Ron also recognized that HR was a global profession," Meisinger said, "and created what was then called the International Institute of Human Resources, which provided information, resources and networking opportunities for HR professionals with international responsibilities. He was a critical force in creating the World Federation of People Management Associations and hosted the first World Congress of Human Resources in the Washington, D.C., area. As the importance of global competencies increased, eventually these information and resources were made a part of the standard member benefit package, eliminating the need for a separate institute.