Tech Pulse 2030 Chicago - Transforming HR and the Future of Work

Tech Pulse 2030 is more than just an event. It’s a movement dedicated to showcasing the brightest minds and fostering deep engagement among leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers. Together, we’ll explore the real-world impact of emerging technologies and chart a course for a future where responsible innovation drives progress for both businesses and society.
What began in Chicago has now expanded across multiple U.S. cities and international hubs, delivering 50+ high-impact events, engaging over 50,000 professionals and academic partners, featuring 300+ world-class speakers, and advancing responsible AI conversations across 10+ industries. Tech Pulse 2030 is your platform to learn, connect, and lead—driving real progress for businesses, society, and the world we are building together.
The AI-Powered Enterprise: Transforming HR and the Future of Work
As AI reshapes the workplace, HR leaders are at the forefront of transforming how large enterprises attract, develop, and retain talent. This session brings together senior HR executives to explore how AI is driving innovation in talent management, workforce planning, employee experience, and organizational productivity. Through real-world examples and practical insights, panelists will discuss opportunities, challenges, and strategies for scaling AI responsibly while keeping people at the center of the future of work.
Moderator

• Marisa Mann, Co-Founder & CEO, UpLift All
• Xiaochen Zhang, CEO, AI 2030

Speakers

• Ruta Mehta, Associate Professor of Computer Science, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
• Jingnan Liu, Assistant Professor of Economics, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
• Aaron Lawlor, Vice President of People & Information Technology, Kooth Digital Health
• Erika Tuttlem, Sr. Manager, People & Culture, CCC Intelligent Solutions
• Kate Kustermann Rivera, Global Head of Cloud Learning Programs & Campaigns - Google Cloud, Google
• Jill Kissack, SVP, HR Business Partner for Americas Advisory & Services & Global Head of Talent & Learning, Cushman & Wakefield

Organizing Committee

• Lisa Wong, Co-chair, Chicago AI Council
• Klara Nahrstedt, Director of Research, Discovery Partners Institute

Reserve your spot today!
We look forward to welcoming you to Tech Pulse 2030 and sharing this exciting journey with you.

Hosted by
AI 2030 www.ai2030.org
AI 2030 is a global initiative committed to mainstreaming Responsible AI by 2030. Through cross-sector collaboration, capacity building, and inclusive programming, AI 2030 empowers leaders, organizations, and communities to harness AI for the benefit of humanity.
Chicago AI Council www.chicagoaicouncil.org
The Chicago AI Council is committed to a future where AI benefits everyone—from Chicago to the world. Its mission is driven by three core priorities: (1) making Chicago the global capital of responsible AI by convening international leaders through forums, awards, and innovation showcases; (2) fueling AI innovation by uniting research, entrepreneurship, and industry to build and scale trustworthy, real-world solutions; and (3) turning AI education into real job opportunities by preparing students and workers for emerging, high-growth roles across the AI economy.
In partnership with:
Discovery Partners Institute (DPI): https://dpi.illinois.edu/
The Discovery Partners Institute empowers people to jumpstart their tech careers or companies in Chicago. With state investment and a new innovation district in development, DPI has the resources to attract, develop and leverage the most ambitious people and companies the region has to offer — and keep them here.
About Programmers: https://www.programmersinc.com/
With over 35 years of experience in tailoring future-forward solutions and delivering fast-to-value results, Programmers's mission is to help businesses exceed their software products, modernization, AI and data analytics goals.
About HKTDC: Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 51 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub.
About 1871 https://1871.com/
The Chicagoland Entrepreneurial Center, dba 1871 is a 501c3 organization that exists to inspire, equip, and support people from all backgrounds to build and innovate extraordinary businesses.