What is the event focus?

The summit focuses on workforce transformation, talent strategy, digital HR innovation, and leadership development within Saudi Arabia’s evolving business landscape.

Where and when is the event taking place?

The event will be held from 21–24 June 2026 at The Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Why you should not miss it?

As organizations accelerate transformation under Vision 2030, the summit delivers actionable insights into talent strategy, leadership development, digital HR adoption, and workforce nationalization initiatives.

Is there a dress code for the event?

Business or business professional attire is recommended due to the executive-level nature of the summit.

Which HR themes will be addressed during the conference?

Topics include talent acquisition, workforce planning, Saudization, employee engagement, leadership development, and HR digital transformation.

HR Summit & Expo (HRSE) 2026

Name: HR Summit & Expo (HRSE) 2026
Start: 2026-06-21T18:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-06-24T20:00:00+00:00
Location: The Arena Riyadh Venue for Exhibitions | مركز ذي أرينا الرياض للمعارض والفعاليات

About this event

HR Summit & Expo (HRSE) 2026 returns to Riyadh as one of Saudi Arabia’s leading human resources and workplace transformation events. Bringing together HR executives, talent leaders, organizational strategists, and business decision-makers, the summit addresses critical themes including workforce planning, leadership development, digital HR transformation, and employee engagement. Hosted at The Arena in Riyadh, HRSE provides a strategic platform for HR professionals navigating rapid organizational change in line with Saudi Vision 2030 workforce ambitions.

Key Highlights

Executive-level discussions on workforce transformation, talent acquisition, and leadership development.
Dedicated focus on digital HR technologies, AI in recruitment, and HR analytics.
Participation from CHROs, HR directors, and C-suite leaders across major Saudi and regional organizations.
Exhibition zone featuring HR technology providers and workforce solution partners.

Who Should Attend?

Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs) and HR Directors.
Talent acquisition and workforce planning leaders.
Learning and development managers.
Organizational development and employee engagement specialists.
HR technology providers and digital transformation leaders.
Business executives responsible for people strategy and organizational performance.

Main Event Features

Leadership Conference Sessions – Strategic panels addressing talent strategy, Saudization, workforce analytics, and future of work trends.
HR Technology Expo – Showcase of recruitment platforms, HR software, AI-driven talent tools, and employee engagement solutions.
Networking & Knowledge Exchange – Curated networking sessions connecting HR leaders, solution providers, and policymakers.

HR Summit & Expo (HRSE) 2026 was a Business & Management event that took place 21-24 Jun 2026 at The Arena Riyadh Venue for Exhibitions | مركز ذي أرينا الرياض للمعارض والفعاليات, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Event recap

HR Summit & Expo (HRSE) 2026 took place from June 21 to 24, 2026, at The Arena Riyadh Venue for Exhibitions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Organized by Informa Connect, the business and management event brought together HR executives, talent leaders, organizational strategists, business decision-makers, CHROs, HR directors, C-suite leaders, HR technology providers, workforce solution partners, and policymakers. The summit covered workforce transformation, talent strategy, workforce planning, leadership development, digital HR transformation, employee engagement, and the future of work in Saudi Arabia. Sessions addressed Saudization, workforce analytics, AI in recruitment, HR analytics, and future workplace trends. The event also featured an HR technology expo showcasing recruitment platforms, HR software, AI-driven talent tools, and employee engagement solutions.