KEENELAND EVENT: Industry Insiders Speak: What HR Needs to Know Now — and What’s Coming in 2026

KEENELAND EVENT: Industry Insiders Speak: What HR Needs to Know Now - and What's Coming in 2026

Join leading HR industry experts and sponsors as they share timely insights on the trends shaping the future of work. This session will explore what's ahead for HR in 2026 - from evolving workforce strategies and technology innovations to compliance, culture, and talent priorities - offering practical perspectives to help organizations prepare for what's next.

You'll get to hear from:

• Express Employment Professionals
• Tresane
• Alpha Financial Partners
• Aptiva Health
• Integrated Corporate Wellness Solutions (ICWS)
• Point C (formerly Aspirant)
• Paylocity
• Energy Insurance Agency, and
• Big Solutions

Learning Objectives: 

• Identify key HR trends and workforce challenges expected to shape 2026
• Gain insight into emerging HR technologies, compliance considerations, and talent strategies
• Learn how leading organizations are preparing for the future of work
• Connect insights from industry leaders to actionable takeaways for your organization

*Approved for one (1.0) PDCs with SHRM and HRCI.

Schedule of Events:

10:00 am - 10:15 am: Registration & Networking (Please note: We won't be serving a main meal before the session since we'll be enjoying food at Keeneland, however light refreshments will be provided)

10:15 am: Business Meeting Update
10:30 am - 11:30 am: Presentation

11:30 am - Off to the Races!

Keeneland Phoenix Room Dress Code:  Business Formal

Gentlemen: Tailored suit or sport coat and dress slacks. Dress shirt with collar and necktie. Dress shoes or loafers. Suit coats are expected to always remain on. Hats are to be removed when seated in the dining room.

Ladies: Dress, dress top and skirt or pantsuits. One piece jumpsuits should fall below the knee. Dress shoes or dress sandals.

Not Permitted: Denim regardless of color or type, this includes denim jackets or pants designed to resemble jeans; shorts, including rompers; athletic attire, including athleisure leggings; visible midriffs (defined as the mid-region of the torso between the chest and the waist); flip-flops; clothing with offensive or explicit messaging; sashes, badges, tiaras or other novelty items for birthdays or bachelor/bachelorette celebrations.

Registration Deadline: Due to venue catering requirements, registration for in-person attendance closes 7 days prior to the event date. Virtual participation registration closes the day before the event.

Location: Mane on Main, 201 E Main St #1500, Lexington, KY 40507 (Validated parking is reserved in the Chase Tower Parking Garage) Mane on Main Parking Map. Details for virtual attendance will be sent to all attendees prior to the meeting, up to 24 hours in advance.

This month's meeting is sponsored by:

PREMIER SPONSOR

SILVER SPONSOR

EVENT SPONSORS:

If you wish to sponsor future events, please contact Christina at publicrelations@bgshrm.org for a 2026 Sponsorship Packet.

Premier Sponsor:

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BGSHRM strives to provide quality events that are educational in content and rich in networking opportunities. We place emphasis on the humans in Human Resources and value the shared experience of our peers and comrades who are working to create safe and productive environments for their employees. We have designed chapter meeting fees to be as low as possible. 

Because of rising costs in our community, your regular member registration fee covers the program related expenses and is not a fundraiser for the chapter.  As such, all payments for registration to BGSHRM events are non-refundable. View full Transfer and Refund Policy.