SHCX26 IS PRESENTED BY
We offer a variety of session formats to fit each type of learning style.
Check out ways you can engage in this year’s SHRM Hawaii Conference & Expo!
Kick off SHCX26 with the AI+HI Specialty Credential Course, beginning the day before the conference. This immersive session launches a four-day course designed to help HR professionals build confidence using AI while keeping people at the center. Explore practical applications, strengthen your AI readiness, and gain tools you can put to work right away. Start with AI+HI and carry the momentum into SHCX26!
*Thursday, October 15
Additional registration and fee required.
KEYNOTE SESSIONS
Join Michael Puck, SHRM-SCP, for an energizing keynote and afternoon interactive session exploring how HR can lead with greater trust, resilience, and impact in an AI-enabled world. Discover how technology and human connection can work together to strengthen - not replace -the relationships at the heart of our workplaces. Michael will challenge us to rethink how we lead, adapt, and create cultures where both people and organizations can thrive. Walk away with fresh perspectives and practical ideas for navigating change with confidence and purpose.
SHRM Hawaii Lunch Program
Come together with the SHRM Hawaii community for a special time to connect, celebrate, and reflect on all we’ve accomplished together over the past year. We’ll also conduct our Annual Meeting, including the election of the 2027 SHRM Hawaii Board of Directors, as we look ahead to another exciting year. The heart of our lunch program is the SHRM Hawaii HR Awards, where we’ll celebrate the outstanding individuals whose leadership, service, and contributions are making a difference in our workplaces and communities. Join us as we celebrate where we’ve been, those who inspire us, and what’s ahead!
CONCURRENT BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Gain practical insights and actionable strategies in these dynamic sessions led by industry experts and seasoned professionals. Featuring original content, real-world case studies, and forward-thinking ideas, each session is designed to equip you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to strengthen your organization, elevate your work, and achieve success- because Together We Will Thrive.
EXHIBITOR HALL
Learning doesn't stop when the sessions end. Join our Thrive Partners and discover engaging experiences throughout the Expo Hall during scheduled breaks, where our partners showcase innovative tools, emerging trends, and practical solutions for today's workplace. Explore new ideas, make meaningful connections, and uncover resources that will help your people and organization thrive.
MEGA SESSION LEGAL UPDATE
Stay ahead of the curve with this high-impact session led by leading legal and compliance experts. As workplace regulations continue to evolve, you'll gain timely insights into the most significant employment law developments affecting organizations today. Through legislative updates, practical guidance, and real-world case studies, this session equips HR professionals and business leaders with the knowledge and tools to confidently navigate risk, ensure compliance, and make informed decisions.