SharedXpertise Media, LLC, parent company of HRO Today magazine, has announced its signature international event, the 2026 HRO Today Forum EMEA, scheduled for November 4–5 at the NH Collection Barcelona Gran Hotel Calderón in Barcelona. The forum will gather HR executives from Europe, Africa, and the Middle East for a comprehensive agenda featuring HRD interviews, panel discussions on best practices, think tank sessions on key current topics, and the annual Awards Gala.
This year's theme, “H(R)evolution,” highlights the changing nature of the business landscape, with a focus on how HR leaders can navigate rapid workforce transformations. The event aims to provide networking opportunities, engaging panels, and thoughtful conversations designed to help attendees elevate their work. “Today’s workforce is changing at a light-speed pace and savvy HR executives are leveraging AI in workforce management and to engage and retain top performers,” the organizers noted, underscoring the critical role of artificial intelligence in modern HR strategies.
The forum will welcome leaders from across the region to attend and network with peers from different countries, sharing professional insights. A key highlight will be the Awards Gala, among the industry’s best-known and most prestigious events, which brings together inspirational innovators and thought leaders. The gala will shine a spotlight on HR leaders from across the region for exemplary work, celebrating finalists and winners for HRD of the Year and Talent Acquisition Team of the Year.
For HR executives and business leaders, this event offers a unique opportunity to understand how AI is reshaping workforce management and retention. The implications are significant: as AI tools become more integrated into HR processes, organizations that adapt quickly may gain a competitive edge in attracting and retaining top talent. The forum's focus on best practices and think tank sessions will provide actionable insights for attendees to implement in their own organizations.
The event also underscores the growing importance of regional collaboration in HR. By bringing together leaders from diverse markets, the forum facilitates cross-border knowledge exchange that can drive innovation in talent management. For the industry, the recognition of HRD of the Year and TA Team of the Year sets benchmarks for excellence, encouraging continuous improvement.
For more information on sponsors, VIP guests, speakers, and the agenda, visit https://www.hrotoday.com/hro-today-emea-forum/.
