Central East (Ajax): HYBRID Hybrid Leading with Empathy to Drive Employee Engagement and Organizational Commitment


Date and Time

Starts:10/07/2025 5:30 PM

Ends:10/07/2025 9:00 PM

Registration Closes:09/29/2025 8:00 AM

Event Type: Professional Development

2 hours Hour(s)

Location:
Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility 2700 Audley Road Ajax, ON

Price:

HRPA Members: Free

Non-Members: IN-PERSON: $85 + tax

Non-Members: VIRTUAL: $35 + tax

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Additional Information

THIS EVENT WILL NOT BE RECORDED. REMINDER! Our cancellation policy has changed. Click here for more information.

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In today’s fast-evolving workplace, leaders face unprecedented challenges—from rising burnout and disconnection to navigating hybrid teams and shifting employee expectations. This interactive workshop, Leading with Empathy to Drive Employee Engagement and Organizational Commitment, equips leaders with the tools and mindset to meet these challenges head-on by fostering a culture of connection, collaboration, and care.

Participants will explore the critical role empathy plays in enhancing employee well-being, strengthening organizational loyalty, and driving high-performance teams. Through case studies, reflective exercises, and actionable frameworks, this session will delve into:

Recognizing and addressing signs of burnout in yourself and your team

Understanding the dynamics of the modern workplace and its impact on engagement

Building authentic connections and psychological safety across all levels

Creating a culture where collaboration thrives and individuals feel valued

Whether you're a new manager or a seasoned executive, this session offers practical insights and strategies to lead with empathy—and in doing so, cultivate a resilient, committed, and purpose-driven workforce.

Who Should Attend:
Leaders, managers, HR professionals, and anyone committed to creating healthier, more engaged workplaces. 

Develop Empathetic Leadership Skills to Strengthen Emotional Intelligence and Build High-Trust Relationships
Enhance your ability to lead with empathy by recognizing emotional cues, fostering psychological safety, and supporting employee well-being—key capabilities for effective HR leadership and coaching.

Design and Influence Engagement Strategies that Align with Business Goals
Learn how to identify drivers of employee engagement, prevent burnout, and create a culture of connection and collaboration that supports organizational performance and long-term talent retention. 

Elevate the HR Function by Leading Culture and Change as a Strategic Business Partner
Gain tools to influence leaders, shape inclusive workplace cultures, and demonstrate the business value of empathy-driven people practices that enable innovation, agility, and employee commitment.

Agenda:

5:30 PM Welcome and Networking
6:00 PM Dinner
7:00 PM Speaker Presentation
9:00 PM Event Concludes


NEW! Chapter Connectors Program - To foster connection, support, and engagement within the HRPA community, we wish to pair in-person event attendees with experienced member "Connectors". <br> <br>

NEW! Ad-hoc Volunteer Opportunities - Interested in helping as a greeter, registration desk helper, speaker support and/or runner at an upcoming in-person Chapter event. <br> <br>

For both of the above opportunities, you should check of the box during registration but you will also need to login to Volunteer with HRPA and sign up there. Thank you for volunteering to help! 

 

Registration Difficulties or Questions: Please reach out to Rebecca Lauzon, Specialist, Member Engagement at rlauzon@hrpa.ca

Speaker bio(s)
Nancy Tavares, CHRP, CHRL, VP, People & Culture

Nancy Tavares is Vice President, Head of People and Culture at Paladin Security, with expertise in talent acquisition, employee engagement, HR operations, talent management, and labour relations. She drives people strategies that align with business objectives to foster growth and a positive workplace culture. With experience across diverse industries, including fitness, property management, print, and security, Nancy is skilled in optimizing HR functions to support high-performance teams and organizational change. She has presented at conferences across Canada and the United States on HR best practices and also teaches Human Resources Management at George Brown College. Nancy holds a Master’s in HR Management, a Bachelor’s in Psychology, and the Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation. Recognized for her leadership, she was named a Top Women Leader of Toronto in 2023 and 2024 by Women We Admire.