 PM CET

Challenge 1 - Track I (AM). The Evolving Leadership and Cultur…
Explore how AI, market, and labor trends are reshaping the requirements of leadership and the value … More

11:10 AM - 12:30 PM CET

Challenge 1 - Track II (AM). Enhancing the Strategic Voice and…
How can AI be leveraged to enhance the strategic value of HR? Can AI generate jobs and not just job … More

11:10 AM - 12:30 PM CET

Challenge 1 - Track III (AM). Developing Leadership Intelligen…
AI is transforming leadership and the capabilities required to lead and inspire people. Leaders must … More

12:30 PM - 01:30 PM CET

Lunch and Networking

01:30 PM - 02:50 PM CET

Challenge 2 - Track I (PM). Workforce Planning Disrupted
Large organizations must embrace change and new planning and alignment practices to stay agile and embed AI in their practices and … More

01:30 PM - 02:50 PM CET

Challenge 2 - Track II (PM). Upskilling, Coaching, and Reskill…
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 III (PM). Beyond Skills and Tech to a Sust…
What will it take to create an AI-powered workforce? While investment in tech and programs is import … More

02:50 PM - 03:20 PM CET

Networking Break

03:20 PM - 04:40 PM CET

Challenge 3 - Track I (PM). AI Transformation: Strategy, Struc…

03:20 PM - 04:40 PM CET

Challenge 3 - Track II (PM). AI Impact on Performance and Rewa…

03:20 PM - 04:40 PM CET

Challenge 3 - Track III (PM). The Digital HR Organization Prod…

04:45 PM - 05:10 PM CET

Turning Insights into Actions and Outcomes in a Unified Europe

05:10 PM - 05:30 PM CET

Closing Conversations and Next Steps

05:30 PM - 06:30 PM CET

Connect Over Drinks & Light Bites
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