HiBob has announced the global launch of In Good Company Chapters, a new initiative aimed at bringing HR professionals together through local, city-based communities.
The program is designed to create spaces where HR leaders can meet in person, share ideas, and discuss how the role of people teams is evolving as AI reshapes the workplace.
"These are spaces where people can have real, meaningful, in-person discussions about the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of work, particularly as organizations navigate the complexity of the AI era and look to harness its potential for their people and performance,"
Sophie Chesters, Chief Marketing Officer at HiBob, said.
The launch reflects a broader shift in how HR functions operate. As organizations accelerate digital transformation and begin embedding AI into everyday workflows, HR leaders are increasingly being asked to guide not only talent management but also wider organizational change.
Bringing Global HR Conversations to Local Communities
At the core of the initiative are city-based chapters led by HR professionals. These Chapter Leaders volunteer to organize and host gatherings in their local areas, creating recurring opportunities for peers to connect. Events may range from small roundtables and panel discussions to informal meetups designed to encourage open discussion.
HiBob provides the framework and support structure behind these gatherings, but the direction of each chapter is shaped locally. This approach allows HR leaders to focus on issues most relevant to their own professional communities while remaining connected to a broader global network.
Community initiatives like this aim to bridge that gap by giving HR professionals a space to connect with peers facing similar challenges.
The announcement marks a significant step for HiBob as it looks to support HR professionals through a period of rapid transformation. While the concept centers on community building, the initiative also reflects the growing recognition that HR leaders will play a central role in helping organizations adapt to AI-driven change.
Why HR Leadership Matters More Than Ever
The timing of the initiative reflects a broader shift taking place across global workplaces. According to analysis from Goldman Sachs, around 300 million jobs worldwide are exposed to AI automation, with technology potentially automating tasks that account for 25 percent of all work hours in the US. While automation will not eliminate all roles, it will significantly reshape how work is structured and performed.
