The world of HR is evolving faster than ever—and so are the skills required to succeed. As the HR function continues to transform, one critical question arises: Which skills will define the future of our profession?
Join us as we unpack exclusive insights from our research with over 13,000 HR professionals worldwide, revealing how the most essential HR skills are shifting—and what it takes to stay ahead. Discover why HR capabilities are now central to strategic transformation, how new stakeholder expectations are reshaping priorities, and what this means for capability building at every career stage.
We'll also examine the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence on the HR landscape—raising the bar for digital acumen while creating new avenues for strategic contribution and efficiency. Knowing how to develop the right skills in an AI-enabled world is becoming a must for both individual growth and organizational success.
Whether you're advancing your own HR career or guiding the development of your team, this session offers a practical, data-driven roadmap to future-proofing capabilities, increasing impact, and staying relevant in today’s digital, data-driven environment.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Understand the shifting HR skill landscape—and why it’s more important than ever.
2. Recognize how skills develop across career stages and how to support growth at every level.
3. Identify the most critical capabilities for building future-ready HR teams, including the role of AI and digital fluency.
4. Prioritize high-impact upskilling areas to enhance confidence, drive relevance, and align with business needs.
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Presenter Bio:
Dr. Marna van der Merwe is a seasoned Organizational Psychologist and Subject Matter Expert at AIHR, bringing extensive expertise in Human Resources, Organizational Effectiveness, and Strategic Talent Management. A distinguished researcher and published author, Dr. van der Merwe is a sought-after speaker at conferences, where she shares insights on talent management, experience design, and the evolving nature of careers.
She holds a PhD in Organizational Psychology, specializing in talent management and careers in the future of work, underscoring her commitment to advancing the HR profession and preparing organizations for the challenges of tomorrow. https://www.linkedin.com/in/marna-van-der-merwe/
