From Analytics to the C-Suite: Developing HR to Lead in a Data-Driven Business

With data analytics playing a more integral role in HR, today’s HR and People Analytics leaders are expected to not only leverage data to drive business strategy but also to build capabilities within their teams to do the same. This session focuses on the practical steps HR professionals can take to boost their own leadership potential and ensure their teams are data-literate and business-aligned. The panellists will share proven strategies for HR professionals to improve their business impact, gain influence, and advance their career paths towards the C-suite. Attendees will learn how to build a data-driven HR function that directly contributes to business outcomes and positions HR as a key strategic partner within their organisations.

• Developing data literacy across HR teams: practical steps and resources
• Key leadership skills HR professionals need to move from operational roles to executive leadership
• How to use data storytelling to influence senior leadership and drive strategic decisions
• Aligning People Analytics with business strategy: focusing on what really matters to the organisation
• Real-life examples of HR leaders transforming their functions through data-driven approaches
• Career strategies for HR and People Analytics professionals to advance to the C-suite.

• Learn how to foster data literacy and storytelling within HR teams to improve business impact
• Understand how to align HR’s data-driven initiatives with broader business goals
• Gain actionable career strategies for transitioning into strategic leadership roles
• Explore how data-driven HR leaders are influencing business outcomes and organisational performance
• Develop the leadership and communication skills needed to gain executive-level influence.