About this Event
SHRM CT 2026 Annual Inclusion Conference
The Work Ahead: Inclusion + Equity in Action
Join SHRM Connecticut for the 2026 Annual Inclusion Conference on Friday, October 30, 2026, at Central Connecticut State University in New Britain, CT.
This year’s theme, “The Work Ahead: Inclusion + Equity in Action,” brings HR professionals and leaders from across Connecticut together for a full day of learning, connection, and practical conversation focused on moving inclusion and equity from intention to action.
As workplaces continue to evolve, HR professionals play an important role in creating environments where employees feel valued, respected, and able to contribute. The conference will provide useful takeawaysw, meaningful discussion, and opportunities to learn from professionals facing many of the same workplace challenges.
What to Expect:
- An inspiring keynote speaker.
- Interactive breakout sessions featuring hands-on strategies and real-world insights
- Opportunities to network and share ideas with HR professionals and leaders from across Connecticut
- Continental Breakfast & Lunch included, with additional time to connect with colleagues
- Professional development designed to provide knowledge and strategies you can bring back to your organization.
- SHRM & HRCI recertification credits pending.
Event Details:
Friday, October 30, 2026
Doors Open: 8:00 AM
Program: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Central Connecticut State University | New Britain, CT
Whether you are leading inclusion initiatives, supporting employees and managers, or helping shape your organization’s culture, this conference offers an opportunity to learn, connect, and leave with practical ideas you can put into action.
Together, we move forward.
The SHRM Connecticut Council is an affiliate organization of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world’s leading association of Human Resource professionals.
Agenda
🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Registration, Networking and Continental Breakfast
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Opening Remarks
Host: Luke Mastrangeli
Info: Welcome, opening remarks and sponsor introductions
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Keynote Address - Special Guest to be Announced Soon!
🕑: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Panel Discussion - ERG & Compliance
🕑: 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Break
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Panel Discussion - Second Chance / Reentry Hiring
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch
🕑: 01:30 PM - 01:45 PM
Wellbeing Reset
Host: Anna Annette
🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:30 PM
Speaker to be Confirmed
🕑: 02:30 PM - 02:45 PM
BREAK
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:30 PM
Speaker to be Confirmed
🕑: 03:30 PM
Closing Remarks
Host: Luke Mastrangeli
Event venue & nearby stays
Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, United States
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