2026 Annual Conference

Don’t miss this opportunity to join your higher ed HR colleagues from across the State of Tennessee as we address some of HR’s most pressing challenges.

Day 1 - Thursday, May 14, 2026

6:00-8:00 PM Chapter Night Out

Once you check in at the Conference hotel, you're invited to a Chapter Night Out sponsored by Segal and Cornerstone. This event is a kick-off gathering for the rest of the conference - a good way to start your time at this annual get-together.

Day 2 - Friday, May 15, 2026

Enjoy a full day of sessions on topics relevant to higher education HR professionals today.

Travel/hotel information: Here is some important information to note as you plan your hotel accommodations:

• Rooms have been blocked off at the Hutton Hotel, located at1808 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203.

• The conference room rate is $269.00 plus tax per night (single/double overnight occupancy). The Conference room rate is good through 04/14/2026. Rooms includes full-size ironing board, security safe, coffee maker, minbar, and complimentary Wi-fi.

• Rooms may be secured by:

• Calling in reservations directly at (615) 340-9333. Please identify yourself as part of the TN CUPAHR block.

• Clicking on our personalized booking weblink at Cupa HR Tennessee.

• You will be required to provide a credit card upon making reservations.

• Valet- parking is $55 plus tax per night. Self-parking is $50 plus tax per night without in and out privileges.

• NOTE: The Conference room rate will be available up to Monday, April 14, 2026, based on availability.

Recertification credit hours have been requested for HRCI and SHRM.

Premier Sponsor:

• Spencer Fane

Legacy Sponsors:

• JobElephant
• Cornerstone
• Segal
• CBIZ

Info: Once you get checked in, you're invited to mingle with your colleagues and enjoy a night out in The Gulch sponsored by Segal and Cornerstone.

Info: As proposed tenure bans and evolving faculty employment models reshape the higher education landscape, HR leaders must rethink how institutions attract, develop, and retain talent across all roles. This session explores how colleges and universities can respond strategically by strengthening partnerships with career services offices, leveraging tuition reimbursement as a talent attraction and retention tool, and using labor market data, such as Lightcast, to anticipate workforce needs. Participants will gain practical insights into building resilient, data-informed workforce strategies that support both institutional goals and employee success in a rapidly changing environment.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Fisk University, 1000 17th Avenue North, Nashville, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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