Congratulations to Chris Collins on receiving the 2025 HCM Excellence Award!

Congratulations to Chris Collins, ILR Human Resources Professor and Director of Graduate Programs, on receiving the 2025 HCM Excellence Award alongside colleague Brad Bell. Presented by Brandon Hall Group™, these awards honor innovation and impact in human capital management across the globe. This year’s competition drew entries from six continents, with winners recognized for advancing fields such as leadership development, HR strategy, and the future of work. Chris’s recognition highlights the ILR School’s global leadership in shaping the next generation of HR excellence.