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Winning Talent Together: HR Transformed - AI and Automation

When: February 5, 2026
Where: Nova Place Conference Center

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The future of HR isn't coming, it's already here. AI and automation are reshaping everything from talent acquisition to performance management, and forward-thinking leaders are seizing the moment to transform their organizations.

Experience a dynamic panel discussion featuring strategic technology insights, legal guidance, and hands-on implementation stories from an innovation industry VP of HR. Discover how cutting-edge HR technologies are delivering measurable results while navigating the complex legal and ethical landscape.

What You'll Discover:
• Real-world AI applications that are revolutionizing recruiting, onboarding, and employee engagement
• Strategic frameworks for implementing predictive analytics in talent decisions
• Legal and ethical guardrails for responsible AI deployment in HR
• Practical approaches to personalizing employee experiences through intelligent automation
• Risk mitigation strategies that protect your organization while driving innovation

Transform your HR function from operational support to strategic driver. Join the leaders who are shaping the future of work through intelligent technology adoption.

Event Agenda:
8:30 a.m. Check-In/Registration
9:00 a.m. Welcome & Introductions over Breakfast
9:15 a.m. Panel Discussion
10:15 a.m. Q & A
10:30 a.m. Networking
11:00 a.m. Adjourn

Location: Nova Place, 100 S. Commons, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Cost: This event is Free for Tech Council members and $75 for non-members

*SHRM Credits awarded post-event.

In the ever-changing landscape of HR labor laws, regulations, and compliance requirements, it is essential for HR professionals to stay informed and proactive.

Panelists:

Lisa Sullivan, Head of Human Resources, iVision

Lisa has been a foundational leader in the organization since joining in 2013. With more than 18 years of HR leadership experience, she has played a pivotal role in building, scaling, and evolving ivision’s people strategy in alignment with the company’s growth.

Lisa drives HR strategy and culture at ivision, overseeing talent acquisition, engagement, performance management, benefits, and rewards programs. As a trusted partner to the Executive team, she champions initiatives that strengthen capability, accountability, and retention. Her leadership has helped foster a workplace certified as a Great Place to Work for 4 years in a row. Passionate about organizational development, Lisa combines strategic approach with hands-on execution to build a culture where people thrive and the company succeeds.

 

Wei Yu, Counsel - Intellectual Property and Technology Practice, Dentons

Wei serves as Counsel in the Denton’s Intellectual Property and Technology practice. With extensive experience in intellectual property law, Wei advocates for inventors, founders, and entrepreneurs by applying creative solutions to real-world problems. Wei’s practice is tailored to meet the needs of innovators, venture technology enterprises, emerging growth companies, and established global corporations. He offers comprehensive services in intellectual property portfolio procurement and management and provides consultation throughout the entire technology lifecycle from development to commercialization. Wei earned his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Boston University and Juris Doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. Prior to joining Dentons, founded his own patent law firm, providing expert patent preparation and prosecution services across a range of industries, including electrical, mechanical, and software engineering.

 

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Programming Questions: Marie Pelloni, Senior Director of Talent & Workforce Development Initiatives, mpelloni@pghtech.org
Registration Questions: Lauren Lowen, Event Coordinator, llowen@pghtech.org
Sponsorship Questions: Ashley Steckel, Vice President of Business Development and Advertising, asteckel@pghtech.org
Membership Questions: Brooke Wozniak, Membership Development Manager, bwozniak@pghtech.org