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DisruptHR Northern Kentucky

DisruptHR Northern Kentucky

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM) (EDT)

Description

Occasionally, an event is born that shakes things up, makes us think differently, and leaves us awe inspired. That event is DisruptHR! The concept is simple teach us something but make it quick.14 speakers, 5 minutes each, and slides rotate every 15 seconds.

Now in over 170 communities in 32 countries, DisruptHR is an information exchange designed to energize, inform, and empower people to share ideas about improving work. Consider it a Think Thank for HR. If you’re an HR professional, a CEO, small business owner, tech guru, community, education, or organization leader and you have something insightful to share about talent, culture, or technology DisruptHR is your place.

Event Schedule:

4 PM - 5 PM: Registration Check-In
5 PM - 6:15 PM: Presentations (5 minutes each)

I Can Make Data Entertaining - Dr. Dan Cahill, Principal, HSD Metrics

Stop Calling It Soft Skills...They're The Hardest Part of Leadership! - Meghan Hensley, SHRM-SCP, VP of Talent & Culture, Beech Acres Parenting Center

It's Not A Talent Shortage, It's A Leadership Void - Jonathan Brooks, CEO, Warehouse on Wheels

Transforming HR In Higher Education: Policies, Ethics, And The Leadership Frameworks Guiding Change - Jessica Palatka, VP & CHRO, Miami University

What NOT To Do During A Company Crisis - Rene Normand, VPHR, DeanHouston, Inc.

The Human Element Advantage: Micro-Practices That Transform Teams In 5 Minutes A Day - Leighann Rechtin, Faculty, Learning & Engagement, NKU & Talent Magnet Institute

Culture Shift: How To Build A Firm People Never Want To Leave - Christopher Pavese, PE, CPM, CSP, MCLP, Principal, Gemba Services

Mindshift: Unleashing Bold Creativity In Leadership - Kareem Simpson, Founder, Chief Imagination Officer, SparkLight Creates

HR, You Can't Do It All - Christie Engler, Owner, HR Consultant, New Day HR LLC

Civility In The Workplace: Why You Should Care - Mark Nagy, Chief Research & Behavioral Officer, Wendal, Inc.

Hey HR! Don't Lose Sight Of Our Impact - Cathleen Snider, Director of Training & Development, Clark Schaefer Strategic HR

Most Of What We Buy Comes With A Review, So Why Shouldn't Your Doctor Too? - Matt Richard, Vice President, Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. 

Don't Let Your "TOO" Define "YOU" - Gary Mertz, Founding Partner, Cardinal Compensation & Performance Consulting


6:15 PM- 7 PM: Continued Networking






Northern Kentucky University
Griffin Hall Suite, 500 Louie B Nunn Dr
Highland Heights, KY 41099 United States

This event will take place at Northern Kentucky University in Griffin Hall at the College of Informatics

Event Contact
Nancy Spivey
(859) 426-3654
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Wednesday, July 8, 2026 (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM) (EDT)
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