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September 16-18, 2025 | Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas

HR Tech Las Vegas

September 16-18, 2025 | Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas

Consultants: Here is Your HR Tech Playbook

 

You’re the Trusted Advisor—We’re Here to Strengthen Your Edge

 

Advise with Authority. Recommend with Confidence.

Access expert insights, explore emerging solutions hands-on, and gain the knowledge you need to guide clients confidently—from choosing the right vendors to ensuring successful rollouts.

Lead the Change—For Every Client You Advise

See how top organizations are selecting and implementing HR technologies, learn where the market is heading, and gain insights that sharpen your consulting impact.

Live product demos, strategic sessions, and real-world case studies give you the clarity and confidence to advise clients on tools and strategies that drive results—backed by perspectives that differentiate your expertise in a competitive market.

► Discover emerging HR tech trends shaping tomorrow’s workplaces

► Sharpen your recommendations with independent, market-tested insights

► Find out what’s delivering real impact for organizations across industries

► Bring back proven approaches to drive client adoption and measurable impact

Your Shortlist of Must-See Highlights

 

  • HR Tech 2025 Demos

    In-Depth Demos

    Take a deep dive into products that go beyond what you see in booths to understand the full capabilities. Our Demo Theaters offer a focused environment away from the expo hustle.

  • HR Tech 2025 Case Studies

    Case Studies

    Discover the results, pitfalls, triumphs and lessons learned of HR solutions designed and implemented in response to a particular challenge in our Case Study sessions.

  • AI-Powered Playground

    Dive into five powerful zones: Recruiting & TA, Employee Experience, Predictive Analytics, Chatbots & Virtual Assistants, and Learning & Development. It’s hands-on, high-energy, and packed with the tech reshaping how work gets done.

  • HR Tech Talks

    HR Tech Talks

    Inspired by TED Talks, industry leaders present the latest in HR technology through dynamic, fast-paced sessions designed to energize and enlighten.

  • HR Tech 2025 Startup Pavilion

    Startup Pavilion

    See the future of HR technology unveiled. Meet pioneering entrepreneurs and see firsthand how their transformative products are solving real-world problems in the industry's largest gathering of startups.



 

Sessions That Speak to You

This agenda is a starting point—selected for consultants. Explore these highlights, then dive deeper into the full agenda to see what else aligns with your goals.

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8:30 AM
  1. Essential Steps to Creating a Future-Ready Organization
    Oceanside C Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Women in HR Tech Keynote
    The world is changing, and organizations must prioritize future readiness to stay competitive. This session will delve into the critical aspects of building a future-ready organization, emphasizing th ...
    Sarah Hodges
    Sarah Hodges, CMO - UKG
9:30 AM
  1. Integrating AI Coaching Into Your Organizational Culture
    Oceanside B Ballroom
    40 mins
    • Women in HR Tech Breakout Session
    AI has forever changed the coaching function. Always on and always available, AI coaching’s capabilities include aligning with skills and situations and scaling across the business. With the potential ...
    Dani Johnson
    Dani Johnson, Co-Founder and Principal Analyst - RedThread Research
    Grace Good
    Grace Good, Senior Learning Experience Designer - HubSpot
  2. Leveraging the Power of Assessments
    Oceanside C Ballroom
    40 mins
    • Women in HR Tech Breakout Session
    There’s no doubt that being able to glean deeper insights results in better decision-making. Few HR tools can support this goal almost every step of the way, from pre-hire to L&D, and from skills mana ...
    Christina Norris-Watts
    Christina Norris-Watts, Head of Assessment & People Practices - Johnson & Johnson
    Stacey Harris
    Stacey Harris, Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner - Sapient Insights Group
  3. The Myths Behind Gender Cognitive Skills: What AI Reveals About Hiring, Bias, and Belonging
    Oceanside D Ballroom
    40 mins
    • Women in HR Tech Breakout Session
    Are men really better at math? Are women inherently stronger in emotional intelligence or multitasking? Science says no—but outdated myths still shape how talented people are judged and hired. In this ...
    Crystal Miller Lay
    Crystal Miller Lay, Chief Executive Officer - GBS Companies
10:30 AM
  1. The Power Play: Building Political Capital and Influence in the Age of AI
    Oceanside D Ballroom
    40 mins
    • Women in HR Tech Breakout Session
    In an era where AI is reshaping work as we know it, women in HR, tech, and leadership roles face unique challenges and opportunities. AI-driven transformations are accelerating decision-making, shifti ...
    Lydia Wu
    Lydia Wu, Founder - Oops, Did I Think That Out Loud
  2. Leadership Lessons Learned at the Pediatric Hospital
    Oceanside B Ballroom
    40 mins
    • Women in HR Tech Breakout Session
    HR professionals are so busy managing the business and dealing with employee relations issues. When an employee has a sick child, we’re empathetic; however, it can be a vastly different experience whe ...
    Ami Graves
    Ami Graves, Chief Human Resources Officer - Bell Techlogix, Inc.
  3. Recruiting Life Hacks: One Size Never Fits All
    Oceanside C Ballroom
    40 mins
    • Women in HR Tech Breakout Session
    Whether large, small, or mid-sized, each organization has unique recruiting requirements, necessitating specific capabilities to ensure a great candidate experience and hiring outcomes. All recruiting ...
    Candice Coker
    Candice Coker, Talent Acquisition Manager - Total Education Solutions
    Erin Spencer
    Erin Spencer, Senior Research Analyst - Deloitte
11:30 AM
  1. Hurry Up, Catch Up: Women in HR Getting Ahead of the AI Game
    Oceanside C Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Women in HR Tech Keynote
    Women business leaders are at the forefront of change, and that includes adopting modern technologies. It’s no surprise that AI is on the top of most lists, especially with the forecasted proliferatio ...
    Corey Spencer
    Corey Spencer, VP of Platform and AI - UKG
    Jenny Dearborn
    Jenny Dearborn, CHRO - BTS
    Ekta Vyas
    Ekta Vyas, Chief Human Resources Officer - Keck Medicine of USC
    Teri Zipper
    Teri Zipper, CEO and Managing Partner - Sapient Insights
12:30 PM
  1. HR Reimagined
    Oceanside B Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Workforce and technology disruption are combining to create a significant opportunity for the HR function to lead the business to architect the future of the human and machine workforce. The next wave ...
    Kyle Forrest
    Kyle Forrest, US Future of HR Leader - Deloitte Consulting LLP
1:45 PM
  1. Demystifying AI Agents for HR: What HR Leaders Need to Know?
    Oceanside D Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    AI is reshaping how organizations operate, and HR leaders are in a key position to guide the transformation. This session will break down the complex world of AI Agents for HR and give CHROs practical ...
    Allan Sabol
    Allan Sabol, Sr. Director of AI Product Management - ServiceNow
    Kelley Steven-Waiss
    Kelley Steven-Waiss, Chief Transformation Officer - ServiceNow
3:00 PM
  1. From Boomers to Zoomers: Health Benefit Engagement Strategies for Multi-Generational Success
    Oceanside B Ballroom
    30 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Most employees see the advantages of a technology-enabled health benefits experience, though their preferred digital interactions vary by generation. This session will explore the digital common groun ...
    Vasu Kodali
    Vasu Kodali, Head of Health & Welfare Product - Fidelity Investments
    Benjamin Isgur
    Benjamin Isgur, Vice President, Fidelity Health Thought Leadership - Fidelity Investments
3:45 PM
  1. HR Agents: Myths, Mayhem and Monumental Moments
    Mandalay Bay EH Ballroom
    60 mins
    • Keynote
    AI is everywhere, and there isn’t a function more poised for the productivity and efficiency gains, process simplification, and consumer-grade employee experiences that come from AI than HR. In this s ...
    Nickle LaMoreaux
    Nickle LaMoreaux, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer - IBM
5:00 PM
  1. Expo Hall Pub Crawl!
    Expo Hall
    120 mins
    • Expo Hall Activities
    Come join us on the expo floor to kick off the grand opening of our event with a lively Pub Crawl! Enjoy drinks, explore exhibitor booths, and connect with fellow attendees in a festive atmosphere. Ch ...
5:30 PM
  1. The Josh Bersin Company Demo | Galileo™ in Action - Revolutionizing HR with AI-Powered Insights
    Demo Theater 1 - Expo Hall
    60 mins
    • Demo Session
    Ready to see the future of HR and workplace learning in action?  Join Jeanne Rankin, SVP of Global Sales, and Gracie Orr, Manager of Product at The Josh Bersin Company (JBC), for a dynamic live demo o ...
    Jeanne Rankin
    Jeanne Rankin, SVP of Global Sales - The Josh Bersin Company
    Gracie Orr
    Gracie Orr, Manager of Product - The Josh Bersin Company
  2. Pitchfest Preliminary Round #1
    Pitchfest Theater
    60 mins
    • Pitchfest
    Take a front row seat to see 30 of the most buzz-worthy startups compete for up to $30,000 of cash prizes. Each round includes audience voting.
5:50 PM
  1. The Evolving HR Systems Buyer: How Buying Habits Are Shifting in the Age of AI
    HR Tech Talks Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • Tech Talk Session
    In this joint HR Tech Talk, Harbinger Group and Sapient Insights Group will unveil fresh research highlighting the most significant shifts in the behavior of today’s HR systems buyer. The session will ...
    Shrikant Pattathil
    Shrikant Pattathil, President and Chief Technology Officer - Harbinger Group
    Stacey Harris
    Stacey Harris, Chief Research Officer and Managing Partner - Sapient Insights Group
6:15 PM
  1. Bridging the Gap: How Five Below Unified HR Tech and Store Operations with Legion’s Workforce Management
    Case Study Theater 1 - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • Case Study Session
    In the dynamic world of retail, aligning HR technology with store operations is key to driving both employee satisfaction and operational excellence. Join Legion and Five Below's HR Tech and Store Ope ...
    Kristin Brennan
    Kristin Brennan, VP of Marketing - Legion Technologies
    Angela Roscher
    Angela Roscher, Project Manager, Store Systems - Five Below
    Marie Conger
    Marie Conger, Product Manager, HR IT - Five Below
6:30 PM
  1. Contractors Aren’t an Afterthought: Building HR Platforms for the New Workforce Reality
    HR Tech Talks Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • Tech Talk Session
    Independent contractors now make up a massive portion of the workforce—but most HR platforms weren’t built with them in mind. Managing contractors shouldn’t be a workaround; it should be a feature. In ...
8:00 AM
  1. Disrupt Everything and Win: Take Control of Your Future
    Mandalay Bay EH Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Keynote
    Disruption isn’t coming - it’s already here. From the rapid evolution of AI to seismic shifts in the global economy, changing work patterns, employee burnout, and generational transitions, today's lea ...
    Patrick Leddin
    Patrick Leddin, Author, Speaker, Senior Advisor on Culture and Leadership - FranklinCovey
    James Patterson
    James Patterson, World’s Bestselling Author
9:00 AM
  1. Expo Hall Breakfast
    Expo Hall
    90 mins
    • Expo Hall Activities
    Start your morning with a delicious breakfast served right on the Expo Hall! Fuel up for the day ahead while networking with fellow attendees and exploring exhibitor booths.  
9:10 AM
  1. How Smart Is Your AI? Why Expert Intelligence Is Key
    HR Tech Talks Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • Tech Talk Session
    Don't be fooled by the hype. Truth is, what you get out of AI is only as good as what's put into it. This session will give insight into the real power behind effective AI and guide you through the ri ...
    Edward Kim
    Edward Kim, Product Management Leader – Expert AI - WTW
    Steve Young
    Steve Young, Global Lead, Employee Experience - WTW
  2. Scaling High-Touch Service: How AllianceHCM Accelerated Onboarding by 80%
    Case Study Theater 1 - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • Case Study Session
    As client demands rise and operations scale, even high-performing HR providers can feel growing pains, especially during onboarding. In this 30-minute session, hear how AllianceHCM partnered with Setu ...
    Jake Norrholm
    Jake Norrholm, Director of Implementation at AllianceHCM - AllianceHCM
    Rachel Lyubovitzky
    Rachel Lyubovitzky, CEO - Setuply, Inc.
9:15 AM
  1. Sodales Solutions Demo | Delta Air Lines: AI for Health, Safety & Employee Relations in HR
    Demo Theater 2 - Expo Hall
    60 mins
    • Demo Session
    As HR regulations rapidly evolve, driven by shifting workforce expectations, increasing employee activism, and heightened organizational risk, employers are challenged to modernize how they ensure com ...
    Brent Love
    Brent Love, HR Tech Partner - Delta Airlines
    Jisleen Kaur
    Jisleen Kaur, Associate Director - Sodales Solutions
    Sanaa Kachach
    Sanaa Kachach, General Manager Sys Ops and Analytics - Delta Airlines
  2. Pitchfest Preliminary Round #2
    Pitchfest Theater
    60 mins
    • Pitchfest
    Take a front row seat to see 30 of the most buzz-worthy startups compete for up to $30,000 of cash prizes. Each round includes audience voting.
9:40 AM
  1. Culture Is a System: Using Benefits as an Operating Lever
    People and Culture Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • People & Culture Session
    Culture is more than lofty ideals and well-meaning mottos. It’s a complex system—one you can design, influence, and measure through the benefits and policies you implement. Pull the right levers and y ...
    Natalie Atwood
    Natalie Atwood, Chief People Officer - bswift
9:45 AM
  1. Operate to Innovate: Unlocking HR Agility
    Boundaryless HR Experience presented by Deloitte - Expo Hall
    45 mins
    • Deloitte presents The Boundaryless HR Experience
    HR technology professionals often face manual, high-risk tasks like release management, audits, and integration monitoring—activities that pull focus from more strategic initiatives. In this session, ...
10:30 AM
  1. HR Has Got the Moves: Build, Buy, Borrow, Bot
    Mandalay Bay I Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Hiring alone will not save you. Neither will reskilling in a vacuum. Winning today is not about one big bet — it is about blending every move you have to build a workforce strategy that actually works ...
    Kristin Torrence
    Kristin Torrence, Principal Innovation Learning Engineer - Cornerstone
    Brenda Reid
    Brenda Reid, SVP and General Manager of Talent and Learning Products - Cornerstone
    Sean Hinton
    Sean Hinton, Founder of SkyHive - SkyHive by Cornerstone
    Mohan Reddy
    Mohan Reddy, Co-Founder, SkyHive and VP of Engineering, Cornerstone - Cornerstone
  2. The Last Mile of Corporate Performance: Making Front Line Managers More Effective with Agentic AI
    Mandalay Bay J Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Front-line managers make countless decisions every day—but we don’t make it easy for them. More than half report burnout (HBR), and sifting through endless reports, emails, and dashboards only adds to ...
    Paul Rubenstein
    Paul Rubenstein, Chief Customer Officer - Visier
  3. Make Better Hires While Saving Money: How AI is Reshaping Hiring
    Oceanside D Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    AI has the potential to revolutionize talent acquisition, offering organizations unprecedented efficiency and automation while maintaining quality and candidate experience. In this session, Greenhouse ...
    Nkem Nwankwo
    Nkem Nwankwo, Group Product Manager - Greenhouse
  4. From the Ground Up to 6,500-strong: How Fontainebleau Las Vegas Staffed Their Team in 3 Months with a Little Help from AI
    Oceanside B Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Join Kim Virtuoso, Chief People Officer, and Sara Piper, Executive Director of People and Talent Acquisition at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, alongside Paradox's Ally Bonner, for an exclusive look at how t ...
    Ally Bonner
    Ally Bonner, VP, Client Sucess - Paradox
    Sara Piper
    Sara Piper, Executive Director of People and Talent Acquisition - FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS
    Kim Virtuoso
    Kim Virtuoso, Chief People Officer - FONTAINEBLEAU LAS VEGAS
  5. Future-Proofing Benefits Delivery for Tomorrow’s Workforce: What Gen Z Really Wants – and How to Deliver It
    Oceanside C Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    As Gen Z and Millennials become the dominant force in the workplace, HR and benefits leaders must evolve legacy systems and static strategies to meet rising demands for intuitive, digital-first experi ...
    Bridget Mortland
    Bridget Mortland, Head of Marketing & Product Solutions - Businessolver
11:15 AM
  1. Agentic AI at Work: The Keys to Turning Vision into Impact
    AI and Innovations Experience presented by Oracle - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • AI Experience
    AI is everywhere – but real impact in HR comes down to how it’s applied. In this session, we’ll cut through the hype and explore what makes AI truly work across the people lifecycle: context, connecti ...
    Rocky Mitarai
    Rocky Mitarai, Vice President, Global Product Marketing, HCM - Oracle
    Jason Trigg
    Jason Trigg, Master Principal Solution Engineer - Oracle
11:45 AM
  1. Visier Demo | Drive Better People Decisions with AI-Powered Workforce Intelligence
    Demo Theater 1 - Expo Hall
    60 mins
    • Demo Session
    Discover how agentic AI from Visier is transforming how managers, leaders, and HR teams make decisions grounded in trusted data, rich context, and best practices—not instinct.  In this live demo, you’ ...
    Steve Holder
    Steve Holder, Vice President, Sales Strategy & Solution Consulting - Visier
  2. Scaling HR Support with AI: 3 Lessons from Salesforce’s Experience
    Mandalay Bay I Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    As HR teams embrace AI to streamline support, learn how Salesforce is using its internal solutions, Agentforce and HR Service, to empower employees with faster, self-service help. Discover three key s ...
  3. Workforce Understanding: Your Blueprint for Effective Tech Investment
    Oceanside D Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Workplace leaders today face a major dilemma. Investors, employees, customers, communities, and other stakeholders expect them to keep pace with rapid technology evolution, especially AI, and all have ...
    Diana Valler
    Diana Valler, CHRO - Travel Brands
    Radhi Chagarlamudi
    Radhi Chagarlamudi, VP, Engineering - UKG
    Corey Spencer
    Corey Spencer, VP of Platform and AI - UKG
12:00 PM
  1. Unlocking AI Workforce Potential
    Boundaryless HR Experience presented by Deloitte - Expo Hall
    45 mins
    • Deloitte presents The Boundaryless HR Experience
    The Applied AI revolution is here, and its impact on work and the workforce is not just inevitable—it demands action now. Join Deloitte as they explore how to unlock workforce AI potential with data-l ...
12:30 PM
  1. HR Analytics: Connecting the C-Suite and Beyond
    Case Study Theater 1 - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • Case Study Session
    HR analytics is a critical piece that ties the office of the CHRO and CFO together. This HR Tech Case Study Session will provide a summary of HR and workforce analytics, why they matter, and how they ...
    Jeremy Kesel
    Jeremy Kesel, Director of Platform Strategy - Paychex
  2. Expo Hall Lunch
    Expo Hall
    90 mins
    • Refreshments and Meals
    Take a break and enjoy a complimentary lunch served right on the Expo Hall! Refuel, relax, and make the most of your time by networking and visiting exhibitor booths while you dine. Please note: Expo ...
  3. James Patterson & Patrick Leddin Book Giveaway and Signing
    FranklinCovey Booth #6400 - Expo Hall
    90 mins
    • Expo Hall Activities
    Meet the authors and receive a complimentary copy of their latest book, Disrupt Everything and Win: Take Control of Your Future—while supplies last! Visit the FranklinCovey booth #6400 to get yours be ...
1:00 PM
  1. How AI Can Help Retain Your Best Employees
    AI and Innovations Experience presented by Oracle - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • AI Experience
    If you want to retain top talent, you have to align with their expectations. Leading organizations are using AI-powered employee experience tools to improve retention, engagement, and performance—and ...
    Nancy Estell Zoder
    Nancy Estell Zoder, Group Vice President, HCM Product Strategy - Oracle - Austin, TX
    Jillian Gibson
    Jillian Gibson, Senior HCM Solution Engineer - Oracle
1:10 PM
  1. Win The War for Talent : Must know AI-Driven Talent Attraction Strategies
    HR Tech Talks Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • Tech Talk Session
    In today’s competitive talent market, standing out is no longer optional, it’s essential. Join Shazamme and explore how leading organizations are using AI and digital branding to attract, engage, and ...
    Nicole Clarke
    Nicole Clarke, Co Founder and Co CEO - SHAZAMME
1:30 PM
  1. How AI is Modernizing HR Service Delivery
    Case Study Theater 1 - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • Case Study Session
    HR teams face rising service expectations—but siloed tools, manual work, and disconnected processes slow them down. In this session, hear how a leading company reimagined HR service delivery using AI- ...
1:45 PM
  1. Measuring the True Impact of Human Capital – Taking a Fresh Look with Marriott
    Oceanside B Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Tim Sackett and Kris Dunn, CHRO of US/Canada at Marriott International, will discuss an age-old challenge: measuring the impact of your investment in people to business results. In this conversation, ...
    Kris Dunn
    Kris Dunn, Chief Human Resources Officer of US and Canada - Marriott International
    Tim Sackett
    Tim Sackett, Innovating at Scale: The Marriott Model for HR Excellence - HRUTech.com
  2. Shared Services 3.0: Evolution in Action
    Oceanside C Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    HR Shared Services has evolved from a cost-saving necessity into a strategic enabler of organizational success. As market volatility and resource constraints intensify, forward-thinking shared service ...
    Mark Stelzner
    Mark Stelzner, Founder & Managing Principal - IA
    Nathan Bland
    Nathan Bland, Vice President, Colleague Services - Pfizer
    Marissa Hedengren
    Marissa Hedengren, Vice President, HR Service Delivery & Operations - Iron Mountain
    Tim Young
    Tim Young, Senior Vice President of Human Resource Operations - Pearson
  3. Humanizing Learning with AI: Dispelling Myths and Realizing L&D Dreams
    Oceanside D Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Join Forrester and EPAM for a compelling conversation on how AI can empower learning and development (L&D) professionals to create more human-centric learning experiences. Despite common misconception ...
    Betsy Summers
    Betsy Summers, Principal Analyst - Forrester Research
    Sandra Loughlin
    Sandra Loughlin, Chief Learning Scientist - EPAM Systems
  4. Accumulation ≠ Advancement: Rethinking Digital Infrastructure for Talent
    Mandalay Bay J Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    HR tech is everywhere. But more tools don’t mean more progress. In this strategy-first session, challenge the assumption that digital equals advanced. Drawing on global research and real-world advisor ...
    Sharna Wiblen
    Sharna Wiblen, Senior Research Scientist - Center for Effective Organizations at USC Marshall
    Alexis Fink
    Alexis Fink, Former VP People Analytics and Workforce Strategy at Meta
2:30 PM
  1. Beating the Trend: How Humana Cut Costs Without Cutting Benefits for Its Employees
    Case Study Theater 1 - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • Case Study Session
    With healthcare costs projected to rise 7–15% annually, most employers are bracing for tough trade-offs. Humana took a different route—achieving significant cost savings without cutting employee benef ...
    John Quinn
    John Quinn, Founder and CEO - Wellnecity
    Nina Wu
    Nina Wu, Director of Associate Benefits, HR Total Rewards - Humana
2:45 PM
  1. HR Tech Megatrends: Navigating Disruption, Growth, and AI
    Oceanside B Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Mega Session
    As HR technology evolves, leaders must stay ahead of critical trends that shape employee experiences and organizational growth. In this session, we’ll explore the key megatrends impacting HR Tech in 2 ...
    Stacia Garr
    Stacia Garr, Co-Founder and Principal Analyst - RedThread Research
  2. Workforce Analytics: The Ultimate Competitive Advantage (If Leveraged Correctly)
    Oceanside C Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Mega Session
    In today’s constantly changing climate, organizations that truly harness the power of workforce analytics gain a decisive edge—provided they do so effectively. This panel will explore how companies ca ...
    Kevin Oakes
    Kevin Oakes, Founder and author of Culture Renovation® - i4cp
    Buddy Benge
    Buddy Benge, Head of Talent Insights - Edward Jones
    Alexis Fink
    Alexis Fink, Former VP People Analytics and Workforce Strategy at Meta
  3. Workday Demo | Empower Your Workforce with the Workday AI Platform for HR
    Demo Theater 2 - Expo Hall
    60 mins
    • Demo Session
    AI continues to evolve—and fast. To keep pace, HR leaders must learn how to effectively leverage it now and into the future. In this session, hear how Workday Illuminate™, the next generation of Workd ...
    Craig Haubrich
    Craig Haubrich, Director, Solution Consulting - Workday
    Nick Brozek
    Nick Brozek, Sr Solution Consultant - HCM - Workday
  4. The AI Uprising in HR: Lead It or Be Led by It
    Oceanside D Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Mega Session
    In an era of profound disruption, the CHRO is no longer a back-office operator—they are now a front-line architect of business transformation. Join Jason Averbook, Mercer’s Global Leader for Digital H ...
    Jason Averbook
    Jason Averbook, Senior Partner, Global Leader of Digital HR Strategy - Mercer
    Adam Holton
    Adam Holton, Chief People Officer - GE Healthcare
    Patricia Frost
    Patricia Frost, Chief People and Places Officer - Seagate Technology
  5. Accelerating AI Adoption: A Client Journey with Deloitte Academies
    Boundaryless HR Experience presented by Deloitte - Expo Hall
    45 mins
    • Deloitte presents The Boundaryless HR Experience
    AI adoption is not just a technology shift—it’s a fundamental change in how work is done. Join Matt Stevens of Deloitte and Karen Walters of USAA as they share an inside look at one organization's jou ...
3:30 PM
  1. Putting People First: How Stater Bros. Markets Elevates Health, Safety Compliance & Return-to-Work Programs
    Case Study Theater 1 - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • Case Study Session
    Navigating today’s rapidly evolving regulatory environment is especially challenging in the grocery retail sector, where frontline employees face physically demanding tasks, extended shifts, and const ...
    Kerry Guerrero
    Kerry Guerrero, Director of Compensation and Benefits - Stater Bros. Markets
    Sana Salam
    Sana Salam, CEO and Founder - Sodales Solutions
  2. Unlock Human Potential to Prevent Mis-Hiring: How Skills-Based Organizations Protect Their Company Culture
    Case Study Theater 2 - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • Case Study Session
    Bad hires don’t just impact performance — they erode team cohesion, hurt morale, and undermine your culture. In this session, discover how leading companies are using deep assessment of both soft and ...
    Becca Guinchard
    Becca Guinchard, Head of Strategy & Sales, UK/US - AssessFirst
3:45 PM
  1. Own Your Future: Turning a Platform Sunset into Opportunity
    Boundaryless HR Experience presented by Deloitte - Expo Hall
    45 mins
    • Deloitte presents The Boundaryless HR Experience
    When a critical HR technology platform is being phased out, organizations face a pivotal choice: react to vendor deadlines or proactively shape their own future. This session explores how to navigate ...
4:00 PM
  1. Sustainable by Design: The Future of Workforce Planning
    Oceanside C Ballroom
    30 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Workforce planning has never been more critical or more complex. Business leaders are navigating constant disruption: economic volatility, the rise of AI, and accelerating shifts in skill requirements ...
    Kelli Klindtworth
    Kelli Klindtworth, Lead Workforce Planning Consultant - Visier
  2. From Hype to Here’s How: Using AI to Power Real Workforce Strategy
    Oceanside D Ballroom
    30 mins
    • Breakout Session
    AI is everywhere. And yet, most HR leaders are still left wondering: What do I actually do with it? 63% of learning professionals say their company isn’t ready for AI’s accelerated changes. Nearly hal ...
    Kristin Torrence
    Kristin Torrence, Principal Innovation Learning Engineer - Cornerstone
    Hitesh Dholakia
    Hitesh Dholakia, Group Vice President of AI - Cornerstone
    Arjun Ramamurthy
    Arjun Ramamurthy, AVP Product Management, AI & Agentic Platform - Cornerstone
  3. What Will Drive Frontline Employee Engagement? Transforming Pay Into Progress
    Oceanside B Ballroom
    30 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Employee engagement is often measured by connection, culture, and community. But just as much of the story starts at their wallet. Rising healthcare costs, renewed student loan payments, and day-to-da ...
    Josh Jackson
    Josh Jackson, Director, Product Marketing - Chime Workplace
4:30 PM
  1. Effective Leadership for Anxiety in the Workplace
    People and Culture Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • People & Culture Session
    Anxiety is one of the most common yet least understood challenges in today’s workplace—impacting performance, communication, and team dynamics. In this session, leaders will gain a clear understanding ...
    Tracy Tutor
    Tracy Tutor, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer - Bree Health
  2. Expo Hall Happy Hour!
    Expo Hall
    90 mins
    • Expo Hall Activities
    Unwind and mingle with fellow attendees at our Happy Hour on the Expo Floor! Enjoy drinks, light bites, and great conversations as we wrap up the day in style. Cheers to another great day at the event ...
4:45 PM
  1. Workday Demo | Empower Your Workforce with the Workday AI Platform for HR
    Demo Theater 2 - Expo Hall
    60 mins
    • Demo Session
    AI continues to evolve—and fast. To keep pace, HR leaders must learn how to effectively leverage it now and into the future.  In this session, hear how Workday Illuminate™, the next generation of Work ...
    Craig Haubrich
    Craig Haubrich, Director, Solution Consulting - Workday
    Nick Brozek
    Nick Brozek, Sr Solution Consultant - HCM - Workday
5:00 PM
  1. Pitchfest Preliminary Round #3
    Pitchfest Theater
    60 mins
    • Pitchfest
    Take a front row seat to see 30 of the most buzz-worthy startups compete for up to $30,000 of cash prizes. Each round includes audience voting.
5:10 PM
  1. Culture Intelligence: How HR Can Lead the AI Conversation
    HR Tech Talks Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • Tech Talk Session
    As AI continues to reshape the world of work, HR leaders find themselves at a crossroads. Will AI unlock new levels of strategic impact or automate HR into the background? In this session, Dr. Robert ...
    Robert Melloy
    Robert Melloy, Regional Director, People Science NA - Culture Amp
5:40 PM
  1. Human-Centric, AI-Powered: The CHRO’s Guide to Designing Intelligent Enterprises
    HR Tech Talks Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • Tech Talk Session
    Tech transformation is no longer just about being digital-first – it's about becoming AI-native. Companies across all industries are grappling with post-hypergrowth complexity, heightened investor exp ...
  2. The Future is Human: Recognition as the Catalyst for Leadership, Culture, and Performance
    People and Culture Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • People & Culture Session
    As organizations navigate rapid change and increasing complexity, one powerful leadership tool stands out: employee recognition. This session will explore how modern leaders are leveraging recognition ...
    Trish Steed
    Trish Steed, Co-Founder and Principal Analyst - H3 HR Advisors
9:00 AM
  1. Expo Hall Breakfast
    Expo Hall
    90 mins
    • Expo Hall Activities
    Start your morning with a delicious breakfast served right on the Expo Hall! Fuel up for the day ahead while networking with fellow attendees and exploring exhibitor booths.
9:10 AM
  1. The Responsible AI Revolution: Why Governance Is Key to Trusted Innovation
    Case Study Theater 1 - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • Case Study Session
    TA teams are under pressure to hire top talent on demand, while the company evolves by the minute, the market continues to change, and AI moves into must-have status. All without a playbook and with t ...
    Kerri Smith
    Kerri Smith, Senior Director, Global Commercial Recruiting Operations - Syneos Health
    Katy Jenkins
    Katy Jenkins, VP of Product - Employ
    Steve Moss
    Steve Moss, Director, watsonx Americas - IBM
    Laura Greenberg
    Laura Greenberg, Senior Manager of Recruiting - Brooks Running
    Ilona Kremer
    Ilona Kremer, VP of Talent Acquisition Service Delivery and Global TA Process - PepsiCo
  2. A Real-World Guide to the Employee Life Cycle Using AI in Workday
    HR Tech Talks Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • Tech Talk Session
    Explore how Workday’s AI-powered features enhance every stage of the employee lifecycle—from recruiting and onboarding to development, retention, and offboarding. This session will provide a comprehen ...
9:15 AM
  1. How AI Can Help You Find and Hire the Best Candidates Faster
    AI and Innovations Experience presented by Oracle - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • AI Experience
    AI is making it easier to find and hire the right candidates. While consumer AI tools help candidates save time, they can lead to roles being overwhelmed by low-quality applications. Learn how to use ...
    Pete Jaradeh
    Pete Jaradeh, Product Marketing Director - Oracle
    Jane Veader
    Jane Veader, Director, Product Strategy - Oracle
9:30 AM
  1. Beyond Change Management: Human Adaptability and AI-Powered Transformation
    Boundaryless HR Experience presented by Deloitte - Expo Hall
    45 mins
    • Deloitte presents The Boundaryless HR Experience
    Change today is always on: relentless, complex, and deeply intertwined with AI. Join Deloitte and a guest speaker to explore how organizations can go beyond episodic change management—and activate sel ...
9:40 AM
  1. AI Agents Meet Human Judgment: The New Paradigm Transforming How HR Leaders Build Winning Teams at Unprecedented Speed
    People and Culture Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • People & Culture Session
    The talent acquisition landscape is experiencing its most profound transformation since the internet revolutionized job boards. As organizations struggle with 83-day median time-to-fill for tech roles ...
    Anoop Gupta
    Anoop Gupta, CEO and Co-founder - SeekOut
10:00 AM
  1. Leading the HR AI Revolution
    AI Playground - Expo Hall
    15 mins
    • Micro Talk
    The future of HR is being rewritten in real time – are you ready to lead it? As advanced technology and AI transform how HR operates, leaders must rethink how they work, make decisions, and drive impa ...
10:30 AM
  1. Beyond Hype: Practical Applications from Unilever on AI and Automation in Global Talent Acquisition
    Oceanside D Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    While the market rushes toward AI and automation in talent acquisition, Unilever has taken a more deliberate path — one built on simplification, strategic alignment, and experience-led transformation. ...
    Kevin Laban
    Kevin Laban, HR Technology Global Business Partner - Unilever
  2. When Culture Converts: Leveraging Your Team as Your Competitive Edge
    HR Tech Talks Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • Tech Talk Session
    In today’s market, your next wave of growth won’t come from a new channel, it will come from inside your company. When HR and marketing work in silos, teams misfire, culture weakens, and growth stalls ...
    Eric Holtzclaw
    Eric Holtzclaw, Chief Strategist - Liger
  3. We Killed Learning. Now Let’s Bring It Back to Life.
    Oceanside C Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Despite our best intentions, much of corporate learning has become boring, bureaucratic, and broken. Most training is disconnected from real work— designed for compliance, not curiosity. But learning ...
    Anna Gullstrand
    Anna Gullstrand, Chief People & Culture Officer (CPCO) - Mentimeter
  4. Unlocking Hidden Talent in the Workplace: The Caregiving Advantage
    People and Culture Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • People & Culture Session
    Caregivers are often excluded from talent metrics, yet groundbreaking research from the Rutgers Center for Women in Business (CWIB) reveals their strategic value. This session explores how caregiving ...
    Lisa Kaplowitz
    Lisa Kaplowitz, Executive Director – Rutgers Center for Women in Business; Associate Professor of Professional Practice – Finance - Rutgers Business School
11:45 AM
  1. The Era of Agentic HCM: How AI is Transforming Business and the Workforce
    Oceanside D Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Breakout Session
    The era of agentic HCM is here. More than just a collection of tools, it represents a profound shift toward harnessing AI to optimize the workforce and prepare organizations for the future. Discover h ...
    Julie Schnepel
    Julie Schnepel, Manager of HR Systems - Cherokee Nation Businesses
    Yvette Cameron
    Yvette Cameron, SVP Global HCM Product Strategy and Marketing - Oracle
12:00 PM
  1. Transforming HR Operations with Agentic AI and Workforce Planning
    Boundaryless HR Experience presented by Deloitte - Expo Hall
    45 mins
    • Deloitte presents The Boundaryless HR Experience
    As HR evolves in a rapidly changing business environment, innovative technologies are redefining how organizations manage talent and operations. Join this session to discover how Agentic AI agents—aut ...
12:30 PM
  1. Expo Hall Lunch
    Expo Hall
    90 mins
    • Refreshments and Meals
    Take a break and enjoy a complimentary lunch served right on the Expo Hall! Refuel, relax, and make the most of your time by networking and visiting exhibitor booths while you dine. Please note: Expo ...
  2. How to Use AI to Accelerate Your Skills Strategy
    AI and Innovations Experience presented by Oracle - Expo Hall
    30 mins
    • AI Experience
    AI-powered, adaptive tools are available to you today to accelerate your skills strategy. Whether you’re just getting started or progressing toward fully skills-driven talent management, come see how ...
    Rachelle Graham
    Rachelle Graham, Master Principal Solution Engineer - Oracle
    Chris Havrilla
    Chris Havrilla, VP, Product Strategy - Oracle
  3. The Bounce Back Factor: A Leader’s Guide for Navigating the Unknown
    People and Culture Theater - Expo Hall
    45 mins
    • People & Culture Session
    Research shows that most people would rather endure discomfort than face the unknown. But in today’s world of work, uncertainty isn’t optional—it’s constant. The best leaders don’t eliminate it; they ...
    Katrina Kibben
    Katrina Kibben, CEO - Three Ears Media
1:00 PM
  1. Pitchfest Final Round
    Pitchfest Theater
    60 mins
    • Pitchfest
    Take a front row seat to see 30 of the most buzz-worthy startups compete for up to $30,000 of cash prizes. Each round includes audience voting.
1:50 PM
  1. New HCM/HRIS Models in Web 3.0 – The Inevitable Convergence of All Things AI and Blockchain
    People and Culture Theater - Expo Hall
    20 mins
    • People & Culture Session
    This multimedia presentation examines several emerging technologies that are the roots of Web 3.0— namely, networked computing systems incorporating artificial general intelligence, secure distributed ...
    Dennis Hill
    Dennis Hill, Chairman/President/CEO - IHRIM
2:30 PM
  1. Humanizing Technology: Reimagining Work and Innovation Ecosystems
    Mandalay Bay I Ballroom
    30 mins
    • Breakout Session
    As HR technology evolves at an unprecedented pace, organizations must shift from siloed approaches to a holistic, ecosystem-driven strategy. This session will explore how HR leaders can foster cross-f ...
    Sahana Mukherjee
    Sahana Mukherjee, Head of HR, Global Wealth & Personal Banking Technology & Production Management - Citigroup
  2. Beyond the Algorithm: Investing in AI and Governance for Enterprise HR Success
    Oceanside C Ballroom
    30 mins
    • Breakout Session
    As organizations accelerate their adoption of AI in HR, they face a dual challenge: leveraging AI's transformative power while ensuring it operates responsibly, ethically, and within regulatory bounda ...
    Doug Shagam
    Doug Shagam, Head, People Data & Insights - Johnson & Johnson
    Guru Sethupathy
    Guru Sethupathy, Founder & CEO - FairNow
  3. HR Portfolio Management: Aligning HR Strategy, Driving Value, and Elevating Impact Across the Organization
    Oceanside B Ballroom
    30 mins
    • Breakout Session
    Revolutionize your HR function with HR Portfolio Management—an innovative practice that ensures HR initiatives are strategically prioritized and aligned with organizational goals. This approach foster ...
    Stacey Baade
    Stacey Baade, Senior Director, Human Resources Service Delivery and Enablement - Land O'Lakes, Inc.
    Erika Olberding
    Erika Olberding, Portfolio and Project Manager - Land O'Lakes, Inc.
3:15 PM
  1. HR Technology Disrupted: AI Has Changed The Game
    Mandalay Bay EH Ballroom
    45 mins
    • Keynote
    AI has now transformed the HR tech space, forcing every vendor to reinvent. In this research-based presentation, Josh Bersin, Global Industry Analyst, will share how AI has changed every aspect of the ...
    Josh Bersin
    Josh Bersin, Global Industry Analyst and CEO - Bersin Partners

 

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