More great sessions during our 2017 IOHRM Profession Development Conference and great conversation.   

Here is a summary of the topics we discussed. 

Big Impact from Big Data: Developing a Data-Driven Culture

• Cameron Brown, Appalachian State University

• Lorin Farr, Appalachian State University

• Aimee Wood, Appalachian State University

• Dr. Shawn Bergman, Appalachian State University

Session Overview: Big data and analytics has been recognized as fundamental to an organization’s success and is consistently identified as one of top 10 Workforce Trends in recent years. Presenters will discuss strategies for developing a data-driven culture, the benefits of doing so, and the future of data analytics.

What is sustainable business and how can HR play a leading role?

• Dr. Jim Westerman, Appalachian State University

Session Overview: Sustainability is the future of business. This session will introduce key concepts of sustainable business, the potential for business sustainability initiatives to enhance a firm's competitive advantage, and the critical role human resource management can perform in supporting such initiatives.

Tips on how to manage your career after graduate school

• Stacey Hussey, Merchants Distributors

Session Overview: Managing your career is a skill that every professional needs to do in order to achieve the level of success you desire. Self-management of your career is essential, even with an advanced degree. This session will present ways to manage and plan for the career you want while providing several career-management tips based both on research literature and professional experience.

HR Insights; What's hot, what's not

• Amanda Hutchins, Biologics

• Kristen Kaufmann,VT Group

• Elma Lloyd, AXA US

• Cynthia Miller, Carolina West Wireless

Session Overview: Industry experts will share their perspectives on the current and emerging trends in Human Resources and related fields. Panelists are involved in a variety of industries will share their knowledge, experiences, and expertise to answer questions in an open panel discussion.