Gildan and Vitalant HR Chiefs to Headline McLean & Company Signature 2026

Gildan’s Chief Human Resources Officer Brooke Ferguson and Vitalant’s Chief People Officer Manny Ocasio join a lineup focused on navigating the complexities of modern corporate change. Scheduled for October 4-6 at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, the conference addresses the growing pressure on HR departments to prove their value during periods of integration and shifting operational goals.

Ocasio will center his keynote, "From Intent to Impact: Powering HR Transformation," on the practical application of objectives and key results. He intends to demonstrate how disciplined goal-setting helped his team maintain focus during a complex ERP implementation, offering attendees a blueprint for translating high-level strategy into visible organizational outcomes.

Ferguson’s presentation, "Leading People Through a Company-Defining Transformation," draws on her direct experience managing the integration of HanesBrands into Gildan. Her session will explore the friction between operational integration and culture-building, specifically addressing how HR leaders can sustain momentum and align leadership teams when business priorities feel perpetually urgent. McLean & Company President Jennifer Rozon noted that the inclusion of these speakers provides attendees with real-world perspectives on turning strategic intent into coordinated, measurable action.