Conference Forums
Start your conference experience inspired and energized by some of today’s best and brightest HR thought leaders. These forums will be an exciting, vital part of conference this year and your attendance at one of the forums will take your HR knowledge right to the cutting edge. Please note that seating is limited at the forums, so register early.

Total Rewards Theatre Presentations
Expand your conference educational experience and stop by WorldatWork Booth #520 during Exhibit Hall hours to hear 10-minute, mini-workshops by experts in the field covering leading-edge topics. View the presentation line-up.

Work-Life Forum
Sponsored by Ceridian
Tuesday, May 20
10:00AM – 4:00PM

The Work-Life Forum will feature an in-depth discussion of work-life issues amongst work-life practitioners and total rewards counterparts. The open discussion will feature WorldatWork knowledge leaders sharing key insights, as well as providing an open discussion format. Come prepared to share your expertise and listen to other’s experiences.

During the plated lunch, recipients of the Work-Life Innovative Excellence Award will be announced and recognized for their achievements.

Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia
Tuesday, May 20
2:15 PM–4:15 PM

Because Philadelphia is best seen by foot, The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia is the best way to explore America’s Birthplace, taking you behind the scenes to the places where other tours cannot venture. Get up close with a High-Definition Historical Experience™ and see more than 20 historic sites on a 1.25-mile outdoor walking journey, including:

• Independence Hall
• The Liberty Bell Center
• Betsy Ross House
• National Constitution Center
• Declaration House
• Carpenters’ Hall
• Franklin Court
• Christ Church Burial Ground
• The First Bank of the United States
• Congress Hall
• Old City Hall
• Christ Church
• Second Bank of the United States

Tour will conclude back at the convention center for the opening reception in the Exhibit Hall. Cost is $10 (USD) for attendees, $17.50 (USD) for guests.

* This event is sold out. Tours for other times/dates
can be arranged directly with the tour company.

Work-Life Reception
Sponsored by Bright Horizons Family Solutions
Tuesday, May 20
7:00PM – 9:00PM

This event will bring together work-life attendees to network and share practices. Additionally, the recipients of the Work-Life Rising Star Award(s) will be recognized for their achievements.

Sales Compensation Forum
Sponsored by The Alexander Group, Colletti-Fiss, LLC, Towers Perrin and Watson Wyatt Worldwide
Tuesday, May 20
1:00PM – 4:30PM

This leading-edge forum will feature five different roundtable discussions hosted by experts in the field presenting on current trends and hot topics within sales compensation. You won’t want to miss the great discussions. Confirmed speakers include John Bremen, Watson Wyatt; Dave Cichelli, Alexander Group; Jerry Colletti, Colletti-Fiss; Mark Flavin, Towers Perrin; and Steve Grossman, Mercer.

The Future of Attraction, Motivation and Retention Forum
Tuesday, May 20
1:00PM – 4:30PM

Expand your knowledge and strategies at this dynamic forum. Find out what the future of attraction, motivation and retention looks like. WorldatWork will share an overview of its 2007 Literature Review. Next, knowledge experts will lead the group through a discussion and Q&A in each of the following eight focus areas: organizational needs; globalization; technology; labor force; human capital strategy; work design; outsourcing; training.

International Reception
Sponsored by Hay Group
Tuesday, May 20
7:00PM – 8:30PM

Dine and network with fellow international colleagues in an informal, intimate setting. This event is for attendees who work or reside outside North America. Admission by ticket only.

Welcome Reception
Beer & Wine Around the World
Tuesday, May 20
4:30PM – 7:00PM in the Exhibit Hall

Explore the Exhibit Hall and join your fellow HR professionals for a special welcome reception featuring complimentary beer and wine from around the world. Discover new products and services; mingle with friends; enjoy the delicious food and beverages; register for special prizes; and more.

Opening General Session
Sponsored by SuccessFactors
Wednesday, May 21
8:00AM–9:30AM

Jonas Ridderstråle, PhD
Dr. Jonas Ridderstråle is at the forefront of the new generation of European-based business gurus. Ridderstråle’s uncompromising, imaginative and decidedly fresh take on contemporary business life makes him one of the world’s most sought after and appreciated speakers. Dr. Ridderstråle holds a Master’s Degree and a Doctorate in international business and has been recognized as Sweden’s outstanding young academic of the year. His latest book Karaoke Capitalism: Management for Mankind is a globally celebrated manifesto for how to make it in the new world of commerce. Ridderstråle’s previous book, Funky Business: Talent Makes Capital Dance quickly became an international bestseller.

Total Rewards Theatre Presentations
Expand your conference educational experience and stop by WorldatWork Booth #520 during Exhibit Hall hours to hear 10-minute, mini-workshops by experts in the field covering leading-edge topics. View the presentation line-up.

Wednesday Exhibit Hall Reception
Wednesday, May 21
4:00PM – 6:30PM in the Exhibit Hall

Network with fellow practitioners prior to heading off to the Social Event. Light appetizers and beverages will be served.

Wednesday Social Event
New Meets Old At The National Constitution Center*
Sponsored by Hay Group
Wednesday, May 21
6:30PM – 9:00PM

Transportation will be provided from the Exhibit Hall Reception to the Social Event’s venue: the National Constitution Center on historic Independence Mall. Network with other attendees while enjoying dinner, drinks and entertainment in this modern building where new meets old. You can explore the multimedia exhibits that focus on the nation’s history; be transported to 1787 where you can relive the moment when the delegates signed the Constitution, or simply enjoy dinner and drinks with other attendees. Admission by ticket only.

*Cost: $25 (USD) per attendee. Additional guest tickets may be purchased for $125 (USD) (includes Wednesday Social Event, Tuesday and Wednesday receptions in the Exhibit Hall).

Ask-the-Experts Roundtables
Come and sit in on the roundtable discussions that happen in the Exhibit Hall and gain valuable insights and perspectives from the profession's experts. It's your opportunity to get answers to your most pressing challenges.

Total Rewards Theatre Presentations
Expand your conference educational experience and stop by WorldatWork Booth #520 during Exhibit Hall hours to hear 10-minute, mini-workshops by experts in the field covering leading-edge topics. View the presentation line-up.

Connections Breakfast
Sponsored by Ceridian
Thursday, May 22
7:00AM -8:30AM

Join us for this unique opportunity to connect, learn and share with peers and industry leaders. While enjoying breakfast, you’ll have the opportunity to gather invaluable information on current trends in total rewards. Tables will be arranged by topic and industry so you’re sure to get the answers you’re looking for.

Federal Work-Life Session: It’s Not Your Father’s Government Anymore!
Thursday, May 22
7:30AM – 8:30AM

As a bonus offering in conjunction with the Connections Breakfast, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management’s Work/Life Group presents this special session. Come to enjoy breakfast and learn about federal work-life programs and services. Though the focus is on the public sector, this is an excellent opportunity for professionals from the private sector to look at the development and implementation of successful work-life initiatives. To learn more about this insightful session, e-mail: worklife@opm.gov

Certification Recognition Reception
WorldatWork Society of Certified Professionals
Exclusively for CCP, CBP, GRP and WLCP Designees
Sponsored by ADP
Thursday, May 22
5:00PM – 6:30PM

This exclusive complimentary event gathers together the elite society of CCP, CBP, GRP and WLCP certified professionals to honor newly designated attendees. Admission by ticket only.

Ask-the-Experts Roundtables
Come and sit in on the roundtable discussions that happen in the Exhibit Hall and gain valuable insights and perspectives from the profession's experts. It's your opportunity to get answers to your most pressing challenges.

World Focus Session
Sponsored by WorldWide Compensation
Friday, May 23
8:30AM – 11:30AM

Take an up-to-date look at global issues in real life, where balancing global consistency and leveraging local customization is crucial – and complex. In this exciting session, a panel of global professionals will tell their stories and engage in authentic dialogue with session participants in a moderated discussion about compensation and rewards in various countries.  Moderated by Ferrmin A Diez, CCP, Director AsiaPacific, Freescale Semiconductor. Panelists include Elizabeth Bastoni, Global Head Compensation & Benefits, The Coca-Cola Co; Mark Hudson, Reward Director – IST, BP Oil International Ltd; Yukio Sadamori, Manager International HR Department, Mitsui & Co Ltd.

Please register for this event on your registration form or in My Workshops online.

Send Off to Seattle
Friday, May 23
11:30AM

As the 2008 Total Rewards Conference comes to an end, gather with all attendees for one last goodbye, as the 2009 destination city, Seattle, will be featured in the Marketplace with sights, sounds and snacks from the Emerald city.