BUILD Summit (by Hacking HR)
This two-day, in‑person gathering is designed for HR, people leaders and business executives who want to build a winning people strategy AND a practical AI strategy they can use immediately, regardless of company size or industry.
Day 1 focuses on HR, people leadership and workforce strategy: you’ll clarify business‑aligned people priorities, design a future-ready capability framework and leave with a concrete plan to move your organization from literacy → fluency → readiness.
Day 2 is dedicated to Strategic AI leadership: you’ll build a clear AI strategy, assess AI readiness across your workplace ecosystem and outline a roadmap for responsible, high‑impact AI adoption.
This is the first and ONLY existing event that’ll serve as a sandbox for you to experiment with ideas and build your strategies. You will return two days later to your workplace or organization with real, tangible results that you will BUILD during the event.
You’ll walk away with:
A draft People Strategy tied to business priorities
A competency and capability framework plus an upskilling/reskilling roadmap
A practical AI Strategy and AI Readiness Plan you can refine with your team
Tools, canvases and templates you can reuse inside your organization
Pricing & What’s Included
We offer four ticket options so you can choose the level of access and value that fits your needs.
There is a 20% discount available ONLY to our existing Premium+ members. Reach out to us for more information: [email protected]
Early Bird Ticket: $450
Discounted full access to the two-day BUILD experience (all sessions and accreditation).
General Ticket: $525
Standard full access to the two-day BUILD experience.
Bundle 1: Event Ticket + Premium Membership (10% OFF!) - $584
Includes the two-day BUILD ticket plus one year of Premium Membership (20–30 certificate programs, virtual summits, mental health support and resources). Both items are discounted by 10% in this bundle.
Bundle 2: Event Ticket + Premium Plus Membership (20% OFF!) - $647
Includes the full BUILD ticket plus one year of Premium Plus Membership, which adds advanced AI programs, the Mini-Master series and exclusive tools. Both items are discounted by 20%.
Agenda at a Glance
Day 1 – People Strategy & People Leadership
9:00–9:45 am – Opening Keynote: HR at the Center of Business Strategy: How human capital, leadership and culture become the real competitive advantage.
10:00–11:30 am – Workshop: Designing a Winning People Strategy: Build a people strategy that is directly anchored in business outcomes and human-centered leadership.
1:30–3:00 pm – Workshop: Skills, Capabilities and the Literacy–Fluency–Readiness Ladder: Create a capability and competency framework plus an upskilling/reskilling roadmap.
3:30–5:00 pm – Workshop: People Leadership in the New World of Work: Define the leadership behaviors, manager expectations and culture shifts needed to make the strategy real.
5:00–6:00 PM - Coaching Power Hour: Small group coaching circles on people leadership and HR priorities (e.g., people strategy, culture, org design, change leadership). Guided peer coaching + a concrete 30-day action commitment.
Day 2 – Strategic AI Leadership & AI Readiness
8:00–9:00 AM - Coaching Power Hour: Small group coaching circles on people leadership and HR priorities (e.g., people strategy, culture, org design, change leadership). Guided peer coaching + a concrete 30-day action commitment.
9:00–9:45 am – Opening Session: Strategic AI Leadership in Business: Reframe AI from “tool” to core business capability and set the vision for your AI strategy.
10:00–11:30 am – Workshop: Building Your AI Strategy & Priority Use Cases: Identify high‑value AI use cases and build an AI strategy that fits any size or industry.
1:30–3:00 pm – Workshop: AI Readiness Blueprint – Technical, Cultural and Human: Assess technical, cultural and leadership readiness and turn it into a clear readiness plan.
3:30–5:00 pm – Closing Panel & Working Session: Ethical and Responsible AI at Scale: A facilitated panel conversation and hands‑on reflection on governance, ethics and responsible AI adoption.
Accreditation
Participants who complete the full two-day, in‑person experience will receive:
A virtual diploma of attendance for the two‑day Strategic People & AI Leadership workshop
A shareable Credly digital badge to showcase on LinkedIn and other social platforms
HR recertification credits (eligible/approved continuing education hours for major HR certification bodies)
These recognitions signal your commitment to future‑ready HR, people leadership and responsible AI integration.
Our Promise and Our Event Manifesto
At Hacking HR, we’re rebuilding the in‑person event from the ground up. Our gatherings are designed to be local, relevant, practical, human and radically accessible. Everything the old “fly across the country, stay at a $300 hotel and pay $2,000 for a ticket” model is not.
We prioritize useful content over spectacle and logistics that work for real people: shorter travel, lower costs, deeper regional connection and spaces that feel like community. High value, low friction, maximum accessibility. That’s the bar we hold ourselves to.
Community is the core of that promise. We design every session so you’re not being spoken at, but building with others who care about the same problems. Instead of awkward icebreakers or “work the room and chase people” weird networking, you’ll find thoughtful, low‑pressure ways to connect. A model that works for introverts and extroverts alike. You’ll leave with a handful of real relationships.
Sponsors are treated as partners in learning, not vendors chasing badge scans; they’re invited into the experience to add real educational value and contribute to the community.
We also believe impact should be shared and sustainable. We keep events affordable by skipping overpriced catering and big‑ticket venues, favoring local museums, colleges and libraries and partnering with neighborhood cafés so you choose what you eat while supporting the local economy and reducing waste.
Finally, we commit 10% of every event’s gross revenue to a Speaker Participation Pool, because the people who build the experience with their time, ideas and creativity should share in its success.
In short: we’re not here to recreate the traditional conference. We’re here to offer a human, practical, collaborative, local and sustainable alternative, and to keep earning your trust every time you join us.
FAQs
Can I get a refund or transfer my ticket to someone else?
All ticket sales are final. We do not offer refunds, date changes, or ticket transfers to other people or other events.
What happens if I purchase Bundle 1 (Premium + Ticket) or Bundle 2 (Ticket + Premium+)?
If you purchase either Bundle 1 or Bundle 2, you’ll receive a separate email within 48 hours with instructions to activate your Premium or Premium+ membership. This email will be sent to the same address you used to register for the event.
Are breakfast or lunch included with my ticket?
We’ll provide snacks, coffee/tea and small goodies during the event, but breakfast and lunch are not included. Attendees are responsible for their own main meals.
Who is this event designed for?
This event is designed for HR leaders, people managers, business leaders and anyone responsible for people, culture, talent, or organizational transformation—at any company size or industry.
What do I receive for attending (certificates, badges, credits)?
Participants receive a virtual diploma of attendance, a Credly digital badge to showcase on social media and professional profiles and HR recertification credits (exact credit details will be shared closer to the event). They will receive their accreditation the week after the event.
Will the sessions be recorded or livestreamed?
This is a highly interactive in-person experience. At this time, we are not planning to livestream or provide full recordings of the sessions. Any post-event resources (such as selected slides or tools) will be shared directly with attendees.
Is there a dress code?
Dress code is business casual / conference comfortable. You’ll be participating in interactive workshops, so please wear something you can move and sit comfortably in for the day.
Do I need to bring a laptop or device?
A notebook and pen are always useful. A laptop or tablet is recommended if you want to experiment with AI tools during the sessions or capture notes digitally, but it’s not strictly required to benefit from the workshops.
Do you provide accessibility or other accommodations?
We are committed to making our events as inclusive as possible. If you require any specific accommodation (accessibility needs, dietary restrictions for snacks, etc.), please contact us after registering so we can explore available options. This space is accessible.
How will I receive event updates and logistics information?
All important updates: timing confirmations, venue details, and any last-minute changes—will be sent to the email address you use to register. Please make sure it’s an email you check regularly.
Is parking available at the Salt Lake City venue?
Yes. Parking is free and located right next to the venue.
Are there places to eat near the Salt Lake City venue?
Yes. There’s a restaurant inside the school’s Culinary Institute, and a mall with multiple dining options less than half a mile away.