Chris Heemskerk @ Global HR Summit, Istanbul 2025

Thank you, beautiful Istanbul! 🇹🇷 🕌

Grateful for the invitation by Global HR Summit & Exhibition to speak about driving a robust innovation culture in organizations, and to connect with the fantastic community.

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The HR Summit & Exhibition is an annual event that brings together over 1,700 HR leaders and innovators from around the world.In special, thanks for the warm welcome and wonderful hospitality from: Seda Mızraklı Ferik, Aycan Ferik, Ceren Akkaya, Eyup Nazif SEVİM and KREA M.I.C.E., which are all valuable introductions made by my dear friend Dr. Huseyin GulerI’m grateful to have shared space with great minds, including:Ben Keene thank you for holding the whole event together with humor, competence and care. Dave Ulrich, touching on important topics such as the AI maturity ladder in context of HR. Ivan Palomino who reminded us of the behavioral science behind real culture changeAmale Ghalbouni and the 4 C's of building an Experimental Culture Toolkit Matt Burns about owning the AI narrative, building trust - as well as showing us how to craft the AI business case for HR. Navid Nazemian, PCC sharing his valuable learnings about the importance of well-executed executive transitions (thank you for the signed book!) Matt Phelan teaching us about creating a positive and productive work environment, and transforming company culture through employee happinessFlorin Petrescu sharing valuable insights on AI & Human-Led LeadershipDr Hamira Riaz showing us the potential through neuroscience, and closing the gaps between business strategy and people strategyNot to forget the great conversations with Azade CerkezogluAhmet AkınOliver LathamJunaid KamalSadia IrfanRaman BhattAngelique Slob and many more!

Until next time, Istanbul! ❤️

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