HR Conclave 2026
Theme: Challenges of HR in the Contemporary Workforce
Who can join: Industry experts, HR professionals, business leaders, and academicians to discover actionable solutions for modern workforce challenges.
About The Event
Navigating Unprecedented Change
The workplace is evolving faster than ever. From digital transformation and AI-driven processes to shifting employee expectations and multi-generational teams, HR leaders are navigating unprecedented change.
HR Conclave 2026 is designed as a dynamic platform where industry experts, HR professionals, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and academicians come together to discuss, and discover practical solutions to today’s most pressing HR challenges.
Topics of Discussion
- AI & The Future Workforce – Redefining roles, skills, and leadership
- Employee Retention Strategies – Building engagement and loyalty
- Gen Z’s Adaptability – Understanding the new generation of talent
- Talent Acquisition & Analytics – Data-driven decisions in a competitive market
The Impact
Why This Conclave Matters
Across industries (SMEs, manufacturing, service sectors, startups, corporates, and education) HR challenges are complex. The conclave aims to address real-world insights and actionable strategies for future-ready solutions.
Address Contemporary Challenges
Identify gaps and explore AI & Digital Transformation within modern enterprise HR practices.
Cross-Industry Knowledge Sharing
Create a collaborative platform for SMEs, manufacturing, and services to exchange experiences.
Action-Oriented Takeaways
Gain practical solutions to reduce attrition, build commitment, and map the multi-generational workforce.
Who Should Attend?
This event is not limited to one sector. It is designed for all industries looking for practical, future-ready solutions.
- HR Professionals & Managers
- Business Owners
- SME Leaders
- Talent Acquisition
- Industry Representatives
- Organization Development Professionals
March
Keynote & Experts
Distinguished Speakers
Hear from industry leaders and experts setting the pace for the future workforce.
Dr. Nirav Mandir
Chief Human Capital & Sustainability Officer
Shree Ramkrishna Exports Pvt. Ltd. (SRK)
Dr. Nirav is instrumental as the CHRO & Sustainability Officer with SRK, one of the world's largest Diamond & Jewellery Manufacturing conglomerates.
With a Ph.D. from the USA and Advanced HRM from IIM-A, he shoulders strategic responsibilities over Global HR, ESG, and CSR initiatives.
He is highly recognized for his leadership, receiving honors such as the Top 35 Young HR Leader Award and being listed among the 100-Top HR Minds in India.
Sapan Oza
Regional Head - Academic Alliances Group
TATA Consultancy Services Ltd.
25+ years of corporate experience covering Market Development, Large Program Management, Alliances, and Business Development.
20+ years as a Guest / Visiting Faculty at various academic institutes and a Board of Studies member at multiple Universities.
Current area of interest and research focuses heavily on AI Strategy and Governance, Responsible AI, and Law/Regulations for AI.
Agenda
Event Schedule
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Registration
Arrival, networking, kit collection & breakfast.
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Keynote Sessions
Insights from our keynote speakers.
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Panel Discussion
Addressing challenges in HRM.
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1:00 PM Onward
Lunch & Networking
Connect with peers across industries over a meal.
HR Conclave 2026
Challenges of HR in the Contemporary Workforce
Date
14th March 2026
Saturday
Location
Darshan University
Rajkot-Morbi Highway, Rajkot
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