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Table of ContentsThe ConferenceThe Marketplace2019 Rates03121604The Marketplace ChallengeConference Registration RatesExecutive Director’s MessageExhibitors & SponsorsActivity ZoneAgenda At-A-GlanceLunch & Coffee Breaks05Silent AuctionKeynote SpeakersEducation06 - 07Pre-Conference Workshops08Concurrent Session Highlights09Key Sessions10Knowledge Hub Education Schedule11Participating Texas SHRM Chapters02 HRSWCPREVIEWPre-Conference Workshop RatesTexas SHRM Chapter Hub13Hotels & Travel17Hotels & TravelAirline & Ground TransportationParticipating ExhibitorsAs of June 12, 2019Reasons to Attend14Networking Events15Recertification CreditsConvince Your BossSponsors & Exhibitors18Sponsors & Media Partners
Executive Director’s MessageI am excited to invite you to Fort Worth onconnections for your business needs.October 27-30, for the 2019 HRSouthwestI am pleased to have David Horsager, business strategist, entrepreneur,Conference one of the largest regionaleducational and networking events of its kindfor HR professionals. HRSouthwest offers allthe tools YOU need to become a stronger HRprofessional. With more than 125 concurrentsessions, and peer-to-peer networking, yourinvestment of time and money is well spent.The HRSouthwest Conference, powered by DallasHR, brings youunmatched educational sessions delivered by subject matter experts andthought leaders. The event offers several networking opportunities andprovides a robust Marketplace exhibit floor where you can make newprofessor and author of the national bestseller, The Trust Edge, as ouropening keynote speaker on Monday the 28th. Additionally, I am excitedto welcome Carla Hall, Top Chef contestant, author and former co-hoston The Chew, as our closing keynote on Wednesday, the 30th.I am extremely thankful for The HRSouthwest Conference Board andcountless committee volunteers who help make this conference thetremendous success it is today. We could not do it without you all!So be sure to make plans to join us for the 78th annual HRSouthwestConference for this unmatched opportunity to connect with your peersand boost both your personal and professional educational goals.Sincerely,Contact UsWe’re here to answer any questions you may have. For more information,please contact Brad Shanklin for exhibitor questions or Beth Roach forattendee information.Brad Shanklin, IOMBeth RoachExecutive DirectorDallasHR & The .283.6963Manager Member & Attendee RelationsDallasHR & The 283.6966Brad C. ShanklinExecutive Director DallasHR and The HRSouthwest ConferenceHRSWCPREVIEW 03
Agenda At-A-GlanceAll conference events are held at the Ft. Worth Convention Center unless indicated.Sunday, October 277:00 AM – 1:15 PM8:00 AM – 5:15 PM2:00 PM – 5:00 PM4:30 PM – 7:00 PMPre-Conference Registration(Workshop participants only)Pre-Conference WorkshopsTuesday, October 296:30 AM – 5:00 PMSunrise Education SessionsRegistration8:00 AM – 4:00 PMMarketplace – Visit with ExhibitorsWelcome to Fort Worth HRProfessionals Kickoff Mixer8:00 AM – 8:45 AMCoffee, Networking and Exhibits8:10 AM – 3:40 PMKnowledge Hub EducationSponsored by Paylocity(Off site event for HR practitioners only)8:45 AM – 12:30 PM12:30 PM – 2:00 PMRegistrationSponsored by Paylocity2:00 PM – 3:15 PM7:00 AM – 8:00 AMSunrise Education Sessions3:15 PM – 3:45 PM7:00 AM – 8:00 AMFirst-Timers Orientation3:45 PM – 5:00 PM8:15 AM – 9:45 AMSponsored by Paylocity7:00 AM – 8:00 AM(Additional registration and costs apply)Monday, October 286:30 AM – 6:45 PMRegistrationOpening General SessionConcurrent Education SessionsSponsored by Delta DallasLunch in the MarketplaceConcurrent Education SessionsSponsored by Delta DallasCoffee, Networking and ExhibitsConcurrent Education SessionsSponsored by Delta DallasKeynote Speaker David Horsager4:00 PMMarketplace Closes9:30 AM – 10:15 AMCoffee, Networking, Exhibits5:00 PM – 7:00 PMClosing Celebration9:30 AM – 6:30 PMMarketplace – Visit with Exhibitors9:45 AM – 4:45 PMKnowledge Hub EducationWednesday, October 3010:15 AM – 12:45 PM12:45 PM – 2:15 PM2:15 PM – 3:30 PM3:30 PM – 4:00 PM4:00 PM – 5:15 PM5:15 PM – 6:30 PMConcurrent Education SessionsSponsored by Delta Dallas6:30 AM – 11:00 AMLunch in the Marketplace7:00 AM – 8:00 AMConcurrent Education SessionsSponsored by Delta DallasCoffee, Networking, ExhibitsConcurrent Education SessionsSponsored by Delta DallasMarketplace Reception(Exhibits open, prize drawings and more )*Schedule as of June 15, 2019.Dates and times are subject to change.04 HRSWCPREVIEW8:15 AM – 10:45 AM8:15 AM – 10:45 AM11:00 AM – 12:30 PMRegistrationSponsored by PaylocitySunrise Education SessionsLegal Exchange Deep DiveSponsored by Jill HickmanConcurrent Education SessionsSponsored by Delta DallasClosing General SessionKeynote Speaker Carla Hall“ The organization of everythingat this event was perfect. From theclasses to transitioning to lunch orgoing to the Marketplace. I reallyloved the ease of everything. It wasthe best conference experience I’veever had.- 2018 Conference Survey Respondent
Keynote SpeakersDavid Horsager, CEO of Trust Edge Leadership InstituteMonday, October 28 8:15 AM – 9:45 AMThe Trust Edge : How Top Leaders and Organizations Drive Business Results through TrustTrust is a fundamental, bottom line issue. Without it, leaders lose teams, salespeople lose sales, andorganizations lose reputation, retention of good people, relationships and revenue. But with trust,individuals and organizations enjoy greater creativity, productivity, freedom, and results. Through David’sindustry-leading research, The Trust Outlook and firsthand experience working with the world’s highestperforming organizations, David reveals how top leaders and organizations drive business results tobecome the most trusted in their industry.Pending approval of 1 HRCI (Business) Recertification Credit Hour and 1 SHRM PDCCarla Hall, Bravo’s Top Chef Fan FavoriteWednesday, October 30 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMTrusting Your Authentic SelfCarla Hall’s ever-evolving career, from accountant to runway model to celebrity chef, is proof positive it’snever about the destination, but always about the journey. Hall is using the popularity she gained as a“Top Chef” fan favorite and co-host of the Emmy Award-winning television show “The Chew”, along withher entrepreneurial experiences, to build a brand trusted and grounded in authenticity. Using her guidingprinciple, “Say ‘yes’, adventure follows, then growth”, Hall believes building trust and following our instinctsleads us to opportunities we might never have imagined. Audiences will tap into their own authentic selvesas Hall shares both the triumphs and missteps that kept her on the path to being true to herself.HRSWCPREVIEW 05
Pre-Conference WorkshopsGet a head start on education and earn up to eight additional recertification hours byregistering for a pre-conference workshop. Full and half-day sessions are offered onSunday, October 27. Additional registration and fees apply.Register at hrsouthwest.com/preconferenceFull-Day Workshops 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMCreating the OptimalCandidate ExperienceThink Like a BossPresented by Rick RobinsonPresented by Ira WolfeQualified candidates are an elusive, shrinking,moving target. The time it takes to fill key positionsis increasing, and cost-per-hire is rising. And yetmost organizations continue to greet prospectiveemployees with a friction-filled application, andcold disconnected candidate experience. Duringthis workshop, participants will get hands-onexperience from a recruitment marketing expertfrom posting the job to building a mobile-friendlyapplication.Would you like to earn a “seat at the table?” It canbe difficult to become a major contributor to acompany’s strategies and decisions. This casestudy-based workshop will give you the tools youneed to understand the boss mindset and increaseimpact on your organization.Approved for 8 HRCI Business Recertification CreditHours and 8 SHRM PDCsApproved for 8 HRCI HR (General) RecertificationCredit Hours and 8 SHRM PDCsEducation SessionsOur comprehensive education program is designed to provide a full range of HR education; fromfundamentals every HR professional requires to the innovative ideas changing how you work. Nomatter where you are in your career, or what learning style you prefer, we’ve got education for you.06 HRSWCPREVIEWMore than125 EDUCATIONSESSIONSEarn up to 16.75Recertification Credit Hours!
Half-Day Workshops 8:00 AM – 12:15 PMApplying a 4-Phase Modelto WorkplaceInvestigationsPresented by Max Dubroff, SPHR,SHRM-SCP & Christine Cave,ESQ., SPHR, SHRM-SCPAs an HR professional, you need to find the truthin any situation. Your preparation and approachwill prevent loss of trust from employees andmanagement while controlling risks. This dynamic,interactive presentation digs deep into a four-phasedinvestigations model.Approved for 4 HRCI HR (General) Recertification CreditHours and 4 SHRM PDCsGet Unstuck: Go BeyondUnconscious Bias to ConsciousInclusionPresented by Jeanetta DarnoTo achieve a competitive advantage in today’scomplex economy, organizations need everycolleague to be fully engaged and productive. Yet inevery workplace, there are unconscious biases thatexist and can have a negative impact on the successand engagement of colleagues. This workshop willhelp increase your mindfulness of this unconsciousperspective and provide practical actions on how toaddress them at your organization.Approved for 4 HRCI HR (General) Recertification CreditHours and 4 SHRM PDCsIn 2018.94%92%of attendees were very satisfied withthe quality of educationof attendees were very satisfied withthe variety of educational topicsHalf-Day Workshops 1:00 PM – 5:15 PMOff to HR Law School:Don’t Forget YourEmployee HandbookPresented by Dustin Paschal, JD &Paul Simon, JDAlthough you are not lawyers, HR professionals mustbe up to speed and knowledgeable on a variety ofemployment laws. The number of rules, regulations,laws, and guidelines affecting the workplace areextreme in number and often changing. Lawyershave law school and now HR professionals have HRLaw School. Through this half-day program, a pair oflawyers will teach a crash course in employment lawthrough the eyes of an employee handbook.Approved for 4 HRCI HR (General) Recertification CreditHours and 4 SHRM PDCsSuccession Planning for the21st Century: Future Trends& Practical Guidelines forBuilding Your TalentPipelinePresented by Amy Hirsh RobinsonA new normal for American business is emerging,yet there is little practical discussion about howto retool succession planning and leadershipdevelopment to meet the evolving challengescompanies face. Amy Hirsh Robinson’s workshopsells out at SHRM National year over year. Learnhow to leverage succession planning at yourorganization to compete in the future.Approved for 4 HRCI Business Recertification CreditHours and 4 SHRM PDCsHRSWCPREVIEW 07
Concurrent Session HighlightsMore than 125 comprehensive education sessions sponsored by Delta Dallas are offered in eight tracks. Below is a list of tracks and somesuggested sessions you can attend this year. For track descriptions and the full list of education and speakers visithrsouthwest.com/education now.Business Acumen and HR StrategyBASELLGLOCore Values: Promise or Propaganda?What HR Should Know and Do About Organization DesignLeadership and Personal DevelopmentLPDEngaging Men in the Advancement of WomenBlurred Lines: Where Brand, Behavior and Business IntersectLeading by Numbers: Telling Compelling Stories Using Boring Business DataEmployment Law and Labor RelationsTotal RewardsIt Smells Like Weed in Here!Top 10 Legal Issues Keeping HR up at NightREWStarting the Dialog: Depression in the WorkplaceWant Unlimited PTO? Things to Consider Before ImplementingHow Tests and Other Employment Practices can be IllegalCrowdsourced Compensation Data: Do We Trust It?Global HR and Cultural EffectivenessRisk ManagementThe Future of Global HRGlobal Mobility Success: Innovations in Expat PrepRSKEmpathy and Communication with Second Language EmployeesBecoming a Catalyst for Building Trust Within Your OrganizationConfronting Lovable Underperformers and Landmine EmployeesBlind Spots: Unconscious Bias and Microaggressions in the WorkplaceADAAA and Fido at WorkKeeping the Human in HRReduce the Human and Financial Cost of Job Related InjuryHuman Resource and Organizational DevelopmentHRDLeadership is a Series of NegotiationTalent Acquisition and Workforce PlanningTAWText Recruiting: Find UR Next G8 HireWorking Without Pants: Managing a Mobile WorkforceHow to Fairly and Legally Evaluate Applicants’ Criminal HistoryAre you a student, recent grad or new to the field of HR?A variety of our concurrent education sessions are labeled as “HR-101”. These sessions fall within each of the tracks above. Look forHR-101 courses to serve as a roadmap for the best introductory overview to the world of HR.08 HRSWCPREVIEW
More Key SessionsLegal ExchangeWednesday, October 30 8:15 AM – 10:45 AMBack by popular demand, the Legal Exchange is an extended education session providing updates on current legaltopics including Marijuana, Paid Leave, Immigration and Harassment. The round table format gives participantsthe opportunity to ask the burning legal questions and engage in a rich discussion with legal experts.Sponsored by Jill Hickman Companies2019 Speaker Hall Of FameArt LambertWe are honored to recognize Art Lambert, JD as our 2019 HRsouthwest ConferenceSpeaker Hall of Fame inductee. Art has been speaking at The HRSouthwest Conferencefor 15 years and receives high ratings from attendees for his ability to weave humor intolegal presentations and share practical tools and information that can be implementedimmediately after the conference. For more information on Art Lambert, other SpeakerHall of Fame recipients or what inductees are evaluated on, visit:hrsouthwest.com/speaker-hall-of-fameSpeaker Hall Of Fame Recipient–Led SessionsMonday, October 2810:15 AM – 11:30 AMThe Three Horned Steer - The Interplaybetween ADA, FMLA & Workers CompTuesday, October 2910:00 AM – 11:15 AMArt Lambert, JD – 2019 Speaker Hall of Fame2:15 PM – 3:30 PMLeveraging Diversity of ThoughtDeborah Avrin, SPHR – 2018 Speaker Hall of3:30 PM – 3:40 PMFameKnowledge HubDeborah Avrin , SPHR – 2018 Speaker Hall ofFameLeadership with a ROARAlice Dendinger, SPHR – 2014 Speaker Hall ofJulie Burch – 2017 Speaker Hall of FameTrust Busters and Trust Builders in HRFame4:00 PM – 5:15 PMSet Goals and Be Your Own Super Hero3:45 PM – 5:00 PMCoaching Leaders to Handle SensitiveEmployee Relations SituationsMike Mirarchi, JD – 2013 Speaker Hall of FameHRSWCPREVIEW 09
Knowledge HubThe Knowledge Hub, located in the middle of the action on the Marketplace floor, isRecertificationdesigned for those who prefer to learn in small bites outside of the classroom. Subjectmatter experts deliver 20 minute presentations on Monday and Tuesday.Monday, October 28Tuesday, October 29Student Session: Orientation &Scholarship Winner Recognition8:10 AM – 8:30 AMThe Meeting Your Employees Crave:Using Individual Development PlansRecruiters Deserve an Assistant:10:15 AM – 10:35 AM Putting AI to Work8:45 AM – 9:05 AMBe Brilliant in the Basics: Networking toMaximize Career Growth9:10 AM – 9:30 AMHow Come my Managers Don’t Listento Me?9:45 AM – 10:10 AM10:40 AM– 11:00 AM11:05 AM – 11:25 AMThe Hidden Power of Social Networksat WorkIntroduction to SHRMCertificationThe Evolution of Worker Pay and Talent10:00 AM– 10:20 AM ManagementCombating Scorched Earth Warfare at11:45 AM – 12:05 PM WorkImproving Engagement Starts with10:25 AM – 10:45 AM RecruitingWhy Commute is the New Healthcare:12:10 PM – 12:30 PM A Roadmap for Engagement andRetention10:50 AM– 11:10 AM1:00 PM – 1:20 PMExhibitor Presentation: Available forPurchaseHRCI Certification Overview11:30 AM – 11:50 AMEmployees: The Catalysts of SocialPurpose1:25 PM – 1:45 PMExhibitor Presentation11:55 AM – 12:15 PMBeyond Major Medical: HRAs and HSAs1:50 PM – 2:10 PMExhibitor Presentation12:40 PM – 1:00 PMExhibitor Presentation: Available forPurchase2:15 PM – 2:35 PMReversing System Failure: AdvancingGender Parity1:05 PM – 1:25 PMExhibitor Presentation: Available forPurchase2:40 PM – 3:00 PMWhy Your Company Should OfferFertility Benefits1:30 PM – 1:50 PMExhibitor Presentation: Available forPurchase2:00 PM – 2:20 PMThe 401(k) Companion Everyone Shouldbe Talking About3:05 PM – 3:25 PMMeet Your Local SHRMChapter: Benefits & Resources3:35 PM – 3:55 PMLeadership Ally for Diversity andInclusion2:25 PM – 2:45 PMThe Customization of Work: A DIYApproach4:00 PM – 4:20 PMHow to Achieve Workplace DiversityWhen Hiring Overseas Talent2:50 PM – 3:10 PMFeatures of a Strong Coaching Culture3:20 PM – 3:40 PMTrust Busters and Trust Builders in HR4:25 PM – 4:45 PMLet’s Make Work Better: Evidence BasedWork Hacks to Boost Well-Being10 HRSWCPREVIEWThe HRSouthwest Conferenceoffers both the Society of HumanResources Management (SHRM)and the HR Certification Institute(HRCI) recertification credits. HRCIcertifications build human resourcesknowledge and the SHRM certificationsprovide HR professionals with thecompetency to apply it.DallasHR Management Association,Inc. is recognized by SHRM to offerSHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP professionaldevelopment credits (PDCs) andrecognized by HRCI as a provider ofrecertification credit hours.For more information visit,hrsouthwest.com/recertification.“ I loved the energy theconference maintained for 2.5days. Great sessions, awesomeexhibitors and wonderfulnetworking opportunities. Thiswas my first time to attend andwill I be back in next year!- 2018 Conference Survey Respondent
Participating Texas SHRM ChaptersDid you know participating Texas SHRM Affiliate Chapters receive a rebate from event organizers for each member who registers for andattends the conference? Here is a list of Texas SHRM chapters eligible for the program. Be sure to indicate which chapter you representwhen registering so your chapter can gain from your participation.List of Participating Texas SHRM ChaptersooAustin Human Resource ManagementAssociationooEl Paso Society for Human ResourceManagementooBig Country SHRMooFort Worth HRooBrazos Valley SHRMooooCentral Texas Human ResourceManagement AssociationHeart of Texas Chapter Society for HumanResource ManagementooHill Country HR Management AssociationooCoastal Bend SHRMooLower Valley Chapter SHRMooCross Timbers Society for HumanResource ManagementooLubbock Society for Human ResourceManagementooDallasHRooMid Cities HR AssociationooEast Texas Human Resources AssociationooMontgomery County SHRMooNorth Texas SHRMooPan Handle Human Resources AssociationooPermian Basin Society for HumanResource ManagementooRed River Valley HR AssociationooSHRM Rio Grande ValleyooRose City SHRMooSan Antonio Human ResourceManagement Association, Inc.ooSouth Texas SHRMooSoutheast Texas Human ResourcesAssociationooTexas Bay Area SHRMooTexoma HR Management AssociationooTri-State SHRMooWichita Falls Human ResourceManagement AssociationooWilliamson County HR ManagementAssociationHRSWCPREVIEW 11
The MarketplaceHome to 180 sponsors and exhibitors, the Marketplace is an exhibit floor at the center of all the action!Exhibitors & SponsorsMarketplace ChallengeVisit with 180 exhibitors and sponsors offeringdistinctive HR products and services. Bring thoseRFPs to compare products and services and findthe suppliers you need all under one roof.For a full list of registered exhibitors visithrsouthwest.com.com/marketplace.Be sure to play the Marketplace Challenge game,sponsored by DISPRZ. Fill out passport stylegame cards included in your conference bag andvisit exhibitors for chances to win great prizesduring lunches, breaks and the Monday eveningreception.Lunch & Coffee BreaksActivity ZoneYou’ll find the Activity Zone in the middle of thefloor. Set up like an office breakroom, you canstop for a quick chair massage, sponsored byZeel, charge your phone, sponsored by PrincipleFinancial Group, or stop by the Puppy Cuddlingarea sponsored by UnifyHR and help socializedogs for veterans in need .Silent AuctionLooking for a unique gift or tickets to a localsporting event? Bid on items at the Silent Auctionsponsored by Dallas I VF. All proceeds benefitour Excellence in Education Student Scholarshiprecipients. Last year, more than 7,000 wasraised. Visit hrsouthwest.com/silent-auction fordonation information.12 HRSWCPROSPECTUSLunches and coffee breaks are provided in theMarketplace. Conveniently located one floorbelow education session rooms, you can take abreak, grab a bite, continue to get business donewith exhibitors and sponsors or attend moreeducation in the Knowledge Hub.Texas SHRM Chapter HubThe Texas SHRM Chapter Hub, sponsored byThe Society for Human Resource Management(SHRM), is the place to get your badge ribbonsand catch up with SHRM National staff members.The Hub also includes tables manned by localSHRM Affiliate Chapters from across the state.Come by and visit with your local chapterrepresentatives.
2019 Exhibitors* White type indicates a SponsorParticipating Sponsors and Exhibitors as of June 12, 2019.1Dental - Group Dental PlansFinancial AdditionsPaychex, Inc401K ShopFluency CorpPaycorA-1 Freeman Moving GroupForesters FinancialPaylocityAdvancial Federal Credit UnionFour Oaks Medicare ExpertsPrevue HRAdvantage Home PlusGallagherPrideStaffAmberton UniversityGardner Wallace Financial SolutionsPrinciple Financial GroupSponsor & ExhibitorOpportunities Still AvailableFor information on sponsoring orexhibiting at this year’s conference,American Arbitration AssociationGus BatesQJUMPERSApplicantProHalo Branded SolutionsQuick Searchemail exhibitors@hrsouthwest.com orAustin Alliance GroupHigginbothamSelerix Systemsvisit, hrsouthwest.com/prospectus forBambooHRHR Certification InstituteBelo Media GroupHR Education NetworkSociety for Human ResourceManagementBlueboardHR Sanity, LLCBrinson BenefitsHRCP, L.C.Business & Legal ResourcesiHireStewart LeadershipCarlton StaffingImperative - Bulletproof BackgroundScreeningTexas Mutual Insurance CompanyTitus Talent StrategiesInternational Foundation ofEmployee Benefit PlansU.S. Immigration and CustomsEnforcement (U.S. ICE)Jill Hickman CompaniesUnifyHRJustifactsUnited Concordia DentalKairos Services, IncUT Dallas OrganizationalBehavior and Executive CoachingCeridianChallenger, Gray & ChristmasCNET TechnologiesCorporate America Family CreditUnionCS3 TechnologyKMC IncentivesDallas Baptist UniversityLanguage Testing InternationalDallasHRLegalEASEDallas IVFDisprzMarsh & McLennanNicksonDocuNav SolutionsOutplacementProEdward Jones InvestmentsPainting with a TwistEmployment Screening ServicesSplashBIavailable options. Get in front of HR’sbest at THE HR event of the year!Star WellnessVelocity Resource GroupVitalSmartsVSP Vision Care Booths start at2,299through August 15.Sponsorships start as low as 5,000including a booth!WageWorksWheeler Staffing PartnersZeelEquifaxExpensePortEZexitinterview“ Great traffic, good conversations, awesome leads, and a fun three days! -2018 Conference ExhibitorHRSWCPREVIEW 13
Networking EventsCatching up with old friends and colleagues, meeting HR professionals and making new friends is easy at The HRSouthwest Conference. Besure to participate in our evening networking events to make the most of your conference experience.Welcome to Fort WorthKickoff MixerJoin us Sunday evening, October 27before the official start of the conferencefor the Welcome to Fort Worth KickoffMixer at River Ranch Stockyards. Opento HR practitioners only, you’ll enjoy acasual evening catching up with peers andcolleagues.14 HRSWCPREVIEWMarketplace ReceptionClosing CelebrationMonday is filled with education and issure to be busy. But, all work and no playis no way to experience the conference.Attend the Marketplace Reception Mondayevening, October 28 to unwind from theday. Mingle and visit with exhibitors whileplaying the Marketplace Challenge gameand catch up with friends before headingout for the evening.Ahhh the 80s. Big hair, rolled up pants,neon clothes, and great music. Join us forour 80s themed closing celebration. HeldTuesday evening, October 29 this totallyawesome event won’t disappoint. Grab yoursequin glove or wear your brightest legwarmers and show your love of the 80’s.
Why Should You AttendYour role in HR presents unique challenges and opportunities to build trust. What can you do to build meaningful relationships with bothemployees and managers while supporting the best interests of the business? Building trust is key to effectively managing sensitive andsometimes polarizing issues. Attend The HRSouthwest Conference – Trust in HR to gain practical knowledge and learn best practices tofoster trust in the workplace.Recertification CreditsConvince Your BossEasily satisfy HRCI and SHRM recertification creditAnyone who has been to The HRSouthwestrequirements. Earn 16.75 recertification creditswhen you attend education sessions in each timeslot. And earn more than 8 when you registerfor pre-conference workshops. Your boss willappreciate earning 24.75 hours in a few days whilealso reducing time watching content online ortraveling to education sessions one hour at a time.Conference will tell you it’s an incredible, inspiringexperience. But if you’re going to ask youremployer to pick up the tab they may need someconvincing. Important points to share:oo Registration rates increase closer toconference start. Reserve your spot early tosave.%95of 2018 attendees would recommendthis conference to others!oo Find solutions to your top HR challengesand bolster your career with professionaldevelopment and educational opportunities.oo Looking for solution providers to help withreward programs, wellness programs or newpayroll options? With 180 vendors exhibiting,it’s the perfect place to bring your RFI or RFPto discuss your projects.The HRSouthwest Conference has something forevery industry, organization and HR stakeholder inUse the budget worksheet and sample letteryour company. HR Generalists to Chief HR Officerson hrsouthwest.com to convince your boss it’swill gain professionally and personally from theimportant for you to attend the conference.outstanding education and opportunity to connectRemember to focus on specific skills andwith their peers during the two and a half-dayexperiences you can immediately share with yourevent.organization.HRSWCPROSPECTUSHRSWCPREVIEW 15
2019 RatesPre-Conference Workshops RatesConference RatesFull Day Workshops - Sunday, October 27May 1 - August 31, 2019Conference AttendeePre-Conference Workshop OnlyOnsite Registration 379 499 599DallasHR Chapter MemberTexas SHRM Chapter MemberSHRM MemberNon-MemberHalf Day Workshops - Sunday, October 27Conference AttendeesPre-Conference Workshop OnlyOnsite Registration 189 249 299Must register by October 26, 2019, to receive discounted conference pricing.Prices increase when purchased onsite. See hrsouthwest.com/preconferencefor additional information. Conference attendance is not mandatory to registerhowever, pre-conference workshop only registration rates apply. Space is limited,additional fees and registration are required. 899 999 1,119 1,249September 1 - October 30, 2019DallasHR Chapter MemberTexas SHRM Chapter MemberSHRM MemberNon-Member 999 1,119 1,249 1,359Full conference registration includes, access to the Welcome to Fort Worth KickOff Mixer for HR practitioners only, opening evening reception, general sessions,education sessions, the Marketplace, lunch on Monday and Tuesday, refreshmentbreaks, closing 80’s themed reception and all conference materials.Additional Rate Options are available for groups of five or more single dayregistration, guest passes for evening events and Marketplace only passes canbe found at hrsouthwest.com/registration16 HRSWCPREVIEW
Hotels & TravelSpecial room rates are available for conference attendees. Reserve your room before October 7 for preferred conference pricing. Choose from the followingseven hotels - all within walking distance of the Fort Worth Convention Center. Reserve your hotel online at hrsouthwest.com/travel-hotels.CourtyardFort Worth DowntownCourtyard Embassy SuitesDowntown Fort Worth601 Main StreetSingle or DoubleOccupancy174 600 Commerce Street/ nightFairfield Inn& Suites DowntownOmni Fort Worth Hotel (Host Hotel)1300 Houston Street 205Single Occupancy Double Occupancy 225174 / night/ night815 Main Street/ nightSingle or DoubleOccupancy199 / nightHilton Fort Worth HotelSheraton Fort Worth HotelSingle or DoubleOccupancySingle or DoubleOccupancy815 Main Street/ night199 Hampton InnFort Worth Hotel1010 Houston StreetSingle or DoubleOccupancySingle or DoubleOccupancy179 / night1701 Commerce Street165 / nightBeware of Poachers - All hotel accommodations are managed exclusively by The HRSouthwest Conference in partnership with MCI Convention Services. Please note that conference organizerscannot help with any issue resulting from hotel reservations booked through unauthorized third-party companies.Airline and Ground TransportationDiscounted airfare to Dallas DFW airport between October 24and November 2 are available for conference attendees. BookAmerican Eagle and American flights online at aa.com and usepromotion code 77H9BS.Discounted car rental rates are available to conferenceattendees. Reserve your car at budget.com or call1.800.842.5628 and use promotion code U006636.SuperShutle provides transportation between both the DallasFort Worth Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field (DAL) to theFort Worth area hotels. Use promotion code 249K8 whenmaking your reservation on supershuttle.com.HRSWCPREVIEW 17
2019 SponsorsThank you to our Conference Sponsors and Media Partners for your partnership and generous support.Diamond SponsorSilver SponsorsTitanium S
Sponsored by Paylocity 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Sunrise Education Sessions 8:15 AM - 10:45 AM Legal Exchange Deep Dive Sponsored by Jill Hickman 8:15 AM - 10:45 AM Concurrent Education Sessions Sponsored by Delta Dallas 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Closing General Session Keynote Speaker Carla Hall *Schedule as of June 15, 2019.
