SHRM21 News

SHRM21’s Third “Tune in Tuesdays” to Spotlight Racial Equity in the Workplace

August 12, 2020 – “Tune in Tuesdays,” SHRM’s only TV show brought to you by SHRM21, is back on September 8 at 2:00 p.m. ET/ 11:00 a.m. PT for episode three.

This episode will provide the first opportunity to sit down with members of the newly formed “Blue Ribbon Commission on Racial Equity,” which is comprised of top business executives, SHRM members, and academics from both within and outside of HR. The Blue Ribbon Commission on Racial Equity is part of SHRM’s latest initiative to eliminate racial inequity from the workplace, called Together Forward @Work. This episode will feature a thought-provoking discussion with a panel of Commission members, who will reveal their motivations for joining, what topics are top of mind, what they’re hearing from peers, and give attendees an opportunity to engage in dialogue with them.

Established in the summer of 2020, the goal of the Blue Ribbon Commission on Racial Equity is to drive actions and solutions that will positively alter the workplace experience for Black workers and other people of color. Members include CHROs, SHRM Volunteer Leaders and other C-Suite executives with accountability for HR, academics, researchers, and individuals who have consistently worked to identify long-term solutions to creating inclusive workplaces.

Join us for this engaging “Tune in Tuesdays” episode airing on September 8 at 2:00 p.m. ET/ 11:00 a.m. PT. Earn 1 PDC by tuning in.

“Tune in Tuesdays” is a digital series with monthly interactive episodes leading up to the SHRM Annual Conference & Expo (SHRM21) in June 2021. Going beyond a typical webinar or virtual event, “Tune in Tuesdays” will take learning and connecting to the next level. Each episode will cover topics one might expect to see on the stages of SHRM’s signature event all while providing the opportunity to network with peers and contribute to the conversation in real time.

Former Airbnb Chief Ethics Officer, Rob Chesnut, Bringing Expertise to SHRM21’s Second “Tune in Tuesdays”

July 15, 2020 – SHRM’s only HR TV show, “Tune in Tuesdays”—brought to you by SHRM21—will air episode two on August 11 at 2:00 p.m. EST, featuring Rob Chesnut, former Chief Ethics Officer at Airbnb and author of Intentional Integrity.

With a successful track record of helping organizations act ethically, Chesnut will lead an engaging discussion about creating a culture of integrity—especially during these challenging times. Outlined in his recent book, Chesnut will share the industry-tested process—the Six Cs—to help leaders tackle ongoing issues like #MeToo, digital privacy, fair labor practices, and sustainability, as well as his expert advice surrounding new ethical challenges related to COVID-19.

Chesnut is a graduate of Harvard Law School and the University of Virginia. After working 14 years with the U.S. Justice Department, he became eBay’s third attorney, handling a wide variety of litigation, IP and regulatory/compliance matters for the company globally. He was promoted to run the company’s North American legal division in 2001 and to Sr. Vice President of a newly created Trust and Safety Department in 2004. He left eBay in 2008 to become the General Counsel of LiveOps, Inc., and moved to Chegg in 2010 as the general counsel and the company’s first lawyer. Chesnut joined Airbnb in 2016, where he developed a popular interactive employee program, Integrity Belongs Here, to help drive ethics throughout the culture at the company.

Join us for an engaging discussion during “Tune in Tuesdays” episode two on August 11 at 2:00 p.m. EST.

“Tune in Tuesdays” is a digital series with monthly interactive episodes leading up to the SHRM Annual Conference & Expo (SHRM21) in June 2021. Going beyond a typical webinar or virtual event, “Tune in Tuesdays” will take learning and connecting to the next level. Each episode will cover topics one might expect to see on the stages of SHRM’s signature event all while providing the opportunity to network with peers and contribute to the conversation in real time.

Former Netflix CTO, Patty McCord, to Headline SHRM21’s First “Tune in Tuesdays” Episode on July 14 

June 9, 2020—A brand-new digital series, “Tune in Tuesdays”—brought to you by SHRM21—launches July 14, 2020, with former Chief Talent Officer at Netflix, Patty McCord. “Tune in Tuesdays” are interactive episodes that will air on annual.shrm.org the second Tuesday of each month leading up to the SHRM Annual Conference & Expo (SHRM21) in June 2021. 

Going beyond a typical webinar or virtual event, Tune in Tuesdays will take learning and connecting to the next level. Each episode will cover topics one might expect to see on the stages of SHRM’s signature event all while providing the opportunity to network with peers and contribute to the conversation in real time. 

To kick off the new digital series, episode one will feature a lively discussion between McCord and SHRM President and CEO, Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, about how to build a culture of freedom and responsibility. As a workplace innovator and culture and leadership consultant, McCord will share her unique perspective that’s evolved from working at innovative small startups and large tech companies alike. Notably, her 14-year tenure at Netflix allowed her to experiment with new ways to work. McCord advocates practicing radical honesty in the workplace, saying good-bye to employees who don’t fit the company’s emerging needs and motivating with challenging work, not promises, perks and bonus plans. She argues that the old standbys of corporate HR―annual performance reviews, retention plans, employee empowerment and engagement programs―often end up being a colossal waste of time and resources. McCord is a bestselling author of Powerful: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility, and her thought leadership has appeared in Harvard Business Review, NPR, Fast Company and The Wall Street Journal. 

Join us for this engaging episode right here on annual.shrm.org on July 14 at 2:00 p.m. ET. 

Navigate the next chapter of work by staying up to date on the evolving impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the world of work. 

As the voice of all things work, SHRM is convening the world’s largest gathering of HR professionals, business executives, people managers and HR students at our SHRM21 Annual Conference & Expo. Now more than ever, workplaces need HR leaders to help navigate the new world of work. Attendees will gain insights on the latest trends, strategies and innovations elevating the HR profession and hear straight from a world-class lineup of speakers about how to maximize your potential. Join us online and in Chicago June 20-23, 2021. 

ALEXANDRIA, Va.—May 11, 2020: Regretfully, SHRM must cancel the SHRM 2020 Annual Conference & Expo as we have recently been informed by the San Diego Convention Center that it will not be able to host us for this event. 

This was a difficult decision, but it was based on directives from the state of California and the city of San Diego, and out of a need to keep participants and the community safe. 

We are very disappointed that we are unable to hold this event. We know SHRM Annual Conference & Expo is the leading HR community event, and the entire global HR community looks forward to it each year. However, we know it is the right decision, and we are confident there will be brighter days ahead as the HR community navigates our “new” world of work. 

As we turn our attention to the future, we look forward to seeing you at our SHRM 2021 Annual Conference & Expo, June 20-23 in Chicago. It will be a time to reconnect and celebrate the extraordinary measures we will have overcome as leaders reshaping the new world of work. 

Registration Transfer 

Your SHRM20 conference registration automatically transferred to SHRM21 in Chicago. The deadline for transfer or refund requests was June 9, 2020. Please Note: All cancellations may take up to 90 days to process.* 

Hotel Room Transfer 

For attendees transferring registration to SHRM21: If you made original SHRM20 hotel reservations through MCI USA, SHRM’s official housing vendor, then your SHRM20 hotel reservation will be automatically cancelled and your deposit will be automatically transferred to a SHRM21 housing reservation. You will receive notification from MCI USA the week of May 18, 2020, with instructions on booking your new hotel accommodations in Chicago and transferring your deposit. 

For attendees not transferring registration to SHRM21, but who made SHRM20 hotel reservations through MCI USA: You must contact MCI USA directly by e-mailing shrm@mcievents.com no later than June 26, 2020, for a full refund. Given the circumstances due to COVID-19, refunds may take up to 90 days to process. 

If you made hotel reservations on your own, be sure to contact the hotel directly to cancel. 

Expo Transfer 

Are you a SHRM20 exhibitor and wish to transfer your exhibit(s) to the SHRM21 Annual Conference & Expo? Please contact our Director of Exhibits and Sponsorships, Emile K. Davis. 

*SHRM20 FULL CANCELLATION AND TRANSFER POLICY 

Attendees registered for the SHRM20 Annual Conference will be automatically transferred to the SHRM21 Annual Conference & Expo in Chicago, June 20-23, 2021. SHRM20 attendees will not be responsible for paying any price difference should the cost of registration be higher than what was initially paid. This includes: Full Conference Registrations, Day Passes and Expo Hall Passes, and applies to volunteer leaders, students and advisors. 

If attendees prefer to cancel their registration and receive a refund, they must contact SHRM’s Customer Experience before June 9, 2020, by using our online form. Given the circumstances due to COVID-19, SHRM will issue full refunds. Refunds may take up to 90 days to process. 

Attendees who do not attend the event and/or do not contact SHRM via written correspondence during the set window as directed above will be responsible for the full attendee registration fee. 

If a SHRM member transfers his or her registration to a nonmember, the nonmember must do one of two things: pay the difference of the SHRM member and nonmember price at the time of the transfer or become a SHRM member at the time of transfer. 

Cancellations of conference add-on activities: cancellations can include a credit, transfer or refund for each conference add-on, including preconference workshops, educational programs, senior leadership programs, interpretation services, the guest program and SHRM On Demand. 

**Policy subject to change