57 sessions

12:00 PM PDT - Sunday, Mar 8

  • Speaker Only Sessions
    Yes
    Sunday, Mar 08
    12:00 p.m. Sunday, Mar 08
    Stop by the Speaker Ready Room to get your conference badge and network with your fellow presenters.
    • Sunday, Mar 812:00 PM - 7:00 PM PDT
      Oval Room, Arcade Level

2:00 PM PDT - Sunday, Mar 8

  • Preconference Workshop
    Yes
    2:00 p.m. Sunday, Mar 08
    Sunday, Mar 08
    This workshop is an optional add-on and requires a separate registration fee.

    No matter your background or experience level, this interactive workshop will equip you with essential skills to communicate more effectively with AI and create your own intelligent agents. Start by demystifying the art and science of prompt engineering—learning practical techniques to craft clear, powerful prompts that yield precise, valuable results from generative AI tools. Then, take your skills further by engaging in guided exercises on how to create a plan to design and build AI agents that automate real HR tasks, support decision-making, and enhance collaboration across your teams. Whether you’re an AI novice eager to unlock new capabilities or a seasoned user aiming to maximize impact, you’ll leave with actionable tools and confidence to put AI to work in your everyday HR practice.

    Registered attendee badges will be available in the French Room beginning at 1:30 PM PT.

    , Co-Founder, Upscaile AI Training & Automation

    • Sunday, Mar 82:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT
      French Room, Lobby Level 

5:00 PM PDT - Sunday, Mar 8

  • Attendee Services
    Yes
    Sunday, Mar 08
    5:00 p.m. Sunday, Mar 08
    Visit Registration to pick up your badge and a glass of bubbly courtesy of PwC. Badges are required to attend all sessions and you’ll want to make sure you grab yours before our Welcome Reception powered by PwC this evening.
    • Sunday, Mar 85:00 PM - 7:00 PM PDT
      Garden Room, Lobby Level 
  • Networking
    Yes
    Sunday, Mar 08
    5:00 p.m. Sunday, Mar 08
    Find the right business solutions with our diverse line-up of sponsors and continue to connect with your peers throughout the day. A full list of partners can be found on the SHRM Events app or The AI+HI Project 2026 Attendee Portal.
    • Sunday, Mar 85:00 PM - 7:00 PM PDT
      Grand Ballroom Foyer & Lounge, Ballroom Level

6:00 PM PDT - Sunday, Mar 8

  • Special Event
    Yes
    Sunday, Mar 08
    6:00 p.m. Sunday, Mar 08
    Kick off The AI+HI Project 2026 at the Welcome Reception powered by PwC. Join attendees and mingle with solution providers during an evening of networking over food and drinks...and keep a lookout for SHRM’s resident AI, Opus!
    • Sunday, Mar 86:00 PM - 7:00 PM PDT
      Ballroom Level

7:00 AM PDT - Monday, Mar 9

  • Attendee Services
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    7:00 a.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Visit Registration to pick up your badge.

    You can also stop by Registration to turn in or claim any lost items, get app support, or learn more about accommodations provided at this event.

    • Monday, Mar 97:00 AM - 5:30 PM PDT
      Garden Room, Lobby Level 
  • Speaker Only Sessions
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    7:00 a.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Stop by the Speaker Ready Room to get your conference badge and network with your fellow presenters.
    • Monday, Mar 97:00 AM - 5:30 PM PDT
      Oval Room, Arcade Level
  • Meal Times
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    7:00 a.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Start the day off right with breakfast alongside your AI+HI 2026 colleagues.

    If you requested a Halal or Kosher meal during your registration process, please see a member of the Banquets team at the buffets to pick up your meal.

    Questions about the menu? See a SHRM Events Staffer or stop by Registration for more details.

    • Monday, Mar 97:30 AM - 8:30 AM PDT
      Grand Ballroom, Grand Ballroom Level

8:00 AM PDT - Monday, Mar 9

  • Plenary Session
    Yes
    8:00 a.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Monday, Mar 09
    Kick off the conference with a visionary keynote exploring the dawn of the Co-Intelligence Era—where humans and sophisticated AI systems collaborate as true partners. Discover how agentic and generative AI agents are fundamentally reshaping how organizations hire, develop, and empower their people. This session sets the stage for the event by spotlighting game-changing HR applications, the rapid rise of “co-intelligent” talent, and practical strategies to unlock value, trust, and possibility in this transformative new landscape. Leave inspired and prepared to reimagine your own role at the intersection of human ingenuity and artificial intelligence.

    , EIR, AI+HI, SHRM

    , Venture Capitalist, Blitzscaling Ventures, Founder, Llama Lounge AI events

    , Chief Knowledge Officer, SHRM

    , Chief Marketing Officer, SHRM

    • Monday, Mar 98:30 AM - 10:00 AM PDT
      Grand Ballroom, Grand Ballroom Level

10:00 AM PDT - Monday, Mar 9

  • Break
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    10:00 a.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Take a break from the program and connect with your AI+HI 2026 peers. Pop by the Sponsor Tabletops and grab some fuel before you head to your first breakout session.
    • Monday, Mar 910:00 AM - 10:30 AM PDT
      Sponsor Tabletops, Ballroom Level
  • Networking
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    10:00 a.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Find the right business solutions with our diverse line-up of sponsors and continue to connect with your peers throughout the day. A full list of partners can be found on the SHRM Events app or The AI+HI Project 2026 Attendee Portal.
    • Monday, Mar 910:00 AM - 4:15 PM PDT
      Grand Ballroom Foyer & Lounge, Ballroom Level
  • Breakout Session
    Stage 3 - Optimization
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    10:00 a.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Organizations are increasingly using AI to support inclusion and diversity efforts, but optimizing these systems requires more than good intent. In this moderated panel, leaders will share how they are refining AI-enabled people analytics and generative tools to strengthen belonging, reduce systemic bias, and build trust at scale. The conversation will focus on governance models, accountability measures, and real lessons learned from implementation. Panelists will connect enterprise HR realities with insights from AI adoption in storytelling and content production, highlighting the leadership choices and operational guardrails that make responsible AI sustainable.

    , Co-Founder, President and Chief Distribution Officer, Hartbeat

    , President, SHRM CEO Action

    , Vice President of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, LinkedIn

    • Monday, Mar 910:30 AM - 11:30 AM PDT
      Pavilion Room, Lobby Level
  • Breakout Session
    Stage 1 - Foundation
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    10:00 a.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Dive deep into how AI is revolutionizing talent acquisition by powering smarter recruitment and acquisition strategies. Industry leaders share real-world breakthroughs in AI-driven candidate sourcing, automated screening, skills matching, and bias reduction. Walk away ready to activate AI tools that find, engage, and elevate top talent faster while driving fairness and inclusivity in your talent strategy. Learn about internal/external AI-powered talent marketplaces and gig talent pools as key parts of dynamic, AI-matched internal opportunities.

    , Vice President, Employment and Litigation Services, DCI Consulting Group

    , Strategic Solutions Consultant & Advisor – HCM Cloud, Oracle

    , Advisor, SHRM

    • Monday, Mar 910:30 AM - 11:30 AM PDT
      Terrace Room, Terrace Level
  • Breakout Session
    Stage 2 - Implementation
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    10:00 a.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Explore how AI-powered personalization is setting a new standard for employee engagement. Learn how organizations use real-time data and predictive analytics to tailor learning, feedback, career growth, and well-being journeys. Get practical guidance on designing adaptive, equitable, and trust-building experiences that drive meaningful connection, higher retention, and boost organizational performance.

    , Chief Coaching Officer, BetterUp

    , EIR, AI+HI, SHRM

    , Co-Founder and CEO, Ethos

    , Founder, CEO, Aeqium

    • Monday, Mar 910:30 AM - 11:30 AM PDT
      Gold Room, Lobby Level 
  • Breakout Session
    Stage 4 - Transformation
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    10:00 a.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Join experts exploring the transformation of job architecture and workforce planning fueled by AI. Discover how continuous workforce and skills planning is evolving as organizations shift toward more dynamic, capability-driven models. Learn practical strategies to map emerging skills, redesign roles collaboratively with AI insights, and build workforce agility that aligns with fast-changing business needs. Prepare to lead your organization toward a resilient, future-ready workforce that thrives amid technological change. Understand the ongoing, adaptive nature of continuous workforce planning powered by AI.

    , Founder and CEO, Wisdocity

    , CEO and Founder, Workera

    , Managing Partner, Owl Ventures

    , Partner, Global Workforce Solutions, PwC

    • Monday, Mar 910:30 AM - 11:30 AM PDT
      French Room, Lobby Level 

11:00 AM PDT - Monday, Mar 9

  • Meal Times
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    11:00 a.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Grab lunch and network with other attendees.

    If you requested a Halal or Kosher meal during your registration process, please see a member of the Banquets team at the buffets to pick up your meal.

    Questions about the menu? See a SHRM Events Staffer or stop by Registration for more details.

    • Monday, Mar 911:30 AM - 12:30 PM PDT
      Grand Ballroom, Grand Ballroom Level

12:00 PM PDT - Monday, Mar 9

  • Demos
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    12:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09
    In this live demo, Rapport showcases how AI and human intelligence can work together to enhance the workplace. Through real scenarios, you’ll see how AI-powered tools can support HR leaders in areas like communication, engagement, and decision-making. Walk away with practical ideas and a clearer picture of how emerging technology can amplify human capability at work.

    , EIR, AI+HI, SHRM

    , Co-Founder & CEO, Rapport.co

    • Monday, Mar 912:30 PM - 1:00 PM PDT
      Grand Ballroom, Grand Ballroom Level

1:00 PM PDT - Monday, Mar 9

  • Break
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    1:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Take a break from the program and connect with your AI+HI 2026 peers and Sponsors. While you’re grabbing a beverage to fuel up before your first Innovation Lab, visit our Sponsor Tabletops to discover the new tool that could level up your organization!
    • Monday, Mar 91:00 PM - 1:45 PM PDT
      Sponsor Tabletops, Ballroom Level
  • Innovation Lab
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    1:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09
    In this workshop, you will work with your peers to strategize about how AI will reshape learning and development.

    , Head of Growth, Evolve

    , Director of Learning & Development, Guardant Health

    , Consultant, General Assembly

    , Co-Founder & CEO, AQai

    • Monday, Mar 91:45 PM - 2:45 PM PDT
      Pavilion Room, Lobby Level
  • Innovation Lab
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    1:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09
    In this workshop, you will work with your peers to strategize about how AI will reshape performance management.

    , Senior Director, HR, ForeFront Power

    , Founder and CEO, Infinito Associates

    , Professional Speaker, Trainer, Facilitator, Banish Burnout Academy

    , Acting Head, Product Development, SHRM

    • Monday, Mar 91:45 PM - 2:45 PM PDT
      Venetian Room, Lobby Level
  • Innovation Lab
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    1:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09
    In this workshop, you will work with your peers to strategize about how AI will reshape recruiting and onboarding.

    , Partner, DHR Global

    , Director, Org Effectiveness

    , Founder and CEO, Cultivate

    , Founder & Senior Consultant, The Talent Box Group LLC

    • Monday, Mar 91:45 PM - 2:45 PM PDT
      Terrace Room, Terrace Level
  • Innovation Lab
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    1:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09
    In this workshop, you will work with your peers to strategize about how AI will reshape task analysis and workforce planning.

    , CAIO, MPF Federal

    , Founder / Owner, HR Lift Hill Advisory

    , Leadership Coach & HR Consultant, Compass HR Consulting

    , President, Ishtot, Inc.

    • Monday, Mar 91:45 PM - 2:45 PM PDT
      Gold Room, Lobby Level 

2:00 PM PDT - Monday, Mar 9

  • Break
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    2:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Stretch your legs, refill your water bottle, and make your way back to the Grand Ballroom for our next plenary session!
    • Monday, Mar 92:45 PM - 3:00 PM PDT
      Sponsor Tabletops, Ballroom Level

3:00 PM PDT - Monday, Mar 9

  • Plenary Session
    Yes
    3:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Monday, Mar 09
    Join this dynamic panel featuring leaders from organizations at every stage of the AI transformation journey as they share what it takes to move from promising pilots to delivering measurable, enterprise-wide ROI. Hear how effective change management and leadership development foster adoption, overcome resistance, and enable organizations to scale AI for lasting business impact. Gain actionable insights and proven strategies to progress your own AI initiatives—whether you’re just starting out or ready to accelerate value creation across your entire organization.

    , Partner - Workforce Solutions, PwC

    , Director of Human Resources, E-Z Bel Construction

    , Partner - Workforce Transformation, PwC

    , SVP/Director of Employee Engagement, Five Star Bank

    • Monday, Mar 93:00 PM - 4:00 PM PDT
      Grand Ballroom, Grand Ballroom Level

4:00 PM PDT - Monday, Mar 9

  • Break
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    4:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09
    Don’t miss your last chance to visit our Sponsor Tabletops today! Then head back to the Grand Ballroom for today’s final session.
    • Monday, Mar 94:00 PM - 4:15 PM PDT
      Sponsor Tabletops, Ballroom Level
  • Plenary Session
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    4:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09

    As artificial intelligence accelerates across workplaces, employers and workers alike are navigating critical questions around U.S. competitiveness, workforce readiness, and responsible AI governance. This forward-looking session brings together senior policymakers and SHRM leaders to examine how federal AI policy can translate into real-world outcomes that strengthen—not displace—the human workforce.

    Designed to bridge policy, practice, and innovation, this discussion focuses on how AI regulation can support responsible adoption, protect workers, expand opportunity, and drive sustainable economic growth. Participants will hear directly from policymakers shaping federal AI policy alongside HR leaders implementing AI policy on the ground.

    This solutions-oriented conversation will explore:

    • How human-centered AI governance can balance innovation, risk mitigation, and worker protection.

    • What policymakers expect from employers adopting AI-enabled tools responsibly.

    • How AI policy intersects with workforce readiness, skills development, and talent pipelines.

    • The role of public-private collaboration in ensuring AI expands opportunity and strengthens long-term workforce resilience.

    Grounded in workplace reality, this session moves beyond theory to translate AI policy into practical guidance—equipping HR and business leaders to navigate what’s coming and responsibly lead AI adoption in their organizations.

    , Chief Administrative Officer, SHRM

    , President and CEO, EqualAI

    • Monday, Mar 94:15 PM - 5:15 PM PDT
      Grand Ballroom, Grand Ballroom Level

6:00 PM PDT - Monday, Mar 9

  • Networking
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    6:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Looking for a way to connect with fellow AI+HI Project 2026 attendees on Monday evening? Join a group for dinner at Trick Dog an upscale cocktail bar. This is a great opportunity to network, share insights, and unwind in a relaxed setting.

    Reservation Details:

    Date & Time: Monday, 6:00pm

    Reservation Name: SHRM

    Location: 3010 20th St, San Francisco, CA, 94110, US

    Restaurant Info: Trick Dog

    Important Information:

    Attendees are responsible for their own meal costs.

    Space is limited to 4 participants.

    Spots are first come, based on availability.

    If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please remove the session from your schedule to allow another attendee to join.

    • Monday, Mar 96:00 PM - 8:00 PM PDT
      Trick Dog
  • Networking
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    6:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Looking for a way to connect with fellow AI+HI Project 2026 attendees on Monday evening? Join a group for dinner at Amber India for Indian Cuisine. This is a great opportunity to network, share insights, and unwind in a relaxed setting.

    Reservation Details:

    Date & Time: Monday, 6:30pm

    Reservation Name: SHRM

    Location: 25 Yerba Buena Ln, San Francisco CA 94103

    Restaurant Info: Amber India

    Important Information:

    Attendees are responsible for their own meal costs.

    Space is limited to 8 participants.

    Spots are first come, based on availability.

    If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please remove the session from your schedule to allow another attendee to join.

    • Monday, Mar 96:30 PM - 8:30 PM PDT
      Amber India
  • Networking
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    6:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Looking for a way to connect with fellow AI+HI Project 2026 attendees on Monday evening? Join a group for dinner at Hong Kong Lounge Bistro for Dim Sum. This is a great opportunity to network, share insights, and unwind in a relaxed setting.

    Reservation Details:

    Date & Time: Monday, 6:30pm

    Reservation Name: SHRM AI+HI

    Location: 1136 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94103

    Restaurant Info: Hong Kong Lounge Bistro

    Important Information:

    Attendees are responsible for their own meal costs.

    Space is limited to 8 participants.

    Spots are first come, based on availability.

    If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please remove the session from your schedule to allow another attendee to join.

    • Monday, Mar 96:30 PM - 8:30 PM PDT
      Hong Kong Lounge Bistro
  • Networking
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    6:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Looking for a way to connect with fellow AI+HI Project 2026 attendees on Monday evening? Join a group for dinner at Matador for Mexican Cuisine. This is a great opportunity to network, share insights, and unwind in a relaxed setting.

    Reservation Details:

    Date & Time: Monday, 6:30pm

    Reservation Name: SHRM AI+HI

    Location: 679 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94102

    Restaurant Info: Matador

    Important Information:

    Attendees are responsible for their own meal costs.

    Space is limited to 8 participants.

    Spots are first come, based on availability.

    If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please remove the session from your schedule to allow another attendee to join.

    • Monday, Mar 96:30 PM - 8:30 PM PDT
      Matador
  • Networking
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    6:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Looking for a way to connect with fellow AI+HI Project 2026 attendees on Monday evening? Join a group for dinner at R&G Lounge for Cantonese Cuisine. This is a great opportunity to network, share insights, and unwind in a relaxed setting.

    Reservation Details:

    Date & Time: Monday, 6:30pm

    Reservation Name: SHRM

    Location: 631 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA 94108

    Restaurant Info: R&G Lounge

    Important Information:

    Attendees are responsible for their own meal costs.

    Space is limited to 8 participants.

    Spots are first come, based on availability.

    If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please remove the session from your schedule to allow another attendee to join.

    • Monday, Mar 96:30 PM - 8:30 PM PDT
      R&G Lounge
  • Networking
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    6:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Looking for a way to connect with fellow AI+HI Project 2026 attendees on Monday evening? Join a group for dinner at Le Soleil, a restaurant specializing in Asian Fusion Cuisine. This is a great opportunity to network, share insights, and unwind in a relaxed setting.

    Reservation Details:

    Date & Time: Sunday, 6:30pm

    Reservation Name: SHRM AI+HI

    Location: 133 Clement St, San Francisco, CA, 94118, US

    Restaurant Info: Le Soleil

    Important Information:

    Attendees are responsible for their own meal costs.

    Space is limited to 6 participants.

    Spots are first come, based on availability.

    If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please remove the session from your schedule to allow another attendee to join.

    • Monday, Mar 96:30 PM - 8:30 PM PDT
      Le Soleil
  • Networking
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    6:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Looking for a way to connect with fellow AI+HI Project 2026 attendees on Monday evening? Join a group for dinner at Surisan for Korean Cuisine. This is a great opportunity to network, share insights, and unwind in a relaxed setting.

    Reservation Details:

    Date & Time: Monday, 6:30pm

    Reservation Name: SHRM AIHI

    Location: 505 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94133

    Restaurant Info: Surisan

    Important Information:

    Attendees are responsible for their own meal costs.

    Space is limited to 4 participants.

    Spots are first come, based on availability.

    If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please remove the session from your schedule to allow another attendee to join.

    • Monday, Mar 96:30 PM - 8:30 PM PDT
      Surisan
  • Networking
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    6:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Looking for a way to connect with fellow AI+HI Project 2026 attendees on Monday evening? Join a group for dinner at Tropisueno for Mexican Cuisine. This is a great opportunity to network, share insights, and unwind in a relaxed setting.

    Reservation Details:

    Date & Time: Monday, 6:30pm

    Reservation Name: SHRM AIHI

    Location: 75 Yerba Buena Ln, San Francisco, CA 94103

    Restaurant Info: Tropisueno

    Important Information:

    Attendees are responsible for their own meal costs.

    Space is limited to 6 participants.

    Spots are first come, based on availability.

    If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please remove the session from your schedule to allow another attendee to join.

    • Monday, Mar 96:30 PM - 8:30 PM PDT
      Tropisueno

7:00 PM PDT - Monday, Mar 9

  • Networking
    Yes
    Monday, Mar 09
    7:00 p.m. Monday, Mar 09

    Looking for a way to connect with fellow AI+HI Project 2026 attendees on Monday evening? Join a group for dinner at Flour + Water Pizzeria for Italian Cuisine. This is a great opportunity to network, share insights, and unwind in a relaxed setting.

    Reservation Details:

    Date & Time: Monday, 7:00pm

    Reservation Name: SHRM AI+HI

    Location: 532 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133

    Restaurant Info: Flour + Water Pizzeria

    Important Information:

    Attendees are responsible for their own meal costs.

    Space is limited to 4 participants.

    Spots are first come, based on availability.

    If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please remove the session from your schedule to allow another attendee to join.

    • Monday, Mar 97:00 PM - 9:00 PM PDT
      Flour + Water Pizzeria

7:00 AM PDT - Tuesday, Mar 10

  • Attendee Services
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    7:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10

    If you have not picked up your badge yet, visit Registration.

    Phone? Wallet? Keys? Make sure you haven’t lost track of any your personal items during your time at the Fairmont. If you are trying to locate a lost item, visit Registration to see if it’s been turned in!

    • Tuesday, Mar 107:00 AM - 5:30 PM PDT
      Garden Room, Lobby Level 
  • Speaker Only Sessions
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    7:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10
    Stop by the Speaker Ready Room to get your conference badge and network with your fellow presenters.
    • Tuesday, Mar 107:00 AM - 5:30 PM PDT
      Oval Room, Arcade Level
  • Meal Times
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    7:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10

    Start the day off right with breakfast alongside your AI+HI 2026 colleagues.

    If you requested a Halal or Kosher meal during your registration process, please see a member of the Banquets team at the buffets to pick up your meal.

    Questions about the menu? See a SHRM Events Staffer or stop by Registration for more details.

    • Tuesday, Mar 107:30 AM - 8:30 AM PDT
      Grand Ballroom, Grand Ballroom Level

8:00 AM PDT - Tuesday, Mar 10

  • Plenary Session
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    8:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10
    AI’s promise in HR is undeniable, yet adoption and impact remain uneven. New SHRM research reveals a growing gap between what generative AI is technically capable of and how it is being used across HR today. In this session, SHRM’s Thought Leadership team unpacks data spanning 138 specific HR tasks to show where AI is delivering real value. You’ll gain a clear view of how much work is currently automated or AI-assisted, the nontechnical barriers slowing job displacement, and the role of skills, confidence, and anxiety in shaping HR’s AI readiness. The session also explores how effective HR-IT partnerships are enabling progress and where misalignment is holding organizations back. Attendees will leave with a practical, research-backed understanding of today’s AI reality in HR, and clearer insight into where to focus, where to pause, and how to move forward with confidence amid a rapidly evolving landscape.

    , HR Technology Lead Analyst, SHRM

    , VP, Thought Leadership, SHRM

    • Tuesday, Mar 108:30 AM - 9:00 AM PDT
      Grand Ballroom, Grand Ballroom Level

9:00 AM PDT - Tuesday, Mar 10

  • Plenary Session
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    9:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10
    Join an inspiring keynote exploring how to design AI with human dignity at its core. Discover how human-centered AI fosters ethical, inclusive, and trustworthy technologies that elevate and empower people. Gain both visionary perspectives and actionable frameworks to guide AI development toward solutions that are compassionate, respectful, and serve humanity’s best interests.

    , President and CEO, SHRM

    , Founder, Rapport

    , Founder, Platformation Labs

    • Tuesday, Mar 109:00 AM - 10:00 AM PDT
      Grand Ballroom, Grand Ballroom Level

10:00 AM PDT - Tuesday, Mar 10

  • Break
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    10:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10
    Take a break from the program and connect with your AI+HI 2026 peers. Visit our Sponsor Tabletops and top up your coffee or tea ahead of your first breakout session of the day.
    • Tuesday, Mar 1010:00 AM - 10:30 AM PDT
      Sponsor Tabletops, Ballroom Level
  • Networking
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    10:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10
    Find the right business solutions with our diverse line-up of sponsors and continue to connect with your peers throughout the day. A full list of partners can be found on the SHRM Events app or The AI+HI Project 2026 Attendee Portal.
    • Tuesday, Mar 1010:00 AM - 3:00 PM PDT
      Grand Ballroom Foyer & Lounge, Ballroom Level
  • Breakout Session
    Stage 4 - Transformation
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    10:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10
    Explore how AI-human collaboration is reshaping skills-based hiring in this transformative fireside or panel session. Learn how smart AI tools augment recruiting teams through bias reduction, skills matching, and predictive insights, while preserving essential human judgment and empathy. Discover strategies to foster workforce agility and inclusive, data-driven hiring practices that prepare your organization for the future of talent acquisition.

    , HR Technology Lead Analyst, SHRM

    , CEO & Co-Founder, Firstwork

    , CEO, EQ App

    , Deployment Strategist, Palantir Technologies

    • Tuesday, Mar 1010:30 AM - 11:30 AM PDT
      Venetian Room, Lobby Level
  • Breakout Session
    Stage 3 - Optimization
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    10:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10
    Discover how AI-enabled coaching tools are reshaping leadership development by enabling continuous, tailored feedback and personalized growth pathways. Hear from innovators driving cultures of ongoing learning with real-time skill assessment, rapid development insights, and scalable coaching models that empower managers and leaders to succeed in an AI-augmented workplace.

    , CEO, Total Solutions Group

    , Advisor, SHRM

    , SVP, Chief Human Resources Officer, Mountain America Credit Union

    • Tuesday, Mar 1010:30 AM - 11:30 AM PDT
      Pavilion Room, Lobby Level
  • Breakout Session
    Stage 2 - Implementation
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    10:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10
    Join a fireside or panel session focused on how leading organizations are reinventing HR from the ground up to be AI-first, digitally fluent, and strategically aligned. Discover how companies are redesigning HR structures, processes, and workflows—investing in data infrastructure, upskilling, and new roles to drive agility and impact. Through practical case studies and actionable insights, learn what it takes to transform HR into an adaptive, product-oriented function ready for the demands of tomorrow’s business.

    , Randstad Enterprise

    , CLO, TTEC

    , eBay

    , VP, Thought Leadership, SHRM

    • Tuesday, Mar 1010:30 AM - 11:30 AM PDT
      Gold Room, Lobby Level 
  • Breakout Session
    Stage 1 - Foundation
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    10:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10
    AI is increasingly being positioned as a tool to improve employee well-being, productivity, and engagement, but its use also raises critical questions around trust, privacy, and human judgment. In this fireside or panel discussion, senior leaders will explore where AI can meaningfully support employee well-being, where it can unintentionally create risk, and what organizations must understand before deploying AI-driven monitoring or personalization. Attendees will gain a clear framework for evaluating AI’s potential impact on the human experience at work and for setting responsible guardrails before moving into implementation.

    , Managing Director of HR Innovation & Workforce Technology, Delta Air Lines

    , CEO, Humanitas

    , Vice President of Associate Operations, Associate Experience (Human Resources), The Kroger Co.

    , EIR, AI+HI, SHRM

    • Tuesday, Mar 1010:30 AM - 11:30 AM PDT
      Terrace Room, Terrace Level

11:00 AM PDT - Tuesday, Mar 10

  • Meal Times
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Mar 10

    Grab lunch and network with other attendees.

    If you requested a Halal or Kosher meal during your registration process, please see a member of the Banquets team at the buffets to pick up your meal.

    Questions about the menu? See a SHRM Events Staffer or stop by Registration for more details.

    • Tuesday, Mar 1011:30 AM - 12:30 PM PDT
      Grand Ballroom, Grand Ballroom Level

12:00 PM PDT - Tuesday, Mar 10

  • Break
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    12:00 p.m. Tuesday, Mar 10

    Take a break from the program and connect with your AI+HI 2026 peers. If you have a few minutes to spare before Innovation Labs begin, visit our Sponsor Tabletops to explore tools and resources offered by our sponsors that could elevate you and your organization!

    If you have a question about your Innovation Lab team room assignment, look for a SHRM staffer who can assist.

    • Tuesday, Mar 1012:30 PM - 12:45 PM PDT
      Sponsor Tabletops, Ballroom Level
  • Innovation Lab
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    12:00 p.m. Tuesday, Mar 10
    In part two of our Innovation Labs, your Monday team will join attendees from other groups. You will collaborate to build an integrated leadership dashboard that connects your ideas across the four topic areas. Together, you’ll explore how each topic reinforces one another—while identifying what to stop, what to strengthen, and what to prioritize for the greatest impact.  At the end of this session, your facilitators will choose finalists to present in the Innovation Labs Conclusion.

    , Acting Head, Product Development, SHRM

    , Senior Director, HR, ForeFront Power

    , Founder and CEO, Infinito Associates

    , Professional Speaker, Trainer, Facilitator, Banish Burnout Academy

    • Tuesday, Mar 1012:45 PM - 1:45 PM PDT
      Venetian Room, Lobby Level
  • Innovation Lab
    Yes
    Tuesday, Mar 10
    12:00 p.m. Tuesday, Mar 10
    In part two of our Innovation Labs, your Monday team will join attendees from other groups. You will collaborate to build an integrated leadership dashboard that connects your ideas across the four topic areas. Together, you’ll explore how each topic reinforces one another—while identifying what to stop, what to strengthen, and what to prioritize for the greatest impact.  At the end of this session, your facilitators will choose finalists to present in the Innovation Labs Conclusion.

    , CAIO, MPF Federal

    , Founder / Owner, HR Lift Hill Advisory

    , Leadership Coach & HR Consultant, Compass HR Consulting

    , President, Ishtot, Inc.

    • Tuesday, Mar 1012:45 PM - 1:45 PM PDT
      Gold Room, Lobby Level