Rekindle the HR Connection
An All-Day Conference for HR Leaders
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
8:30am - 4pm
Reignite Your Passion. Reconnect With Purpose.
Reimagine the Future of HR.
HR leadership has evolved—and so have the expectations. Join a powerful community of HR executives, directors, and senior people leaders for a one-day, immersive experience designed to fuel your strategic edge, elevate your impact, and deepen your professional connections.
“Rekindle the HR Connection” isn’t just a conference—it’s your catalyst for leading with purpose in a new era of work.
Curated for HR Leaders Like You
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Strategic Stakeholder Management & Influence
Position HR as a business driver, not just a service provider.
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Well-being Beyond the Buzzword
Integrating mental health and resilience strategies at the leadership level.
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Employment Law & Compliance Update for 2025
Get ahead of evolving legal challenges with expert-led guidance.
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AI in HR: Ethics, Efficiency & Innovation
Make informed decisions on how—and when—to use AI in your HR operations.
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Future-Ready Culture Design & Talent Retention
Shape the culture your workforce needs to thrive in 2026 and beyond.
Registration Details
777 N. Capitol St. NE, Washington, D.C. 20002
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
8:30am-4pm
Rekindle the HR Connection Live Event
Member of Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
$99.00 Per Ticket
Included with your ticket:
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Breakfast, Lunch, & Snacks
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Networking Opportunities
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2 Inspiring Keynote Speakers
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3 Engaging Breakout Sessions
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Gifts & Prizes
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Earn 5 SHRM & HRCI Credits
Rekindle the HR Connection Live Event
Non-Member of Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
$199.00 Per Ticket
Included with your ticket:
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Breakfast, Lunch, & Snacks
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Networking Opportunities
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2 Inspiring Keynote Speakers
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3 Engaging Breakout Sessions
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Gifts & Prizes
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Earn 5 SHRM & HRCI Credits
Your Day, Your Way
- Doors Open at 8:00am
- Networking & Breakfast: 8:00am - 9:00am
- Opening Welcome
- Featured Spotlight Session - Susan Ways
- Keynote Speaker - Kimberly Prescott
- Breakout Session 1
- Breakout Session 2
- Lunch
- Breakout Session 3
- Closing Keynote Speaker - Marni Battista
- Prizes & Giveaways
- Additional Networking
Learn from Visionary Experts
Expect a high-impact lineup of employment attorneys, AI specialists, wellness strategists, and experienced CHROs. Each session is designed to spark insight, challenge assumptions, and offer actionable takeaways tailored to the realities of HR leadership.
Sponsor Spotlight
We’re thrilled to announce and thank our incredible sponsors who are helping make this event possible! Their support allows us to create an impactful and memorable experience for all attendees.
✨ A huge thank you to:
- Hilb Group
- George Washington University Center for Excellence in Public Leadership
- Paylocity
- Sparks Group
- Principal Financial Group
