In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, CHROs are no longer just stewards of talent and culture. They are catalysts for growth, transformation, and organizational reinvention. But all organizations face obstacles that stall growth, many of which are unseen barriers, unspoken assumptions, misaligned priorities, and siloed behaviors.
In this fireside chat, Jim Link, CHRO of SHRM, and Bob Rothman, President of Gap International will have a candid conversation on what it takes for HR leaders to identify those barriers and drive breakthrough performance. Together, they will explore how CHROs can embrace bold strategies, challenge assumptions, and lead their organizations to achieve ambitious outcomes.
From cultivating resilience and agility, to aligning people strategy with business transformation, attendees will gain fresh insights and actionable takeaways to elevate their leadership impact and accelerate organizational growth.
Meet the Presenters
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Bob Rothman
With over three decades of experience at Gap International, Bob Rothman has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s growth and operational success. As a key leader, Mr. Rothman is accountable for all aspects of the business, ensuring that strategic objectives are effectively implemented and that the organization continues to evolve and thrive on a global scale.
As a trusted consultant, Mr. Rothman partners with CEOs and C-suite executives in large, multinational organizations, guiding them through breakthrough growth initiatives and performance transformations. His expertise lies in developing and executing sustainable growth strategies that drive measurable results. He is also a seasoned designer and facilitator of high-impact, enterprise-wide leadership programs, including custom-designed conferences that promote profound mindset shifts and inspire breakthrough actions across organizations.
Mr. Rothman is a sought-after speaker at corporate meetings and business events, where he shares his insights on topics such as breakthrough thinking, high-performance leadership, and organizational transformation.
Throughout his career, Mr. Rothman has demonstrated an exceptional ability to help organizations navigate complex challenges and achieve transformational results. Notably, he played a key role in advising Owens Corning’s leadership team through a period of financial distress, including bankruptcy recovery. His work helped revitalize the company’s leadership and culture, empowering them to rise stronger and more resilient.
A passionate advocate for leadership development, Mr. Rothman emphasizes the importance of mindset and personal accountability in achieving success. He encourages leaders to move beyond the limitations of their circumstances and embrace their power to shape the future of their organizations.
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Jim Link, CHRO, SHRM-SCP
Jim Link is the Chief Human Resources Officer for SHRM. With more than 340,000 members around the world, SHRM is the largest HR professional association in the world and the leading voice for matters related to workers and the workplace. Prior to joining SHRM, Link’s career included roles of increasing responsibility across a variety of industries and companies including General Electric, the Pillsbury Company, Porsche Cars, and Randstad. While at Randstad North America, he led a global team of 150 HR professionals who were instrumental in transforming the company into an award-winning, inclusive, and sustainable global leader.
Link consistently demonstrates dynamic and visionary thought leadership with a variety of presentations focusing on the interconnection between effective human capital management and business results. Using a data-driven, story-telling approach with his audiences, Link’s presentations weave together insights gleaned from a variety of sources to address the rapid and necessary changes required for tomorrow’s leaders to succeed. Typical topics Link addresses include the future of HR, global workforce dynamics, workplace evolution, emerging leadership trends, tech readiness, culture, employee and organization wellbeing, as well as entrepreneurship and innovation.
Link has graced stages across diverse geographical landscapes, sharing his expertise with audiences in North America, India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. As a sought-after speaker on the international stage, his insightful presentations delve into critical aspects of the contemporary workplace, including but not limited to inclusion, employee experience and engagement, organizational culture, benefits strategies, and mental health advocacy. His compelling discussions not only showcase his depth of knowledge but also reflect his commitment to driving positive change in society and business through the lens of empathy and civility. His ability to translate complex ideas into manageable outcomes, coupled with his passion for fostering inclusive and thriving workplace environments, positions him as a thought leader who leaves a lasting impact on audiences across the globe.
SHRM certification has approved this webinar for 1 PDC toward SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification. A program code will be provided at the end of the webinar.