Jen Colletta

Jen Colletta is managing editor at HR Executive. She earned bachelor's and master's degrees in writing from La Salle University in Philadelphia and spent 10 years as a newspaper reporter and editor before joining HR Executive. She can be reached at [email protected].

Amid rapid change, why HR has to embrace ‘positive disruption’

At HR Tech on Wednesday, authors James Patterson and Dr. Patrick Leddin explored the unprecedented level of change facing HR, and how mission-driven decisions can turn HR into a force for positive disruption.

IBM CHRO: AI is giving HR its ‘time in the sun’

IBM's AI in HR journey was a "rocky road," but one that has highlighted the transformative power the tech is having on HR's capacity for strategic leadership.

What will it take to be a true ‘future-ready’ org?

Organizations of tomorrow don’t just roll out lots of new tech. They first transform their cultures and leadership mindsets, said experts at HR Tech in Las Vegas. 

How New York Life’s skills strategy puts the ‘art of the possible’ in employees’ hands

New York Life recently launched an AI-powered platform aimed at helping the workforce explore new opportunities and gig projects, and develop skills for the future.

3 must-haves for AI integration success from the HR Executive of the Year

Walmart’s Donna Morris, the 2025 HR Executive of the Year, offers insights on navigating pressure to move quickly on AI integration—without losing credibility or employee buy-in.

Future-proofing the HR function at Blackstone: Our 2025 HR Leader of Distinction

Honored for HR excellence at a smaller organization, Paige Ross of Blackstone is keeping a long-range focus as the firm navigates AI, skills development and unexpected tragedy.

As gig workers become more common, how can HR meet their financial needs?

Gig workers make up an increasing share of the American workforce, but they report significant financial instability, creating a growing challenge for HR.

Facing AI, HR needs to shift from ‘reactive to proactive.’ Here’s how

Stefani Steinway, CHRO of Equifax Workforce Solutions, says emerging technology can drive more strategic HR functions but requires HR to have both sharp tech know-how and new mindsets.

This back-to-school season, how childcare benefits can make a difference for working parents

KinderCare Chief People Officer Jessica Harrah shares how employers are leveraging these benefits to support and retain working parents—and how the early education provider is working to meet the needs of its own workforce.