SEPTEMBER

17-19, 2025

Overland Park

Convention Center

Why You Should Attend

We hope you're gearing up for an exciting 3-day event in Overland Park, KS, from September 17-19, 2025!

This year’s theme is HR Game Changers—a celebration of those who are transforming the industry and setting new standards for success. Whether you're looking to innovate, network, or be inspired by the best in the field, this event is designed to empower you to become a true game changer. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect and collaborate with industry leaders!

Network

All work and no play makes for a boring HR conference! Join us for networking events on Wednesday the 17th and Thursday the 18th. It's a fun way to close out the nights.

Credits Available

Conference attendance provides up to 12 recertification hours for in-person attendees, and up to 22 hours for those viewing the On Demand recording.

New People

We plan to host 400+ attendees this year, the majority of whom will include senior Human Resources (HR) professionals, supervisors, managers, and directors currently practicing in the Human Resources field.

Great Speakers

The Conference will include subjects and topics in the HRCI Body of Knowledge and SHRM Body of Applied Skills & Knowledge. All presentations will meet the criteria for recertification credit from both SHRM and HRCI.

CALL FOR

Concurrent Speakers

KS SHRM invites you to submit a call for proposal to share your knowledge and expertise with human resources professionals at our annual KS SHRM State Conference, September 17-19, 2025 in Overland Park, Kansas. Our theme is HR Game Changers and we expect over 400 attendees for this annual event. 

Deadline - March 1, 2025

SPEAKERS

Check Out What's Coming

LISTEN TO OUR

Keynotes


Jeff
Lanza

Pre-Conference Workshop


Brandon
Clark

Thursday
Morning


Kevin
Chase

Thursday
Morning


David
Atkins

Thursday
Lunch

Dr. Marché Fleming-Randle

Friday
Diversity


Donnie
Campbell

Friday
Closing

UP TO 14 IN-PERSON CREDIT HOURS

(2 PRE-CONFERENCE & 12 BREAKOUT SESSIONS)

Schedule

Time Event Location
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Registration & Information Open Foyer
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Exhibitor Set Up Exhibit Hall
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Optional Workshop with Lunch
Leadership Ethics: How to Help Keep Your Employees out of Jail
Jeff Lanza
TBD
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Conference Opening & Welcome Ballroom
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM General Session Opening Keynote
Dan Meers
Ballroom
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM SHRM Time Ballroom
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Break & Visit Exhibitors Exhibit Hall
3:30 PM - 3:45 PM Introduction of Award Nominees Ballroom
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM General Session
Not So Dry Employment Law Update
Kyle Russell
Ballroom
4:45 PM - 6:30 PM Social Event with Exhibitors (HR Game Night) Exhibit Hall
Time Event Location
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM Registration & Information Open Foyer
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Breakfast Ballroom
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM General Session Keynote
Coach & Cowboy: The 1 Degree
Brandon Clark & Kevin Chase
Ballroom
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM Visit with Exhibitors Exhibit Hall
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Breakouts Courtyard Rooms
    People
The ABCD's of Medicare
Sam George & Amanda Sharp
    Workplace
The Power of Play: Using Gamification to Drive Creativity & Engagement
JL Heather
    Organization
Cybersecurity in the Workplace: HR's Role in Protecting the Company, Training Employees, and Mitigating Risks
Jeff Lanza
    Strategic
Good Grief! Strategies for Supporting Employees Through Loss
Carrie Cox
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Visit with Exhibitors Exhibit Hall
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Award Winner Presentations Ballroom
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Lunch Ballroom
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM General Session Keynote
David Atkins
Ballroom
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Visit with Exhibitors Exhibit Hall
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Breakouts Courtyard Rooms
    People
David Atkins
    Workplace
Psychological Health and Safety: Are Your Workers Willing to Speak Up When it Matters?
Devin Hughes
    Organization
The World Beyond Words: Understanding the Power of Nonverbal Communication for HR Professionals
Jeff Lanza
    Strategic
Workplace Stability: Cracking the Code on Retention, Resilience, and Results
Ryan Bond
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM Transition Time
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM Breakouts Courtyard Rooms
    People
How to Enhance HR's Reputation Through Storytelling
Mack Munro
    Workplace
Leadership Reimagined: A Formula for Accelerating Leadership Growth & Impact
Coach Keith Shaw
    Organization
Lucas Fender
    Strategic
TBA
3:45 PM - 5:30 PM Farewell Reception to Exhibitors
SHRM Foundation and Vendor Giveaway items pick up
(Booth breakdown following)
Exhibit Hall
Time Event Location
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM Registration & Information Open Foyer
7:30 AM Breakfast Ballroom
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM General Session Diversity Keynote
Dr. Marche Fleming-Randle
Ballroom
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM Transfer Break Ballroom
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM Breakouts Courtyard Rooms
    People
Teresa Shulda
    Workplace
The Playful Humans Game Changer
Mike Montague
    Organization
Overlooked: Psychosocial Aspects of Military Transition & Thier Impact on Employers
Emily King Grandinetta
    Strategic
TBA
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM Break Ballroom
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM General Session Closing Keynote
Donnie Campbell
Ballroom
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Conference Closing Ballroom

SUPER Early bird is good through Dec 31, 2024

Register Now

SHRM
In-Person & On-Demand
$450
Non-SHRM
In-Person & On-Demand
$550
Student
In-Person & On-Demand
$200
Pre-Conference Workshop
SHRM $125
Non-SHRM $175
$125

Refunds minus $100 are allowed until July 1, 2025. After July 1, 2025, conference registrations may be transferred to someone else or applied to a future conference.

Early bird is good through May 31

Register Now

SHRM
In-Person
$500
Non-SHRM
In-Person
$600
Student
In-Person
$200
Pre-Conference Workshop
SHRM $125
Non-SHRM $175
$125
On-Demand
SHRM $375
Non-SHRM $475
$375

Refunds minus $100 are allowed until July 1, 2025. After July 1, 2025, conference registrations may be transferred to someone else or applied to a future conference.

Register Now

SHRM
In-Person
$579
Non-SHRM
In-Person
$679
Student
In-Person
$250
Pre-Conference Workshop
SHRM $125
Non-SHRM $175
$125
On-Demand
SHRM $425
Non-SHRM $525
$425

Refunds minus $100 are allowed until July 1, 2025. After July 1, 2025, conference registrations may be transferred to someone else or applied to a future conference.

Register Now

SHRM
In-Person
$600
Non-SHRM
In-Person
$700
Student
In-Person
$250
Pre-Conference Workshop
SHRM $125
Non-SHRM $175
$125
On-Demand
SHRM $425
Non-SHRM $525
$425

Refunds minus $100 are allowed until July 1, 2025. After July 1, 2025, conference registrations may be transferred to someone else or applied to a future conference.

Register Now

In Person Registration Has Closed

On Demand Only
SHRM $425
Non-SHRM $525
$425

Refunds minus $100 are allowed until July 1, 2025. After July 1, 2025, conference registrations may be transferred to someone else or applied to a future conference.

GET INVOLVED

Volunteer Opportunities

It takes a crew to pull off the conference and we have plenty of volunteer opportunities available. Everyone who signs up and completes 3 or more volunteer slots will receive an appreciation gift!

SEE YOU THERE

Venue & Hotel

Venue

Overland Park Convention Center


6000 College Blvd
Overland Park, KS 66211

(913) 439-5382

Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center

6100 College Blvd
Overland Park, KS
(866) 238-5769

Kansas State Council SHRM Conference Attendees 
Start Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025
End Date: Friday, September 19, 2025
 

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