Human-centricity: Another buzzword or a real thing that can change the future of the workforce

14-Jan-2026 15:10 - 16:10

Today's leaders face a volatile, complex, and constantly changing environment. They're dealing with geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty, cybersecurity threats, and ESG pressures that impact their strategy. Employee expectations have shifted: people now want purposeful work, flexibility, psychological safety, and leaders who listen. Performance and well-being are now interconnected. In this workshop, we will explore how truly human-centered mindsets and practices can reshape work, leadership, and innovation. We will discuss how human-centricity is not just a trend, but a key to building a future-ready organization. From what “human-centricity” really means, to why it matters now, and what it means to our leadership, Designing human-centric workflows and environments, innovation, and driving performance.

Speakers

Patrycja Riera
Adjunct Professor &
Academic Program Director, IE Business School
Patrycja’s work is at the intersection of research, strategy, and human behavior — with a particular focus on how we shape cultures, lead people, and build organizations that are genuinely fit for the future. Her career has moved fluidly..
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