HR of Tomorrow Conference Benelux

20 November 2025, Amsterdam

About the Event

The HR of Tomorrow Conference is a global series where 100+ high-profile HR professionals from the Benelux region come to share their expertise and meet their peers. The participants include CHROs, VPs of HR, Heads of HR, and Directors from top global companies in Europe.

Why Should You Attend?

Attend our HR conference to stay abreast of the latest industry trends, engage with fellow professionals, and delve into innovative HR practices. Join us to maintain your competitive edge in the dynamic field of HR.

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Topics

Employee Engagement

Explore the critical role of employee engagement in driving organizational success and delve into the latest strategies for enhancing engagement, productivity, and the ways to measure and improve engagement levels across your organization.

Learning & Development (L&D)

Understand the evolving role of L&D in today's business environment. Our experts will highlight the importance of fostering a culture of continuous learning and the implementation of personalized and adaptive learning programs.

The Future of Work

Discover how AI is transforming HR functions and the ways organizations can leverage AI tools in recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement to create a more efficient and inclusive workplace.

The Power of People Analytics

Learn how data-driven insights are empowering HR professionals to make informed decisions, predict trends, and proactively address issues, as well as ethical considerations and best practices in data handling.

Employee Well-being

Grasp the heightened importance of mental health and overall well-being in the workplace, and how HR can implement supportive initiatives and create a culture of empathy and care.

Employee Experience (EX)

Uncover the importance of crafting an exceptional employee experience at every stage of the employee lifecycle and learn strategies for enhancing EX, from the onboarding process and career progression, to creating a supportive environment that drives employee satisfaction and retention.

Diversity and Inclusion

Explore advanced strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including inclusive recruitment practices and methods to create a more inclusive corporate culture.

HR Strategies for Global Growth

Gain insight into the complexities and best practices associated with international expansion from an HR perspective, addressing challenges of global recruitment, legal compliance, and strategies to maintain a cohesive corporate culture across borders

Talent Acquisition

Unearth the nuances of attracting, recruiting, and retaining talent in today's competitive job market and explore the realm of strategic sourcing, the power of employer branding, and the importance of providing a superior candidate experience.

Event Speakers

Niels Jansen

Head of Human Resources at LG Electronics (222k+ employees)

Julie Brown

Global Program Partner, Talent 2030 at ASML (43k+ employees)

Natalia Mikhalovskaya

HR Leader & Advisor (formerly Nebius) (1k+ employees)

Sandra Goettsch

Directeur HR People at PostNL (32k+ employees)

Demmy Dumlu

Director of People Operations EMEA at KRAFTON Inc. (3k+ employees)

Xander Berendsen

Head of People EMEA/APAC at CBRE (140k+ employees)

Komal Singh

Director & Global HR Business Partner at Vanderlande (8.5k+ employees)

Michael Collins

Area Director of Human Resources - Netherlands and Sweden at Hyatt (46k+ employees)

Marnix Hiep

Principal People Strategy Consultant at Effectory (201-500 employees)

Testimonials

Engaging Activities

Networking and 1:1 Meetings

Our event is an outstanding gathering of HR professionals from the Benelux region, reputable solution providers, and world-class experts. It’s an exceptional opportunity to expand your network in the Benelux region and Europe and discuss the best practices in the HR space.

Engaging Panel Discussions and Q&A Sessions

Interact with our panelists, ask questions, discuss your challenges, and learn how the largest companies around the world have solved problems similar to yours and how they optimize their HR processes.

Presentations

Our speakers discuss the latest trends and challenges in the HR field. The attendees can always engage in the discussion with questions and comments in the Q&A sessions.

Live Interviews

Enjoy a spontaneous and engaging discussion around one of the HR and L&D hot topics. It’s a remarkable opportunity to address new challenges in a more practical way.

Community and Benchmarking

Access an international community of 100+ high-profile HR and L&D professionals from top companies in the Benelux region. Gain insights into new cutting-edge HR strategies, and grab the chance to evaluate your accomplishments compared to your peers.

Pre/Post-Event Activities

Enhance your conference experience by signing up for exclusive pre/post-event activities brought to you by our partners. Indulge in delectable dinner, raise a glass at a cocktail party, engage in thought-provoking roundtables, or sharpen your skills at a workshop.

Event Agenda

8:00 - 9:00 am

Registration

Registration

9:00 - 9:30 am

The Talent Garden - Building a Recruitment Team and Strategies

Julie Brown

9:30 - 10:00 am

From Annual To Smart: Rethinking Our Listening Strategy

The workplace has undergone major transformations: Hybrid work models, rapid innovation, and shifting employee expectations continue to reshape how we work. Yet the way we listen to the people at the heart of these changes often remains stuck in the past. Many organizations still rely on feedback systems designed for a different era. It’s time to modernize how we listen. Move from reacting to acting, from annual surveys to smart listening. In this session, we’ll show how continuous listening helps you truly understand what employees experience, identify challenges early, and take action that leads to real impact. 
Drawing on 30 years of feedback from thousands of organizations, this talk challenges HR leaders to rethink how they listen, asking whether their people strategy is truly data-driven or just tradition-driven.  

Marnix Hiep

10:00 - 10:30 am

Rethinking Leadership Potential

In a world that often equates extroversion with leadership, introverted leaders bring a different, equally powerful approach to the table; one rooted in deep listening, thoughtful decision-making, and authentic connection. In this interview, we explore how introversion can be a strength in leadership.

Niels Jansen

10:30 - 11:30 am

Coffee Break/Networking

Coffee break/Networking session

11:30 - 12:00 pm

Growth in a Shrinking Labor Market

How to grow a knowledge-intensive business year on year in a shrinking labor market due to an aging workforce in (Western) Europe.

Xander Berendsen

12:00 - 12:30 pm

Human at the Core: Digitizing HR for Impact in a Complex Workforce within e-commerce

How do you lead large-scale HR digitization without losing the human touch? In this session, Sandra Goettsch, HR Director at PostNL, shares practical lessons from transforming HR processes across a large, diverse, and dynamic workforce. From strategic workforce planning to AI-supported talent development and recruitment. We will explore how data, technology, and robots can empower—not replace—human-centered HRM. With real-world examples from the e-commerce sector, she will show how automation, AI, and employee journeys can increase both operational efficiency and employee engagement. Attendees will gain insights into designing digital HR strategies that are scalable, inclusive, and grounded in trust.

Sandra Goettsch

12:30 - 1:30 pm

Lunch Break

Lunch break

1:30 - 2:00 pm

The Great Debate - Interactive Session

The Great Debate - Interactive Session

2:00 - 2:30 pm

Navigating Global HR Challenges: Local Norms vs. Global Policies

In today’s increasingly interconnected world, HR leaders are often tasked with implementing global policies across diverse regional landscapes. But how do we create consistency without compromising local relevance? My aim is to explore the practical and cultural challenges of working across borders with you, from navigating deeply rooted cultural expectations to managing the constraints of local legislation, labor laws, and taxation systems. Drawing from real-life scenarios and lessons learned, I would like to take a candid look at what it takes to balance global alignment with local nuance in a way that is compliant, culturally sensitive, and efficient for the business.

Demmy Dumlu

2:30 - 3:00 pm

Coffee Break/Networking

Coffee break/Networking session

3:00 - 3:30 pm

Presentation

Michael Collins

3:30 - 4:00 pm

AI & HR: The Tectonic Shift Testing Our Comfort Zone

As AI adoption accelerates, leaders must balance opportunity with empathy & accountability. Emerging risks like bias, transparency, lack of trust and workforce impact can underscore the need for disciplined management. In this conversation, we explore how to create sustainable success through empathy, transparency and responsible AI governance.

Komal Singh

4:00 pm

End of day

End of day

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HR Professionals

HR Professionals 1400€

A world-class conference
Access to an international community of 100+ high-profile HR professionals and decision-makers from top companies in Europe
Inspiring speeches and presentations
Enjoy lunch, coffee, and unlimited drinks
Participate in dynamic panel discussions
Live interviews
Ample hours for networking and relationship-building

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Vendors and Solution Providers

Vendors and  Solution Providers 2500€

A world-class conference
Access to an international community of 100+ high-profile HR professionals and decision-makers from top companies in Europe
Inspiring speeches and presentations
Enjoy lunch, coffee, and unlimited drinks
Participate in dynamic panel discussions
Live interviews
Ample hours for networking and relationship building

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Venue

Hilton Amsterdam

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