The AI Thumbprint:
Enhancing HR functionality with AI
Michael Patchen, Co-Founder, Colleva (Greenwich, CT)
HR professionals know all to well the acute challenges of the modern workforce. Using tools to boost efficiency is a strategic measure no organization can overlook. Rethinking AI as a tool can free up precious time for HR operators to engage in the people function and less in the task-drive administrative work.
In fact, AI-powered tools are reshaping Human Resource strategies by enabling scalable, personalized, and measurable soft skills and leadership development. Using realistic simulations with intelligent virtual avatars, employees can safely practice challenging conversations like feedback, conflict resolution, and career discussions. These tools assess tone, expression, and emotion to provide real-time, targeted feedback—offering individualized learning beyond traditional training.
With customizable scenarios and expert-designed simulations, these platforms strengthen communication, influence, ethical decision-making, and leadership skills. When embedded into onboarding or development programs, they support behavior change, leadership transitions, and talent strategy by generating insights into employee readiness and growth needs.
By integrating AI into learning programs, HR teams gain a more agile, data-informed, and people-centered approach to development.
Participants in this workshop will learn to: (1) Understand the Strategic Role of AI in L&D and how AI supports soft skills, leadership development, and engagement at scale. (2) Identify Effective Use Cases for AI-Based Tools, recognizing where simulations add the most value. And (3) Evaluate and Integrate AI Tools into HR programs like onboarding, performance management, and leadership training.
This session is sponsored by Chrissy Jones, Financial Advisor, with Edward Jones. Chrissy is a WAHRA member. Help us say "Thank you, Chrissy and Edward Jones. " WAHRA appreciates our partnerships!
Free parking is available in a number of locations including the lots
- adjacent to the National Cemetery (north edge) on Garland Avenue (FREE)
- adjacent to the ArcBest Corporation Performing Arts Center on the east side of Wheeler (Free)
- in numerous streetside spaces around Bakery District
- and for a nominal rate in the parking garage at 715 Rogers Avenue.
The AI Thumbprint has been submitted to SHRM and HRCI.
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