Dawn Kawamoto
Dawn Kawamoto is HR Editor of Human Resource Executive. She is an award-winning journalist who has covered technology business news for such publications as CNET and has covered the HR and careers industry for such organizations as Dice and Built In prior to joining HRE. She can be reached at [email protected] and below on social media.
Corporate DEI: What to expect in 2025 with the new Trump administration
Although more than 25% of Chief Diversity Officers will see budget increases in 2025, most CDOs also anticipate greater pressure on their initiatives in the new year. experts say.
How Microsoftās chief people officer built a dynamic company culture
Nearly a decade ago, Kathleen Hogan, Microsoftās chief people officer, was tasked with transforming the organizationās āknow-it-allā culture into a ālearn-it-allā culture. Despite the success of the transformation, Hogan says the work is never done.
How to add more meaning, impact to your holiday event
HR leaders can transform a company's upcoming holiday event by combining team-building with giving back to the community, these experts say.
Microsoft’s chief people officer gives a preview of its new AI agent
The software giant this week unveiled a new AI agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot, which is already bringing benefits to Microsoft's HR teams.
2025 priorities: How prepared is your HR team for these challenges?
HR executives need to rethink their priorities in the coming year to stay closely aligned with changing business goals in 2025, says this Gartner expert.
4 IRS numbers HR needs to know for 2025
The IRS increased employee contribution limits for 2025 for 401(k)s, FSAs, HSAs and HDHPs. Here's an overview for HR.
A majority of employees regret their open enrollment decisions. What can HR do?
More than half of employees surveyed recently said they're disappointed in their open enrollment choices last year, with Gen Z registering the most regret. Here is what HR leaders can do to help.
Why HR leaders need to watch the Fed’s interest rate decisions
The Federal Reserve and Bank of England both cut interest rates this week in attempts to stimulate their nation's economies. HR will feel the effects.
How CHROs can improve collaboration with the rest of the C-suite
CHROs are gaining more attention and influence at the C-suite table, but this does not necessarily translate into better collaboration with other members of the executive leadership team. HearĀ Gartnerās group vice president provide collaboration strategies in this video interview.
CEOsā top concerns for 2025 and what they mean for HR
Workers have slid to fifth place on a list of CEO priorities, according to Gartner research. What's driving the change? In this video interview, a Gartner expert explores CEOs' concerns and their impact on HR.
