A bilingual experience for HR professionals designed to create space for meaningful conversations, fresh perspectives, and strategic reflection on the evolving role of HR leadership.

Hosted in partnership with

Lead What’s Next in HR

A bilingual, half-day event to step back, connect with other HR professionals, and be inspired to think differently about what matters most in your role.

Hosted in partnership with

June 11, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM SISMIK Offices, Montreal, QC

June 11, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM | SISMIK Offices, Montreal

Today, HR professionals are being called to influence, make decisions, and lead change, yet the pace of daily demands often leaves little space to step back and reflect.

This evening is about creating that space.

Today, HR is expected to influence, make decisions, and lead change.

But in reality, many are still caught in the day-to-day, navigating constant demands and growing complexity, lacking the space to step back and think.

This evening is about creating that space.

Vanessa apporte une perspective de PDG et de niveau conseil d’administration sur ce que les organisations attendent aujourd’hui des RH et où le rôle doit évoluer.

Elle partagera pourquoi ce moment est important, ce qu’on attend des leaders RH et comment prendre une plus grande place d’influence.

Vanessa Fracheboud

Keynote

Keynote

Why this is HR’s Moment

Vanessa Fracheboud

President and Chief Executive Officer, DMV Group | Board Director, Grandio Group | Author of Food for Thought | Speaker in Strategy and Leadership

President and Chief Executive Officer, DMV Group | Board Director, Grandio Group | Author of Food for Thought | Speaker in Strategy and Leadership


Vanessa brings a CEO and board-level perspective on what organizations expect from HR today and where the role needs to evolve.

She will share why this moment matters, what is being asked of HR leaders, and how to step into greater influence.

A conversation with HR leaders on what they are seeing in their organizations, how they are leading change, and what the next chapter of HR requires.

Panel

Panel

HR Leadership in Action

HR Leadership in Action

A conversation with HR Leaders and Executives on what they are seeing in their organizations, how they are leading change, and what the next chapter of HR requires.

Renée-Claude Paris
Co-Founder & President, SISMIK

Martine Lamoureux Head of Talent & Culture, Ardene

Manuela Paoletta SVP, People & Culture, Alayacare

Facilitated by

Sally De Rosa President, HRWize

A hands-on workshop to step back, exchange with peers, and identify the priorities and actions that will make the biggest difference.

You’ll work through your own reality and leave with clear next steps.

From Reflection to Action

Interactive Workshop

Interactive Workshop

From Reflection to Action

A hands-on workshop to step back, exchange with peers, and identify the priorities and actions that will make the biggest difference.

You’ll work through your own reality and leave with clear next steps.

Christina Simanella
Founder, Sphere / HR Consultant and Leadership Coach

And to Close the Evening…

Food, Drinks and Networking!

We’ve intentionally built time at the end of the evening for connection.

Over food and drinks, you’ll have the space to continue conversations, exchange perspectives, and build relationships with other HR professionals.

Everything is taken care of so you can stay present and enjoy the moment!

Limited Spots Available!