If you were planning to move to France and live there would you learn to speak French? Why... Of course, because it would make life easier as you could connect better, meet your needs… and the needs of others much easier. Then EVOLVE with Professional Speaker, Author, and Leadership Trainer Andre Young and let's do the same in your Company as your people learn to speak The 7 Professional Languages that best impact, influence, protect, and motivate! Everyone likes all 7, but your people have a top one or two that connects with who and how they are. Once we know their language, Leaders can better connect; getting the best out of their team and the best for the organization!

In today's corporate landscape, HR professionals and business leaders are tasked with balancing employee well-being and achieving organizational goals. This workshop is designed to provide actionable strategies to create a thriving culture of wellness that supports both employees and the bottom line.

To attract and retain critical talent, managers must learn how to support, encourage, and harness their neurodiverse team members' strengths. But what if these leaders could leverage these same lessons to benefit any team member in their organization -- neurodivergent or neurotypical? 

Participants will gain practical insights into all stages of the employee experience, from pre-boarding to exit, with actionable takeaways for creating a more engaged and loyal workforce.

HR teams tend to operate according to procedures, but perhaps procedures that were written in the past. HR teams tend not to be rewarded for innovating on those procedures or exploring completely new ways of doing things. According to current research and modern workplace trends, HR teams can no longer afford to ignore the innovation opportunities available in the way work or in the products and services they offer to their employees. In this digital age and in the face of constant change, a common phrase is "Disrupt yourself, or be Disrupted". If you don't do it, someone will do it for you! In this session, we will facilitate an interactive learning experience that will poll the audience as topics are presented, allowing everyone to check-in in on where we are on the Disruption spectrum and practical steps to move forward.

This session will focus on the importance of agility in the recruitment process. We will discuss how organizations can quickly adapt their hiring strategies in response to market changes, workforce trends, and emerging skills. We will also Explore best practices for flexible workforce planning and the role of contingency hiring in a rapidly evolving landscape.

As the job market fluctuates, employers continue to find it challenging to find candidates with the skills they need to fill their openings.  Many employers are looking to fill their needs internally with upskilling and reskilling.  But sometimes that's no small undertaking.  In this session, we'll examine how to meet organizational goals and needs through developing your existing talent.

Take a break, enjoy a delicious lunch, and connect with the incredible sponsors who make the HR Collaborative Conference possible. This is your chance to explore innovative solutions, discover new resources, and build valuable relationships with industry-leading organizations. Networking with our sponsors offers insights that can help you and your company succeed in today’s evolving HR landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage, learn, and grow!

We'll explore how embracing discomfort and small, intentional shifts can drive meaningful growth for both you and your team. This session will challenge the traditional view of comfort zones, highlighting how incremental adjustments in mindset, habits, and behaviors can unlock new levels of resilience and potential. Learn practical strategies to reframe discomfort as a tool for development, inspiring you to foster a culture of continuous learning and adaptability. Walk away with actionable insights to cultivate a growth-oriented environment that empowers everyone to thrive.

This session will focus on making authentic connections through the power of authenticity and purposeful engagement.

When the ego dies, the company begins to thrive.

Every organization has a culture because every organization is made up of people. As a leader, you may already have an idea of what your company culture is. Maybe you value inspiring customers, providing innovative solutions, simplifying processes, or making a difference in the communities you serve. Maybe you want your workforce to thrive by growing their income or moving up the organizational ladder. But unless you are backing up these values with real, authentic action, they are no more than talk or words on the wall and your employees know it.

To be a leader who creates a work environment that is inspiring, productive, and valuable, you need more than attractive words and artificial promises. This book will show you how to dig deep and look inside your company and yourself to improve, step-by-step, your approach to building and maintaining a culture that results in the unprecedented inspiration that drives a profitable company, bolstered by a highly skilled and dedicated workforce. Company culture is an inside job and it starts with you.

In a world that continues to be ideologically divided, it may seem inevitable that these differences are present in the workplace.  This session will explore how Civility in the Workplace impacts culture, employee experience, and productivity. Leveraging the SHRM Civility Index, launched in early 2024 to discover the impact of organizations committing to a Civil Workplace.

Employee engagement is no longer just a buzzword, it's the cornerstone of organizational success. In this session, we'll explore how leaders can strategically cultivate a workplace environment that prioritizes connection, accountability, and purpose. Through actionable insights, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will learn how to transform disengaged teams into highly motivated, high-performing units. Whether you're leading a small team or managing an enterprise, this session will equip you with the tools to become a catalyst for cultural change and sustained growth.

As employers consider strategies on how to recruit and retain employees, one area that they are re-evaluating are their employee benefits.  Many employees are looking for control and flexibility in their employee benefits and, in response, employers are analyzing how to best provide choices for their employees.    In this session, we will discuss employee benefit plan designs that go beyond the "typical"  designs and will cover areas including, among others, (1) cafeteria plan design, (2) PTO design strategies, (3) educational and student loan programs, and (4) lifestyle accounts.

Unwind after a day of learning and networking at our Happy Hour with a purpose! Join us for drinks, camaraderie, and an opportunity to make a difference as we assemble backpacks filled with school supplies for kids in need. This unique blend of fun and philanthropy allows you to connect with fellow attendees while giving back to our community. Let’s raise a glass and lend a hand together!