2025 California HR Conference

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See 2025’s Speaker Lineup

Sharing a wealth of expertise.

  • Catherine Mattice

    Catherine Mattice

    Founder/CEO, Civility Partners

  • Kecia Hanson

    Kecia Hanson

    Learning and Development Director, California Employers Association

  • Dave Collins

    Dave Collins

    Founder + CEO | Oak and Reeds

  • Catharine Mirabile

    Catharine Mirabile

    Senior Director, Membership Field Affiliate Community | SHRM

  • Paul Falcone

    Paul Falcone

    Principal | Paul Falcone Workplace Leadership Consulting, LLC

  • Jeremy Eskenazi

    Jeremy Eskenazi

    Managing Principal, Riviera Advisors

  • Melissa Tipton

    Melissa Tipton

    Chief Experience Officer | Compass Business Solutions, Inc.

  • Tara Fournier

    Tara Fournier

    Global HR Executive & Consultant | T4 HR Consulting

  • Van Lai-DuMone

    Van Lai-DuMone

    Founder, CEO & Author | worksmart Advantage

  • Earl Clarkston

    Earl Clarkston

    Human Resources & Benefits Director | Vintage Grocers

  • Patrick Kane

    Patrick Kane

    Senior Director of Security

  • Eric De Wames

    Eric De Wames

    Managing Partner | Michael Sullivan & Associates

  • Paul Butler

    Paul Butler

    Joint Owner & Client Partner, Newleaf Training and Development

  • Diana Tsai

    Diana Tsai

    Co-Founder + CEO | Upwage

  • Ali Brodie

    Ali Brodie

    Partner | Fox Rothschild LLP

  • Shane Yount

    Shane Yount

    President and CEO | Competitive Solutions, Inc. (CSI)

  • Christopher Porras

    Christopher Porras

    Director of HR, Talent and Culture | Freedom of the Press Foundation

  • Victor Xu

    Victor Xu

    Partner, Fisher Phillips

  • Lia Garvin

    Lia Garvin

    "Team Whisperer" | Lia Garvin Consulting

  • Lisa Harris

    Lisa Harris

    Partner | Sheppard Mullin

  • Lauren Sweeney

    Lauren Sweeney

    Vice President | Rise Up For You

  • Cheryl Johnson-Hartwell

    Cheryl Johnson-Hartwell

    Partner | Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP

  • Tina Schust Robinson

    Tina Schust Robinson

    Founder + CEO | WorkJoy, LLC

  • James Cross

    James Cross

    Co-Founder at Tenor | AI for Leadership

  • Alexander Ali Dalipi

    Alexander Ali Dalipi

    CEO | HR1Systems

  • Dr. Charles Sterling

    Dr. Charles Sterling

    Senior Advisory Team Consultant | Arthur J. Gallagher

  • Geoffrey Palenik

    Geoffrey Palenik

    Wealth Advisor + Lead Partner | Genesis Wealth Partners

  • Mika Leah

    Mika Leah

    CEO + Founder | Goomi Group, Inc.

  • Allison West

    Allison West

    Employment Attorney, Speaker, Investigator, Trainer, Expert Witness | Employment Practices Specialists

  • Jennifer Shaw

    Jennifer Shaw

    Founder | Shaw Law Group

  • Julie Develin

    Julie Develin

    Sr. Partner, Human Insights, UKG

  • McKensie Badal

    McKensie Badal

    Financial Advisor | Genesis Wealth Partners Group

  • Dr. Rick Goodman

    Dr. Rick Goodman

    Motivational Business Keynote Speaker

  • Sonja Montel

    Sonja Montel

    Co Founder | PEQ Performance Consulting, LLC

  • Algeria Ford

    Algeria Ford

    Partner | Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP

  • Xiomara Arroyo

    Xiomara Arroyo

    SVP, Market Leader | PNC

  • Whitney Parnell

    Whitney Parnell

    Chief Executive Officer + Founder | Service Never Sleeps

  • Tobias Kennedy

    Tobias Kennedy

    President | Montage Insurance Solutions

  • Tremaine Friend

    Tremaine Friend

    VP, HR & Talent Operations | Talent XPanse

  • Gina Jacoy

    Gina Jacoy

    Human Resources Manager | Advanced Systems Services Inc.

  • Tamla Oates Forney

    Tamla Oates Forney

    CEO | SHRM Linkage

  • Wendy Ryan

    Wendy Ryan

    CEO | Kadabra

  • Dr. Jaime Raygoza

    Dr. Jaime Raygoza

    Founder | Rainbow Career Coaching

  • Rachel Shaw

    Rachel Shaw

    President and Principal Consultant | Shaw HR Consulting

  • Diana De La Torre

    Diana De La Torre

    AVP, Relationship Manager - Organizational Financial Wellness | PNC

  • Bea Boccalandro

    Bea Boccalandro

    Corporate Purpose and Social Responsibility Advisor | Bea Bocclandro

    Elevating HR in California.

    As an HR professional, you are your organization’s first line of defense against litigation and workplace disputes, a manager of both risk and talent acquisition, a compliance aficionado, and so much more. At the 2025 California HR Conference, you’ll discover everything you need to excel in your multifaceted role, navigate California’s notoriously complex regulations, and elevate your position in your organization. All content is tailored to the unique challenges of California’s legal landscape, providing you with the knowledge and tools to lead effectively in the Golden State.

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    Manager & Up

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    Recertification Credits

    SHRM

    This program will be submitted for SHRM-CPSM or SHRM-SCPSM. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit www.shrmcertification.org.

    Professionals In Human Resources Association (PIHRA) is recognized by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CPSM or SHRM-SCPSM.

    HCRI

    This program will be submitted for HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HCRI®). For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HR Certification Institute homepage at www.hrci.org. www.hrci.org.

    The use of this seal confirms that this activity has met HR Certification Institute’s® (HRCI®) criteria for recertification credit pre-approval.

    MCLE

    PIHRA is a State Bar of California MCLE approved provider. Our 2025 California HR Conference will be submitted for MCLE credit hours.

    Invest in Your Career

    Stay on the Cutting Edge

    Navigate California’s complex HR laws with ten specialized tracks on inclusion, culture, HR tech, and more to keep your organization ahead.

    Discover Resources

     Explore top HR tools and solutions, from applicant tracking systems to wellness programs, all designed to tackle today’s HR challenges.

    Form Meaningful Connections

    Enjoy social networking, live music, entertainment, and more while building lasting relationships in a relaxed California vibe.

     

     

     

    The Best Value

    Get top-tier content and exclusive California sessions. Attend in person or virtually—100% California, always on trend, globally accessible.

     

     

     

    Thank You to Our Sponsors

    Title Sponsor
    Title Sponsor
    Michael Sullivan & Associates

    Welcome Reception & Concurrent Session Sponsor

    The Baldwin Group

    Badges & Lanyards Sponsor

    Corporate Traditions

    Gift Card Partner

    PNC

    Book Signing & Workshop Sponsor

    SHRM
    Genesis Wealth Partners
    Fast Track Stage
    IEA

    Lunch Reception - Monday

    One Point HCM
    Exhibit Hall Passport Game
    AALRR

    Concurrent Session Sponsor

    Sheppard Mullin

    Concurrent Session Sponsor

    Burke Williams & Sorensen

    Concurrent Session Sponsor

    Lia Garvin

    Fast Track Stage

    California Employers Association

    Fast Track Stage

    Expert Effect

    Fast Track Stage

    UpWage

    General Session

    Harry’s Oklahoma Style Smokehouse BBQ

    Volunteer Lounge Sponsor

    Beekeeper

    Headshot Lounge Sponsor

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