HR Technology Conference and Exposition(R) Launches HR Tech Insiders Blog

New Blog Provides Additional Channel to Share Latest News and Discuss Most Pressing Topics in HR Technology


PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL--(Marketwired - Aug 12, 2015) - Human Resource Executive® magazine, the premier publication focused on strategic issues in HR, today announced the launch of the new HR Tech Insiders blog. Developed to complement the upcoming 18th Annual HR Technology Conference & Exposition® to be held October 18 - 21, 2015 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, this new blog offers dynamic, industry-focused content to advance the HR technology conversation.

While the HR Tech Conference will gather together thousands of HR professionals from around the world to explore the latest technology trends impacting their daily roles, the HR Tech Insiders blog provides an additional platform to address key topics before, during and after the conference. In addition to serving as a centralized place to discuss the latest industry news and share expert commentary, the blog provides tips, advice and information to help HR practitioners leverage technology to drive their organization's success. Moreover, the blog is topic-oriented, providing continued commentary on a wide range of issues, including employee engagement, recruiting, talent management and more.

HR Tech Insiders is authored by some of the industry's most respected authorities, sharing their cutting-edge insights on the leading issues of today. The experts contributing to the blog include:

  • Heather Bussing: Practicing business and employment law for almost 30 years, Bussing is also a writer and editor for HR Examiner.
  • Gareth Jones: A regular speaker and blogger on the future of HR and resourcing technology, Jones's career spans over 24 years in HR, business development, consulting, CRM, marketing and recruitment. He is author of the blog, Inside My Head.
  • Mary Kaylor: Manager, Public Affairs for the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), Kaylor also serves as managing editor for the SHRM Blog.
  • Sharlyn Lauby: An author, writer, speaker and consultant, and the voice behind HR Bartender, Lauby has been recognized as a Top HR Digital Influencer.
  • Jennifer Payne: With 17 years of experience in the HR industry, Payne is one of the co-founders and contributing writers of the Women of HR blog and serves as its editor.
  • Tim Sackett: Leveraging 20 years of executive HR and talent acquisition experience, Sackett is a highly sought after speaker on leadership, talent acquisition and HR execution and author of the blog, The Tim Sackett Project.
  • Robin Schooling: Drawing on more than two decades of senior HR leadership in a variety of industries, Schooling consults with organizations, advises HR teams, speaks to HR and business audiences and writes on her blog, Robin Schooling.

"As the HR technology industry remains incredibly dynamic and evolves constantly, we recognized the opportunity to introduce another platform to discuss the leading issues impacting HR professionals today," said Steve Boese, HR Tech Conference co-chair. "To that end, we are thrilled to launch the HR Tech Insiders blog. Not only does it enable us to share the latest news and discuss the most exciting topics in HR technology today, but also build on the insights and expertise that will presented at the HR Tech Conference."

The HR Tech Insiders blog can be accessed at: http://blog.hrtechnologyconference.com/.

Additional details about the 18th Annual HR Technology Conference & Exposition® can be found at www.HRTechConference.com or by calling toll-free 1-800-727-1227.

About the HR Technology Conference & Exposition
Now in its 18th year, the HR Technology Conference & Exposition® is the annual Town Meeting of thousands of professionals from around the world who gather to share their expertise and challenges in all forms of technology for HR. In addition to senior HR practitioners, every major industry analyst, consultant, blogger and vendor regularly attends.

A world-renowned event for the HR industry, the HR Tech Conference is expanding to China in 2016 to provide HR and HR IT professionals from across the APAC region with access to the thought leadership and technology solutions that can help solve their biggest challenges. The inaugural HR Technology Conference & Exposition China will take place April 13 - 15, 2016, in Zhuhai, China.

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