Background
The 2026 Heads of HR Retreat is a 3-day strategic gathering designed to equip senior HR leaders with the tools, insights, and collaboration needed to lead the next era of workforce transformation. As AI and automation reshape the world of work, HR’s role as a strategic enabler is more vital than ever.

This workshop will explore the intersection of people, technology, and purpose, focusing on how HR can lead the organization through digital disruption, build resilient cultures, and unlock human potential through responsible AI adoption.

Through a mix of thought leadership, peer collaboration, and hands-on innovation, participants will co-create solutions that leverage AI to elevate employee experience, improve workforce planning, and future-proof the organization.

Workshop Objectives

1. Align HR Strategy with a Tech-Enabled Future (Develop a future-fit HR strategy that integrates AI, analytics, and emerging technologies to support business growth).

2. Build Digital and Human Leadership Capacity (Empower HR leaders to drive digital transformation while preserving the human touch in culture, coaching, and employee connection).

3. Operationalize Responsible AI in HR (Explore the use of AI tools (e.g., for recruitment, learning personalization, workforce planning) and establish guardrails to ensure ethical, bias-free applications).

4. Foster a Culture of Continuous Learning and Innovation (Position HR as a change catalyst by embedding agile mindsets, data fluency, and innovation in everyday practices).

Target Group
Heads of Human Resources from Central Banks, Ministries of Finance and Economic Planning or Planning Commissions responsible for the human resource function in the MEFMI region.