California HR Conference 2019 - Grow your Future.

Long Beach

CALIFORNIA

AUGUST 25-28, 2019

Grow your future.

Created and curated by the Professionals In Human Resources Association (PIHRA,) the California HR Conference (CAHR) is a hub of human resource content for professionals who either practice or are responsible for HR management in California.

We offer a unique experience committed to your understanding of the trends and laws affecting the future of your business, to opportunities for purposeful networking, and to connecting HR communities.

Attendees

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Manager & Up

Speakers

Credits

Why Attend?

Education

Maintain and sharpen your professional edge by keeping up with changing laws, regulations and cutting edge HR strategies presented by industry leaders.

NETWORKING

Catch up with old friends and make new career-changing connections while learning, celebrating and enjoying everything HR.

Solutions

The Expo gathers over 170 exhibitors offering helpful products and services designed specifically for HR professionals.

SPECIAL RATES

From exclusive conference experiences to adjusted admission, our special rates promote an elevated and inclusive event for all.

On The Agenda

12:00pm - 6:00pm

Attendee Registration

1:00pm – 2:15pm

New Pre-Conference Session (California)

2:15pm - 3:45pm

Pre-Conference Concurrent Sessions (California & Business)

4:00pm - 5:00pm

PIHRA Annual Meeting

5:00pm - 6:00pm

PIHRA New Member Reception

7:00pm - 8:00pm

PIHRA Partners Reception (Invitation Only)

8:00pm - 9:00pm

New Comedy Show
7:30am – 8:45am

First Time Attendee Orientation

7:30am - 8:45am

Concurrent Sessions

9:00am – 10:30am

Opening General Session

10:30am – 4:00pm

Exposition Open

11:15am – 12:30pm

Mega Session

11:15am – 12:30pm

Concurrent Sessions

12:30pm – 2:00pm

Lunch in the Exposition

2:00pm – 3:15pm

Concurrent Sessions

2:00pm – 4:00pm

Masters Series

4:00pm – 5:15pm

Concurrent Sessions

5:30pm – 7:00pm

Young Professionals Reception

5:30pm

Open Evening with Exhibitors & Sponsors

6:00pm – 7:30pm

Meet to Eat
7:30am – 8:45am

First Time Attendee Orientation

7:30am - 8:45am

Concurrent Sessions

9:00am – 10:30am

Opening General Session

10:30am – 4:00pm

Exposition Open

11:15am – 12:30pm

Mega Session

11:15am – 12:30pm

Concurrent Sessions

12:30pm – 2:00pm

Lunch in the Exposition

2:00pm – 3:15pm

Concurrent Sessions

2:00pm – 4:00pm

Masters Series

4:00pm – 5:15pm

Concurrent Sessions

6:00pm – 7:30pm

Meet to Eat

7:00pm – 8:00pm

HR Executives Reception (Invitation Only)

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Music Show
7:30am – 8:45am

Concurrent Sessions

9:00am – 10:15am

Mega Session

9:00am – 10:15am

Concurrent Sessions

10:30am – 12:00pm

Closing General Session

Sessions to Invest in.

Join more than 2,800 practitioners, providers and presenters at the California HR Conference by Professionals In Human Resources Association. Attendees are able to earn SHRM professional development credits (PDCs) and HR Certification Institute (HRCI) Business, California, Global and HR (General) recertification credits. The concurrent sessions are presented by skilled and experienced speakers in HR Compliance, California Employment Law, Business & HR Strategy, Talent Management, Global HR, Total Rewards, Professional Development, Nonprofit HR, and the Executive HR function.

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2018 CAHR Speakers

This year’s lineup features entrepreneurs, HR executives, authors, and an astronaut presenting exceptional general sessions, TED-style talks, mega sessions, and masters series panel.

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Mel Robbins

CNN Commentator and creator of the "5 Second Rule"

@melrobbins

Opening Keynote

Afdhel Aziz

Co-Author of "Good is the New Cool." Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Conspiracy of Love

@AfdhelAziz

Tuesday Keynote

Captain Scott Kelly

History-Making U.S. Astronaut & Retired U.S. Navy Captain. Author of Endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery

@StationCDRKelly

Closing Keynote

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Dr. Ernest J. Wilson III

Founding Director of USC Annenberg Center for Third Space Thinking

@USCThirdSpace
Monday Mega Session

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Garry O. Ridge

President, Chief Executive Officer and Director, WD-40

@learningmoment
Tuesday Mega Session

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Vu Pham, Ph.D

Chair of Elevate at UC San Diego Center for Executive Development

@DrVu
Monday Masters Session

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Long Beach is your Destination!

The urban sophistication of a big city with the relaxed atmosphere of a beach resort. Discover world-class attractions, cutting-edge museums, award-winning restaurants and a thriving, multi-faceted arts and culture scene.

Learn more about our venue, the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center.

Getting Here

Staying Here

CAHR19 Expo

With over 170 exhibiting companies at CAHR19, compare products and services in one convenient place and get a thorough overview of all the options available. From live demonstrations to interactive exhibits to one-on-one meetings, you’ll return to your office armed with the information you need to take your organization to the next level.

Exhibitor Information

Thank you to our 2018 Sponsors.

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