The People Factor | HR Conference

Date and Time

Tuesday Sep 16, 2025

Doors will open at 8:15am with time for networking along with coffee and light breakfast before the conference starts at 9am. Lunch** will be served at 12:30pm and the conference will end at 3:30pm.

**Please contact the Chamber at events@visitdetroitlakes.com with any dietary restrictions. Thank you!

Location

M State Conference Hall

Fees/Admission

Chamber Members - $100
Non Chamber Members - $125
No refunds given after September 1st

Event Sponsors

Description

A full-day HR conference designed for anyone who leads, manages, or supports employees - whether you're a business owner, team lead, or the go-to person for people questions - this conference delivers the timely insights, resources, and connections you need to strengthen your workplace. Earn 6.0 SHRM PDCs credits for your participation!

This year’s topics include:

AI in HR
ESST & PFML Updates
Reasonable Suspicion & Policy Recommendations
Emotional Intelligence
Preventing Burnout
A Multigenerational Workplace Panel Discussion
Closing Keynote: Patrick Kirby’s “HR Like a 5th Grader: Fearless, Bold & Resilient People Practices”