Speakers

Kathy Claytor is a CHRO with leadership experience across companies including Delta Dental, NorthWinds Technology, One Mind Health-India and organizations in financial services, technology, and government. She has built and transformed teams and cultures that increased profitability and attracted talent. Her passion for advancing the HR profession led her to join the Human Resource Certification (HRCI) Board, where she is Board Chair. Kathy was recently appointed to Wall Street Journal’s Chief People Officers Council representing HRCI. She also serves on the Board of the Roanoke Blacksburg Innovation Alliance (RBIA). With a global focus, Kathy led people operations for an India-based tech subsidiary and served on its board. Other global work includes the New Delhi Institute of Management HR program and recognition as a Top 100 Global HR Leader at the World HRD Congress in Mumbai. Kathy served on HR Executive Delegations to India, China, Israel, and South Africa. Kathy holds degrees in Business and Economics and completed the Harvard executive education program in Mumbai. She earned the Global Professional in Human Resources and Senior Professional in Human Resources certifications through the Human Resource Certification Institute. Kathy was recognized as a CHRO of the Year Leader of Distinction from HRO Today.