ROBERT GARCIA, MBA, SPHR, GPHR, SPHRI, PHRI, SHRM-SCP, REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT

Robert is regional vice president at Randstad RiseSmart, the fastest-growing career transition and talent mobility company and is responsible for assisting companies in strengthen employer brand, improve retention, and re-engage talent. Robert was formerly vice president - global development and executive director at ADEN University and established partnerships throughout the world and lead the U.S. operations. He was also, vice president - global operations for the Society for Human Resource Management, where he established a global network of certification providers. Previously, he held executive positions at Baptist Health South Florida, Florida International University, Lee Hecht Harrison/Adecco, ADP, and United Healthcare. He is currently a professor in the Master of Science in Human Resource Management and in Executive Education at Florida International University. He was previously been professor of business and human resource management at University of Miami and Nova Southeastern University (NSU). Robert obtained a Master of Business Administration from Florida International University and a Bachelor of Science in Business and Management from Nova Southeastern University. In addition he holds 5 global certifications in human resource management. He has been interviewed for his perspective on business by CNN, CBS, Proyección Humana, and others. Bilingual in English and Spanish, he is a frequent keynote speaker throughout the world in more than 86 countries, most recently presenting at conferences in Dubai, Philippines and throughout Latin America.

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, which has been accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has made it clear to employers and HR professionals that reskilling and upskilling employees is critical to ensuring a company’s long-term competitiveness. One billion jobs – roughly one-third of all jobs worldwide – are expected to be transformed, and 133 million new jobs will be created to meet future demand. (World Economic Forum) However, many human capital leaders are struggling with how to implement a skilling strategy that aligns employees’ career passions with the rapidly evolving needs of business.

To achieve their goals – and yours – employees need to have a more than access to courses. They need a strategic roadmap that’s built on data, access to courses, and guidance from learning and career professionals. With job market data, employees can evaluate their current roles, and determine employer demand, projected growth and required skills. Assistance from career professionals can help them explore career options, determine what courses and other experiences are best suited to their needs and help them stay on track to achieve new skills that are critical to the future of work. This presentation will help HR leaders implement a meaningful and effective strategy to reskill and upskill their workforce. It will explore RiseSmart’s Tech & Touch approach, which offers employees access to critical decision-making data, thousands of courses and professional guidance in developing a unique learning plan tailored to their goals and skills gaps.