Name: Innovation as a Tool for Employee Retention and Engagement
Start: 2026-01-29T17:30:00-06:00
End: 2026-01-29T19:30:00-06:00
Location: Willis Tower

Innovation as a Tool for Employee Retention and Engagement

How innovation drives employee retention and engagement, with concrete strategies, digital tools, and real-world leadership insights.
About this Event

In today’s evolving workplace, attracting talent is only half the challenge — retaining and engaging teams is where organizations truly succeed.

This conference explores how innovation can serve as a strategic lever to strengthen employee retention and engagement. Through practical approaches and real-world experience, our speakers will share how organizations can support employees through transformation while fostering a culture of adaptability and long-term commitment.

The discussion will address:

How innovation supports employee loyalty and engagement
Ways to accompany teams through organizational and cultural transformation
Digital solutions that encourage adoption, alignment, and engagement
Leadership insights drawn from career journeys and hands-on experience

Designed for business leaders, HR professionals, and decision-makers, this conversation will provide actionable takeaways and concrete examples that can be applied across organizations of all sizes.

Speakers

Mariam Huss, Founder & Human Capital Managing Partner, Axxum Consulting
Jean-Pierre Comte, President, Rana Meal Solutions
Yasmina Slimani, Founder & CEO, Elisyan Wealth
Danielle Liberatore, Human Resources Manager, Forvis Mazars

Moderator
The conversation will be moderated by Aida Camara-Crowder, Founder & President of Next Land Consulting and Co-Chair of the FACC Human Capital Club.

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