Our purpose is to advance Strategic Workforce Planning as a recognised profession and strengthen the capability of the people and organisations shaping the future of work. We bring together professional learning, certification, research, global conferences and a connected practitioner community to build knowledge, elevate standards and turn workforce planning into meaningful organisational impact.
Advocacy
We champion Strategic Workforce Planning and the professionals who practise it, strengthening its voice, visibility and influence.
Connection
We connect practitioners with each other, with organisations, knowledge, learning and opportunities across the global profession.
Collaboration
We believe better workforce planning comes from sharing diverse knowledge, experience and ideas across our global community.
Recognition
We recognise professional capability, good practice, innovation and the contribution workforce planners make to their organisations.
Our Story
Founded
WPI was founded to advance the practice and profession of Strategic Workforce Planning.
First Conference
We launched our first global conference, bringing practitioners together to share ideas and insights.
Global Growth
Our community grew across industries, sectors and geographies.
Professional Certification
We introduced CP-SWP to recognise workforce planning expertise globally.
Today
WPI continues to lead, connect and advance the global workforce planning profession.
WPI Leadership Team
Meet the leadership team driving The Institute’s vision, growth and commitment to advancing the workforce planning profession globally.
Nick Kennedy
Founder
Julia Clarke
CEO
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