SharedXpertise Media, publisher of HRO Today magazine, 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. The awards recognized leading HR executives across various categories, including Small-Market, Mid-Market, Large-Market, Sustainable Workforce, Innovation, Non-Profit, and Lifetime Achievement.
The winners, selected from nominees across North America and EMEA, were evaluated on criteria such as organizational culture and engagement, talent acquisition and retention, workforce transformation, leadership during change, DEI initiatives, and measurable business outcomes tied to people strategy. This year's winners include Tina Campbell of Citizens First Bank (Small Market), Paul Gregory of Securonix (Mid-Market), Jill Larsen of Synopsys (Large Market), Rosemary Sheehan of Hartford HealthCare (Sustainable Workforce), and Logan Carmichael of Pittsburgh Water (Non-Profit).
These awards underscore the critical role of CHROs in shaping corporate strategy and driving business results through effective human capital management. As organizations navigate post-pandemic workforce challenges, the recognition of these leaders highlights best practices in employee engagement, diversity, and innovation. The event, held at The Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing, also honored all finalists as Leaders of Distinction.
For more information on the awards and the winners, visit the HRO Today Forum page. The awards are part of HRO Today's broader mission to provide senior-level HR decision-makers with game-changing content and rankings, including the Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings.
