This document discusses the evolution of HR business partners at Conservation International, a nonprofit environmental organization. It describes how HR shifted from administrative and tactical support to become strategic partners aligned with the organization's priorities. HR business partners now play a variety of roles like operations manager, championing talent standards, and responding to emergencies. They work to understand the business, offer solutions, and lead the way in building consensus. The document outlines best practices for HR business partners and notes that they are now more strategic, advising and coaching at business meetings to create new efficiencies across Conservation International.