What does it take to lead global payroll operations across 30+ countries at one of the world’s most closely watched companies? Find out firsthand on Thursday, May 28 at 4 PM ET when we sit down with Carolyn Hayden-Garner, CPP, PLP — Payroll Director at Tesla, where she oversees all payroll operations spanning the Americas, 29 European countries, and India. With a 30-year career that includes executive roles at CBRE and Northrop Grumman, Carolyn brings rare, hard-won perspective on navigating complexity, scaling operations, and leading high-stakes teams at the highest levels of global business.

Beyond her operational mastery, Carolyn is a recognized force for leadership and impact — named a 2024 Hallmark Mahogany Honoree, a PayrollOrg keynote speaker, and an NBA All-Star Game Changer Award recipient, among many other distinctions. She is also the founder of the nonprofit Mothers Shut In and a National Board Trustee for Boys & Girls Clubs of America. This session is a rare opportunity to engage with a leader who has not only built and transformed world-class organizations, but who leads with purpose at every level. You won’t want to miss it.