Organiser Spotlight: WorldatWork

myhrevents
Jun 30
2 min read

Publication Date: 16/06/2026

About WorldatWork

WorldatWork is a global professional association dedicated to advancing the fields of Total Rewards, compensation, benefits, executive compensation, employee wellbeing, and work-life effectiveness. Established in 1955, the organisation supports HR and rewards professionals through education, certification, research, conferences, and professional communities.

Headquartered in the United States, WorldatWork has built one of the largest professional networks for compensation and rewards practitioners, helping organisations develop competitive, equitable, and effective workforce strategies.

A Trusted Leader in Total Rewards

For more than 70 years, WorldatWork has been helping organisations design workplace strategies that attract, engage, and retain talent.

Its work focuses on:

Compensation
Employee Benefits
Executive Compensation
Recognition
Wellbeing
Pay Equity
Sales Compensation
Total Rewards Strategy
Workforce Performance
HR Compliance

Through conferences, certifications, webinars, and research, the organisation provides HR professionals with practical knowledge to address today's workplace challenges.

Flagship Events

Total Rewards Conference & Exhibition

Typically Held: May

WorldatWork's flagship annual conference brings together compensation, benefits, HR, and Total Rewards professionals from around the world.

The event features:

Keynote presentations
Educational breakout sessions
Interactive workshops
Solution providers
Networking opportunities
Certification learning

Sales Compensation Conference

Typically Held: Autumn

Designed specifically for professionals responsible for sales incentive design and compensation strategy.

Topics include:

Sales Incentive Plans
Performance Measurement
Revenue Growth
Compensation Analytics
Sales Strategy

Workplace Equity Conference

WorldatWork regularly hosts events focused on workplace equity, fair pay, transparency, and inclusive reward strategies.

Topics include:

Pay Equity
Compensation Transparency
Inclusive Rewards
Regulatory Developments
Workforce Fairness

Certification Preparation Events

Throughout the year, WorldatWork delivers certification courses, workshops, and instructor-led learning programmes supporting HR professionals seeking recognised Total Rewards credentials.

Training Information:

https://worldatwork.org/certification

Professional Certifications

One of WorldatWork's most recognised contributions to the HR profession is its certification programme.

Professionals can develop expertise in areas including:

Total Rewards
Compensation
Benefits
Executive Compensation
Pay Equity
Sales Compensation

Certification programmes combine instructor-led education, self-paced learning, and practical application to help HR professionals advance their careers.

Learn More:

https://worldatwork.org/certification

Membership Benefits

WorldatWork members gain access to:

Industry research
Salary and compensation insights
HR toolkits
Professional communities
Educational webinars
On-demand learning
Conferences and networking events
Certification resources

Membership Information:

https://worldatwork.org/membership

Resources & Learning

Beyond live events, WorldatWork publishes a wide range of educational resources covering:

Compensation Strategy
Employee Benefits
Total Rewards
Executive Pay
Pay Equity
Wellbeing
Recognition
Workforce Trends

Professionals can access articles, reports, webinars, online courses, and research throughout the year.

Resources:

https://worldatwork.org/resources

Event Formats

WorldatWork delivers:

Annual Conferences
Professional Workshops
Certification Courses
Virtual Events
Webinars
Executive Forums
On-Demand Learning
Networking Events

Why WorldatWork Matters

As organisations continue to compete for talent in an evolving workplace, compensation and Total Rewards have become increasingly strategic. WorldatWork has remained at the forefront of this profession by combining education, certification, research, and conferences that help HR and rewards professionals develop practical, evidence-based solutions.

Its long-standing commitment to professional development has made WorldatWork one of the most respected organisations serving the global HR and Total Rewards community.