SHRM Linkage Institute (The Institute) is a three-day immersive learning experience that empowers leaders from across all stages of their careers with the skills, strategies, and insights to accelerate their growth and impact. More than just a conference, The Institute is a transformational leadership development experience designed to unlock potential, drive results, and propel professionals forward in their careers.
The Institute offers the best of both worlds: inspiring, world-class speakers and an experience tailored to your personal development journey.
Gain valuable insights into your strengths and growth opportunities through a guided self-assessment experience.
Prepare for The Institute with expert-led sessions designed to help you maximize your experience.
Engage with world-class speakers and apply their insights with structured learning guides.
Connect with peers in intimate learning groups for meaningful discussions and real-world application.
Choose from two dynamic breakout sessions tailored to your leadership journey.
Build lasting connections with like-minded leaders and industry experts.
Extend your learning with 90-day content access and the Extended Learning Leader for Life Guide to keep the momentum going.
The Institute offers two flexible formats: in-person in Nashville, TN, or 100% virtual. Wherever you are, transform your leadership potential with an experience tailored to your growth.
No matter how you attend, you'll gain actionable strategies to advance in the workplace through engaging keynotes, data-driven development, networking opportunities, and more. Customize your experience with options designed to fit your needs and goals:
If you have questions or need help deciding which experience is best for you and your team, please contact us at linkage-customerservice@shrm.org.
Yes. Our proprietary assessments ensure leadership development is targeted and impactful. You will be measured on your proficiency in key competencies designed for your specific learning journey. By translating assessment data into customized development solutions, we provide valuable insights into your strengths and growth opportunitiesâguiding a personalized and effective learning experience.
Yes. We'll match you with other individuals based on your assessment results and other factors to form a learning team. Together you will have small-group learning experiences with a coach as well as experiencing the keynotes, breakouts, and networking opportunities. By the time you leave, you'll have built strong relationships and have professional contacts that you'll stay in touch with long after The Institute ends.
Unlike a conference, the content of The Institute is designed to build throughout the experience. To get the most out of the all-access pass and cover the entire curriculum, it is on a set schedule during the week of the live event. Your cohort's participation in small-group learning and in-the-moment sessions is critically important.
To maximize the impact of The Institute for your organization, we highly recommend participating live either in-person or virtually. However, every participant will be given extended access to the recorded content, which includes keynotes, some breakout sessions, and other special sessions, for 90 days after the start of the event.
The Institute is hosted and broadcast live in Central Time. Please see the full agenda for timing.
Yes. Both in-person and virtual attendees will have access to recorded Institute Keynotes for 90 days from the start of The Institute.
For accessibility and accommodation requests, complete this form. Please be as specific as possible. To fulfill your requests, please submit by November 7, 2026.
Contact your hotel directly if you need additional accessibility and accommodations for housing.
Please contact SHRM Customer Experience at support.shrm.org or shrm@shrm.org if you have additional questions about accessibility and accommodations.
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