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10th Annual HR Strategy, Organization & Culture Summit.

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2026 Partners

Welcome to the HR World Summit

After a landmark gathering in Lisbon, we return to Porto in 2026 again with a deeper question at heart: what does it mean to lead with soul in an age of algorithms, ambiguity, and constant change?

At a time when AI reshapes decisions, analytics drives strategy, and the boundaries of work are redrawn by technology, HR finds itself not just adapting – but architecting the future. In Porto, we come together to explore the deeper dimension behind that change: the human spirit and soul of organizations.
Across two days of unfiltered dialogue, we’ll dive into what it truly takes to build purpose-driven cultures, nurture leadership with integrity, and create workplaces where people don’t just perform – but flourish.
From ethical AI and People Analytics to creating thriving culture and talent strategies and molding the next generation of leaders, this summit is where complexity meets clarity, and action begins.This isn’t about trends – it’s about transformation.

Join us as we connect strategy to humanity, technology to trust, and leadership to legacy. Let’s ask braver questions, spark courageous conversations, and shape the kind of work, and world we believe in.

26-27 May

Alfandega Congress Center

Porto, Portugal

The Summit at a Glance

Senior HR leaders
and Practitioners

World-Class
Speakers

Insightful
Masterclasses

Elective Track
Sessions

Days of Inspiration
and Learning

Speakers

Hear from global thought leaders and senior experts from world class organizations.

Stan Slap is the founder and president of SLAP

Stan Slap

CEO - SLAP

Jolanda Grob

Chief People Officer - ZURICH INSURANCE

Phil Le-Brun

Harvard author - “The Octopus Organization”

Max Hunter - Chief Joy Officer & Founder at MOTIVATORS@WORK

Max Hunter

Chief Joy Officer & Founder - MOTIVATORS@WORK

Christine Kirbach - Chief Human Resources Officer at Elektrobit

Christine Kirbach

Chief Human Resources Officer - ELEKTROBIT

Mark van Bijsterveld - Speaker at HR World Summit

Mark van Bijsterveld

Chief People Officer & Member of the Executive Committee - SOLVAY

Uzair Qadeer

Chief People Officer - BBC

Severine Riviere-Gerstner - Speaker at HR World Summit

Severine Riviere-Gerstner

Chief People Officer - SPORTRADAR

Teresa Coelho - Speaker at HR World Summit

Teresa Coelho

Global People and Sustainability Officer - ACCUMIN

Edson Barreto

Chief Human Resources Officer - DEGAS

Inga Staniune

CHRO - AVIA SOLUTIONS GROUP

Johanna Hummer - Speaker at HR World Summit

Johanna Hummer

VP, Global Head of People Success - OPELLA

Prof. (Dr.) R. P. Banerjee

Chairman and Director - EIILM-KOLKATA

Job van Merendonk

Co-Founder -  CIRCYOULAR

Cees de Groot

Director Marketing & business Development Benelux - SMURFIT WESTROCK

Anna Pawlowicz

CEO and Founder - HUMANKIND

Njabulo Mashigo

Executive Director HR - VODACOM SA

Alfonso Merino -Speaker at HR World Summit in Porto

Alfonso Merino

Global Chief HR Officer - GA

Alexandra Eichberger - Speaker at HR World Summit

Alexandra Eichberger

Head of Group People Development & Culture - ERSTE GROUP

Jochen Baumeister - Speaker at HR World Summit

Jochen Baumeister

Global Head of Behavioral Science & Data Science/AI - SANDOZ

Mark Agnew - Discover his expert insights on resilience and teamwork

Mark Agnew

2x World First Record Setter, Resilience & Team Cohesion Expert

Jason Bloomfield - Speaker at HR World Summit

Jason Bloomfield

Global Head of People Change & TA Transformation - ERICSSON

Hanna Grasso - Speaker at HR World Summit

Hanna Grasso

EVP HR & Communications - BEIJER REF

Andy Storch

Keynote Speaker and Facilitator, Talent Development Podcast & Community Host

Aparna Ballakur - Speaker at HR World Summit

Aparna Ballakur

CHRO - KIWI.COM

Amanda Austin

Adjunct Professor - SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY

Jochen Brenner - Vice President Human Resources Procter & Gamble

Jochen Brenner

Vice President Human Resources - PROCTER & GAMBLE

Alize Hofmeester -International expert in Business Agility & Founder TWINXTER

Alize Hofmeester

International expert in Business Agility & Founder - TWINXTER

Vincent Dupuis

Vincent Dupuis

VP HR Digital & AI - AIRBUS

Prof. Bryan Cassady

AI Entrepreneur, International Speaker, Author

Stan Slap is the founder and president of SLAP

Stan Slap

CEO - SLAP

Jolanda Grob

Chief People Officer - ZURICH INSURANCE

Phil Le-Brun

Harvard author - “The Octopus Organization”

Max Hunter - Chief Joy Officer & Founder at MOTIVATORS@WORK

Max Hunter

Chief Joy Officer & Founder - MOTIVATORS@WORK

All Speakers

2026 Agenda - What to Expect

Two packed days of inspiring sessions, practical workshops, and future-ready HR trends.

For HR Leaders &
Teams

Shape the Future of Your Organization People
Strategy in Two Powerful Days

The HR World Summit is your annual opportunity to step away from daily pressures and gain fresh perspective, inspiration, and tools to lead transformation in your organization. Here’s what’s in store for you and your team:

  • Learn from global thought leaders and peer organizations tackling similar HR challenges.
  • Explore practical case studies on AI, leadership, EX, culture, skills, talent strategy and many more!
  • Join interactive workshops and masterclasses designed to accelerate team capability.
  • Build your internal roadmap for future-ready, human-centered HR.
Whether you lead Talent, L&D, Culture, or Business Partnering — the Summit helps HR teams reset, realign, and return with actionable insight.
Check Out The Agenda

For HR Leaders &
Teams

Shape the Future of Your Organization People
Strategy in Two Powerful Days

The HR World Summit is your annual opportunity to step away from daily pressures and gain fresh perspective, inspiration, and tools to lead transformation in your organization. Here’s what’s in store for you and your team:
  • Learn from global thought leaders and peer organizations tackling similar HR challenges.
  • Explore practical case studies on AI, leadership, EX, culture, skills, talent strategy and many more!
  • Join interactive workshops and masterclasses designed to accelerate team capability.
  • Build your internal roadmap for future-ready, human-centered HR.
Whether you lead Talent, L&D, Culture, or Business Partnering — the Summit helps HR teams reset, realign, and return with actionable insight.
Check Out The Agenda

For HR Solution
Providers

Connect with the Decision-Makers Who Shape HR Strategy

The HR World Summit brings together an exclusive audience of senior HR leaders, including CHROs, CPOs, and their C-1 teams, making it one of the most strategic opportunities in Europe and beyond to build brand visibility, pipeline, and influence.As a participating solution provider, you’ll benefit from:
  • Face-to-face interaction with hard-to-reach budget-holders actively looking for HR innovation (80% C or C-1 level).
  • Make impactful connections in curated networking sessions, hosted lunches, and invite-only dinners.
  • Stage presence through thought leadership sessions, showcases, or product demos.
  • A platform to build meaningful relationships, not just badge scans.
Whether your focus is HR tech, consulting, wellbeing, or talent solutions — this is where conversations begin and deals take shape.
Become a Sponsor

For HR Solution
Providers

Connect with the Decision-Makers Who Shape HR Strategy

The HR World Summit brings together an exclusive audience of senior HR leaders, including CHROs, CPOs, and their C-1 teams, making it one of the most strategic opportunities in Europe and beyond to build brand visibility, pipeline, and influence.As a participating solution provider, you’ll benefit from:
  • Face-to-face interaction with hard-to-reach budget-holders actively looking for HR innovation (80% C or C-1 level).
  • Make impactful connections in curated networking sessions, hosted lunches, and invite-only dinners.
  • Stage presence through thought leadership sessions, showcases, or product demos.
  • A platform to build meaningful relationships, not just badge scans.
Whether your focus is HR tech, consulting, wellbeing, or talent solutions — this is where conversations begin and deals take shape.
Become a Sponsor

Sponsors & Partners

Former Sponsors & Partners

Experiences

Shaping the future of work since 2016

Check out the summary videos of former
events

Past attendees Say

Hear from past attendees what makes the HR World Summit a must attend event.

“The HR World Summit offered incredible inspiration—from job purposing to AI and leadership. Launching the HR Manifesto for Flourishing at Work was a true highlight.”

Otti Vogt

Co-Founder, Global Society for Good Leadership

“Every session at the HR World Summit was thought-provoking and enriching. A powerful reminder of the value of continuous learning and collaboration in HR.”

Cüneyt Belber

Global HR Business Partner – Technology, Vodafone

“The HR World Summit was a wonderful platform for inspiration, connection, and sharing ideas with HR peers across Europe.”

Garima Srivastava

VP – Global Head of Talent Acquisition, Takeda

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