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Experience Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo™ 2026 conference

Dive into the moments and sessions that help you explore big ideas and unpack trends — all with insights from Gartner analysts and world-class peers.

How Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo drives value

Strategic guidance for the road ahead

Strategic guidance for the road ahead

Gain insights into emerging trends, workforce strategies and leadership imperatives shaping the future of HR.

Peer connections that spark innovation

Peer connections that spark innovation

Engage with a powerful network of CHROs sharing experiences, exchange ideas and build lasting partnerships.

Gain a competitive edge

Gain a competitive edge

Learn from top-performing organizations and Gartner analysts through practical, insights-backed sessions that turn strategic guidance into execution.

Turn ideas into action

Turn ideas into action

Tackle your biggest HR challenges with seasoned solution providers in the interactive HR Xpo.

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      Why attend? Hear from your HR peers:

      • “I'm a returning attendee. A truly inspirational experience thus far. Great to connect with likeminded CHRO professionals and share experiences. A must for any HR professional.”

        Elaine Barclay
        Chief People Officer, CorPay

      • "Great conference overall. Super presenters, relevant topics, and relatable materials. I greatly appreciate the availability of Gartner professionals and analysts to dive deep in topics important to my role and my companies priorities. The Gartner HR conference presents an excellent opportunity to network with HR peers"

        Denise CHRO Hanover Insurance

      • "This was an amazing experience that really help push my thought process beyond boundaries. I would definitely recommend it for all HR leadership teams. It will be a great enhancement to your leadership toolbelt."

        Dan Kefgen Chief People Officer Pinnacle Home Care
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      Explore learning and HR networking opportunities

      Tailor your experience with HR analysts, peers and service providers.

      Learn from Gartner analysts and thought leaders in HR and more

      Widen your view and focus your plans with business and technology insights, guidance and content built around your key issues.

      Track Sessions and Signature Series

      Learn about top trends, predictions and survey results from Gartner analysts, and get guidance on what to do now and in years ahead.

      Receive the undivided attention of a Gartner analyst during a private, 30-minute consultation to discuss your strategy, next steps and technology decisions.

      Let the experience of visionaries, innovators and renowned thought leaders inspire you — and reframe your thinking about business and leadership.

      Pose tough questions to a single Gartner analyst in an intimate, topic-driven session.

      Connect with your peers

      Network with top human resources leaders across regions and industries to build new relationships, broaden your perspectives and uncover new ways to solve problems.

      Roundtables

      Exchange insights and best practices with your peers in this Gartner-facilitated, small-group discussion around a specific issue.

      Use these hands-on sessions to explore proven solutions to real-life challenges with peers — all under the guidance of Gartner analysts.

      Be among the first to explore new Signature Series insights, offering practical guidance and future-focused trends from Gartner analysts.

      Unwind, learn from peer experiences and grow your network during planned Meetups, receptions and special events.

      Consult experienced solution providers

      Test-drive solutions and tackle immediate and long-term issues with the help of leading tech providers.

      HR Xpo

      Use this interactive environment to gain insights from subject matter experts, explore new products and services, and engage in peer-to-peer exchanges.

      Make investment decisions based on insights from case studies, thought leadership presentations and live interactions with exhibitors.

      Get a snapshot of the current solution landscape. Exhibitors reveal products and share HR technology best practices.

      Gartner conferences: Sessions we covered

      Interact face-to-face with analysts and leaders in their fields, specialized to help executives achieve their business and organizational goals. View All Sessions

      Get to Know Gartner Experts

      Discover the unique qualities, extensive industry experience and thorough research that goes into being a Gartner expert.

      Signature Series: Gartner Futures Lab - The Top Forces Impacting Strategic Planning in 2026

      HR leaders cannot predict the future. However, they can adopt a more deliberate...

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      CHRO Circle Workshop: New to Role CHRO - A Structured Approach to Accelerate Your Speed to Value

      New to role CHROs must balance near-term performance objectives while building...

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      The CHRO's Guide to Building Strategic Partnerships with their CFO

      CHROs and CFOs both face increasing expectations and growing complexity in their...

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      Put AI in Its Place: Maximize the ROI of Leadership Assessments

      You're investing heavily in leadership assessments, but are you seeing real...

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      Bring your team

      Attend Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo™ conference in Orlando as a team to gain new perspectives, strengthen partnerships and find new ways to work. Together, align on your organization’s mission-critical priorities and focus on what drives results.

      Dive into some of our favorite moments

      Explore the sessions, take-aways and insights that defined an unforgettable Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo™ conference.

      Where CHROs Shape the Future of Work

      2025 welcomed 1,600+ HR leaders — see why this conference remains unmatched for bringing together the world’s leading CHROs and HR executives.

      How CHROs Level Up Their Entire HR Team

      With role‑specific insights and cross‑functional learning, every HR professional — from talent to operations — returned stronger, more capable and aligned.

      AI and Technology Disruption: Are You Ready for the Human-Machine Era?

      The 2025 agenda featured curated sessions on AI, analytics and automation — designed to help CHROs lead through disruption, accelerate growth and reimagine HR workforce strategy.

      Ready to join us in Orlando?

      Experience the Gartner difference — talk with analysts, meet your peers and turn insights into action.