Want to Speak at Austin SHRM’s Annual Conference?

Austin SHRM invites HR professionals, thought leaders, and workplace innovators to share insights that challenge perspectives, spark conversation, and drive meaningful progress within organizations.

Conference Session Focus Areas

We are currently seeking speaker proposals aligned with the following focus areas:

• HR Foundations – sessions designed for professionals entering or early in the HR field
• Legal & Legislative – compliance updates, employment law insights, and regulatory developments
• State & Government – topics relevant to public sector HR and government organizations
• CHRO / Executive Leadership – strategic conversations for senior HR leaders shaping organizational direction

Austin SHRM is looking for educators and learning facilitators who are passionate about advancing leadership in HR and helping organizations navigate today’s evolving workplace.

Our conference theme, Think Like a Human: Perspective • Powers • Progress, invites speakers to explore how thoughtful leadership, empathy, and strategic thinking can drive meaningful progress within organizations.

We welcome proposals that offer practical insights, fresh perspectives, and actionable takeaways for HR professionals at all levels of leadership. Strong sessions challenge assumptions, encourage thoughtful dialogue, and help attendees think differently about how they lead and support people.

All sessions should deliver clear learning value and align with the professional development needs of HR practitioners working across industries and organizational environments.

Austin SHRM believes that speaking at our conference provides significant value through professional exposure, increased visibility, and the opportunity to build connections with a highly engaged HR audience.

Please note: Keynote speakers are selected through a separate process and are not part of the Call for Speakers submission.