Encore, a global leader in event production and technology, has named Evan Swidler as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective January 5, 2026.
Swidler brings extensive expertise in cultural transformation, talent development, and operational discipline to reinforce Encore's focus on its team members as the core of its success in delivering extraordinary event experiences worldwide.
Swidler most recently served as Chief People Officer at Circana, a global analytics and technology company, where he managed all HR functions. His leadership included integrating multiple acquisitions, implementing transformational HR programs to improve employee experience, advancing global career growth, and strengthening company culture during the Circana brand launch.
Earlier roles include CHRO at ATI Physical Therapy, Senior Vice President of HR at The Nielsen Company, and a decade in management consulting at Accenture. He holds a bachelor's degree in industrial psychology and a master's degree in HR & Employee Relations from the University of Illinois.
"Our success in creating extraordinary event experiences is a credit to our team members, and Evan's vision for building a high-performing, hospitality-minded culture will strengthen the way we serve customers to deliver world-class events across the globe," said Ben Erwin, President and CEO at Encore. "His appointment reflects our commitment to a culture where team members will power our next chapter of growth."
"I'm thrilled to join Encore and build upon its terrific foundation. Encore has much to celebrate in being one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For®, but it's clear the culture is to innovate further in creating programs to attract, develop and retain the industry's best workforce," said Evan Swidler, Chief Human Resources Officer at Encore. "I look forward to learning more about Encore, listening to feedback, and partnering with our leaders to create even more opportunities for our team members."
This appointment underscores Encore's investment in its people as the foundation for customer success and continued recognition as a top workplace, positioning the company to enhance talent strategies in support of global event production growth.
About Encore
Encore is a global leader in event production, supporting meeting and event professionals with event technology, production, tradeshow and exhibition services. Known for its award-winning customer service, the company is guided by its purpose to connect and inspire, supporting more than 2,200 premier event venues, including hotels, convention centers and corporate campuses worldwide. Encore is one of the 2025 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and has been a certified Great Place To Work™ for four years running, reflecting the company's investment in its people as the foundation of customer success. Headquartered in Schiller Park, Illinois, Encore operates in 22 countries across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and Asia Pacific.
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