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BREAKING: Revolutionary Council for Chief People Officers SET TO TRANSFORM Corporate Strategy!

May 14, 2025 – It’s Official: People Leaders Take Center Stage!

In a ground-shaking announcement, Workhuman® and The WSJ Leadership Institute have joined forces to unveil the first-ever Chief People Officer (CPO) Council! This isn’t just another boardroom meeting—this is a paradigm shift that catapults people leaders to the same level of importance as CEOs and CFOs, right in the heart of corporate strategy!

Unveiled at the electrifying Workhuman Live 2025 in Denver, this exclusive Council is set to gather the brightest minds in human resources from billion-dollar behemoths! As the world reels from global upheaval, it’s time for CHROs and CPOs to dominate and dictate the future of business.

KeyAnna Schmiedl, Chief Human Experience Officer at Workhuman, declared with fervor, “This Council cements what we’ve long believed: people leadership is business leadership! This isn’t merely a seat at the table; it’s a NEW table entirely!”

The Stakes Just Got Higher—Why Now?

In an era where AI, generational shifts, and social turbulence are REDEFINING how we work, the voice of Chief People Officers is more essential than ever! Today’s CPOs are wrestling with monumental questions that could change the face of business as we know it:

• What does leadership look like in the age of AI?
• How do we foster belonging in a divided world?
• What jobs will even exist in five years?

The CPO Council: Where Action Meets Influence!

This prestigious council, led by industry titans Alan Murray and Gwendolyn Bounds, promises to be more than just networking—this is a ROLLERCOASTER ride of thought leadership! Featuring exclusive summits modeled after the high-profile WSJ CEO Council and appearances at global events like Davos, it’s all about taking the discussion from theory to action!

Brace Yourselves for a New Era in Business!

Workhuman and The Wall Street Journal are REDEFINING success to center on PEOPLE. This marks a historic turning point in forging a future of work driven by human connection and unshakeable culture! Expect groundbreaking ideas, bold challenges, and a vibrant community that’s ready to reshape the corporate landscape.

Stay tuned! This CPO Council is here to ADAPT and INFLUENCE the trajectory of business in a rapidly changing world! Welcome to the future of corporate leadership—where the PEOPLE are at the helm!