Midwest CHRO Forum: 2026 Priorities & Predictions

The Midwest CHRO Forum convenes on February 12, 2026, for an exclusive, in-person gathering designed for senior HR leaders navigating a pivotal year ahead. Hosted by Northwestern Mutual, this peer-driven session will focus on 2026 Priorities & Predictions, exploring how CHROs are redefining organizational performance, workforce design, and leadership in an era of accelerated disruption. Grounded in research and real-world experience, the discussion will take place in a trusted, vendor-free environment that encourages candid dialogue and meaningful peer connection.

Key takeaways include:

• Clarity on the most critical enterprise workforce and leadership priorities CHROs must address in 2026
• Insight into how AI, skills-based operating models, and adaptive workforce design are reshaping organizational performance
• Guidance on shifting from reactive change management to proactive organizational architecture
• Peer-informed perspectives on how leading CHROs are aligning talent, leadership, and strategy to drive resilience and results

Meeting Details

i4cp’s Regional CHRO Forums are invite-only, in-person gatherings exclusively for local Chief Human Resource Officers. These forums are intentionally designed to be vendor- and consultant-free, creating a confidential environment to explore shared challenges, learn from research and thought leaders, and build meaningful peer relationships. To learn more or request an invitation, please contact Isabelle.Martin@i4cp.com.