If people are a company’s greatest asset, then CHROs have a lot riding on their shoulders. From delivering a winning culture to introducing fresh recruitment strategies, they are stewards and strategists who are responsible for a company’s talent and performance blueprint -all of which drives the business forward. To honor the contributions of these incredible leaders, HRO Today is proud to present the annual CHRO/HRD of the Year Awards. North America Nominations for the 2026 CHRO of the Year Awards are now closed. Winners for this prestigious award will be announced at the HRO Today Forum North America from May 6-8, 2026, in Philadelphia, PA. To support a CHRO of the Year nomination, please make sure to join the  HRO Today Group on LinkedIn and cast your vote for the CHRO of the Year! Your engagement truly makes a difference! Join the Group Follow Us on LinkedIn Learn more about the CHRO of the Year Award criteria and timeline here. View Past Winners and Leaders of Distinction. EMEA The 2025 EMEA CHRO of the Year Awards were presented at the HRO Today Forum EMEA in Lisbon, Portugal on  12-14 November 2025. View the 2025 EMEA CHRO of the Year Winners and Leaders of DistinctionView …