CHRO Fall Forum – Washington, DC

New Name. Sharper Focus. Same Premier Experience.

The CHRO Fall Forum – Washington, DC builds on the legacy of our flagship Washington Policy Conference with a new name and renewed energy—while maintaining the same high-impact purpose: to convene top HR leaders on the issues defining today’s workplace.

Top HR Minds Tackle the Forces Reshaping the Workplace Right Now

This two-day event brings CHROs and senior HR executives together in the heart of Washington, D.C. for timely, strategic conversations on policy, practice, and executive leadership in a dynamic labor and regulatory landscape.

With a focus on real-time challenges and high-level dialogue, the CHRO Fall Forum complements our Spring CHRO Summit’s forward-looking agenda by zeroing in on the issues that matter now—from public policy and employment law to C-suite collaboration and transformational HR leadership.

 KEYNOTE CONVERSATION 

Differing Perspectives, Shared Implications: Political Insights for CHROs
Kellyanne Conway and David Axelrod on the forces reshaping America's workforce

What happens in Washington doesn’t stay in Washington—and in an era of political uncertainty, HR leaders can’t afford to sit on the sidelines. In this unfiltered conversation, insiders Kellyanne Conway and David Axelrod bring their contrasting worldviews to a candid, cross-partisan exchange on the future of business and society.

From the ripple effects of the second Trump Administration to a Democratic party in transition, these veteran strategists will surface the key political currents CHROs must watch—and what they mean for workforce strategy, corporate risk, and executive leadership in the months ahead.

 SESSION SPOTLIGHT 

Unlocking the Power of the CEO-CHRO Alliance
The CEO-CHRO Partnership Playbook—Where Business Strategy Meets People Leadership

In today’s high-stakes environment, a strong CEO-CHRO partnership isn’t just nice to have—it’s a strategic advantage. In this candid fireside chat, a leading CEO and their CHRO share how a tightly aligned relationship powers growth, shapes culture, and drives enterprise-wide resilience. From balancing investor pressure with workforce priorities to navigating global challenges like AI and DEI, this session delivers hard-won lessons and practical moves to elevate HR’s impact at the highest level. (CEO-CHRO partners will be announced soon!)

 SESSION SPOTLIGHT 

CEO Succession: The CHRO's Role in Getting It Right
Boards own the process—but CHROs shape its success or failure

CEO succession is one of the board’s most high-stakes responsibilities—and CHROs are essential partners in guiding the process. From shaping the plan to advising the board, the CHRO’s influence can make or break a successful transition. In this session, longtime CHRO Sheri Bronstein and board director Michael White unpack the findings of a joint study by HRPA and the Center for Executive Succession, offering a candid, behind-the-scenes look at what works, what fails, and how trusted CHROs help boards get it right.

 SESSION SPOTLIGHT 

Leading the AI Shift: Strategy, Speed & Safeguards
Real-World Wins—and the Guardrails That Make Them Work

AI is here—and CHROs are leading the charge. Learn how top HR leaders are partnering across the business to pilot and scale AI initiatives with purpose and precision. Hear real-world use cases delivering measurable value, and explore the practical governance strategies companies are using to protect people, data, and brand. Then, dive into peer-to-peer roundtables to compare experiences, swap lessons learned, and walk away with actionable insights tailored to your organization’s AI journey.

 SESSION SPOTLIGHT 

Securing the CHRO Pipeline: Who Comes Next—and How to Prepare Them
Fresh Insights on Developing Tomorrow’s HR Leaders

As the CHRO role becomes more strategic, complex, and high-stakes, succession planning has never been more important. In this session, seasoned leaders and newly minted CHROs explore the realities of leadership turnover, share lessons on expanding the talent bench, and spotlight the capabilities that define today’s top candidates. Whether you're grooming a successor or planning your own transition, walk away with clear, practical steps to future-proof your HR leadership pipeline.

 SESSION SPOTLIGHT 

The New Talent Landscape: DEI, Mobility & the Future of Work
Adapting Strategy Amid Public Policy Shifts and Workforce Change

Immigration and DEI policies are evolving—and with them, the foundation of workforce strategy. In this timely discussion, leaders share how they’re responding to shifting regulations and public expectations, rethinking global talent pipelines, and future-proofing their approach to hiring, mobility, and development. Gain insight into how companies are staying compliant, inclusive, and competitive in a fast-changing environment.

Business & Talent Strategy in an Era of Constant Change

Here's What Sets This Forum Apart:

• Candid, off-the-record conversations with C-suite leaders, government officials, and issue experts
  
  
• Critical updates on practical impacts of labor and employment policy on the federal, state, and global levels 
  
  
• Peer exchange with fellow CHROs on what's working—and what’s next—in workforce strategy
  
  
• Executive-level insight into leading through change, uncertainty, and political transition
  
  
• Practical guidance for closing the year strong and confidently shaping 2026 priorities

HRPA Members, the CHRO Fall Forum is FOR YOU!

Who Should Attend:

• CHROs seeking timely intelligence and trusted peer dialogue
  
  
• Senior HR leaders and those in strategic functional, public policy, or legal roles
  
  
• HRPA member companies invested in workplace policy and enterprise-level HR transformation
  
  
• Executives preparing for C-suite transitions or expanding their external influence

Secure Your Spot Early!

Register now to take advantage of early-bird pricing (ends July 1) and ensure your place at this essential gathering of HR and policy leaders.

Hotel rooms are limited and sell out quickly; reserve your hotel room before July 31!