The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) has announced the speakers for the first-ever Disrupt HR Northern Kentucky event, featuring fast, high-energy presentations designed to provoke new ways of thinking and spark fresh ideas in the field of human resources. The format encourages bold perspectives on talent, leadership, and workplace culture.
The event is scheduled for 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, in Griffin Hall at Northern Kentucky University. Fourteen speakers will have five minutes each and 20 PowerPoint slides to present about any topic that is relevant to the world of work. With different industry and career backgrounds – some of which don’t include HR – attendees will hear a variety of perspectives on talent that can often get lost in the traditional realm of human resources.
“DisruptHR Northern Kentucky is the perfect way to break the mold and empower HR professionals to think about talent and leadership in a way that they likely never have before,” said Nancy Spivey, vice president of talent strategies at the NKY Chamber. “The world of talent and leadership is always evolving, and we are excited to continue pushing forward and providing Northern Kentucky’s business community with an opportunity to learn from peers – both in and outside of the HR industry.”
Scheduled speakers and presentations include:
– I Can Make Data Entertaining – Dr. Dan Cahill, Principal, HSD Metrics
– HR, You Can’t Do It All – Christie Engler, Owner, HR Consultant, New Day HR LLC
– It’s Not a Talent Shortage, It’s a Leadership Void – Jonathan Brooks, CEO, Warehouse on Wheels
– Transforming HR in Higher Education: Policies, Ethics, and the Leadership Frameworks Guiding Change – Jessica Palatka, VP & CHRO, Miami University
– What NOT To Do During a Company Crisis – Rene Normand, VPHR, DeanHouston, Inc.
– Culture Shift: How To Build a Firm People Never Want to Leave – Christopher Pavese, PE, CPM, CSP, MCLP, Principal, Gemba Services
– Mindshift: Unleashing Bold Creativity in Leadership – Kareem Simpson, Founder, Chief Imagination Officer, SparkLight Creates
– The Human Element Advantage: Micro-Practices That Transform Teams in 5 Minutes a Day – Leighann Rechtin, Faculty, Learning & Engagement, NKU & Talent Magnet Institute
– Civility In the Workplace: Why You Should Care – Mark Nagy, Chief Research & Behavioral Officer, Wendal, Inc.
– Hey HR! Don’t Lose Sight of Our Impact – Cathleen Snider, Director of Training & Development, Clark Schaefer Strategic HR
– Most of What We Buy Comes with A Review, So Why Shouldn’t Your Doctor Too? – Matt Richard, Vice President, Alliant Insurance Services, Inc.
– Stop Calling it Soft Skills…They’re the Hardest Part of Leadership! – Meghan Hensley, SHRM-SCP, VP of Talent & Culture, Beech Acres Parenting Center
– Don’t Let Your “TOO” Define “YOU” – Gary Mertz, Founding Partner, Cardinal Compensation & Performance Consulting
– HR Like a Hippie!! – Steve Browne, Chief People Officer, LaRosa’s, Inc.
Now in over 170 communities in 32 countries, DisruptHR is an information exchange designed to energize, inform, and empower people to share ideas about improving work.
“A mission of the NKY Chamber’s HR100 committee is to advance the future of work and talent, and DisruptHR Northern Kentucky provides a prime opportunity to do just that,” said David Noe, HR Manager at Payroll Partners and chair of the NKY Chamber’s HR 100 Committee. “With this event we are establishing a new foundation for work in HR that we hope will energize and inspire local leaders and professionals as they continue to steer the always changing direction of work and talent.”
Tickets are $30 for NKY Chamber members, $40 for non-members, $20 for NKYP members, and free with the NKYP Event Pass. To register or for more information, visit NKYChamber.com/Events.
Host sponsor is Northern Kentucky University. Beverage sponsors are Alliant and McGohan Brabender. Reception sponsors are Payroll Partners and Talent Magnet Institute/Centennial. Production sponsor is The Kable Group. Media sponsor is LINK nky. Event sponsors are Clark Schaefer Strategic HR and MRA.
