On October 17, LavoroSolutions, in partnership with EUROUZ, held a conference titled "Effective Strategies for Employee Retention and Talent Development in a Highly Competitive Labor Market." Participants actively shared case studies, expert opinions, and discussed labor market trends in Uzbekistan. The interactive format made the event both engaging and productive.
The conference opened with a speech from LavoroSolutions Director, Elizaveta Raitina, who welcomed attendees and emphasized the importance of exchanging new business insights. As a representative of EUROUZ, Elizaveta introduced the European Leadership Academy, highlighting the platform’s benefits for developing leadership in various industries.
Key Presentations
Diana Kargaeva, Head of Professional Recruitment at LavoroSolutions, discussed the significance of labor market research, explaining the ideal timing for launching these studies and the tools required for obtaining objective data. She presented "Talent Mapping" as one of the key analytic instruments, addressing its role in guiding HR decisions. Diana also delved into the role of external salary reviews, providing concrete examples of unique roles currently emerging in the market.
Anna Burova, Head of HR Consulting at LavoroSolutions, gave a comprehensive presentation on strategic HR management and how companies can adapt to the ongoing changes in workforce dynamics. She emphasized the importance of building personal HR competencies, and participants engaged in a 20-minute group coaching session. Attendees were also given an AI-driven HR checklist and an action plan to navigate the challenges HR professionals will face over the next decade.
Managing Cultural Diversity
Oksana Novojenina, LavoroSolutions consultant and business coach, explored the theme of "Managing Relationships at the Intersection of National and Organizational Cultures." Her presentation highlighted the crucial role of understanding intercultural differences, addressing how businesses can leverage cultural diversity to enhance organizational effectiveness. Oksana shared key strategies for conflict resolution and fostering a tolerant work environment. She explained that rather than making assumptions based on nationality, leaders should focus on learning about cultural contexts to improve teamwork and communication.
Key takeaways from Oksana’s presentation included:
Legal and Tax Insights
The legal segment of the conference featured Ulugbek Allaberdiev, a legal expert, who discussed the "Legal Foundations of Labor Activities in Uzbekistan." He provided critical insights into labor regulations and tax mechanisms that companies can leverage for optimizing employment conditions. Special attention was given to the benefits available to IT park residents, highlighting how these organizations can reduce tax burdens and remain competitive. Ulugbek also compared employment regulations for Uzbek citizens, foreigners, and stateless individuals, focusing on differences in tax obligations and the advantages offered to IT park employees.
Ulugbek’s presentation was a pivotal moment for the audience, offering strategic guidance on optimizing tax expenditure and better understanding Uzbekistan’s labor regulations.
Overall, the conference provided a valuable platform for HR professionals to exchange knowledge, gain new perspectives, and explore effective strategies for workforce management in Uzbekistan.
