Russell Weaver analyzes data and builds tools to help the public and policymakers see patterns and make informed decisions around equality and sustainability issues.

ILR School Events
See all eventseCornell Keynote: HR analytics has evolved from a novel approach to a fundamental business necessity, with 2025 bringing heightened expectations and capabilities. Organizations are now leveraging advanced analytical platforms to not only drive real-time talent management but also help guide leadership decisions that drive business success. Host Lisa Csencsits from Cornell’s ILR School will lead this discussion with Merck’s Beth Perrone, SVP of Talent, and Jeremy Shapiro, AVP of Workforce Analytics. The three will focus on practical applications of cutting-edge analytical tools that are reshaping talent management and leadership decision-making in 2025. What You'll Learn How leading-edge analytical tools are changing the HR landscapeWays to integrate analytics into leadership conversations, engaging senior leadership and boards of directorsHow and where to place guardrails when leveraging analyticsStrategies for building on insights and using them to inform decisions at your organization Speakers Lisa Csencsits, Director, Leadership Development and Human Capital Management Professional Programs, CAHRS, Cornell ILR School Beth Perrone, Senior Vice President, HR, and Chief Talent & Strategy Officer, Merck & Co. Jeremy Shapiro, Associate Vice President, Workforce Analytics, Merck & Co.

Graduate Programs for Workplace Leaders
The ILR School's four graduate degrees in workplace studies are led by faculty whose teaching and research influences individuals and organizations around the world. Through these programs, students explore topics such as labor relations, human resources and organizational behavior, empowering graduates to lead and transform today's dynamic workplaces.

Santiago Anria came to the ILR School’s Department of Global Labor and Work in the fall of 2023. His research focuses on social movements and parties in Latin America.

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the Future of Work.
The Martin P. Catherwood Library is the most comprehensive resource on labor and employment in North America, offering expert research support through reference services, instruction, online guides and access to premier collections.
