CHRO Panel: AI Transformation & the Impact on Organizational Culture

Thursday, December 11, at 1:00 PM ET | 10:00 AM PT

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As AI continues to reshape the workplace, organizations face a critical challenge: how to preserve and evolve their culture in a rapidly digitizing environment. This session explores the intersection of AI transformation and organizational culture, highlighting the human elements that must remain central to innovation. 
 
Join McLean & Company’s expert panel as we unpack how AI is influencing relationships, leadership, and employee experience, and what HR leaders can do to guide cultural evolution with intention. We’ll discuss how to maintain meaningful connection, foster psychological safety, and empower employees in a world where machines are increasingly part of the team. 
 
Expect actionable insights, real-world examples, and a candid conversation on how to lead with empathy and strategy in the age of AI. 

Our panel of CHROs will discuss:

  • Preserve Human Connection: Understand how AI impacts relationships and explore strategies to maintain meaningful human interaction in digital-first environments.

  • Lead Cultural Evolution: Learn how HR and leadership can intentionally shape culture during AI transformation, balancing innovation with empathy and accountability.

  • Empower the Workforce: Discover how to support employees through change, build trust in AI systems, and foster a culture of learning and adaptability.

  • Measure Cultural Health: Identify key metrics and feedback loops to assess the impact of AI on organizational culture and employee experience. 

Meet the panelists

Anita Bhandari

Chief Human Resources Officer

City of Burnaby

Anita has nearly two decades of leadership experience across the public and private sectors, currently serving as CHRO at the City of Burnaby. She oversees nine divisions including Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, Labour Relations, Legal, Safety, and Organizational Development.

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Sam Rizk

Vice President People & Performance

LCI Education

With over 15 years of experience in strategic human resources management, Sam is a recognized leader in organizational development. He has held several key positions with multinational and regional companies, and previously led talent and succession planning for North America at CN.

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Panel Host

Sally Cornet

Executive Counselor

McLean & Company

Sally Cornet is an award-winning HR executive and Executive Counselor at McLean & Company, where she partners with CHROs and HR leaders to navigate complex organizational challenges and accelerate strategic impact. With over three decades of global talent and culture leadership, Sally brings deep expertise across high-tech, financial services, healthcare, retail, and customer experience sectors.

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