Keynote Speakers: SHRM Virginia and DC

Orlena Cowan-Bailey is a multi-faceted, innovative, inclusive and strategic human resource leader and consultant with 15+ years of progressive leadership experience managing a full spectrum of HR processes, initiatives, and projects. Her experiences stem from a variety of industries including retail, financial services, government, transportation and banking. She’s passionate about architecting and influencing workplace cultures that promote engagement, retention, development, diversity, equity and inclusion. She is an Employee Relations Consultant for The Hartford. She formerly worked for MassMutual, a Fortune 100 company, as an HR Business Partner supporting their Corporate Functions.

In 2020, Orlena founded HR Zoom LLC where she serves as the Chief Elevation Officer (CEO) fueled by her passion for elevating workplace cultures and increased opportunities to help multiple organizations with her expertise and thought leadership. Her creative spirit led to the launch of the HR Swag Shop in 2021, an online store with the trendy and diverse merchandise for HR and workplace culture.

Jamie Jackson is the face behind social media’s top meme accounts, @humorous_resources and @millennial_msery. She has also spent the last 20 years entrenched in the world of Human Resources, gaining invaluable experience and insights along the way. Through navigating the complexities of hiring, managing employees, and addressing workplace issues, Jamie has developed a deep understanding of the inner workings of organizations and the intricacies of human dynamics within them. This extensive tenure in HR has equipped Jamie with a unique perspective, allowing them to empathize with the challenges faced by both employees and employers alike.

Jamie Jackson's appearance arranged through Gotham Artists.