BENOÎT
HARDY-VALLÉE
WORKFORCE AND HR TRANSFORMATION STRATEGIST | BILINGUAL SPEAKER
| LEADERSHIP ADVISOR
“We must act with the wisdom of a thoughtful person and think with the boldness of a person of action" - Henri Bergson
Benoît stands out as a passionate and visionary expert in the field of the future of work and HR technologies. With extensive experience supporting leaders at all levels, he adopts a holistic approach, integrating insights from various disciplines such as management, psychology, and philosophy, combined with his expertise in HR transformation and technology consulting. His passion for public speaking is reflected in his ability to create moments of connection and learning, engaging audiences with humor while sharing essential knowledge to address today’s HR challenges.
He is dedicated to helping leaders at all levels enhance their thinking and engagement capabilities, guiding professionals at different career stages, from leadership responsibilities to team engagement in hybrid and AI-enhanced environments. His practical advice focuses on improving critical, creative, and strategic thinking.
With over 15 years of experience in human capital consulting, Benoît has specialized in workforce transformation, change management, and employee experience enhancement. As the Director of Deloitte Canada’s Learning Transformation Group, he works on adapting corporate learning strategies to an evolving market.
His international career has led him to help organizations navigate digital transformation and change management, with a strong focus on the human aspect of technologies like cloud computing, AI, and automation. Holding a PhD in Cognitive Science from EHESS-Paris and degrees in Philosophy from UQAM, Benoît actively shares his expertise through conferences and publications.
His ultimate passion is leveraging technology and humanistic approaches to create fulfilling work environments, always thinking about the next generation—especially his daughters, Estelle and Adèle. His childhood hero was Leonardo da Vinci.
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ABRUPT FUTURE - LEADERSHIP AND WORK IN A 3D WORLD (DISTRIBUTED, DIGITAL AND DISRUPTIVE)
If one thing is certain, it’s that many knowledge economy jobs can now be done remotely. This gives us a clear glimpse of the future workplace and the challenges that come with it. Whether you’re a leader or an employee, be prepared for a deeply digital, widely distributed, and constantly evolving future. I have interviewed multiple specialists, consultants, and CEOs in the tech industry, and I will share their insights and ideas.
Audience: HR managers and business leaders.
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AI IN HR MANAGEMENT: A REVOLUTION IN PROGRESS
A new generation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems is at our doorstep, profoundly transforming human resource management. From automating complex tasks to personalizing employee experiences and enhancing decision-making through advanced analytics, AI is redefining practices and opening new perspectives. This conference will explore the evolving role of HR in the AI era and the opportunities it offers to organizations.
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HR IN THE DIGITAL AGE : TRANSFORMATION AND REINVENTION
The digital transformation of companies continues to present its share of challenges and opportunities for human resources—to which must be added the many consequences of the international pandemic. To reap the dividends, the digitalization of organizations requires more than the contribution of new technologies: it first and foremost requires new ways of working and collaborating, centered on experience, analytics and agility. For the HR function, this involves examining the expectations and contributions of the various stakeholders – candidate, employee, manager and the various HR professionals – and exploring new possibilities offered by cloud computing technologies, artificial intelligence and automation.
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FROM A (CADEMY) TO B (USINESS) - WITHOUT SELLING YOUR SOUL
I always thought that I would teach philosophy at university after my doctorate. More naive and younger, I thought that if you study, work hard, and apply for a few college jobs, you'll eventually get one. As it turned out, the reality was a little more complex, and I ended up moving from academia to business. Reflecting on my lessons learned over the years, I would like to share with you some tips on how to make this transition successful.
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LEAD WITHOUT THE TITLE
How do you navigate that uncomfortable zone between individual contributor and leader (and/or manager)? How to prepare without formal responsibilities and title? Drawing on personal experience and research on engagement and collaboration I share my advice on how to think and act like a leader and how to channel 3 leadership archetypes - the doctor, the priest and the general. Leadership only exists if other people follow us - in thought, in emotion and in action.
Audience: Young professionals
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TRANSFORMING ORGANIZATIONS IN THE AGE OF AI
Between sci-fi expectations and fear, it is sometimes difficult to think about how to manage future AI-based businesses. I will provide an overview of the main impacts of AI on business and employee management, as well as some guidelines to help leaders prepare their organizations for the future.
Audience: HR managers and business leaders.
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THE FUTURE OF LEARNING : LESS TRAINING, MORE PERFORMANCE
AI is transforming workplace learning, but its potential remains underexploited. Too often, programs focus on generic content or compliance, neglecting individual needs and productivity. Traditional training, disconnected from real work, leaves employees disengaged.
Effective learning relies on performance support, where AI excels. Learning departments must adopt these technologies or risk obsolescence. The future lies in the strategic use of AI to align learning with performance.
Audience: Learning & Development Executives, HR professionals
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LOCATION : TORONTO, ON
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