Unconventional resources have become the new conventional in North America. They are reshuffling global market forces and stimulating innovation and competition. At the same time, the energy reform in Mexico is opening-up a major resource play of global scale, which will provide new portfolio options for regional players. SBC will provide a view of these current market dynamics, and their implications.

Conjointly, the landscape for HR has changed; stimulated by an insatiable growth and by the search for higher returns. New ways of working are emerging, with new roles requiring different competencies or experience. Yet the overlaying effects of the industry macro cycles are still present and are straining the system. Talent and experience are scarce resources and will continue to be for the medium term. New regional opportunities, as in the case of Mexico, will further increase competition in the short term for experienced talent.

SBC will facilitate a discussion on the significance and magnitude of these changes for HR, including lessons learned from the recent past and ways to navigate the upcoming challenges, etc.