WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24 Opening Reception 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Join fellow senior HR professionals for a reception before enjoying a free evening. THURSDAY, SEPT. 25 Networking Continental Breakfast, 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Take advantage of this opportunity to network and interact with colleagues before the opening general session Networking Lunch 12:15 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Join your colleagues for thought provoking discussion during lunch led by conference sponsors and members of SHRM’s executive team. Topics will be selected based on research conducted by SHRM that identifies emerging trends and issues of greatest importance to the workplace of the future. We encourage you to bring business cards to exchange with colleagues you meet during these stimulating exchanges. Closing Party 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. After all the days of learning and networking, kick back and relax at the closing party exclusively for the Society for Human Resource Management Strategy Conference attendees. Guests will be greeted with a reception, a dinner buffet and entertainment under the clear blue desert sky. PALM SPRINGS AREA ACTIVITIES The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is a unique experience. Aboard the world’s largest rotating tramcar you will experience a breathtaking journey up the sheer cliffs of Chino Canyon, as well as spectacular views of the desert. Moorten Botanical Garden An internationally famous living museum with nature trails, 3,000 varieties of cacti, succulents and flowers. Indian Canyons Located on Agua Caliente tribal land, the canyons are a must-see. Undisturbed natural beauty is combined with remarkably easy access. Copyright © Society for Human Resource Management 1800 Duke Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314 U.S.A. 1.800.283.SHRM (U.S. only) +1.703.548.3440 TTY/TDD: +1.703.548.6999 FAX: +1.703.535.6490 E-mail: shrm@shrm.org www.shrm.org