Agenda
7:30 AM – 8:00 AM Breakfast and Networking (IN-PERSON ONLY)
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Keynote Presentation by Lydia Di Francesco (LIVE STREAM)
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Humans of HRPA: Real Stories, Real Leaders (IN-PERSON ONLY)
Hear from HR professionals as they share their career journeys, leadership experiences, and insights on workplace culture, belonging, and the future of work.
PART 1 | An HR Professional’s Guide to Addressing Organizational Risk Factors for Burnout
In today's organizations, burnout is a growing workforce challenge with real consequences for employee health, retention, and organizational performance. In this workshop, we’ll examine the shared responsibility of burnout prevention with a special focus on HR’s unique position to drive systemic, organizational change. You’ll explore the internal organizational risk factors—policies, structures, and cultural conditions—that HR professionals are positioned to identify, influence, and redesign. Through discussions and reflective exercises, you’ll leave with practical tools, such as a burnout risk assessment, and actionable strategies for proactive intervention. If you’re ready to move beyond reactive support and take a proactive, strategic approach to burnout prevention, this session is designed for you.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Distinguish organizational-level burnout risk factors.
- Understand HR's sphere of influence on the risk factors.
- Identify one concrete policy, process, or structural recommendation to address a specific burnout risk factor identified in their own organization.
This session will help the HR professional understand how burnout is largely a systems problem rather than solely a personal-resilience issue so that they can start treating it as an organizational issue. This shift places the HR professional in a business-focused role where they are using data-informed decision-making and analysis to operate as a strategic leader in addressing the policies, processes, structures, or cultural aspects that are high risk factors for burnout within their organization.
PART 2 | HUMANS OF HRPA NORTHEAST CHAPTER
We are excited to present Humans of HRPA, an innovative event series that shines a spotlight on the untold stories of HR leaders – trailblazers who have navigated the challenges, celebrated the victories, and shaped the future of the workplace.
At the heart of Humans of HRPA is storytelling. This event features authentic, unfiltered accounts from established HR professionals who share their journeys with honesty and courage. From breaking through barriers to embracing pivotal moments of growth, these leaders authentically share their paths to success and the people who championed their rise.
In an era where human connection is more essential than ever, Humans of HRPA fosters an environment where vulnerability is a strength, and shared experiences create a ripple effect of empowerment. Attendees leave with more than just professional insights—they walk away inspired by the resilience and humanity of those who make organizations thrive.
Whether you're an HR professional, a people leader, or someone who simply loves a great story, we invite you to join us on a journey of growth, learning, and heartfelt celebration of the people behind the progress.
More details shortly on our Humans of HRPA Panelists.
Registration Difficulties or Questions: Please reach out to Tammy Williams twilliams@hrpa.ca Specialist, Member Engagement