HCI Unveils Employee Experience Summit for 2026
Employee experience is rapidly becoming the cornerstone of successful organizations, especially as companies face non-stop transformation and evolving workforce expectations. Recognizing this urgent need, the Human Capital Institute (HCI) has announced the launch of the Employee Experience Summit, a virtual event scheduled for September 16, 2026. This summit aims to equip HR, talent, and business leaders with the latest strategies to cultivate resilient teams, empower managers, and foster thriving workplaces amid ongoing change.
The Growing Importance of Employee Experience
Modern organizations must help employees adapt to the accelerating pace of change, much of it driven by AI advancements, shifting workforce demographics, and evolving leadership demands. The employee experience now sits at the heart of these changes, influencing talent retention, performance, and organizational culture. According to Stacey Bailey, Vice President of Product at HCI, “Success increasingly depends on how well leaders help people adapt. We created the Employee Experience Summit to equip organizations with practical strategies that strengthen resilience, improve the employee experience and drive stronger business outcomes.”
What to Expect at the Employee Experience Summit
HCI’s Employee Experience Summit is designed as an immersive, single-day virtual event that brings together industry leaders and HR professionals. Attendees will gain practical frameworks, actionable ideas, and real-world strategies that can be implemented immediately to build stronger teams and elevate the employee experience. The event will feature insights from prominent leaders such as:
- DeRetta Rhodes, MBA, PhD, Executive Vice President and Chief People and Culture Officer at the Atlanta Braves
- Jeremy Browder, Director of Employee & Workplace Experience at Coinbase
- Mary Fairchild, Senior Director of Culture and Employee Experience at Expedia Group
- Janelle Jordan, Senior Program Manager of Employee Experience at GoDaddy
These experts will lead sessions exploring approaches to:
- Guide managers and teams through uncertainty
- Strengthen employee trust and engagement during organizational change
- Reduce burnout and foster resilience
- Create experiences that support employee growth and business success
Addressing Change with Actionable Solutions
The Employee Experience Summit will delve into the practical aspects of managing change, emphasizing the critical role of managers in shaping a positive employee experience. Attendees can expect to learn how to:
- Lead organizational change while maintaining high levels of trust and engagement
- Empower managers to effectively guide their teams through periods of uncertainty
- Implement strategies to reduce burnout and increase adaptability across the workforce
- Design employee experiences that drive both personal and organizational growth
With PerformYard, a leading provider of performance management software, serving as the exclusive event sponsor, the summit highlights the intersection between technology and human-centric leadership in shaping the future of work.
Why Employee Experience Matters Now
The focus on employee experience is not just a trend—it’s a necessity for organizations looking to thrive in an era of constant change. Companies that prioritize the employee journey are better positioned to retain top talent, strengthen their culture, and achieve lasting business outcomes. HCI’s summit expands its portfolio of learning experiences, providing HR professionals with the tools and insights needed to drive meaningful change and performance improvement.
Registration and Additional Information
Registration for the Employee Experience Summit is now open. HR and business leaders looking to stay ahead of the curve can register online to participate in this dynamic event. The summit promises valuable networking opportunities, expert-led sessions, and practical takeaways that attendees can immediately apply within their organizations.
About the Human Capital Institute (HCI)
Founded in 2004, the Human Capital Institute (HCI) is a leading global resource for HR professionals. As part of Simplify Compliance, HCI supports over 300,000 members worldwide by providing access to strategic human capital practices, learning experiences, and career development resources. HCI is dedicated to helping HR teams optimize talent, drive engagement, and develop the capabilities needed to excel in today’s dynamic business environment.
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