Join your fellow attendees and Fortune editors for a casual breakfast.

Plenary sessions are a mix of one-on-one interviews, panel discussions, and short presentations. Our first morning sessions will include explorations of how artificial intelligence is transforming hiring and workforce development, the new leadership competencies required in the age of AI, the billion dollar startups disrupting HR, how lawyers will be your go-to business advisor in 2025 and the future of DEI in the current political era.

Confirmed Sessions:

SKILLS OVER DEGREES: BUILDING TALENT & BOOSTING BUSINESS
No degree? No problem. Walmart is proof that investing in workers pays off. Despite Wall Street’s doubts in 2015, the retail giant’s ambitious plan to raise wages and focus on skill development has driven results: 75% of jobs no longer require a degree, 75% of U.S. salaried managers started as hourly associates, and trained employees are four times more likely to stay. Meanwhile, the New York Jobs CEO Council—launched by JPMorgan Chase’s own Jamie Dimon —creates novel partnerships between 30 companies and educational institutions and has helped over 40,0000 low-income New Yorkers land “family-sustaining” jobs. Learn how these different strategies are evolving, overcoming obstacles, and, ultimately, expanding opportunities and business growth.
Donna Morris, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer, Walmart
Kiersten Barnet, Executive Director, New York Jobs CEO Council

THE BILLION DOLLAR STARTUPS CHANGING HIRING FOREVER
Boasting multi-billion-dollar valuations, startups Deel and Handshake are doing things differently than the Fortune 500 — and they say it’s paying off. Riding a pandemic wave, Deel has enabled businesses to seamlessly onboard employees across 150 countries – with no need for local entities. Handshake’s laser-focus on Gen Z is transforming early-career recruiting by connecting college students with employers through a social media-like platform designed for digital-savvy users, prioritizing accessibility and inclusivity. Their cofounders reveal how shaking up the HR game isn’t just good for innovation—it’s changing the future of work for businesses and job seekers, and leading to long-term profitability.      
Ben Christensen, Cofounder, Handshake                       
Shuo Wang, Cofounder and CRO, Deel

THE MIDDLE MANAGER CONUNDRUM
 It’s been said that people don’t leave companies, they leave managers. As companies seek new ways to increase productivity, morale and retention, is the solutions to invest more in this under-trained and burnt-out cohort of high-potential managers ... or remove this layer of bureaucracy altogether? Hear from one company who made the bold decision to remove its middle management and the lessons learned 18 months into this strategic decision, as well as a leading expert who believes in the power of keeping middle managers and empowering them with the tools to succeed in the new era of work.  

Attendees will have the choice to attend one of three interactive sessions that offer in-depth learning opprtunities in small-group settings.

Participants can choose one of two activities to join with their fellow participants

Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour
Experience an intimate encounter with California’s dolphins and whales aboard a private, 50-foot glass-bottom catamaran. Get up close and personal with marine wildlife, as an experienced captain guides you and shares fascinating insights into the local marine life and its rich history.

Golf Clinic and 5-Hole Round:
Join seasoned PGA professionals for an exclusive golf clinic at Monarch Beach Golf Links, where you'll refine your skills at putting, chipping, and swinging. Then, test your skills during a 5-hole round, tackling tight fairways and firm greens while enjoying stunning coastal views.

Dine under the open sky at a casual gathering designed for meaningful connections, engaging conversations, and relaxed networking. Enjoy exceptional cuisine, refreshing coastal breezes, and the company of industry leaders shaping the future of work—all while seated at tables hosted by Fortune editors and top executives, sparking insightful discussions and new ideas.