The HR Research Institute's latest move to combat the escalating challenge of employee retention marks a critical development for human resources professionals and vendors alike. By assembling an Advisory Board of renowned experts, the Institute is setting the stage for a comprehensive research initiative and virtual event designed to arm the HR community with effective strategies to curb turnover rates. This initiative, titled 'HR.com's State of Employee Retention 2025 Virtual Event,' is scheduled for October 15, 2025, and promises to deliver actionable insights into the current landscape of employee retention, spotlight successful strategies from leading organizations, and pinpoint leadership and cultural deficiencies that fuel attrition.
The significance of this endeavor cannot be overstated, as organizations globally grapple with the repercussions of high turnover, including lost productivity and increased hiring costs. The Advisory Board, featuring luminaries such as Gemma Atkinson and Douglas Brown, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, ensuring the research and event content will be both pertinent and transformative for attendees. Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com, highlights the critical nature of retention in today's business environment, reinforcing the initiative's importance.
This initiative builds upon the HR Research Institute's legacy of providing valuable research, such as the 'HR.com's State of Employee Retention 2024-25' report, further cementing its role as a pivotal resource for the HR community. For vendors serving the human resources industry, this development signals a shift towards more strategic approaches to retention, presenting opportunities to align products and services with the emerging needs of HR professionals focused on fostering resilient and engaged workforces.
