SharedXpertise Media, publishers of HRO Today magazine and HRO Today Global, 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, PA. The awards, now in their 13th year, recognize leading HR executives across North America in categories that include Small-Market, Mid-Market, Large-Market, Sustainable Workforce, Innovation, Non-Profit, and Lifetime Achievement.
The ceremony took place at The Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing, where winners in each category were bestowed and accepted their awards. All finalists were honored as Leaders of Distinction. The awards are open to HR leaders across industries and regions, including North America and EMEA. Nominees are evaluated on key areas such as organizational culture and engagement, talent acquisition and retention, workforce transformation, leadership during change, DEI and employee experience initiatives, and measurable business outcomes tied to people strategy.
The 2026 CHRO of the Year Award winners are: Small Market: Tina Campbell, Citizens First Bank; Mid-Market: Paul Gregory, Securonix, Inc.; Large Market: Jill Larsen, Synopsys; Sustainable Workforce: Rosemary Sheehan, Hartford HealthCare; Non-Profit: Logan Carmichael, Pittsburgh Water. For more on the awards, visit https://www.hrotoday.com/hro-today-north-america-forum/.
These awards underscore the critical role CHROs play in driving business success through people strategy. Winners demonstrated exceptional leadership in transforming their organizations' workforce, fostering inclusive cultures, and achieving measurable outcomes. The recognition also highlights the growing importance of sustainable workforce practices and innovation in HR. As companies navigate an evolving landscape, these award winners serve as benchmarks for excellence in human resources.
