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Relationships. Insight. Opportunity.

HR Executive Network Chicago

A Community for HR & People Leaders in Chicago

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What is HR Executive Network Chicago?

HR Executive Network Chicago, facilitated by Robertson Lowstuter, is a welcoming community of senior Human Resources and People Leaders committed to helping one another build meaningful careers, navigate transitions, and stay connected to the people and opportunities shaping the future of work. 
 
The Network brings together accomplished HR executives from across the Chicago market to share knowledge, expand relationships, exchange opportunities, and support one another through every stage of their careers. 
 
Whether you're exploring your next leadership opportunity, navigating a career transition, or thriving in your current role, you'll find a trusted community built on relationships, generosity, and shared experience. 

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Benefits of Joining

Today's HR leaders face rapidly evolving demands especially with the onset of AI. Expectations are higher than ever on the people function leaders. Career tenure has changed significantly as well, so our community of leaders may experience voluntary or involuntary job loss, and more than ever, need a community of support, especially in their local market.
The HR Executive Network provides a trusted peer community where HR leaders, with the support of Robertson Lowstuter, exchange job search strategies, HR capability learnings, Chicago market trends, clarity on what's next, and approaches to uncover jobs in the hidden job market. 
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REGIONAL HR NETWORK

Build meaningful connections with senior HR and People leaders across the Chicago market

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PEER JOB SEARCH SUPPORT

A supportive peer community for sharing guidance, experiences, and encouragement throughout the job search

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CAREER & JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES

Practical strategies, resources, and insights to help navigate career transitions and executive job searches

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HR CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT

Ongoing learning and development to strengthen HR capabilities and grow as a leader

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MARKET & INDUSTRY TRENDS

Insights on regional market conditions, industry developments, and trends impacting HR leaders

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TARGET COMPANIES & OPPORTUNITIES

Discuss target companies and share executive job opportunities, introductions, and leads

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GUEST SPEAKERS & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

Learn from guest speakers and thought leaders across HR, business, recruiting, and leadership

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IN-PERSON EVENTS & CELEBRATIONS

Connect face-to-face through Chicago-area networking events, gatherings, and celebrations

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Who Should Join?

The HR Executive Network is designed for experienced HR and People executives who want to expand their network and continue growing as leaders.

  • CHRO's and Chief People Officers
  • HR VP's and Sr Directors
  • COE Leaders - Total Rewards, Talent, Operations, Leadership & Learning
  • HR Leaders who are reentering the workforce after some time off
  • Fractional and Interim HR consultants seeking full time positions
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A Community Built on Trust and Generosity

The foundation of this community is generosity. Members openly share advice, opportunities, introductions, encouragement, and hard-earned experience because one leader's success strengthens the profession. 
 
Many participants join while in career transition. Others remain engaged to continue learning, give back, and build lasting relationships beyond a single job search. 

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Join The Community

Participation is complimentary and membership is not limited to Robertson Lowstuter clients. If you're an experienced HR or People executive looking to build meaningful relationships and stay connected to Chicago's HR community, we'd love to welcome you.

 
Ready to join or want to learn more? 
Contact Martha Watt:  MarthaWatt@robertsonlowstuter.com

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