Reflection on a Busy Year: Conferences, Challenges, and Evolving Topics

In this chapter, the speakers reflect on the fast-paced and busy year, discussing their roles in working with affiliates and speaking at conferences. They highlight the challenges and successes shared by HR professionals, and mention upcoming conferences organized by SHRM. The chapter explores various topics such as civility in the workplace, empathy's intersection with diversity and mental health, the evolving focus on artificial intelligence and managing a hybrid workforce, and the concept of work-life integration and harmony. Other topics include remote and hybrid work, workplace culture and trust, and supporting employees' health needs.