[Brussels, November 18, 2024] – The Belgian Association of HR Professionals, hrpro.be, proudly presented its first-ever HR Hero Award to Prof. Dirk Buyens during its annual national conference. This distinguished award celebrates individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the field of human resources, exemplifying leadership, innovation, and dedication to advancing HR practices. Each year, the HR Hero Award will honor an individual whose exceptional efforts in practice, teaching, research, or thought leadership have significantly advanced the growth and development of the HR profession. Rather than being the result of a competitive process, the award serves as a heartfelt recognition of the recipient’s enduring impact and their commitment to the values of the HR community. The recipient holds the lifetime title of HR Hero, a distinction that reflects their ongoing dedication to the core principles and integrity of the HR profession. This year, Prof. Dirk Buyens was celebrat