For CHROs, 2025 is shaping up to be the year of tough choices—and big opportunities. At the upcoming Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo 2025, HR leaders will get a crash course in redefining performance, navigating shifting skill demands, and weaving technology into the very fabric of their workforce strategies.
The event zeroes in on the central challenge of our time: how to build agile, high-performing workforces in a world where AI is changing the rules of work itself. According to Gartner, CHROs and their teams must not only adapt to constant disruption but actively architect the future of their organizations—balancing where humans excel with where automation can add the most value.
Agenda Highlights
The conference is built around eight thematic tracks, each tackling a critical dimension of modern HR:
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HR Function & Strategy – Reshaping the HR role for maximum business impact.
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Organizational Transformation & Change – Steering cultural and structural shifts.
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Talent Management, Skills & Performance – Matching people to evolving business needs.
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Employee Experience, Culture & Inclusion – Building environments where employees thrive.
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Leadership & Learning – Developing leaders for a tech-driven era.
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Recruiting & Strategic Workforce Planning – Staying ahead in the global talent race.
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Rewards & Wellbeing – Linking pay, benefits, and holistic wellness.
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HR Technology & Analytics – Making better people decisions with better data.
AI’s Defining Moment for HR
In the opening keynote, “HR’s Defining Moment – Reshaping Work to Unlock Future Value”, Gartner analysts Harsh Kundulli and Katie Sutherland will take on the question that’s keeping many CHROs up at night: Where should AI augment the workforce, and where must people remain at the core? Expect deep dives into role redesign, skill prioritization, and leadership models that can survive—and thrive—in an AI-first economy.
Tech Meets Talent
The Exhibitor Showcase promises a buffet of live demos, virtual sessions, and expert presentations from leading HR tech providers. Think of it as speed dating for HR software—only with fewer awkward silences and more predictive analytics.
Why This Matters
As competitors like SHRM, HR Tech, and Unleash expand their conference offerings, Gartner is doubling down on its strength: bridging strategic leadership insights with actionable tech guidance. In a market where HR tech adoption can make or break business agility, this event aims to give CHROs the blueprint they need to lead confidently into 2026.
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