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HR Tech Outlook proudly acknowledges and celebrates visionary leaders who transform workplace culture and enhance employee engagement. The Top 10 Employee Experience Leaders - 2025 honors those who redefine the employee journey through HR analytics, AI-driven talent management, workforce automation, employee wellness platforms and remote work solutions, leveraging innovative strategies and a people-centric approach. Their dedication to improving workplace experiences sets a new standard for excellence and inspires organizations to foster inclusive, engaging and high-performing environments.
Director of Inclusive Employee Experience, Emerson
Andrea (Andi) Blaylock, LCSW, CEAP, SAP, is the Global Director of Inclusive Employee Experience at Emerson, where she leads employee listening, workplace inclusivity, and wellbeing initiatives—integrating them into a cohesive employee experience strategy. With over 20 years in workplace mental health and HR, she has consulted across industries, training organizations on the impact of mental health in the workplace. A licensed clinical social worker, she remains active in civic and nonprofit work and previously maintained a part-time couples counseling practice.
Director of Global Employee Experience, Allegion
Maigen Rowe is Director of Global Employee Experience at Allegion, where she leads culture and engagement strategies for a global workforce. With over 20 years in HR and a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach certification, she blends data-driven insights with a people-first mindset. Her work has helped Allegion earn consecutive Gallup Exceptional Workplace Awards and launch programs that foster inclusive, high-performing environments. Recognizing Rowe’s people-first leadership and strategic approach to culture-building, this exclusive feature highlights her journey in shaping employee experience at Allegion.
Director of Employee Experience, Waste Connections
Tracy Allensworth is the Employee Experience Director at Waste Connections, where she has been instrumental in shaping workplace culture and employee engagement strategies. With a career spanning education, human resources and organizational development, she brings a deep understanding of individual motivations, learning styles and workplace dynamics to her role. With experience in both public and private organizations, Allensworth has played a key role in identifying employee needs, addressing organizational challenges and driving cultural transformation. Her expertise in leadership development and organizational strategy ensures that employees feel valued, engaged and empowered to succeed.