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IAMPHENOM 2026: Top HR Leaders Share AI Maturity Strategies


IAMPHENOM 2026: Top HR Leaders Share AI Maturity Strategies
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  • February 18, 2026

Phenom, the leader in applied AI for talent management, has expanded its speaker lineup for IAMPHENOM 2026, set for March 10-12 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. The conference brings together HR and IT leaders for immersive learning on leveraging AI to hire faster, develop talent more effectively, and improve retention amid evolving workforce challenges.

Quick Intel

  • IAMPHENOM 2026 features 100+ practitioner-led sessions covering the full talent lifecycle, with 90%+ presented by real-world HR leaders sharing AI maturity journeys.
  • New speakers include executives from ABB, Acadia Health, American Honda, Baylor Scott & White Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Bon Secours Mercy Health, Boston Consulting Group, Bright Horizons, Circle K, Dallas College, Dutch Bros Coffee, Franciscan Alliance, GE Aerospace, Giant Eagle, Kohl’s, Leonardo, Royal Bank of Canada, Sleep Number, Sutter Health, TD SYNNEX, Texas Roadhouse, Thales, and more.
  • Agenda tailored by industry, role, experience level, and use case, with focus areas including sustainable AI deployments, evolving AI legislation, partner integrations, HR tech innovations, and live product demos.
  • Beyond education, the event offers networking experiences such as a private evening at Reading Terminal Market, the iconic Philly Rocky Run, restorative yoga, meditation, and the exclusive Phenom HR Awards gala.
  • SHRM and HRCI-accredited programming ensures professional development credits for attendees.
  • Early registration discount (25% off with “Go Birds!” pricing) available until February 28.

Immersive Learning on Applied AI in HR

IAMPHENOM stands out as a practitioner-focused conference where attendees gain actionable insights from leaders actively implementing AI in talent processes. Sessions explore different stages of AI maturity—from foundational automation to advanced agentic and hyper-personalized experiences—helping organizations address hiring speed, talent development, and retention in uncertain times.

“There’s no other conference like IAMPHENOM,” said Danielle Dibner, Executive Director, Global Customer Value at Phenom. “Attendees will experience applied AI designed for their specific challenges, hear candid lessons from leaders doing this work right now and leave with actionable approaches for their organization.”

The expanded speaker roster features senior talent leaders sharing real-world strategies:

  • Jane Mehringer, Head of Global Talent Attraction at ABB
  • Katie Feyes, Project Manager, Talent Acquisition at Acadia Health
  • Madison Fox, TA Systems Strategist at American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
  • Madeline Laurano, Founder of Aptitude Research
  • Whitney Wallace, Talent Acquisition Marketing & Sourcing Manager at Baylor Scott & White Health
  • Phil Kendzior, VP Talent Enablement at Baylor Scott & White Health
  • Joel Kirk, Associate Director, Talent Engagement at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Amy Lane, Manager, Recruitment Marketing & Brand Strategy at Bon Secours Mercy Health
  • Dr. Hilmar Kroat-Reder, Sr. Vice President, People & Culture at Borealis Group
  • Kellee Widener, Global Talent Branding Sr. Manager at Boston Consulting Group

And many more from leading organizations across industries.

Beyond Sessions: Connection and Rejuvenation

The conference extends well beyond education with experiences designed for meaningful networking and renewal, including a special evening at historic Reading Terminal Market, the famous Rocky Run through Philadelphia streets, restorative yoga and meditation sessions, and the invite-only Phenom HR Awards gala celebrating excellence in talent strategies.

About Phenom 

Phenom is an applied AI company with the only AI infrastructure built specifically for HR. Powered by Engines that harmonize data, Ontologies that guide every decision, X AI that hyper-personalizes experiences, Agents that work alongside teams, Phenom’s platform uses industry and business context to automate workflows, eliminate busywork, and enhance every experience while remaining compliant. Driven by a purpose to help a billion people find the right work, no other company is as dedicated to helping organizations hire faster, develop better and retain longer.

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