HR.com Appoints Brent Skinner as Executive Community Leader for Future of Payroll and Workforce Management

In a move that underscores the growing importance of payroll and workforce management in the human resources landscape, HR.com has appointed Brent Skinner as its executive community leader for the Future of Payroll and Workforce Management. This strategic appointment aims to enhance HR expertise, resources, and strategies in the payroll sector, preparing HR professionals for the evolving demands of the workplace.

Skinner, an accomplished subject matter expert in human capital management (HCM), brings nearly two decades of experience to this pivotal role. As the industry analyst covering payroll, human resources information systems (HRIS), and workforce management (WFM), Skinner is poised to make significant contributions to the field. His appointment to HR.com's Future of Payroll advisory board further solidifies his commitment to working alongside thought leaders to establish industry standards, identify relevant research topics, and develop common metrics and educational resources.

The vision Skinner brings to this role is centered on creating a dynamic environment where payroll professionals can connect, collaborate, and share knowledge. This approach is designed to address industry challenges, foster innovation in payroll practices, and empower practitioners to excel in their roles. Additionally, Skinner aims to strengthen the relationship between payroll and HR professionals, developing resources that will enable Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs) and other HR leaders to optimize their proficiency in payroll matters.

Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com, emphasized the strategic importance of Skinner's expertise, stating that it will empower the organization to support HR leaders in navigating payroll solutions while guiding global payroll providers in creating more effective and innovative products. This appointment reinforces HR.com's commitment to driving progress and delivering value to both the HR and payroll communities.

Skinner's extensive background in the HCM space includes experience in podcasting, public speaking, vendor analysis, and research. His broad expertise spans content development, understanding of the competitive HCM landscape, and insights into the marketplace's overall composition. Throughout his career, Skinner has collaborated with executives on thought leadership initiatives, partnered with sales, marketing, and customer success teams, and contributed commentary to trade publications.

Prior to joining HR.com, Skinner founded Open Window Strategies LLC and co-founded 3Sixty Insights, where he led the industry analyst practice covering HCM. His experience also includes roles as the technology editor for HRO Today and as an industry analyst at Nucleus Research. Skinner's vendor-side experience in HCM encompasses partnerships with executives in areas such as product marketing, evangelism, content creation, sales enablement, and thought leadership at companies including isolved, Cornerstone, and Dayforce.

This appointment comes at a crucial time for the HR industry, as organizations increasingly recognize the strategic importance of effective payroll and workforce management systems. Skinner's leadership is expected to drive innovation, foster collaboration, and elevate the payroll profession within the broader context of human resources management.

For HR professionals and business leaders, Skinner's appointment signals an opportunity to engage with cutting-edge insights and resources in payroll and workforce management. As organizations navigate the complexities of modern workforce dynamics, the expertise and community-building initiatives led by Skinner at HR.com are poised to provide valuable support and guidance.

HR.com's commitment to advancing the HR profession is evident in this strategic appointment, which aligns with the organization's mission to help HR professionals build meaningful careers and find optimal solutions to enhance job performance. With Skinner at the helm of the Future of Payroll and Workforce Management community, HR professionals can anticipate a wealth of new resources, collaborative opportunities, and innovative strategies to address the evolving challenges in payroll and workforce management.