
UAFS - Center For Economic Development
70 South 7th
Fort Smith, AR 72901
Beyond Survival: Building Resilient, Adaptable Teams for the Future of HR
Presented by Kristi Straw, MBA SPHR of Lighthouse Leadership Consultants (Charlotte, NC)
WAHRA
July 8, 2025 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
HR leaders are no longer just managing change -- they're navigating unchartered waters where resilience and adaptability are the anchors for success. This session dives in to the UNICORN Leader framework, an innovative approach that equips HR professionals with the skills to cultivate high EI, future-ready teams capable of thriving amidst disruption.? Join us as Kristi shares the seven core pillars of the UNICORN Leadership framework: Unified Visionary, Nimble-Nurturing, Inclusive Innovator, Compassionate Communicator, Optimistic Strategist, Resilient Leader, and Networked Noble Navigator. Each pillar represents actionable strategies to foster a culture of resilience, empower employees, and drive innovation for sustainable success. Participants will leave with a blueprint for for strategic resilience that moves beyond simply surviving disruption but rather embracing it for lasting impact.