New Delhi
26th‐27th November 2026
Conference & Expo
26th November 2026
HR Excellence Awards
1800-103-2198 (Toll Free)
About Conference
Today, where technology and business processes continue to advance, it is people who make progress possible. They are the ones driving innovation, adapting to change, and making things happen. That’s why HR is no longer just about policies and processes. It’s about enabling human potential, building cultures that thrive, and leading with purpose.
The SHRM India Annual Conference & Expo 2026 is built around this belief. Now in its 15th edition, it’s where the power of people takes center stage. Two power-packed days of breakthrough sessions led by global changemakers and HR disruptors who are redefining the game.
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Why Attend
The Big Shift
Experience how technology, talent, and transformation converge to redefine the HR playbook, with people at the heart of every decision.
AI-Powered People Strategy
Discover how intelligent technology is reshaping decisions, elevating experiences, and unlocking human potential.
Skills. Strategy. Speed.
Learn what it takes to build agile, future-ready teams that thrive amid disruption.
Culture Rewired
Explore new ways to embed purpose, trust, and performance into the DNA of your organization.
Leadership for the ‘Now and Next’
Hear from bold leaders who are rethinking how work gets done and how people are led in today’s dynamic environment.
Connections That Count
Engage with innovators, decision-makers, and peers who believe in the impact of people.
Knowledge Pathways
Talent Alchemy
Craft resilient, adaptive talent pipelines with bold approaches to sourcing, upskilling, and robust processes for workforce success.
Next-Gen Leadership
Reimagine organizational structures and leadership models to foster agility, cross-functional alignment, and workforce productivity in dynamic environments.
HR Tech & Insights
Harness AI, automation, and predictive analytics to deliver actionable insights and measurable business impact.
Culture and Employee Experience
Build thriving organizations where purpose, engagement, and innovative practices drive performance, collaboration, and sustained impact.
Invited Speakers
Achal Khanna
CEO
SHRM APAC & MENA
Achal Khanna
CEOSHRM APAC & MENA
Achal Khanna is the CEO for SHRM India, APAC & MENA. SHRM India is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), which is the world’s largest association devoted to human resource management with more than 3,00,000 HR and business executive members in 165 countries.
Achal is responsible for leading the India operations of SHRM, as well as Asia Pacific operations including Middle-East. She serves on the global SHRM Leadership Team and is responsible for building the brand, expanding its business and developing professional relationships with government agencies, and other HR and business associations in the region.
Achal has over 30 years of work experience. Prior to joining SHRM, she was Managing Director for Kelly India operations; Vice President for GE; and Country Manager for Polaroid India. She has also worked with Dupont, ITC and Cosmo Group in various capacities.
She is a recipient of the “Best Women Executive in India” award.
Achal holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics; a Master’s Degree in English Literature and she is an MBA from Delhi.
Vineet Nayar
Founder & Chairman Sampark Foundation & Former CEO, HCL Technologies
Navya Naveli Nanda
Founder, Project Naveli,
Co-Founder, Nimaya Foundation
Nilankur Mazumdar
Head of Human Resources
United Airlines Business Services
Dimple Mehta
Mindfulness Based Leadership Coach & Director, Soul Diets
Srilata Kolachana
Director of Learning & Development, APAC
CGI
Srilata Kolachana
Director of Learning & Development, APACCGI
Srilata currently leads learning for APAC as the Director for Learning and Development at CGI. In her earlier work stints, she was the Country head for Training for India, at Hinduja Global Solutions. Prior to that she was the Senior Director, Talent Management and Development, Sutherland Global Services, heading the Talent Management initiatives for Healthcare Vertical globally and the project leader for the Inclusivity and Diversity initiatives at Sutherland India.
Srilata has previously worked in leading IT firms like Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC India), Franklin Templeton India, Convergys Information Management (India), Tech Mahindra, Health Management Research Institute and Infor Global Solutions leading OD, L&D and Talent Management Functions.
Education & Certifications:
- The Wharton School, Associate Fellow, Talent Management 2018
- Global Talent Management Leader, Talent Management Institute (Credential Id – AFP99894072)
- Independent Director Certificate – Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs
- Currently pursuing Executive FPM (PhD) program in Organizational Behavior from XLRi
- Master of Business Administration (Marketing and Finance) Osmania University
- Certified in training - International Certificate in Training Skills - City and Guilds London.
- Certified Assessor- Assessment and Development Centers - T.V Rao Learning Systems.
- Certified Behavioral Analyst
- Certification in LSIP and Power Coach Fundamentals
- Certification workshops in the areas of Instructional Methodology, Psychometric Test Professional, Assessment Centre Analyst, Certified Performance and Competence Developer, Certified Organizational Development Analyst (CODA)
SHRM India Advisory Council
Richard Rekhy
Vice Chair, Grant Thornton Bharat & Former CEO, KPMG in India
Pavitra Singh
Chief Human Resources Officer & Vice President
PepsiCo India & South Asia
Pranjal Sharma
Board Advisor and Author, India Innovates & Member, SHRM India Conferences & Council
#SHRMIAC26 Registration
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Partner with Purpose
Your Brand in the Spotlight
Command attention across mainstage talks, digital channels, immersive zones, and networking arenas where conversations shape the future of work.
Credibility That Resonates
Align with the most respected HR network globally and be part of conversations that shape the workplace.
Engaged Target Audience
Connect with HR leaders, innovators, and decision-makers who are shaping talent, culture, and business strategies.
Network to Reflect Your ‘Net Worth’
Move beyond transactions; forge authentic relationships that spark collaboration, partnerships, and measurable growth.
India’s Largest HR Community Platform
Tap into SHRM India’s top network of HR professionals, CXOs, and policymakers driving workplace transformation.
