Well, it’s done. The 2010 HRPA annual conference & tradeshow. This is my fist full conference attendance in probably 8 years, and while I dropped in and out past years, I cannot say as any of the quality of sessions I saw in those years could cumulatively top what I saw this year.
First and foremost, Doug Keeley of Mark of a Leader, as the MC, did an awesome job being the glue for the event. Not only did he MC, but he brought interesting stories, motivated everyone, and got a few laughs along the way too. Doug is a very talented guy. Other keynotes included Jeff Tobe, Ali Velshi, Nick Bontis and a few others – all were very impressive.
From a session standpoint, I found myself mostly in compensation and legal sessions – the practical side of me took over. And, while I heard great things about other session on perfecting your powerpoint, or being creative, or understanding generation Y – I was not disappointed with any of the session presenters.
Finally, the trade show floor – while I was not in search of many services at this point this year – was very inclusive and brough some quality services to the show. The sponsors did a great job in presenting the keynotes and providing access to them for autographs or follow up after their presentations.
All in all a great show, and I hope the HRPA can keep it up for 2011 now that they have set the bar!
Session notes are online on the HRPA conference site until middle of February, so if you have not got yours yet, make sure you do.
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Geoff, it WAS a great event. I attend so many of these conferences and only some stand out as being incredibly efficient, informative and fun like HRPA’s 2010 event. It was my privilege to be invited to speak.
Jeff Tobe
http://www.JeffTobe.com
PS I am sorry you spell your name wrong!!!!!!!!!!