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Join Us in Nashville for an Unforgettable Experience!
Get ready for three days of inspiration, insight, and innovation at the USA TODAY Top Workplaces 2026 Conference in Nashville. Explore a dynamic agenda packed with keynote speakers, expert-led sessions, and networking opportunities designed to celebrate and elevate exceptional workplace cultures.
Your attendance deserves recognition!
USA TODAY Top Workplaces 2026 Conference offers
15 HRCI/SHRM pre-approved sessions!
WELCOME AGENDA
MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026
4:00 PM
HOTEL CHECK-IN/
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
WELCOME RECEPTION
6:00 PM -
END OF
GAME
Enjoy live music, networking to kick off the conference.
Includes College Basketball Championship Watch Party.
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DAY 1 AGENDA
TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026
7:30 AM -
8:30 AM
BREAKFAST BUFFET
8:30 AM -
8:45 AM
OPENING REMARKS DAY 1
9:50 AM -
10:00 AM
LEADERSHIP AWARDS
Celebrate and recognize the industry’s top leaders!
12:30 PM -
1:30 PM
NETWORKING LUNCH
6:00 PM -
8:00 PM
HAPPY HOUR W/ LIVE MUSIC
Unwind with music, laughter, and unforgettable moments with your team.
2:45 PM -
3:45 PM
3 BREAKOUT SESSIONS
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1:30 PM -
2:30 PM
3 BREAKOUT SESSIONS
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10:15 PM -
11:15 PM
3 BREAKOUT SESSIONS
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4:50 PM -
5:00 PM
WELL-BEING AWARDS
DAY 2 AGENDA
WEDNESDAY APRIL 8, 2026
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
OPENING REMARKS DAY 2
10:50 AM -
11:00 AM
SOCIAL & CULTURE AWARDS
Celebrate social and culture winners in our conference!
11:15 AM -
12:15 AM
3 BREAKOUT SESSIONS
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12:15 PM -
1:15 PM
NETWORKING LUNCH
2:45 AM -
3:00 AM
5 YEAR MILESTONE AWARDS
Let’s recognize our
5-year winners!
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Prepare for the biggest celebration of the conference!
DENIM & DIAMONDS
COCKTAIL HOUR RECEPTION
7:30 AM -
9:15 AM
Kick off day 2 with our
networking breakfast!
BREAKFAST BUFFET