The State of AI in the People Function – Mid-Year 2026

Recorded on June 17, 2026.

AI is rapidly reshaping the People function, but adoption is proving to be more complex than simply rolling out new tools. While many People teams are already using AI across recruiting, employee communications, analytics, learning, and operations, questions remain around readiness, governance, adoption, and long-term impact.

In this conversation, Stephanie Shuler, Chief People Officer at LifeLabs Learning, joined fellow People leaders from Calrinet, Pyn, and Stitch Fix to explore the inaugural State of AI in the People Function report. Together, they unpacked where AI is delivering value today, where organizations are encountering challenges, and what People leaders are prioritizing as they continue integrating AI into their teams and workflows.

You’ll walk away with:

  • Insights into how People teams are currently using AI across the employee lifecycle
  • Real-world examples of where AI is creating value—and where adoption is falling short
  • A clearer understanding of the readiness, training, and policy challenges shaping AI implementation
  • Perspectives on the biggest concerns People leaders have around AI, including privacy, security, and change adoption
  • Practical insights into how organizations are embedding AI into everyday work and identifying high-value use cases for the future