HR Leadership roundtable

Event Overview

Investing in employee development demonstrates a commitment to growth, fosters increased engagement, and boosts satisfaction and loyalty. Investing in your workforce can contribute to continuity and stability, while actively nurture the development of future leaders prepared to address the challenges of tomorrow.

The University of Ottawa's Professional Development Institute is dedicated to helping HR professionals build an adaptable learning organization and develop a workforce that excels in productivity. Join us for an interactive roundtable and networking lunch, where we will explore how you can play a pivotal role to empower your organization, foster purpose in staff contributions, enhance performance, and achieve strategic goals. Discover how continuous learning can become a cornerstone of your organization’s performance improvement strategy.

Objective

This instructor-led roundtable will provide a supportive environment for HR leaders to share their concerns about enhancing organizational resilience.

At the end of the session, participants will have a greater understanding of:

  • The evolving and expanded role of HR professionals in driving organizational excellence and strategic growth.
  • Effective strategies for enhancing staff performance, focusing on the critical role of employee professional development.
  • How to leverage professional development as a key tool for attracting, retaining, and motivating top talent.
  • HR’s crucial impact in achieving and measuring key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive organizational success.
  • The growing influence of HR beyond traditional policies and procedures, shaping company culture and leadership.

Location

 

Event Speakers:

 

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Houda Jawhar, Senior Manager, Business Development and Organizational Transformation, uOttawa Professional Development Institute

Houda Jawhar brings over a decade of experience in instructional design, performance consulting, and business development. She has led transformative initiatives in both academic and corporate environments, focusing on performance gap analysis, customized learning solutions, and strategic partnerships. At uOttawa PDI, Houda drives business development efforts, helping organizations grow through tailored professional development programs. With a versatile background spanning healthcare, education, business, and technology, she excels at using data-driven insights and innovative technologies to create impactful, results-oriented professional development solutions aligned with client goals and KPIs.

 

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Mallory Scott, Human Resources Consultant 

Mallory Scott is a strategic Human Resources leader with extensive experience spanning professional services, not-for-profit organizations, and start-ups. As a seasoned HR generalist, she brings a comprehensive understanding of all facets of human resources, with a steadfast commitment to driving organizational excellence through an exceptional employee experience.

 

 March 27, 2025

 10 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Register

 Free

 Desmarais, 55 Laurier Ave East, 12th floor