The 2012 conference theme – “Inspire – Innovate – Evolve” – is a call to action. It’s a reminder to forget the “same old, same old” approach and think from an open and creative mind, to seek the best for a positive and prosperous future. Come, be inspired, think how you can bring innovation to your workplace and evolve your future.
The 7th Annual HRIA Conference will strive to:
Inspire - What’s the new thinking in HR today? What are the emerging trends and ideas? How can HR specialists inspire and influence their organizations?
Innovate - The best of new and exciting innovations happening in the HR field. How can they be applied and used to strengthen their company?
Evolve - What do HR specialists need to adapt personally and professionally to a constantly changing environment? How can they lead their companies in the evolution of a changing society, workplace and workforce?
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Schedule at a Glance
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| 8:00 am - 4:30 pm |
Preconference Workshop #1 Basic Accounting Fundamentals for HR Professionals Presented by: CGA Location: Hotel Arts, Spectrum 1 |
| 8:00 am - 4:30 pm |
Preconference Workshop #2 Aligning HR to the Business, How to Ensure Impact Presented by: ROI Institute Location: Hotel Arts, Galleria |
| 8:00 am - 4:30 pm |
Preconference Workshop #3 Execute your strategy with confidence: Grow your organizational talend by focusing on the inside and out Presented by: Knightsbridge Location: Hotel Arts, Spectrum 1 & 2 |
| 11:30 am – 1:00 pm |
Advanced Registration Pick Up BMO Centre - Main Conference Registration |
| 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Exhibitor Move-in BMO Centre - Entrance to Halls D & E |
| 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Advanced Registration Pick Up BMO Centre - Main Conference Registration |
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| 7:00 am - 5:00 pm |
Conference Registration Exhibition &Tradeshow open |
| 7:30 am - 8:30 am |
Networking Breakfast Tradeshow Floor |
| 8:30 am - 9:45 am |
Opening Remarks Keynote Address: Richard Florida LOCATION: Hall C |
| 9:45 am - 10:30 am | Dedicated Exhibition & Tradeshow viewing |
| 10:30 am - 12:00 pm |
Concurrent Sessions (90 minutes) BMO Conference Centre |
| 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm | Networking Lunch - Tradeshow Floor |
| 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
Concurrent Sessions (90 minutes) BMO Conference Centre |
| 3:00 pm - 3:15 pm | Networking Break |
| 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm |
Keynote Address: Michael Kerr LOCATION: Hall C |
| 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
Ice Breaker Cocktail Reception Tradeshow Floor |
| 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm |
Celebrating Excellence Dinner and Awards Hotel Arts, 119 - 12th Avenue S.W. |
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| 7:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Conference Registration Exhibition &Tradeshow open |
| 7:00 am - 8:30 am |
Networking Breakfast Tradeshow Floor |
| 8:30 am – 9:45 am |
Opening Remarks Keynote Address: Simon Sinek Location: Hall C |
| 9:45 am - 10:30 am | Dedicated Exhibition & Tradeshow Viewing |
| 10:30 am - 12:00 pm |
Concurrent Sessions (90 minutes) BMO Conference Centre |
| 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm |
Lunch with HRIA Board Location: Hall C |
| 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
Concurrent Sessions (90 minutes) BMO Conference Centre |
| 3:00 pm - 3:15 pm | Networking Break |
| 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm |
Closing Comments Keynote Address: Jann Arden LOCATION: Hall C |