Barbara Mitchell

Co-author of the Big Book of HR Columnist for HR Exchange Network

Barbara Mitchell is enthusiastic about helping organizations find, hire, engage and retain the best available talent. That’s why she began consulting after working as an HR Executive in corporations and helps a wide variety of clients with people and talent management issues. She has coauthored seven books with Cornelia Gamlem, including The Big Book of HR, They Did What? Unbelievable Tales from the Workplace and The Decisive Manager.

Day One

1:00 PM BREAKOUT ROOMS - Digital Tools Enhancing DEI and Applying the Growth Mindset to Digital Adoption

Join the breakout rooms to network and extend the conversation beyond the live chat. You'll be able to choose among the following two rooms:


BREAKOUT ROOM 1 - How can digital tools enhance DEI?  

Explore how digital tools like data analytics, AI, and collaborative platforms advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within organizations. Learn practical strategies to leverage technology for inclusive hiring, equitable performance evaluations, and diverse talent development to build a more inclusive workplace culture.


BREAKOUT ROOM 2 - How do you help employees embrace change and develop the growth mindset in times of digital transformation?  

We've got your back. We know how overwhelming the slew of new technology can be for HR professionals. You must get yourself ready for change and then bring along all the others. In this room, learn practical techniques for fostering adaptability, resilience, and continuous learning to ensure successful and sustainable organizational change.