The #1 event for HR leaders.
Mark your calendar for March 30-April 2, 2026 — i4cp's Next Practices Now Conference is your opportunity to stay ahead of industry trends and connect with top HR executives in a vendor-free environment.
Next Practices Now is designed to equip attendees with actionable insights to drive immediate impact within your organization.
Secure your spot for 2026 and join the most impactful strategic HR conference of the year.
500+ HR leaders. Zero consultants or vendors. Infinite next practices.
Why wait?
Network with peers—not vendors. Join us for candid, strategic conversations in an environment free from sales pitches and distractions. This is your chance to connect with decision-makers in HR.
Tackle tomorrow’s challenges.
From integrating AI into HR processes to building resilient workforces, discover forward-thinking strategies that go beyond conventional best practices. Be ready to implement what you learn immediately.
Shape the future of HR.
With a focus on next practices, you’ll walk away with innovative ideas and actionable insights that can drive real business impact. Learn from i4cp research, industry-leading speakers, and your peers.
A unique HR conference experience.
Held at the luxurious Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, the conference offers the perfect blend of professional development and networking. Don’t miss the chance to join 500+ HR leaders in a setting designed for meaningful engagement.
Secure your seat
Act now—and bring your team
It's not too early to set your 2026 plans in motion. Reserve your place at the most anticipated HR event of the year, and take advantage of group rates to ensure your team can attend.
Last Year's Speakers
At Next Practices Now, you'll hear from business leaders, academics, and industry experts who are on the forefront of human capital.
Anne Chow
Former CEO, AT&T Business
Peter Cappelli
George W. Taylor Professor of Management, The Wharton School
Lisa Bryant
CHRO, Dow
Kenji Yoshino
Chief Justice Earl Warren Professor of Constitutional Law, NYU School of Law
Dimitra Manis
EVP, Chief Purpose Officer, S&P Global
J. Ofori Agboka
Vice President People Experience & Technology - Global Operations, Amazon
Lindsay-Rae McIntyre
Chief Diversity Officer and CVP Talent and Learning, Microsoft
