Events

Explore upcoming webinars and events focused on HR and Talent Acquisition.

Monthly Webinars Series

Our monthly webinar series is a platform for HR professionals to hear from leading experts in their fields and stay on top of the latest industry trends and insights.

Upcoming Webinars

How to Crush Your Nerves and Speak with Confidence at Work

Oct 15, 2025 at 12pm ET

Ready to ditch the nerves and own the room? This webinar reveals the real reason behind speaking anxiety and gives you a step-by-step plan to turn it into confidence, clarity, and impact.

What you’ll learn:

✔️ Why speaking nerves kick in and where they come from

✔️ Simple tools to calm anxiety and refocus

✔️ How to turn jitters into confident energy

✔️ A simple routine to stay in control during big meetings or presentations

TA Leaders' Forum

Our TA Leaders’ Forum is an invite-only event that gathers Talent Acquisition leaders in a confidential and collaborative setting to network, discuss and share recruiting best practices and challenges.

Coming Soon: Q4 TA Leaders' Forum Details

Atlanta Talent Acquisition Leaders' Forum Breakfast

July 2025 by invitation only – please request more information below.

HR
Live!

HR Live! is an invitation-only group intended to foster conversation and relationships with Human Resources leaders in Metro Atlanta.

Coming Soon: Q4 HR Live! Details

Braves vs. Cubs Baseball Game

September 9, 2025

Culture is no longer a nebulous concept or an elusive vibe — it’s a new operational discipline that all great organizations manage. 

Our last HR Live! event of 2024 will feature Culture Specialist and best-selling author, Ben Ortlip. 

HR Live! is an invitation-only group intended to foster conversation and relationships with human resources leaders in Metro Atlanta. Contact us to learn more and RSVP.

Braves vs. Cubs Baseball Game

September 9, 2025

Culture is no longer a nebulous concept or an elusive vibe — it’s a new operational discipline that all great organizations manage. 

Our last HR Live! event of 2024 will feature Culture Specialist and best-selling author, Ben Ortlip. 

HR Live! is an invitation-only group intended to foster conversation and relationships with human resources leaders in Metro Atlanta. Contact us to learn more and RSVP.

Other HR Events

Join the Talent Connections team at these upcoming industry events.​

Upcoming Events

SHRM Georgia 2025 Conference

October 8-10, 2025 in Stone Mountain, GA

This three-day event will bring together HR leaders, executives, and professionals for inspiring keynotes, interactive breakout sessions, and a robust expo showcasing the latest workplace solutions. Highlights include sessions on workplace culture, AI in HR, mental health, leadership, and a CHRO panel tackling strategy, equity, and agility.

Attendees will leave with fresh insights, practical tools, and stronger connections to help shape the future of work

Enjoy our special registration rate using the code “Ascend25” at checkout.

SHRM HR Executive Breakfast

Oct 8, 2025 | 8am-10:30am ET in Stone Mountain, GA

Join other Heads of HR for a thought-provoking discussion about the criticality of strong strategic connections between CEOs and CHROs in driving organizational performance and culture.

Speakers include:

  • Dan Fellner, CEO, Georgia Urology
  • Margo Marks, CHRO, Georgia Urology
  • Tom Darrow, SHRM-SCP, Founder, Principal, Talent Connections
  • Teela Jackson, SVP, Talent Delivery, Talent Connections

 

Please reach out to Tom Darrow for more information.

AACA 2025 Annual Forum

October 21, 2025 | 8am-2:30pm in Atlanta, GA

Join us at AACA’s biggest event of the year for “Next Level Rewards: Building What’s Next” where attendees can expect:

  • Keynote Presentation along with three additional sessions
  • Game show
  • Peer networking
  • Blessings in a Backpack community outreach event
  • Breakfast and lunch provided
  • Complimentary headshots provided by Talent Connections
  • Door prizes and raffle drawings
  • SHRM PDC credits
  • WorldatWork certification credits
  • Complimentary parking provided by Lockton

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