SharedXpertise Media, publisher of HRO Today magazine and HRO Today Global, announced the winners of the annual CHRO of the Year Awards at a Gala celebration during the 2026 HRO Today Forum North America in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 13th annual awards gala was held at The Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing, where leading HR executives were recognized in categories including Small-Market, Mid-Market, Large-Market, Sustainable Workforce, Innovation, Non-Profit, and Lifetime Achievement.
The awards honor HR leaders across industries and regions, including North America and EMEA. Nominees are evaluated on criteria such as organizational culture and engagement, talent acquisition and retention, workforce transformation, leadership during change, DEI and employee experience initiatives, and measurable business outcomes tied to people strategy. Winners were bestowed their awards, while all finalists were honored as Leaders of Distinction.
The 2026 CHRO of the Year Award winners are: Small Market – Tina Campbell, Citizens First Bank; Mid-Market – Paul Gregory, Securonix, Inc.; Large Market – Jill Larsen, Synopsys; Sustainable Workforce – Rosemary Sheehan, Hartford HealthCare; and Non-Profit – Logan Carmichael, Pittsburgh Water. These individuals were selected for demonstrating exceptional leadership and driving strategic HR initiatives that yielded tangible results for their organizations.
The recognition of these CHROs underscores the critical role human resources plays in shaping business strategy. For the industry, the awards highlight best practices in areas like sustainable workforce management and innovation, offering benchmarks for other organizations. For readers, the achievements of these leaders provide insights into effective talent strategies that can enhance employee engagement and business performance. The implications extend to the broader business world, as companies increasingly rely on HR leaders to navigate change, foster inclusive cultures, and deliver measurable outcomes.
HRO Today and HRO Today Global, properties of SharedXpertise Media, reach senior-level HR decision-makers through magazines, web portals, research, e-newsletters, events, and social networks. The Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings, also produced by SharedXpertise, are a key resource for HR leaders when selecting service providers. The CHRO of the Year Awards serve to celebrate those who set the standard for excellence in human resources leadership.
