Top 20 Upcoming HR Events in the US and APAC (October–December 2026)
Discover 20 upcoming HR conferences, summits, workshops and webinars taking place across the United States and Asia-Pacific (APAC)
October 2026
1. McLean Signature 2026
United States
Date: October 4–6, 2026
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Format: In person
McLean & Company provides HR research, advisory services and practical guidance for HR and business leaders. Its Signature conference brings HR executives together for research-led sessions and peer discussions.
Organiser: https://hr.mcleanco.com/
2. People First: Elevating Talent for the Future
United States
Date: October 6–7, 2026
Location: Brooklyn, New York
Format: In person
The Conference Board is a global, non-profit business membership and research organisation. Its human capital events bring executives together to discuss workforce strategy, leadership and organisational change.
Organiser: https://www.conference-board.org/
3. Workday Rising 2026
United States
Date: October 12–15, 2026
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Format: In person and digital
Workday develops enterprise cloud applications for finance and human resources. Its annual Rising event explores HR, finance and AI through customer sessions, product insights and networking.
Event link: https://rising.workday.com/
Organiser: https://www.workday.com/
4. Staffing World 2026
United States
Date: October 12–14, 2026
Location: Denver, Colorado
Format: In person
The American Staffing Association represents the staffing, recruiting and workforce solutions industry. Staffing World is its annual event for staffing professionals, covering recruitment, business development and workforce trends.
Event link: https://staffingworld.net/
Organiser: https://americanstaffing.net/
5. HR Technology Conference & Exposition 2026
United States
Date: October 20–22, 2026
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Format: In person
The HR Technology Conference brings together HR leaders, technology providers and industry analysts to explore workforce technology, talent solutions, AI and HR transformation.
Event link: https://www.hrtechnologyconference.com/
Organiser: https://www.hrtechnologyconference.com/
6. Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo (Americas)
United States
Date: October 26–28, 2026
Location: Orlando, Florida
Format: In person
Gartner is a research and advisory company serving business and technology leaders. Its HR Symposium/Xpo convenes senior HR executives to explore HR strategy, workforce transformation and emerging technologies.
Organiser: https://www.gartner.com/
7. ATD Asia Pacific Conference & Expo 2026
APAC
Date: October 27–29, 2026
Location: Taipei, Taiwan
Format: In person
The Association for Talent Development (ATD) is a professional association for workplace learning and talent development. Its Asia-Pacific conference focuses on learning, talent development and the role of AI in workplace strategy.
Event link: https://www.atdapc.org.tw/
Organiser: https://www.td.org/
8. HR & WorkTech Summit Philippines 2026
APAC
Date: October 15, 2026
Location: Manila, Philippines
Format: In person
Escom Events organises business conferences and industry summits. This event focuses on HR innovation, AI, people strategy and workplace technology in the Philippines.
Event link: https://philippines2026.hrworkplaceshow.com/
Organiser: https://www.escom-events.com/
9. HRM Asia CHRO Insights
APAC
Date: October 7, 2026
Location: Singapore
Format: In person
HRM Asia is a regional HR media and events organisation serving HR professionals across Asia. Its events cover HR leadership, talent management and the changing workplace.
Event link: https://hrmasia.com/events/
Organiser: https://hrmasia.com/
November 2026
10. The Asia HRD Congress 2026
APAC
Date: November 12–13, 2026
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Format: In person
The Asia HRD Congress brings together HR and learning professionals to discuss human resource development, leadership, talent management and workplace transformation.
Event link: https://hrdcongress.com/
Organiser: https://www.smrhrgroup.com/
11. Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo (APAC)
APAC
Date: November 16–17, 2026
Location: Sydney, Australia
Format: In person
Gartner is a global research and advisory company. Its APAC HR Symposium/Xpo brings senior HR executives together to explore workforce strategy, leadership, technology and organisational priorities.
Organiser: https://www.gartner.com/
12. The AI Leadership Summit
United States
Date: November 17–18, 2026
Location: United States
Format: Hybrid
The Conference Board is a global business research and membership organisation. Its executive programmes address leadership, business transformation and the implications of emerging technologies, including AI.
Event link: https://www.conference-board.org/conferences/conferencelisting.cfm?subtopicid=120&topicid=20
Organiser: https://www.conference-board.org/
13. People & HR Live Event – Los Angeles
United States
Date: November 4, 2026
Location: Los Angeles, California
Format: In persono
From Day One is a media and events organisation covering corporate culture, employee experience and people strategy. Its events bring HR and business leaders together for discussions on workplace practices.
Organiser: https://www.fromdayone.com/
14. People & HR Live Event – New York
United States
Date: November 19, 2026
Location: New York City, USA
Format: In person
From Day One organises conferences and publishes content on corporate culture, employee experience and the relationship between business performance and people management.
Organiser: https://www.fromdayone.com/
December 2026
15. Employee Well-Being 2026
United States
Date: December 7–9, 2026
Location: Orlando, Florida
Format: In person
The Conference Board is a global business research and membership organisation. Its human capital programmes examine employee well-being, workforce engagement and organisational performance.
Organiser: https://www.conference-board.org/
16. Workday Elevate Washington, D.C.
United States
Date: December 10, 2026
Location: Washington, D.C.
Format: In person
Workday develops cloud applications for finance and human resources. Its Elevate events showcase technology, customer experiences and developments in AI and enterprise management.
Organiser: https://www.workday.com/
17. HR.com: State of Frontline and Volume Hiring
Virtual
Date: October 7, 2026
Location: Online
Format: Webinar
HR.com is an online community and resource platform for HR professionals. It provides research, webcasts and professional development resources covering recruitment, talent management and HR operations.
Event link: https://www.hr.com
Organiser: https://www.hr.com/
18. 2026 M&A Talent Summit
United States
Date: October 14, 2026
Location: San Francisco, California
Format: In person
The Conference Board is a global business research and membership organisation. Its executive programmes explore talent, leadership and organisational challenges, including those associated with mergers and acquisitions.
Event link: https://www.conference-board.org/conferences/conferencelisting.cfm?subtopicid=120&topicid=20
Organiser: https://www.conference-board.org/
19. Distinguished Leadership Awards Celebration
United States
Date: October 21, 2026
Location: United States
Format: To be confirmed
The Conference Board is a business research and membership organisation that hosts executive events and leadership programmes. This listing requires confirmation of the specific award event and its format.
Event link: https://www.conference-board.org/conferences/conferencelisting.cfm?subtopicid=120&topicid=20
Organiser: https://www.conference-board.org/
20. HR.com: Future of Pay Equity and Transparency
Virtual
Date: October 14, 2026
Location: Online
Format: Webinar
HR.com provides educational resources, research and webinars for HR professionals. Its programming covers compensation, employee relations, compliance and talent management.
Event link: https://www.hr.com
Organiser: https://www.hr.com/
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