The Human Resources Policy Institute (HRPI) at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business is proud to welcome two distinguished leaders at the 2025 Fall Summit on October 23–24: Donna Morris, EVP and Chief People Officer at Walmart, as HR Executive of the Year and Paige Ross, Global Head of Human Resources at Blackstone, as the 2025 HR Leader of Distinction.
Centered on the theme “AI: Transforming How We Must Lead,” the summit will feature a celebratory dinner and a fireside chat with Donna Morris. Donna has led transformative initiatives for the world’s largest private workforce, driving skills-based learning, workplace well-being, and the integration of AI to ensure HR is a strategic enabler of the company’s success. Paige Ross leverages data science and AI to modernize talent processes, strengthen leadership development, and elevate the employee experience while aligning HR strategy with the firm’s broader business goals.
Through events like this, HRPI brings together more than 40 member companies with cutting-edge research, expert insights, and a dynamic professional network to inspire, impact, and advance modern HR policy and practice.
