Demmy Dumlu

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

With over ten years of leadership experience, I currently lead the People Operations across the EMEA region for KRAFTON, overseeing the HR, Talent Acquisition, and Workplace teams. I support both our publishing offices and development studios, ensuring operational alignment in a fast-paced, ever-evolving gaming environment. My expertise in change management, talent acquisition, and organizational scaling has contributed to successful regional and global initiatives. I’m particularly passionate about supporting organizations through growth and transformation, driving cultural shifts while fostering stability. I work closely with teams to strengthen employee engagement, streamline HR processes, and build resilient operational frameworks. With a deep knowledge of HR policies, compensation design, and workplace technology, I focus on enabling teams to thrive and adapt with confidence. Specialties: • Change Management • Industry experience: IT Consultancy / IT Software & Hardware / GaaS & Videogames • HR Process Analysis & Improvement • Employment Law (Netherlands and select European countries) • Payroll & Tax Regulations (Netherlands and select European countries) • Compensation & Benefits • Talent Acquisition & Retention • Training & Development • HRIS Technologies • HR Policies, Procedures & Compliance • Works Councils • Office Infrastructure (Workplace & IT)

2:00 - 2:30 pm

Thursday 20 November 2025

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.