Session Description

AI is accelerating change across HR, and the leaders who learn to use it will shape the future of the profession. In this fast-paced, 15-minute session, Mercedes Dodd shares the most impactful statistics, practical use cases, and ethical considerations HR needs to know right now. Attendees will learn which HR tasks can be automated today, how AI improves efficiency and accuracy, and how to begin integrating AI into daily workflows - without technical expertise

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:

• Understand the measurable impact of AI on HR productivity and performance Participants will learn key statistics showing how AI is transforming HR, including: 40 - 60% of HR tasks are automatable with today’s tools HR teams save 6 - 10 hours per week by automating administrative workflows AI reduces time-to-hire by up to 70% in organizations using automated screening AI-assisted onboarding increases new-hire ramp-up speed by 30 - 50% Why this matters: It quantifies AI's value, removes guesswork, and builds urgency.
• Identify the highest-ROI HR use cases that deliver immediate time and cost savings Participants will learn the most data-backed automation opportunities in HR, including: Automated job descriptions cut drafting time by 80 - 90% Policy creation/localization with AI reduces workload by 50 - 70% AI-powered analytics increase accuracy of turnover predictions by up to 95% Automated ER documentation reduces report-writing time by 60 - 80% Why this matters: These statistics prove where HR leaders should focus first.
• Learn a practical, evidence-based framework for adopting AI safely and ethically Participants will understand how to apply AI with proper controls using stats such as: 68% of employees expect transparency in AI-driven decisions 53% fear AI bias without HR oversight - positioning HR as the ethics guardian Companies with clear AI governance are 3x more likely to see successful adoption HR teams that build AI literacy improve decision quality by up to 40% Why this matters: It shows AI isn’t just a tech change - it's a human and ethical shift that HR must lead.

About the Speaker

Mercedes Dodd, SHRM-CP, is a Global Human Resources Business Partner with experience supporting teams across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. She specializes in helping organizations leverage emerging technologies, strengthen leadership capabilities, and create practical people strategies that drive business results

With a Master's degree in Human Resources Management and a passion for making complex topics accessible, Mercedes has become a sought-after speaker on the future of work, artificial intelligence in HR, leadership development, and employee experience. She is the founder of PeopleBloom Consulting, where she helps leaders and organizations navigate workplace transformation with confidence.

Known for her engaging, relatable, and actionable presentation style, Mercedes combines real-world HR experience with practical tools that attendees can immediately apply in their organizations. Her mission is to help HR professionals work smarter, lead better, and embrace the future with confidence.