All 2026 Conference Sessions

Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo dives deep into key topics for CHROs from AI transformation and workforce redesign to culture, talent, leadership and more to help you address your organization’s mission-critical challenges.

2026 Conference Theme

Power New Possibilities: Lead the Transformation of Work.

The AI era is unlocking a new age of possibilities, and organizations are rethinking their boundaries for growth but often underestimate factors that power the possible. HR leaders have a pivotal opportunity in 2026 to lead the transformation of work and prepare both the work and workforce for success.

Explore our conference sessions below, all developed with this theme in mind.

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Monday, 16 November, 2026

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM AEDT

CHRO Circle Roundtable: Navigating Cost Pressures: Real-World Solutions From CHROs
Dion Love, VP Analyst, Gartner
Three quarters of CHROs cite cost management as their top priority in 2026. CHROs now must balance operational efficiency and costs with change management effectiveness to contribute to organizational growth. They must do this all while navigating volatile, uncertain and complex environments. Join other CHROs to discuss approaches to cost optimization. Learn how others are addressing cost mandates without sacrificing the employee experience and long-term ability to meet talent needs. ... Show More Show Less
Tuesday, 17 November, 2026

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM AEDT

Optimizing Workforce Spend in Turbulent Times: From Data to Decisions
Jan Bansch, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Three-fourths of CHROs cite cost management as their top 2026 priority. CHROs must balance operational efficiency, cost control and change management to drive growth amid volatile environments. Partner with the CFO to establish baseline worker/workforce spend, set targets and measure returns. Incorporate total cost of worker and workforce metrics into all major decisions to assess impacts on labor and enablement costs from changes like org redesigns or AI adoption. ... Show More Show Less

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“A great opportunity to take time out of the work week and invest in learning from industry professionals. A diverse conference agenda that kept me fully engaged and already looking forward to next year.” 

Jodie Mather
Director, People Support, Australian Government Department of Human Services

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