What happens at HR Events?

Lots happen at HR events! Depending on the type of event, we have inspirational speakers and thought leaders who present on the latest trends in a variety of topics including recognition, rewards, DEIB, culture, and more. We also host more intimate events with thought-provoking conversations typically over something fun like coffee, wine tasting, and even dinner at a local restaurant. Of course, all events involve networking with like-minded HR professionals like yourself!

What is the importance of HR conferences and events

The importance of HR conferences and events is several fold. The first is to keep up-to-date with industry trends and best practices. The HR landscape is constantly shifting and to be successful in today’s economic climate, organizations need to be aware of the latest HR tech, strategies, and tactics. Connecting with peers and growing your professional network is also another important aspect of HR conferences and events. Being able to learn from other experiences and develop connections can open up new possibilities for your organization.

How do HR conferences contribute to professional development?

HR conferences contribute to professional development by offering you learning moments while earning certification credits at the same time. By attending certain events, conferences, or webinars you can earn credits from industry-recognized HR organizations like SHRM, HRCI, and HRPA to develop the skills you need to further your professional goals.

What topics are covered at HR Conferences?

Topics covered at HR Conferences range from a wide variety of HR-related themes. These topics are meant to inspire you and ignite fresh ideas for you to take back to your organization, helping you build the best people culture possible. Here are just some topics that we explore at HR Conferences: Recognition best practices, Total rewards strategy, Diversity, equity, and inclusion, Employee belonging, Employee feedback, HR technology & platforms, Employee retention and engagement,

How do you choose the right HR conference?

Choosing the right HR conference means understanding what your personal and organizational goals are first and foremost. What skills or knowledge are you looking to gain? Then research one of the many HR events to find out more about the topics, agendas, and speakers. Consider your budget and location, and see whether it makes sense to attend an in-person event or a virtual event. Many conferences specifically design their events for both in-person and virtual settings, making it an engaging experience wherever you are.

How to find HR Events near me?

You can find exciting HR events near you on our site as well as by joining our email list. By signing up, you’ll get notified about upcoming HR professional events a month before we plan an event in your city. Achievers regularly hosts premier HR conferences and smaller events sharing the latest workforce science findings. You’ll be the first to know when we’re in your area!

Top 8 employee engagement events to attend in 2024

What is the ultimate driver of organizational success? The answer is an amazing workplace culture. Building a strong culture involves learning from the success of other HR professionals. If you’re looking for a great way to stay up to date on the latest HR trends, network with peers, and keep your certification credits up to date, consider attending one (or more) of the following employee engagement events. Every event listed below is being held virtually so you can attend from anywhere.

Achievers will be at all of these employee engagement events and more. You can check out the Achievers Events Calendar to stay updated on every event Achievers will be attending virtually, where we will demonstrate the power of our award-winning employee voice and recognition solutions. With Achievers, you will be able to bring your organization’s values and strategy to life, activate employee participation, and create a culture that means business.

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Top 8 employee engagement events in 2024

1. HRO Today Healthcare & Life Sciences Summit

When: September 17 – 18, 2024
Who attends: HR leaders who effectively implemented programs to keep both clinical and non-clinical workers
About the event: The HRO Today Healthcare & Life Sciences Summit provides a unique platform for HR, recruitment, and workforce management professionals to come together and exchange ideas on effective talent acquisition and retention strategies in the ever-evolving industry landscape. As part of the summit, there will be the Front of the Front-Line Dinner and Award Gala to honor and celebrate the trailblazers in HR who are making significant contributions to the healthcare and life sciences sectors.

Learn more: HRO Today Healthcare & Life Sciences Summit

2. Gartner ReimagineHR Conference

When: Various dates
Who attends: Trailblazers, thought leaders, and industry experts pushing the bounds of HR
About the event: The Gartner ReimagineHR conference helps attendees prepare their organizations for the future of work based on data they can trust, analytics they can rely on, and insights needed to make game-changing business decisions.

Learn more: Gartner ReimagineHR Conference

3. Achievers Recognition Next

When: June 13, 2024
Who attends: HR leaders who look to transform their recognition strategy
About the event: Join Achievers and top experts from across the industry to discover how to build an employee recognition program that impacts all areas of your business. Experience the ‘aha’ moments you need to drive frequent and meaningful recognition at your organization.

Learn more: Recognition Next

4. From Day One Live Conferences

When: Various dates
Who attends: Principals of organizations who are ready and able to effect change within businesses, industries, teams, and their communities
About the event: From Day One explores how companies can build well-grounded values into their business—diversity, responsibility, transparency—and stick with them in an economy driven by disruption.

Learn more: From Day One Live Conferences

5. HR Tech Festival Asia

When: April 24 – 25, 2024
Who attends: Senior HR professionals, business leaders, government officials, HR tech analysts and influencers to address the most pressing workplace challenges faced by organizations in Asia Pacific.
About the event: A more human approach to transformation is gaining ever greater traction. According to Gartner, the days of top-down change initiatives are coming to an end, while employee-centric evolutions are picking up momentum. And with good reason: Employees are the heart of any business. If people processes aren’t engaging and helping them become happier and more productive, you’re missing a huge opportunity to drive business growth. As HR continues to play a crucial role in driving organizational transformation and change management, this is the perfect opportunity for HR leaders to refine their skills and become architects of change.

Learn more: HR Tech Festival Asia

6. Evanta: CHRO Executive Summits

When: Various dates
Who attends: C-suite executives from the world’s leading organizations
About the event: Discover a powerful network of fellow CHROs from the world’s leading organizations. Connect locally with other human resources leaders to share proven best practices, exchange new ideas, and discuss critical issues at the forefront of business today.

Learn more: Evanta: CHRO Executive Summits

7. Workday Rising

When: September 16-19, 2024
Who attends: HR professionals from some of the world’s most influential brands and businesses
About the event: Workday Rising is a customer-centric conference for existing and prospective Workday customers to learn how to use the Workday platform to achieve organizational goals. Facilitated by Workday product experts and partners, Workday Rising gives hundreds of finance, HR, and IT professionals the opportunity to connect, learn, and discover new ways to maximize their investment.

Learn more: Workday Rising

8. UKG Aspire

When: November 11–14, 2024
Who attends: HR professionals from some of the world’s biggest most influential brands and businesses.
About the event: UKG Aspire is an annual customer conference bringing together 5,000 workplace leaders to learn, celebrate successes, and connect on technology that helps make organizations great places to work. Register for this event for an unforgettable three-day experience.

Learn more: UKG Aspire

Save your seat at the top employee engagement events

As you fill in your 2024 calendar with virtual events to attend, consider our top 8 employee engagement events list above. Take the opportunity to virtually network with other HR professionals who are striving to boost employee engagement across their organizations and change the way world works. Employee engagement events are a fun and easy way to learn HR best practices, stay on top of workforce trends, and discover new strategies to build award-winning workplace cultures. Hope to see you there!

For a full list of upcoming virtual events that Achievers will be attending this year, please visit the Achievers Events Calendar.