The Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) Annual Conference is the central event of the year where Industrial-Organizational Psychologists and practitioners push the boundaries of research, technology, and workplace innovation and deepen connections within the I-O community. At FMP, we are passionate about sharing our expertise and thought leadership while continuously expanding our network within the I-O community. Beyond participating in insightful discussions at the conference, we bring back the latest trends and insights to our clients—ensuring they remain at the forefront of talent management and organizational effectiveness.

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FMP team members at SIOP 2024

I am looking forward to discussing how our unique industrial-organizational psychology skill set and knowledge can serve as valuable assets during this period of massive layoffs, workforce disruptions, rapid AI advancements, and broader economic and social shifts. Industrial-organizational psychologists are particularly well-positioned to help both organizations and employees navigate these challenges.Lesley Perkins, PhD, Managing Consultant

am looking forward to sharing as a panelist on the topic “What Makes I-O Psychology Work in the Federal Government Unique?” This panel has room for fruitful discussion, especially now. I am also looking forward to connecting with FMPers, former classmates, and professors, and networking with current and potential clients. Finally, SIOP is a space to learn about cutting-edge work in the field of I-O that can be applied to FMP as we grow and advance. I am looking forward to the wealth of knowledge I will gain from the sessions. Roxanne Lawrence, PhD, Senior Consultant

I am looking forward to connecting with new and old colleagues to learn what they have been up to! Someone always has a nugget of information that helps me think about or approach my job or a project in a new way. Caitlin Briggs, PhD, Consultant

I am looking forward to sharing some of the exciting, impactful work we have conducted for clients over the years; work that has driven real, meaningful change. I look forward to hearing more about the role of AI in the workplace and where there might be some challenges/limitations that we need to be strategic about when using AI. Candace Blair Cronin, PhD, Senior Advisor

I am looking forward to learning more about employee innovation and intrapreneurship at SIOP 2025. – Chi-Leigh Warren, Intern

I’ve met so many amazing people in this industry and it is such a beautiful experience to get to reconnect once a year at SIOP now that we’re scattered across the country. I can’t wait to reconnect with familiar faces and to meet some new ones! – Julie Jasewicz, Consultant

Session TitleFMP PresentersDate/Time (MT)
Integrated ML Methods and Integrity: Reactions to Machine Learning in SelectionChi-Leigh Warren, PhD, InternThursday, April 3
What Makes I-O Psychology Work in the Modern World?Caitlin Briggs, PhD, Consultant
Candace Blair Cronin, PhD, Senior Advisor
Roxanne Lawrence, PhD, Senior Consultant
Thursday, April 3
Showcasing the Value of IO to Non-IOs: Insights from SIOP White Paper AuthorsMarni Falcone, Managing ConsultantThursday, April 3
Refining Performance: Embracing Neurodiversity in the WorkplaceLesley Perkins, PhD, Managing ConsultantFriday, April 4
The Consultant’s Playbook: Igniting Impact Across the Scientist Practitioner SpectrumLesley Perkins, PhD, Managing ConsultantSaturday, April 5

At FMP, thought leadership isn’t just about sharing—it’s about learning, evolving, and applying new insights to drive impactful solutions for our clients. We hope to see you in Denver!


Marni Falcone

Marni Falcone has over 15 years working on and leading human capital projects for the public and non-profit sectors. Ms. Falcone’s areas of expertise include competency modeling, applied training and development, competency/skill gap assessment and analysis, job/competency analysis, and employee selection. Ms. Falcone is also a member of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP), the International Personnel Assessment Council (IPAC), and the 2022 President of the Personnel Testing Council of Metropolitan Washington (PTCMW). Ms. Falcone received her MA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from George Mason University, is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), and Certified Scrum Master (CSM).