8:00 am Registration & Networking
9:00 am What it Takes to Make a LEAP a Reality
9:10 am Chair’s Opening Remarks
Integrating AI to Streamline HR & Boost Workforce Engagement in Energy
9:20 am Panel: Exploring AI in HR for More Efficient Processes & Employee Engagement in the Energy Industry
Synopsis
- In what ways are energy companies utilizing AI to optimize performance management, employee engagement, and other HR processes, and what initial outcomes have been most promising?
- What obstacles have you faced in incorporating AI, and how can organizations overcome these challenges as they begin to implement AI?
- As AI technology evolves, what guidelines and best practices should HR leaders adopt to ensure responsible and impactful use of these tools?
10:00 am Discover: Leveraging AI to Revolutionize Talent Acquisition, Enhance Efficiency, & Drive Cost Savings
Synopsis
- Addressing inefficiencies in traditional hiring, such as lengthy sourcing times and slow recruitment cycles, intensified by competitive labor markets
- Exploring how AI technology improves talent acquisition by lightening recruiter workloads, improving candidate quality, and solving persistent industry challenges
- Discovering how Huntsman leveraged AI tools to enhance efficiency, minimize reliance on agencies, and achieve faster, more cost-effective hiring processes
10:20 am Develop: How Can HR Leaders Transform Talent Acquisition with AI for Greater Efficiency & Cost Savings?
Synopsis
Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Focus Day Chair
- What approaches can help organizations tackle inefficiencies in sourcing and recruitment timelines?
- How can AI-driven tools enhance hiring processes, elevate candidate quality, and solve persistent recruitment challenges?
- What best practices can organizations implement to achieve faster, more efficient, and cost-effective hiring through AI?
10:30 am Action: How Can You Harness AI in HR to Transform Processes & Drive Employee Engagement?
Synopsis
- How can AI-powered tools support workforce planning in the energy sector, especially in predicting skills gaps and aligning training with future industry demands?
- What strategies can HR leaders adopt to integrate AI into existing systems without disrupting employee workflows or diminishing the human element in HR practices?
- How can energy companies measure the ROI of AI initiatives in HR, ensuring these tools drive meaningful improvements in retention, engagement, and productivity?
10:50 am Speed Networking Break
Driving Cultural Alignment & Values-Based Leadership in Energy
11:30 am Discover: Building a Unified Future by Integrating Diverse Cultures & Approaches in Energy Transition
Synopsis
- Navigating the differences between structured, risk-aware practices and a fast-paced, innovative mindset to create a unified approach
- Developing tailored solutions in key areas like rewards, governance, communication, and organizational design to balance flexibility with structure
- Leveraging BP’s expertise and scale alongside Lightsource BP’s creativity and agility to deliver on ambitious renewable energy and decarbonization targets
11:50 am Develop: How Can Companies Align Leadership Styles & Cultures to Drive Energy Transformation?
Synopsis
Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Focus Day Chair
- What strategies can organizations use to foster collaboration between teams with structured, risk-aware approaches and those driven by fast-paced innovation?
- How can organizations design governance and communication frameworks that encourage alignment while respecting the strengths of diverse operational styles?
- How can leadership teams craft reward systems and cultural integration initiatives that motivate teams to work toward a unified vision?
12:10 pm Action: How Can You Cultivate Leadership Commitment & Team Collaboration in Times of Change?
Synopsis
- How can organizations develop leadership capabilities at every level to effectively champion cultural change and sustain employee engagement?
- What methods can be used to maintain a balance between operational efficiency and the innovative mindset needed to drive transformation in the energy sector?
12:30 pm Lunch
Building Leadership & Career Growth for Stronger Employee Engagement
1:30 pm Discover: Investing in Leadership Development to Foster Internal Career Advancement & Boost Retention
Synopsis
- Tackle the growing issue of attrition in technical roles by investing in employee growth, aligning with evolving generational needs and expectations
- Build structured leadership development programs and clear pathways to foster loyalty, boost engagement, and respond to industry changes
- Learn from Saulsbury’s impactful Leadership Development Program and Project Manager University, showcasing how strategic investments in career growth have led to measurable retention gains
1:50 pm Discover: Empowering Employees with Engagement & Learning Programs to Drive Personal Growth & Build Loyalty
Synopsis
- Tackling the persistent challenge of employee engagement in an industry shaped by rapid technological, environmental, and cultural changes
- Highlighting how organizations are evolving their approach to transparency and leveraging employee feedback to create a more connected workforce
- Showcasing how ForeFront Power is empowering employees with standout initiatives, such as a $5,000 annual professional development allowance, alongside broader strategies to foster a learning culture
2:10 pm Develop: How Can Energy Companies Create Effective Leadership Programs to Enhance Retention & Career Progression?
Synopsis
Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Focus Day Chair
- What are the most effective strategies for developing leadership programs that not only meet the evolving needs of the industry but also align with employee career goals and expectations?
- How can clear, structured career advancement pathways be created to reduce attrition, particularly in critical technical and field roles, and foster long-term employee engagement?
- In what ways can employee feedback and transparent communication be leveraged to shape leadership development programs that are meaningful and impactful for the workforce?
2:30 pm Action: What Are You Now Going to Do Differently to Increase Communication & Culture in Your Retail Organization?
Synopsis
- What steps can energy organizations take to establish career frameworks that effectively align employee skills, career aspirations, and business objectives, ensuring mutual growth?
- How can leadership development programs be integrated with broader learning and career growth initiatives to create a cohesive and supportive employee journey?
- What tools, technology, and processes can be implemented to support internal mobility, enhance career progression, and boost retention among employees across various roles?
2:50 pm Networking Break
Transforming Energy Operations Through Leadership, Culture, & Strategic Alignment for Sustained Success
3:30 pm Discover: CITGO’s Transformation Story, Why Values are More Than Just a Poster on the Wall
Synopsis
- Embedding core values throughout operations to help align employee behavior with company goals and foster a stronger organizational culture
- Encouraging leadership at all levels and empowering middle management and employees to drive change, enhancing workforce engagement and creating a shared sense of ownership
- How CITGO leveraged a bottom-up approach with targeted focus groups to effectively translate business strategy into actionable insights and refresh company values
3:50 pm Develop: How Can Organizations Drive Transformation by Embedding Core Values & Aligning Leadership with Business Strategy?
Synopsis
Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Focus Day Chair
- How can organizations integrate core values into daily operations to ensure alignment with business goals and foster a strong, performancedriven culture?
- What approaches can leadership take at all levels to empower employees, reinforce values, and drive change across the organization?
- How can companies leverage operational efficiency initiatives, such as lean models, alongside leadership and cultural development to achieve sustained improvements in safety, performance, and employee engagement?
4:10 pm Action: How Can You Mobilize Employees & Leaders to Live Core Values During Organizational Change?
Synopsis
- How can organizations ensure core values are deeply integrated across all levels of the workforce, making them relevant to both daily operations and organizational goals?
- What strategies can leaders use at all levels to reinforce core values consistently and foster a culture of engagement during periods of transformation?
- How can companies create a sense of ownership among employees, encouraging them to hold themselves accountable for living core values in their day-to-day work?