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HR/Professional Development Committee

Recognizing that businesses, regardless of size, are impacted by the dynamics of human resources challenges and opportunities, the Human Resources & Professional Development Committee is committed to ensuring your organization thrives in a rapidly evolving global landscape. This committee focuses on tracking trends and finding solutions that keep Chamber members at the forefront of innovations in talent acquisition, talent management, and talent development.

The Human Resources & Professional Development Committee is dedicated to supporting, educating, and training Chamber members in all aspects of human resources and professional development, regardless of the organization’s size or structure. The committee provides a dynamic forum for networking, education, and meaningful conversations on relevant HR topics, with the aim of cultivating knowledgeable, successful, and passionate HR professionals who drive their organizations forward.

OBJECTIVES
•    To present seminars on cutting-edge, employment-related issues and advocate on behalf of human resources causes of interest to the business community
•    Partner with GMCC committees to leverage expertise of HR knowledge and legal expertise, discussing issues relevant to the local community
•    Add value to the GMCC membership while enhancing the Chamber’s brand through delivery of quality service and programming

Participation in the Human Resources and Professional Development Committee is open to all Greater Miami Chamber members in good standing. Members include businesses and organizations with strong HR leadership, organizations with no HR support, business professionals, and key stakeholders in the human resources and employee professional development arena.

The Human Resources and Professional Development Committee is led by a Committee Chair and Vice Chair, who are elected by the Board of Directors for a two-year term. The Committee Chair is responsible for the effective functioning of the Human Resources and Professional Development Committee and ensuring its goals and activities are aligned with the committee’s mission and objectives.

To learn more or to get involved, please tap here to connect with a committee staff liaison today.

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PROGRAM RECAPS & RECORDINGS:

2024-2025

HR Webinar Part 1: Building an Agile & Innovative Workforce for the Future.  First aired October 17, 2024

HR Webinar Part 2: Building a Change-Ready Culture. First aired December 11, 2024.

HR Webinar Part 3: Pathways to Tomorrow's Workforce. First aired May 22, 2025.

 

2025-2026

AI Unlocked: Strategic Integration, Governance, and Practical Adoption for Business Leaders. First aired October 22, 2025.

Fostering Intergenerational Collaboration: Engaging Gen Z and Empowering Millennial Leaders. First aired December 12, 2025.

The Case for AI in HR Operations: Onboarding, Training, and Privacy. First aired March 12, 2026.

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Robert Ortiz

Sr. Vice President People & Culture Americas - Amadeus North America

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Joanne Morris

MSVP, Chief Employee Relations and HR Compliance Officer Human Resources - City National Bank

Goals

2026-2027 HUMAN RESOURCES & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE GOALS:

  • Strengthen the Chamber’s position as a leading resource for HR education, professional development, and workforce solutions by providing timely, relevant, and solutions oriented programming that equips HR professionals and small businesses with practical tools, industry insights, and meaningful networking opportunities. 
  • Cultivate, engage, and increase awareness of the Chamber’s membership value as a hub for the HR professional community, leadership development, and collaboration. 
  • Support the growth and resilience of the Greater Miami business community through collaborative, cross-sector industry initiatives focused on workforce development, innovation, and strategic talent engagement. 

VIEW FY27 COMMITTEE GOALS

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