The 2020 HR Indiana Conference… It’s VIRTUAL!
August 24-26, 2020
We understand that, now more than ever, HR professionals have questions. You’re seeking education and are looking forward to networking with peers about the challenges you’re facing. The most important thing, however, is to protect your health and the health of all conference participants.
Every Cloud-Based Conference Has a Silver Lining
The cloud that has rained on our parade (or conference) has a silver lining. That’s the premise behind our re-invented 2020 HR Indiana SHRM Conference, slated for August 24-26. Even though COVID-19 has threatened travel and in-person events, our event will go on!
We’re leveraging technology and the flexibility of our local and nationally known speakers to bring you more sessions, more insights and more opportunities to grow professionally.
Here’s more of the silver lining:
- We’ve worked hard to make this virtual event a valuable experience — especially virtually.
- We’re taking bold moves to enhance and expand the educational offerings for attendees.
- We still get to network with peers — just not yet in person — through sessions with live chat functionality.
Five Conference Features You Can Count On
- Live Keynotes. Live-streaming keynote presentations from Angela Duckworth, Ken Yerkes, Lindsay Boccardo, Val Grubb and more.
- On-Demand Breakouts. Breakout sessions will be available on demand. No longer confined by a rigid schedule, you’ll be able to attend more sessions — in the comfort of your PJs at home or from your office.
- Virtual Exhibit Hall. On-demand presentations will be on the Whova app from exhibitors and sponsors. Learn about the products and services you’re most interested in, when it’s most convenient for you.
- Extended Learning. Most on-demand sessions will be available for 12 months, offering the opportunity for you to earn over 40 PDCs.
- Nine Conference Bonus Sessions. Six preconference sessions are coming with some of your favorite HR Indiana speakers. Our first preconference sessions start on July 15 at Noon and every Wednesday thereafter through August 19 — for registered attendees only. Three more sessions will be offered post-conference. Registrants will receive invitations to these sessions.
Virtual Attendee Registration is open!
Questions or Concerns?
View our Conference Resources and FAQ Here
One of our 2020 Keynotes: Val Grubb
Valerie Grubb is an innovative, visionary, operations leader with an exceptional ability to zero in on the systems, processes and human capital issues that can hamper a company’s success — and a strong history of solving those problems with maximum buy-in and minimal disruption.
She is particularly adept at helping people acquire the skills they need in areas such as developing existing employees, recruiting new talent, and forming cohesive teams — all critical for long-term organizational growth.
A sought-after Speaker, Coach and Training Expert, Valerie regularly presents at conferences and company off-site meetings to motivate and engage employees and senior leaders alike. Her expertise and vibrant approach are also in constant demand for corporate training initiatives.
Valerie graduated with a mechanical engineering degree from Kettering University and obtained her MBA from the Indiana University Kelley School of Business. She remains highly involved with the Kelley School as an active member of the Dean’s Advisory Council and the Women’s Philanthropy organization at the IU Foundation. She is also the President of the NY-Chapter of Women in Cable Telecommunications
Pre-conference session FREE if you register for the in-person or virtual conference by the early bird deadline of May 31.
Our 2020 Opening Keynote: Lindsay Boccardo
For more than a decade, Lindsay has been coaching, researching and developing programs for millennials. Fascinated by the intersection of four unique generations in the workforce, Lindsay’s expertise now spans across industries and age groups to focus on creating meaningful experiences at work.
As a nationally-recognized generational expert, Lindsay has partnered with organizations such as Cars.com, Patachou, Inc. and the Indiana Supreme Court, and works frequently with both college campuses and companies of all sizes around the country to enhance their effectiveness through building successful multi-generational teams.
Lindsay earned a degree in psychology and public communication from Syracuse University, and a professional coaching certification through the International Coach Federation. She has been seen on WISH-TV, Fox 55 Fort Wayne and most frequently on her wildly popular LinkedIn video series.
By providing education through one-on-one programs, group training and keynote speeches around the country, Lindsay empowers organizations to maximize the talent of their diverse workforce and helps individuals find the joy in understanding why every generation matters.
Our 2020 Day 2 Keynote: Haben Girma
The first Deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School, Haben Girma advocates for equal opportunities for people with disabilities. President Obama named her a Champion of Change. She received the Helen Keller Achievement Award, and a spot on Forbes 30 Under 30. President Bill Clinton, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and Chancellor Angela Merkel have also honored Haben. She travels the world consulting and public speaking, teaching clients the benefits of fully accessible products and services. Her best selling book Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law was featured in the New York Times, Oprah Magazine, People, The Wall Street Journal, and the Today Show.
People with disabilities represent one of the largest minority groups, numbering over 1.3 billion worldwide. Organizations that choose to invest in disability inclusion gain access to a larger audience, provide a better experience for both disabled and nondisabled members, and facilitate growth and innovation. Join us for an engaging presentation on Haben’s journey as a disability rights advocate and how we can make our communities more inclusive.
Keynote: Ken Nwadike, “The Free Hugs Guy
Kenneth E. Nwadike Jr. is an American documentary filmmaker, motivational speaker, and peace activist popularly known as the “Free Hugs Guy”. Ken is the founder of the Free Hugs Project. His “Free Hugs” videos have reached hundreds of millions of views on Facebook and YouTube.
Ken’s project gained popularity as he made major news headlines for his peacekeeping efforts and de-escalation of violence during protests, riots, and political rallies. Ken was featured in Google’s 2016 Year in Search video as a highlight among some of the year’s most defining moments and he has made many appearances on news programs, including CNN, USA Today, Good Morning Britain, and BBC News.
Our 2020 Closing Keynote: Angela Duckworth
Angela Duckworth is the Founder and CEO of Character Lab, a nonprofit whose mission is to advance the science and practice of character development. She is also the Christopher H. Browne Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, faculty co-director of the Penn-Wharton Behavior Change For Good initiative, and faculty co-director of Wharton People Analytics. A 2013 MacArthur Fellow, Duckworth has advised the White House, the World Bank, NBA and NFL teams, and Fortune 500 CEOs.
Prior to her career in research, Duckworth founded a summer school for low-income children that was profiled as a Harvard Kennedy School case study and, in 2012, celebrated its twentieth anniversary. She has also been a McKinsey management consultant and a math and science teacher in the public schools of New York City, San Francisco, and Philadelphia.
Duckworth completed her undergraduate degree in Advanced Studies Neurobiology at Harvard, graduating magna cum laude. With the support of a Marshall Scholarship, she completed an MSc with Distinction in Neuroscience from Oxford University. She completed her PhD in Psychology as a National Science Foundation Graduate Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania. Duckworth has received numerous awards for her contributions to K-12 education, including a Beyond Z Award from the KIPP Foundation. Angela’s TED talk is among the most-viewed of all time. Her first book, “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance”, is a #1 New York Times best seller.
