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Amy Cappellanti-Wolf
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Digital Transformation
Business Strategy
Transform workplace culture with Amy Cappellanti-Wolf, speaker and HR transformation expert. Amy works with organizations to navigate business transitions, drive change management, and enhance employee experience, delivering Fortune 500 insights recognized by the National Diversity Council.
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Amy Cappellanti-Wolf is a human resources professional and business transformation executive. She has guided organisations, from startups to Fortune 500 companies, through significant changes, including pre-IPO processes, rapid growth, and mergers. Her experience spans high-tech firms like Symantec, Cisco, and Sun Microsystems and the entertainment sector with The Walt Disney Company and consumer goods at Frito-Lay.
Amy holds an M.S. in Industrial and Labour Relations and a B.S. in Journalism and Public Relations from West Virginia University. She actively supports children and foster children as a board member of the non-profit Pivotal and advises several private companies. Recognised as one of the top 50 most influential women in tech by the National Diversity Council, she has been a member of the Forbes Human Resources Council since 2018. Amy also serves on the boards of Softchoice and Betterworks and is part of Betterworks' HR Advisory Council. In 2019, she was honoured on the Roll of Distinguished Alumni at WVU’s John Chambers College of Business and Economics.
As Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Symantec, Amy oversees the global HR function and leads workplace strategy and planning. She previously held the role of Chief HR Officer at Silver Spring Networks, where she played a key part in the company's successful IPO in 2013. Her career includes significant HR leadership positions at Cisco Systems, where she managed HR for various divisions, and at Sun Microsystems, The Walt Disney Company, and Frito-Lay.
Amy is a sought-after speaker on business transformation, change management, and diversity. Her extensive experience in HR has made her a valuable resource for organisations looking to enhance employee experience and drive growth. With a proven track record in both large corporations and startups, Amy continues to influence the field of human resources.
Topics, sessions and talks
In her session, Amy Cappellanti-Wolf, CHRO at Symantec, will address the complex challenges executive teams face due to market pressures, disruptive technology, and talent competition. She emphasises the importance of focusing on both top and bottom lines in today’s dynamic enterprise environment. Attendees will learn effective processes and systems to prioritise talent during transformations, equipping HR leaders with the tools to successfully navigate change and foster a thriving organisational culture.
In her session, Amy Cappellanti-Wolf explores the intersection of technology and human resources, addressing the challenges of maintaining a human-centric approach in a tech-driven workplace. Drawing from her experience navigating rapid business acquisitions, she will share strategies for effectively leveraging technology in HR. Attendees will learn how to develop an HR strategy that not only addresses real business challenges but also prioritises employee engagement and well-being, ensuring the “human” remains at the heart of Human Resources.
In her session, Amy Cappellanti-Wolf, CHRO at Symantec, will discuss the essential role of diversity and inclusion in today’s global businesses. She will highlight how a workforce that reflects its customer base enhances understanding and service. Amy will introduce the concept of the “diversity multiplier” and share effective practices for fostering an inclusive environment. Attendees will learn how a robust talent strategy not only benefits employees but also delivers significant advantages for customers and shareholders alike.
Amy Cappellanti-Wolf will address the critical role of change management in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, emphasising that people are central to successful transitions. She highlights the importance of effective planning and execution to ensure smooth integration or divestment of assets. Attendees will learn how to prioritise change management and optimise team resources across various functions, ultimately enhancing the success of their organisational transformations.
Amy Cappellanti-Wolf, CHRO at Symantec, will delve into the critical role of organisational culture in driving business growth. She will highlight how aligning culture with business strategy can lead to significant increases in profitability, customer satisfaction, and employee engagement. Attendees will learn practical tools and processes to cultivate a high-performance culture that supports their business objectives, ensuring that their unique culture not only differentiates them from competitors but also propels their company towards success.
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Amy Cappellanti-Wolf structures her sessions around a practitioner-led framework, drawing directly from her experience leading HR through mergers, acquisitions, and IPOs at companies such as Symantec, Cisco, and Silver Spring Networks. She introduces defined concepts — such as the "diversity multiplier" — to give audiences a transferable model, then pairs these with process-level guidance on talent prioritisation and HR strategy development.
Amy Cappellanti-Wolf's sessions cover enterprise transformation, HR technology strategy, and diversity and inclusion. She serves as Chief Human Resources Officer at Symantec, with prior HR leadership roles at Cisco Systems, Sun Microsystems, The Walt Disney Company, and Frito-Lay spanning startups to Fortune 500 organisations.
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