Debra Gardner
Chief People Officer, LSL
Debra integrated the People function directly into enterprise strategy, focusing on AI-driven analytics and adaptive operating models. She co-led strategic workforce planning that rolled out ChatGPT Enterprise to 150 colleagues and launched AI/ML learning pathways. Commercially, she steered the 2025 LTIP through RemCo and shareholder consultations, reinforcing investor confidence. Her leadership saw engagement scores for enablement reach 77%, exceeding industry benchmarks. Additionally, Debra contributed significant thought leadership to the profession with her published analysis on the future of HR (2025–2035), positioning herself as a forward-looking architect of organisational performance.