Johnny C. Taylor, Jr.
President and CEO of SHRM; F500 Board Director
Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM's President and CEO, is a dynamic, revolutionary leader whose thought leadership is shaping current and future generations of the global workforce. With nearly 340,000 members in 180 countries, SHRM impacts the lives of more than 362 million workers and their families globally.
Johnny C. Taylor, Jr.'s career spans over 20 years as a lawyer, human resources executive, and CEO in both the not-for-profit and for-profit space. He has held senior and chief executive roles at IAC/Interactive Corp, Viacom's Paramount Pictures, Blockbuster Entertainment Group, the McGuireWoods law firm, and Compass Group USA. Most recently, Mr. Taylor was President and Chief Executive Officer of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.
He is the author of the national bestseller, RESET: A Leader’s Guide to Work in an Age of Upheaval, which delivers a candid and forward-thinking vision for leaders to reimagine their company cultures in a time of global upheaval and presents data-driven strategies to make the necessary foundational reset of all things work. Immediately upon its release in September 2021, RESET was in the top three of the Wall Street Journal’s list of bestselling hardcover business books. All author proceeds benefit the SHRM Foundation, which is committed to empowering HR as a social force for change.
Taylor’s magnetic delivery and research-backed content helps organizations elevate executive leadership, maximize the power of human capital, future proof their business, and more. Don’t settle for just one perspective — bring Taylor to an event to hear from a thought leader representing more than 362 million workers and their families, and shaping the future of work through research, policy, and more.
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The New Abnormal: How the World of Work Is Changing Before Our Eyes
In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, it can be challenging to keep up. Amid shifting workforce demographics, rising wage inflation, growing incivility, and the influx of generative AI, it’s safe to say we’re living in a new world of work. Join Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, president and CEO of SHRM, for a compelling keynote session as he examines these trends and more.
AI + HI: Navigating Displacement and Opportunity
The rise of generative AI is transforming the workplace, unlocking new possibilities while also raising challenges — most notably concerning job displacement. How do leaders navigate this changing landscape in the world of work? And equally important, how do they bring their employees with them on the journey, knowing humans are essential to successfully implementing AI in our organizations? Join SHRM President and CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, for valuable insights and perspectives on these issues and more.
From Conflict to Collaboration: The Critical Need for Workplace Civility
Recent years have led to an increasingly polarized society, amplifying the need for civility. Join SHRM President and CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, for an insightful discussion on the critical role of civility in organizational success. Drawing from SHRM’s exclusive research, this presentation explores the business benefits of a civil workplace, the negative impact of incivility, and practical strategies for leaders to promote a respectful, inclusive, and productive work environment.
Diversity Done Right: The Business Case for Leading with Inclusion
As organizations navigate shifting cultural and economic landscapes, the path to meaningful and sustainable Inclusion and Diversity initiatives can be complex, yet these programs remain essential for driving innovation, engagement, and business success. Join SHRM President and CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, for a deep dive into common challenges and misconceptions surrounding workplace diversity efforts, and practical strategies for leaders to foster inclusive cultures, bridge divides, and drive competitive advantage.
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Johnny C. Taylor, Jr.
Reset: A Leader’s Guide to Work in an Age of Upheaval
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