Unlock the future of Public Sector HR at Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo™

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Build a future-ready public sector workforce

The world of work is changing faster than ever. For CHROs and HR leaders in the public sector, the pressure to deliver more with less, navigate complex compliance, and meet rising community expectations has never been greater. 

Gartner HR Symposium/Xpo™ is your chance to gain the insights, tools, and connections you need to future-proof your workforce, drive meaningful change, and deliver better outcomes for your organisation and the communities you serve.

Connect with public sector HR peers

  • Challenges we'll address
  • Questions we'll answer
  • Meet a Gartner Expert
  • Explore sessions
  • Industry networking
  • What's included
The top challenges we’ll help you overcome:
  • Attract and retain top talent: Discover proven strategies to compete for top talent—even with tight budgets.
  • Adopt the latest HR tech: Get up to speed with innovations designed for the public sector.
  • Lead change effectively: Gain frameworks and case studies to guide your organisation through transformation.
  • Boost engagement and wellbeing: Access practical approaches to improve morale, wellbeing, and retention.
  • Leverage AI: Explore how AI can automate tasks, improve decisions, and drive HR efficiency.
  • Maximise value on a budget: Find ways to achieve more with less and prioritise impactful HR investments.
  • Strengthen leadership: Equip your leaders and managers with tools to inspire teams and drive performance.

 
Key questions we’ll help you answer:
  • What future workforce trends should HR leaders prioritise now to ensure long-term organisational success?
  • How can we evolve our talent strategies to meet the changing needs and expectations of tomorrow’s workforce?
  • In what ways can we transform our approach to leading change so that our teams adapt quickly and effectively?
  • How do we redefine and communicate our employee value proposition to attract and retain top talent in a shifting labour market?
  • What practical methods can we use to enhance productivity and unlock the full potential of our workforce?
  • How can we harness AI and the latest HR technologies to drive efficiency, improve decision-making, and deliver better outcomes for our people?
Meet with a Gartner Expert

Take advantage of the opportunity to meet with a Gartner HR expert who understands your unique challenges. Every conference ticket includes a one-on-one meeting with a Gartner expert, giving you the chance to explore any HR topic relevant to your organization.
Suggested Sessions

Hear directly from Gartner HR experts and connect with peers in public sector through specially recommended sessions, including:

  • Signature Series: Top Trends & Priorities Shaping 2026 - CHRO Leadership Vision

  • Top Trends That Will Impact Talent Strategy in 2026

  • Research Discussion: Reinventing Change Leadership

  • The Great Compromise: Navigate EVP Challenges in a Dynamic Labor Market

  • Productivity Profiles: A Targeted Approach to Getting More Out of Your Workforce

View the full agenda
Industry networking

Join industry interactive sessions

Interactive sessions allow you to engage with a small group of your industry peers - on specific topics and issues*

Networking activities

From breakfasts and lunches to breaks and evening receptions, Gartner provides plenty of opportunities to organically meet peers and make connections. 

Find your industry peers

Download the Conference Navigator mobile app and opt-in to Attendee Networking. Search for peers by role, org size, industry sector and region. 

*Pre-registration is required. These sessions are available to end users only; space is limited.
Highlights
  • One-on-one meeting with a Gartner HR expert
    Get personalized guidance on your organization’s most pressing HR initiatives and challenges, with advice tailored to your specific needs.

  • Interactive sessions
    Connect with peers from top organizations to discuss timely HR topics, inspired by the latest Gartner research and facilitated by an expert.

  • Peer networking events
    Peer networking events designed to provide natural conversations away from a screen

  • Access to the HR Xpo
    Explore innovative HR technologies and connect with leading solution providers driving transformation in the HR function.

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      • Manage change and build a culture ready for new processes and technologies.
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      “A great opportunity to take time out of the work week and invest in learning from industry professionals. A diverse conference agenda that kept me fully engaged and already looking forward to next year.”

      Jodie Mather
      Director, People Support, Australian Government Department of Human Services