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HR Conferences and Events 2026

Get the latest insights in human resources and discover best practices to deliver on your most pressing talent priorities.

Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo™

Explore CHRO conferences for exclusive insights and networking opportunities with HR executive peers. Click the links below to explore the event in your region.

Who should attend Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo™

Connect with Gartner analysts and fellow HR leaders to explore new strategies for driving HR innovation.

  • CHROs and heads of HR

  • Learning and development executives

  • Total rewards leaders

  • Heads of HR technology

  • Heads of talent analytics

  • Change and transformation leaders

  • Talent acquisition and recruiting executives

  • Talent management leaders

Why you should attend Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo™

Organizations around the globe are counting on their HR function to lead reshaping how we work. Join us at the Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo™ to update your priorities and bring the best talent strategies back to your organization — all while developing the skills necessary to support the organization as a strategic business leader.

Get inspired as you build your professional skills and network during interactive sessions and invaluable peer conversations with fellow CHROs and HR executives. Discover valuable guidance, tools and other opportunities to lead your organization’s HR transformation and build a forward-looking culture.

Session Spotlights

  • CEO Concerns: Implications and Actions for CHROs
  • Strategically Positioning HR For Innovation
  • Reduce Bias in Talent Management With Technology
  • Workshop: HR Strategy on a Page for Growth
  • Ask the Analyst: Beyond Training: L&D’s Role in Skills-Based Transformation

AI coverage at Gartner HR Conferences

Explore how CHROs, learning and development executives, total rewards leaders and talent acquisition executives can gain actionable  insights into applying AI for workforce strategy, talent management and redefining skills success while advancing toward a new human-AI workforce.

Find the event that works best for you.

AI skills and insights you’ll walk away with:

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How to build foundations to scale AI, including redefining skills success, talent acquisition and planning for external volatility

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How to apply AI across the HR function, workforce strategy, and talent management to reduce bias and enhance organizational performance

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How to turn AI ambition into results by aligning operating models, change management and enterprisewide adoption strategies

“This conference has been a great opportunity to hear insights that I didn’t even know I needed. I'm going away thinking differently and equipped to make work better for our colleagues in the moments that matter.”

Emz Addy, Head of Talent Development
Diligenta

HR conferences and events FAQs

How can attending HR conferences and events benefit my organization?

Attending an HR conference arms you with the necessary information to work with senior stakeholders and empower teams to lead through an era of social change, technology disruption and workforce transitions. Gain insights on how to reimagine your HR strategy to drive the performance of both your team of HR professionals and the greater organization.

What topics will be covered at the Gartner HR conference?

The agenda delivers the latest insights across key topic areas, including CHRO effectiveness; diversity, equity and inclusion; employee experience; employee performance management; the future of work; HR technology strategy; manager effectiveness; learning and development; organization design and change management; recruiting; talent analytics and total rewards.

What networking opportunities are available at Gartner HR leadership conferences and events?

Strengthen your network in roundtable sessions and hands-on workshops, hear other executives’ stories of overcoming real-world challenges, and attend meetups and receptions at this HR forum.

What are the best practices for making the most out of HR leadership conferences and events?

Before you arrive, complete your profile and build your agenda using the Gartner Conference Navigator™ tool. Be sure to register in advance for any roundtables, Gartner analyst one-on-one meetings or workshops you’d like to attend. Join us in the HR Xpo during daily receptions to meet with technology exhibitors in the space. Sign up for emails to ensure you receive key updates, tips and tricks to get the most out of your experience.

Are there virtual options available for Gartner HR conferences and events?

While we don’t offer virtual tickets to Gartner HR conferences and events, we encourage you to check out our selection of complimentary HR webinars. Led by Gartner analysts, these virtual broadcasts provide actionable HR insights.

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