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Purpose / Objectives

To propose actions, projects and suggestions that improve the lives of workers along with building more productive companies and a more prosperous entire country.

Coordinator: Elle Denton
elle.denton@britcham.cl | Youtube

COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES 2025

Contaremos con las destacadas participaciones de Ignacia Lopez Vives y Carolina Flisfisch, socias de Cariola Díez Pérez-Cotapos, quienes compartirán su experiencia y visión sobre este tema clave para la GestiónLaboral y organizacional.

Este encuentro será una oportunidad para comprender los alcances legales de la nueva normativa y conversar sobre las MejoresPrácticas que las empresas pueden implementar en materia de cumplimiento y protección de la información de sus colaboradores.

▪️ 𝗙𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮: Miércoles. 𝟤𝟤 de octubre de 𝟤𝟢𝟤𝟧, 𝟢𝟫:𝟢𝟢 horas
▪️ 𝗟𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗿: Oficinas de Cariola Díez Pérez – Cotapos (Av. Andrés Bello 𝟤𝟩𝟣𝟣, Piso 24, Torre Costanera, Las Condes)

𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗮 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘀. 𝗖𝘂𝗽𝗼𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘀.

𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝗰𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀: https://lnkd.in/g2DGKuvi

BritCham Chile addressed the real-world uses of Artificial Intelligence in Human Resources

The British-Chilean Chamber of Commerce (BritCham Chile) held a new session of its Human Capital Committee this Wednesday, focusing on Real-World Use Cases of Artificial Intelligence in Human Resources. This session analyzed the opportunities and challenges this technology poses for people management.

The event featured presentations by Romina Aguilera, Senior Manager of People Advisory Services at EY, and Nicolás Alarcón, Senior Consultant in AI for HR at EY, who shared reflections and concrete experiences on the impact of AI on workplace practices. During the session, it was highlighted that AI can create content, generate ideas, converse naturally, and support decisions; however, the importance of the human role in supervising, adjusting, and protecting, thus ensuring ethics, confidentiality, and organizational culture, was underscored.

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The British Chilean Chamber of Commerce (BritCham Chile), through its Human Capital Committee, hosted an insightful session on “AI in the Workplace and its Impact on Human Resources”, held at PwC Chile’s offices in Las Condes.

The activity featured Roberto Guldenaar, Manager of Digital and Artificial Intelligence at PwC Chile’s Technology team, who delivered a presentation on how Generative AI, advanced analytics and digital transformation are reshaping the future of human capital management. The session was opened by Christian Blanchard, Human Capital Director of PwC, who highlighted the Chamber’s commitment to providing members with strategic insights on emerging technologies.

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Key Labor Reforms in Chile: Implementation and Challenges, Human Capital Committee

The British-Chilean Chamber of Commerce (BritCham Chile) held a new session of its Human Capital Committee, which addressed the “Major Labor Reforms in Chile: Implementation and Challenges.” The event brought together representatives from member companies, labor law experts, and members of the business community interested in the profound changes shaping the world of work in Chile.

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BritCham Chile Addresses Training and Tax Exemption System in New Human Capital Committee Session

The Chilean-British Chamber of Commerce (BritCham Chile) held a new session of its Human Capital Committee today, focusing on key topics related to training and the use of the tax exemption system as a development tool for individuals and organizations.

The session featured presentations by María Gabriella Battaini, Director of Adecco Training Chile, and Marcela Lorenzo, Business Manager at Just4U, who shared their insights and experience regarding the mission of the National Training and Employment Service (SENCE) and its main instruments: training programs, tax exemption system, and employment subsidies—all aimed at improving individual employability and enhancing business productivity.

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Human Capital Committee holds successful session on Diversity and Inclusion from a Labor Relations Perspective

The Human Capital Committee of BritCham Chile held the session “Diversity and Inclusion from a Labor Relations Perspective” to promote inclusive workplace cultures. Jaime Parada (Equalite Partner) and Carolina González (Inchcape Chile) addressed national and global challenges in diversity, highlighting the cultural tensions between traditional perceptions and evolving organizational models. They emphasized the importance of empathy, respect, and inclusive HR policies in adapting to social, legislative, and technological changes. BritCham Chile reaffirmed its commitment to fostering equitable work environments and will continue supporting dialogue and best practices to strengthen corporate inclusion and sustainability.

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Analysis of the First Meeting of BritCham Chile’s Human Capital Committee: “Culture of Respect: A Positive Framework for the Karin Law”

Santiago, January 9, 2025 – In a key event for the evolution of organizational culture in Chile, the Chilean-British Chamber of Commerce (BritCham) held the first meeting of the year of its Human Capital Committee, titled “Culture of Respect: A Positive Framework for the Karin Law.” The session brought together experts and professionals from the sector to discuss the impact and implementation of the new legislation, aiming to transform labor relations toward a model based on respect and equity.

Held at BritCham Chile’s offices, the event featured Equalité consultants Jaime Parada and Marcelo Torrealba, who presented an innovative perspective on the Karin Law, emphasizing its cultural dimension beyond legal compliance.

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2025 Human Capital Committee Meetings

We invite all member companies of the Chamber who want to join the Human Capital Committee in this year 2025.

  • CCH Activity, Cultura del  Respecto: un marco positivo para la Ley Karin, January 9, 09:00 hrs DONE
  • 2025 Planification Meeting, March 13, 09:00 hrs.
  • CCH Activity, TBC, April 10, 09:00 hrs.
  • CCH Roundtable, TBC, May 15, 09:00 hrs.
  • CCH Activity, TBC, June 12, 09:00 hrs.
  • CCH Roundtable, TBC, July 10, 09:00 hrs.
  • CCH Activity, TBC, August 14, 09:00 hrs.
  • CCH Roundtable, TBC, September 11, 09:00 hrs.
  • CCH Activity, TBC, October 9, 09:00 hrs.
  • CCH Roundtable, TBC, November 13, 09:00 hrs.
  • 2025 Final Meeting, December 11, 09:00 hrs.

If you need any assistance, please contact the coordinator of the Committee Paulina Galaz (paulina.galaz@britcham.cl).

TEAM

Ignacia López

PRESIDENT
 Partner, Cariola Diez Pérez-Cotapos

Verónica Oquendo

VICE PRESIDENT
Country Head of Human Resources - HSBC Chile

Paulina Galaz

COMMITTEE COORDINATOR
Relationship Manager, BritCham
capital.humano@britcham.cl
MEMBERS

Alex Stewart
Barros&Errazuriz
Carey
Deloitte
EY
HAYS
KPMG
Marsh
O4 Outplacement
Pryor Consulting Chile SA
PWC
Scotiabank

COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES 2024

Practical workshop on the Karin Law: Practical Implementation for Prevention and Internal Investigations

On Thursday, October 10, a key event was held at the Morales & Besa offices, focused on the Karin Law, a regulation that introduces significant changes in the framework of the prevention and management of complaints in companies. This workshop was aimed at professionals in the legal and human resources area, who seek to align themselves with the new legal requirements and strengthen their prevention strategies and management of internal investigations.
The main speakers at the event were Claudia Sarmiento, partner at SWG, and Valentina Morales, partner at Morales & Besa, both leading experts in labor law and corporate regulations. Her experience provided valuable perspective to attendees, who actively participated in the discussion on best practices for implementing Karin’s Law.

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Talk about the New Karin Law: Scopes and Challenges for Companies

Last Thursday, August 29 at 4:00 p.m., an informative talk titled “New Karin Law: Scope and Challenges for Companies” was held, organized by the Legal Committee and the Human Capital Committee of the British Chilean Chamber of Commerce. . The event had Senator Matías Walker as speaker and guest of honor and took place at the Guerrero Olivos Offices and had the participation of prominent professionals and experts in labor law.

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Taller Práctico sobre la Implementación de la Ley de 40 Horas con Enfoque en el Artículo 22

El 25 de abril de 2024, el Comité de Capital Humano de la Cámara Chileno Británica de Comercio (BritCham) organizó un taller práctico sobre la implementación de la Ley de 40 horas, con un enfoque especial en el Artículo 22. Este evento tuvo lugar en las oficinas de Cariola Diez Pérez Cotapos, contando con la participación de Ignacia López, socia de Cariola y presidenta del Comité, junto con Brenda Herrera, Gerente General de Adecco, como expositoras invitadas.

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