August 13-15, 2024

Human Resources Symposium

Focusing on People & Culture

The Human Resources Symposium is the annual event designed specifically for human resources professionals and those interested in focusing on the club’s people and culture. Education will be curated for the unique needs, challenges, and priorities of HR professionals and provide maximum opportunities for networking and collaboration. Attendees will visit two iconic clubs in the Washington, DC, area, Cosmos Club and Congressional Country Club.

Connect with HR peers, share your experiences, and learn from industry experts, August 13-15, in the Nation’s Capital!

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Full Registration: $1,100

Earn Credits: 17 CMI Credits

Registration includes welcome reception (August 13), breakfast and lunch (August 14-15), dinner (August 15), and all education.

Schedule

Agenda Overview (All times ET)*

*All programming subject to change.

Tuesday, August 13—Congressional Country Club, Bethesda, MD

Focusing on Self-Awareness

Programming begins at 2:00 p.m.

Time	Event
12:45 p.m.	Buses depart for country club
1:00-2:00 p.m.	Registration
2:00–3:00 p.m.	Unlocking Your True Potential—Journey to Self-Awareness Part 1 Presenter: Quendrida Whitmore
3:00–3:15 p.m.	Break
3:15–4:15 p.m.	Unlocking Your True Potential—Journey to Self-Awareness Part 2 Presenter: Quendrida Whitmore
4:15–4:30 p.m.	Break
4:30–5:30 p.m.	Which HR Leader Are You? Presenter: Wes Burke, Chief Human Resources Officer, at Care.com Exploring HR Personas and their approach to an evolving workplace.
5:30–7:00 p.m.	Reception
7:00 p.m.	Buses return to hotel

Wednesday, August 14—Cosmos Club, Washington, DC

Focusing on Communication/Influence & Network

Full Day of Education

Time	Event
7:30-7:45 a.m.	Buses depart for Cosmos Club
8:00-8:30 a.m.	Breakfast
8:30–10:00 a.m.	Coaching or Mentor? Is there a difference? Moderator: Jodie Cunningham, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
10:00–10:15 a.m.	Break
10:15–11:45 a.m.	Strategic Networking and Effective Influence Presenter: Kristin Lytle
11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.	Lunch
12:45–1:45 p.m.	Telling the People Story: Working Together with Communications to Engage Employees Presenter: Carla Hallman, SHRM-SCP
1:45–2:00 p.m.	Break
2:00–3:00 p.m.	Roundtable Discussions Moderator: Carolyn Ruffner, CCM, SHRM-CP
3:00–3:15 p.m.	Break
3:15–4:15 p.m.	Are the D.E.I. Lines Open Presenter: Rachal Batiste
4:15–4:30 p.m.	Break
4:30–5:30 p.m.	2023 HR Trends—Follow the Data Presenter: Mike Morin, Club Benchmarking
5:30-6:30 p.m.	Cocktail Reception hosted by Cosmos Club
6:30 p.m.	Buses return to hotel

Free Night in Washington, DC, or Bus Back to Hotel

Thursday, August 15—Congressional Country Club, Bethesda, MD

Focusing on Making an Impact

Full Day of Education

Time	Event
7:30 a.m.	Buses depart for Congressional Country Club
8:00–8:30 a.m.	Breakfast
8:30–10:00 a.m.	Culture, Strategy, or Talent? Presenters: Jeffrey Kreafle, CMdip, & Betsy Gregory
10:00-10:15 a.m.	Break
10:15-11:15 a.m.	Engagement Surveys Presenter: Jodie Cunningham, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, and Mike Morin
11:15-11:30 a.m.	Break
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.	Utilizing Data to Influence Drive Results: Speak the Language of Others Presenter: Chris Tessone
12:30-1:30 p.m.	Lunch
1:30-2:30 p.m.	Partnering with the CFO Panel Moderator: Shirlene Industrious
2:30-2:45 p.m.	Break
2:45-4:15 p.m.	Building Strategy Around Talent Presenter: Betsy Gregory
4:15-4:30 p.m	Break
4:30-6:00 p.m.	Impact Through Command Presenter: Anne Freedman
6:00-8:00 p.m.	Cocktails & Dinner
8:00 p.m.	Buses depart for hotel

Important Information

The 2024 Symposium host hotel will be the Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ located at 7797 Woodmont Avenue in Bethesda, MD.

Book Now: online

Deadline: The last day to book within the group is July 23.

CMAA makes every effort to keep attendee expenses including registration fees and accommodation rates for the event as economical as possible. We work diligently to negotiate the best hotel rates and to make the best use of your registration dollars to keep the event affordable and accessible.

CMAA encourages all participants to reserve a room at host hotel; this supports not only this event, but also future meetings. While in some instances, less expensive accommodations may be available from third party online consolidators, booking within CMAA’s established block helps to underwrite the cost of meeting space and other hotel concessions. When commitments to our host property are not met, CMAA must pay penalties which will ultimately increase the cost of events.

Congressional Country Club Dress Code: business casual

Cosmos Club Dress Code: business casual: no jeans, sneakers, tee shirts, shorts, or flipflops.
We request men wear a collared, long sleeve, button down shirts tucked in with slacks. Women should wear something equivalent (no leggings unless worn under a dress). Open toe sandals are okay as long as they have straps (not flip flops).

All registration cancellations and refund requests must be made in writing by the individual whose name appears on the registration. No refunds will be made after July 11, 2024. To be valid, submit all requests to CMAA Registration. CMAA regrets that refunds will not be given for no-shows. Substitutions are gladly accepted; substitutions of registrations are permitted prior to the event. Only one substitution is permitted per original registrant. The individual submitting the substitution request is responsible for all financial obligations (any balance due) associated with the substitution. Badge sharing, splitting, and reprints are strictly prohibited.

CMAA is dedicated to providing a safe, hospitable, inclusive, and productive environment for all participants at CMAA Events. CMAA has established minimum expectations of behavior for participants at all CMAA events. Please review the policy. It is intended to supplement any other applicable CMAA policies, including the CMAA Code of Conduct and Ethics.