How HR creates business value today and the profession's next evolution

About this event

Join the CIPD Southern Region Launch to explore how HR creates genuine business value and what the profession’s next evolution may bring.

Kick off the new CIPD year with the Southern Region Committee and your local HR community!

Join us on Tuesday, 22 September, for the CIPD Southern Region Launch of the 2026/2027 programme. This will be a gathering designed to reconnect colleagues and welcome new faces from across region.

Alongside a preview of our exciting upcoming programme of events, this launch features a special keynote presentation designed to inspire your people strategy for the year ahead- Debra Popplewell, People Director at HEINEKEN Ireland will explore how HR can create genuine business value and what the future holds for our profession through her thought provoking session : How HR Creates Genuine Business Value Today – and What the Next Evolution of Our Profession Looks Like

In today's rapidly changing business environment, HR has never played a more strategic role. Drawing on extensive experience across the UK, Ireland and Europe in both local and global leadership roles, Debra will share practical insights into how HR can drive business performance, shape organisations and create value. Throughout the session, Debra will also reflect on her own career journey, sharing the key milestones, lessons learned and experiences that have shaped her leadership approach at HEINEKEN Ireland. This personal and practical perspective offers attendees a unique opportunity to learn from real-world challenges and successes.

Whether you are an experienced HR leader or an emerging professional, passionate about people and performance, this session promises practical takeaways, fresh thinking and an opportunity to consider what the next evolution of HR looks like.

Registration from 5:30 p.m. Come and network before the event. This event is kindly sponsored by HEINEKEN Ireland proudly celebrating 170 years of brewing heritage in Cork this year.

Please note there is no parking available on site. The nearest car park is located at Q-Park, Carrolls Quay T23 P2TX.