The HR Leadership Forum upcoming events

Build It, Champion It: HR's Next Level in AI Adoption (Thursday, August 27, 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

HR Practitioners Only | Small Group Discussion | Limited Spots

Build It, Champion It: HR's Next Level in AI Adoption

This interactive, discussion-based forum is designed exclusively for HR practitioners who already have a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence and use AI tools regularly in their work. If you are still creating that foundation, this session is not the right fit for you yet. Additionally, this session is intentionally limited to HR practitioners, as we seek to facilitate peer-to-peer learning.

Led by Michelle Caryn Paul, PhD, industrial-organizational psychologist and responsible AI adoption advisor, this 60-minute session moves beyond the basics and into practical application. Participants will explore two interconnected dimensions of AI advancement in the HR function: (1) building custom AI tools tailored to their role and organization, and (2) stepping into a proactive leadership position for responsible AI adoption.

The session opens with an overview of custom AI tools and a set of examples, providing a real-world picture of what is possible across Microsoft, Google, and other AI environments. Dr. Paul then walks participants through the foundational steps of building a custom chatbot, with platform-agnostic guidance applicable regardless of the technology environment in their organization. She also provides guidance for how each participant can be a proactive, positive force for responsible AI adoption regardless of their formal job title. Then, participants are encouraged to share their own experiences building custom AI tools, ideas they have for build projects, and open Q&A.

HRLF's Executive Skills Accelerator: Influence & Persuasion – Influence & Persuasion: Elevate Your Executive Impact (Thursday, September 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

This event is exclusively for HR practitioners

HRLF's Executive Skills Accelerator: Master Influence, Presence & Impact

Influence & Persuasion – Elevate Your Executive Impact

To drive meaningful organizational impact, today’s HR executives must move beyond a purely functional lens and operate as enterprise business leaders. This interactive workshop is designed to help you do exactly that.

You’ll learn how to identify the unique “motivational currencies” of your cross-functional stakeholders and position your initiatives in terms that resonate with their priorities. By sharpening these advanced communication and influence skills, you’ll strengthen your ability to gain executive buy-in and confidently navigate high-stakes decisions at the leadership table.

Key Focus Areas:

Decoding Stakeholder Motivations
Understand what truly drives decision-making across the business by identifying and leveraging the distinct priorities of your stakeholders.
Framing the “Why”
Translate HR insights into strategic, operational, and financial language that resonates with senior leadership.
Securing Alignment & Buy-In
Build the skills to navigate resistance, align competing priorities, and create consensus around your initiatives.
Expanding Your Executive Footprint
Position yourself as a trusted, enterprise-wide advisor—not just a functional HR leader.

Walk away with practical tools to influence across functions, secure executive alignment, and drive decisions that move your organization forward.

Speaker: Stacy Cook, Principal at Perception Learning

is a dynamic speaker, trainer, and organizational development consultant who currently serves as a Principal at Perception Learning. With over 4,000 hours of classroom training experience, she specializes in helping individuals and organizations close challenging soft skills gaps through customized programs in leadership development, resilience, and performance management. Her diverse professional background includes leading the Learning and Development Center of Excellence at FMP Consulting, serving as a Program Manager for a Department of Defense Task Force in Baghdad, and working as a trainer and performance coach for The Alexander Company. A recognized thought leader who has presented at major events such as the ATD International Conference and the SHRM Annual Conference, Stacy focuses on delivering practical value and immediately applicable tools to her audiences. She holds an MA in Adult Learning and Leadership from Teachers College of Columbia University.

Timeline

8:00 am - 8:30 am - Registration + Breakfast + Networking

8:30 am - 10:30 am - Program

Building Tomorrow’s Leaders: Designing Leadership Development Programs for Your Organization (Friday, October 02, 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Developing future leaders is a strategic imperative for any organization, and HR executives play a critical role in designing programs that identify, nurture, and accelerate leadership talent. This interactive session is designed specifically for senior HR leaders seeking to create or enhance leadership development initiatives within their organizations.

Participants will engage in a dynamic mix of expert insights, peer discussions, and practical exercises. The session includes a panel of HR executives sharing real-world approaches and lessons learned from implementing leadership development programs in their organizations. A case study exercise allows participants to apply these insights to a practical scenario, designing a leadership development program tailored to their organization’s unique needs.

By combining strategy, peer learning, and hands-on application, this program empowers HR leaders to build a sustainable pipeline of high-potential talent and ensure their organization is prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.

Learning Outcomes:

Assess organizational needs and identify high-potential employees for leadership development.
Design a structured, scalable leadership development program aligned with business strategy.
Apply coaching, mentoring, and experiential learning techniques to accelerate leadership growth.
Learn from peers about successful approaches and common pitfalls in leadership program implementation.
Translate insights from a case study into actionable steps for their own organization.

Key Takeaways:

A framework for creating a high-impact leadership development program.
Practical strategies and tools for identifying and developing future leaders.
Peer insights and examples from real-world organizational programs.
Actionable ideas to implement immediately in your organization.
Enhanced understanding of how to measure and communicate the impact of leadership development initiatives.

Timeline

8:00am - 8:45am - Registration + Breakfast + Networking

8:45am - 9:00am - Interactive Team Building Activity

9:00am - 10:30am - Program

IN ORDER TO QUALIFY FOR 1.5 HRCI + SHRM CREDITS

PROGRAM ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED

HRLF Career Accelerator – Your Career, Accelerated! (Virtual Event) (Tuesday, October 27, 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

This is a complimentary event for HR practitioners.

Looking to make your next career move, explore new opportunities, or strengthen your professional brand? The HRLF Career Accelerator is a high-impact, 60-minute virtual session designed just for HR professionals like you.

Join a dynamic community of peers to learn practical career skills, share experiences, and expand your network—all from wherever you are. Whether you’re actively in transition or simply exploring possibilities, this session gives you the tools, insights, and connections to move your HR career forward with confidence and momentum.

Why Attend:

Boost your career-ready skills and personal brand
Learn from and connect with peers navigating similar journeys
Access actionable strategies to accelerate your next career step
Feel supported, connected, and inspired in a thriving HR community

Your career doesn’t wait—why should you? Join us and accelerate your next move!

Rewriting the HR Playbook: Elevating Enterprise Impact Through HR Leadership (Friday, November 06, 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Today’s HR leaders are navigating unprecedented complexity—shifting workforce expectations, rapid business change, evolving technology, and heightened executive and board expectations. This panel brings together senior HR leaders to share how they are redefining HR’s role to drive enterprise-wide impact.

Designed for CHROs, VPs, and HR Directors, this session will explore how HR leaders are aligning people strategy with business priorities, influencing enterprise decisions, and leading through transformation. Panelists will share practical insights, lessons learned, and real-world examples of how HR is shaping organizational outcomes—beyond programs and policies—to enable growth, agility, and sustained performance.

Participants will leave with a clearer perspective on the evolving HR leadership agenda and concrete ideas to elevate their own strategic impact within their organizations.

Learning Objectives

Identify the core capabilities and mindsets required for HR leaders to drive enterprise impact
Understand how senior HR leaders are aligning workforce strategy with business and growth objectives
Explore effective approaches for influencing executive leadership and enterprise decision-making
Learn how HR leaders are prioritizing and sequencing strategic initiatives in a complex environment
Gain insight into how HR functions are evolving to meet future organizational demands

Key Takeaways

Executive Perspectives: Real-world insights from senior HR leaders on what’s working—and what they’ve learned along the way
Strategic Alignment: Practical examples of how HR can directly support and influence enterprise strategy
Leadership Impact: Approaches to positioning HR as a trusted enterprise advisor and strategic leader
Future Focus: Key trends and considerations shaping the next phase of HR leadership
Actionable Ideas: Take-home strategies participants can apply to strengthen HR’s impact within their own organizations

Timeline

8:00am - 8:45am - Registration + Breakfast + Networking

8:45am - 9:00am - Interactive Team Building Activity

9:00am - 10:30am - Program

IN ORDER TO QUALIFY FOR 1.5 HRCI + SHRM CREDITS

PROGRAM ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED

HRLF's Federal Contracting Forum (Virtual Event) (Thursday, November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

This is a complimentary event for HR practitioners.

Come ready to engage!

Please join with your camera on and be prepared to actively participate and contribute your perspective. This is an interactive discussion designed for peer conversation and sharing.

HRLF’s Federal Contracting Forum is a dedicated peer network for HR practitioners operating in the federal contracting space. This forum brings together HR leaders to share insights, discuss challenges, and explore best practices unique to the complexities of federal contracting.

Members engage in meaningful dialogue on topics such as compliance, workforce planning, talent acquisition, retention strategies, and organizational development—all within the context of federal regulations and contracting requirements. Through interactive discussions, collaborative problem-solving, and peer-to-peer networking, participants gain practical strategies to drive HR excellence in their organizations.

Whether sharing lessons learned, exploring innovative approaches, or building relationships with fellow HR professionals, the Federal Contracting Forum provides a trusted space to connect, collaborate, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving federal contracting environment.

HRLF's Nonprofit HR Forum (Virtual Event) (Thursday, November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This is a complimentary event for HR practitioners.

Come ready to engage!

Please join with your camera on and be prepared to actively participate and contribute your perspective. This is an interactive discussion designed for peer conversation and sharing.

HRLF’s Nonprofit Forum is a peer network for HR professionals working in the nonprofit sector. This forum provides a collaborative space for HR leaders to share experiences, exchange best practices, and discuss challenges unique to nonprofit organizations.

Participants explore key topics such as talent acquisition and retention, workforce planning, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and compliance—all within the context of mission-driven organizations. Through interactive discussions, peer sharing, and networking, members gain practical insights and strategies to strengthen their HR impact and support organizational success.

The Nonprofit HR Forum fosters meaningful connections among HR practitioners, offering a trusted environment for collaboration, learning, and advancing the effectiveness of HR in the nonprofit sector.

HRLF's Executive Skills Accelerator: Build Trust Across the Enterprise (Friday, December 04, 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 13:00:00 GMT

This event is exclusively for HR practitioners.

HRLF's Executive Skills Accelerator: Master Influence, Presence & Impact

Build Trust Across the Enterprise

December 4, 2026 | 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Forge strong executive relationships that accelerate results.

Identify, engage, and manage critical stakeholders effectively
Navigate conflicts and competing priorities with ease
Takeaway: Strengthen collaboration and gain support for your strategic initiatives.

Timeline

8:00 am - 8:30 am - Registration + Breakfast + Networking

8:30 am - 10:30 am - Program