#HRTechConf Unofficial Party Guide - Workology

#HRTechConf Unofficial Party Guide - Workology HR Tech CONFERENCE 2012 PARTY GUIDE HUMAN RESOURCE TECHNOLOGY ANNUAL CONFERENCE For human resource managers, an HR conference is a must. The 2012 HR Technology Conference    is right around the corner. This year the national conference is being held from October 8-10th in Chicago  and if you haven’t registered yet, get over to  and get on it!  Use the TINCUP12 discount code and save $500 on conference registration.  Party information is listed below, but if you’d like to stay current with party reminders and new events as they surface,  text HRTech12 to 55678. Of course it’s not only the training for HR professionals that makes national HR commences such an important part of continuing education in HR management.  As with anything, it’s the people you met and the networking that goes on form being able to relate to people in a conference setting. A very important part of that are the conference parties. HOW TO NAVIGATE THE HUMAN RESOURCE CONFERENCE AND PARTIES My secret to conferences including this year’s Human Resources Technology Conference in Chicago is simple.  I try to make it into my room just before 2:00 AM.  I’m not the first to go home from a night out among my friends, and I’m not the last.  I sleep five hours and am up by 7:00 AM and back into the conference folds by 8:30 AM.  I eat, attend sessions, demo products, visit the vendor hall, and meet with HR folks.  Heres a complete guide of the vendor hall exhibitors for the HR Technology Conference.  I love doing this! Around 4:00 PM I am dragging so I wait for my second wind except that it doesn’t happen.  I head back to my hotel to grab a couple hours of sleep.  I’m recharged, refreshed, and just in time for dinner and the night life all over again. Because of the sheer size of HR Tech 2012 Annual Conference (it’s 4,000+ attendees strong), there is a lot going on especially after hours.  Let me tell you those HRTech parties do not disappoint. HR Tech CONFERENCE 2012 PARTY GUIDE If you have a party, that is not included in this list, leave a comment, and I’ll add it.  Make sure to include a link or phone number so HR folks know how to register and a location of where to go.  You can also contact me via email. HR Tech Pre-Conference; Sunday, October 7th HR Tech Opening Reception Party.  Hosted by the HR Technology Conference.  5:00 PM-6:30 PM.  McCormick Place Conference Center 2301 Lake Shore Drive Chicago.  Free open to HRTech attendees. No registration required. The Gifted Talented Program.  Hosted by Talent Net Live. 7:30 PM-?.  Sub51 inside of Hub 51 at 51 W. Hubbard St. Chicago. Cost is $75.  Register. **Only waitlist available. Operation: HR Tech Party.  Hosted by Hireology, Illinois Technology Association, HRTech Blog, DriveThruHR, Dice. 6:30 PM-9:30 PM.  The Underground at 56 W. Illinois St. Chicago. Cost is free and open to those who are registered for the conference.  Register. HR Tech Conf Day 1; Monday, October 8th No Boundaries Better Together Party.  Hosted by SAP Success Factors.  6:30 PM-10:30 PM.  House of Blues 329 North Dearborn Street    Chicago. Free open to HRTech attendees. No registration required. The Record Breaker Bash.  Hosted by Starr Conspiracy and sponsored by Atango Wowzer.  7:00 PM-10:00 PM.  Reggies 2109 S. Slate Street Chicago. Cost is free. Register. Dinner Drinks.  Hosted by SafeGuard.  6:30 PM-9:30 PM.  Buddy Guy Legends 700 South Wabash Avenue Chicago.  Cost is free.  Details here.  Register by Sept. 28th via email to christinedraeger@safeguardworld.com. HR Spark.  Hosted by Spark Hire.  7:0o PM-11:00 PM.  Joes Bar at 940 W. Weed Street Chicago.  Cost is free.  Register. HireVue Party.  Hosted by HireVue. 6:00 PM-??.  The Roof at Wit Hotel at 201 North State Chicago. Cost is free.  RSVP to Amy Kreider at akreider@hirevue.com. (Im certain this party is off the hook.  Didnt they just get a bazillion dollars in VC funding?) Candidate Experience Awards Reception.  Hosted by the Talent Board.  6:00 PM-8:00 PM.  Bistro151 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago 151 East Wacker Street Chicago. Cost is free.  Register. Cornerstone OnDemand Cocktail Party.  Hosted by Cornerstone OnDemand.  6:00 PM-10:00 PM.  Soldier Field 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago. No need to RSVP.  Open to all registered conference attendees. HR Tech Conf Day 2; Tuesday, October 9th  CloudMills Lunch.  Hosted by CloudMills.  12:15 PM-1:45 PM.  McCormick Place Conference Center 2301 Lake Shore Drive Chicago. Room 2474B at the .  Cost is free. RSVP via email to dianna@cloudmills.com. NorthgateArinso Dinner Party with Chef Rick Bayless.  Hosted by Mike Ettling.  6:30 PM-?.  Topolobampo 445 North Clark Street Chicago (10 min cab ride from McCormick Place).  Cost is free but space is limited.  RSVP to Cristina at cristina.treto@ngahr.com or (404) 889-4622. After Party.  Hosted by Rivis.  6:00 PM-7:00 PM.  Triad Sushi 1933 South Indiana Avenue Chicago. Details here. Cost is free.  Request invite via email  mc@rivs.com. Register here.   Plan to have fun, meet great Human Resource managers and professionals and don’t forget to grab a handful of business cards and, of course, your dancing shoes. HR Technology Conference parties are not to be missed which is why I’m here to help,  Text HRTECH12 to 55678  and I’ll send you new party information as they surface and remind you of the upcoming events, parties, and keynotes 30 minutes before they happen. Check out our HR Technology Trends Timeline as well as our Must Sees in Chicago during the HR Tech Conference, and our Top 10 Sessions. #HRTechConf Unofficial Party Guide - Workology 2014 HR TECH LIST OF PARTIES, COCKTAIL, MIXERS EVENTS A special thank you to our party guide sponsor, TalentWise. Visit them at HR Tech Booth #1335. Receive event reminders more VIP access by signing up for our HR Tech mobile event alerts by texting ‘HRTech’  to 55678. Download our free guide to everything Las Vegas and HR Technology  Conference.   Two of my favorite things â€" Las Vegas and the HR Technology Conference We’re just a few short days away from the HR Technology conference in Las Vegas October 7-10th, 2014 at the beautiful Mandalay Bay Convention Center. I’m searching, sorting and combing the web looking for details, mixers and information related to Las Vegas and human resources technology. My spies are also equally sharing with me parties, events and secret events and dinners happening as part of HR Tech. I love this event and the time of year. The HR Technology conference is one of my favorite events. It’s a great mix of Vegas, conference and technology which is why I put together the VIP Party list highlighting the best parties during the #HRTechConf. VIP’s will receive a series of emails leading up to the conference with events, parties and special discounts. You can be a #HRTechVIP by filling out this form. I’m working directly with a Vegas promoter to bring you special access unique to Blogging4Jobs. But first, some tips to get you help you make the most of Vegas and HR Tech. Time is Warped in Vegas.  Time is funny in Vegas. Plan for extra time to wait in cabs, walking and just randomness that happens along the way. To be reminded of parties, events and happenings 30 minutes before they happen, sign up for our HR Tech mobile event alerts by texting ‘HRTech’  to 55678. Tell Your Cabbie No Tunnel.  This saves you a few bucks. Have them just drive you to the strip directly from the airport. Be prepared to wait in line for cabs everywhere. Wear Comfortable Shoes.  While everyone looks sexy in Vegas, don’t kill yourself with stilettos and high heels. Opt for comfortable flats stowed in your purse for those times when your feet have had enough. 2014 HR TECH LIST OF PARTIES, COCKTAIL, MIXERS EVENTS Have a party at HR Tech, you wanted added to this list? Leave a comment below or  Contact us here. Monday, October 6th, 2014 InfluenceHR Marketing Awards Celebration.  Hosted by InfluenceHR HR Executive. Mandalay Bay Convention Center. 6:00-7:30 PM.    Open to conference attendees. More info. Tuesday, October 7th, 2014 Opening Night Reception.  Hosted by HR Technology Conference sponsored by IBM. Mandalay Bay Convention Center Expo Hall. 5:00-7:00 PM. Open to conference attendees. More info. Wine Tasting and Onboarding Party. Hosted by cFactor VibeHCM. Aureole in Mandalay Bay. 7:00 PM-?. Register here. Wednesday, October 8, 2014 The Inside View with Averbook Kutik.  Hosted by RiseSmart. Conversation and QA with  Jason Averbrook Bill Kutik to  start at  6:00 PM  sharp.  5:30-7:30 PM. 1923 Bourbon Burlesque in Mandalay Bay.  Invite only.  Email  kpatel@risesmart.com. Party Like Its Your Job Party. Hosted by Cornerstone OnDemand, HireVue, Appirio and Aon Hewitt. House of Blues in Mandalay Bay. 6:00 PM-1:30 AM. Includes special appearance by Third Eye Blind.  Register here. Bayou Bash. Hosted by Rep Cap and Great Places to Work. Double Barrel Roadhouse in the Monte Carlo. 8:00 PM-11:00 PM. Register here. (Currently only waitlist available) The HR Tech Party of the Year. Hosted by JobVite. miX Lounge in Mandalay Bay. 9:00 PM-12:00 PM. Register here. Netsuite Party.  Hosted by Netsuite. Mix at Delano. Time and registration not yet confirmed. SPECIAL ACCESS Mobile Vegas Deal Site.  Looking for discounts to shows and other cool happenings in Vegas. Download this mobile only app that offers great mobile incentives and discounts.  Click here. Vegas Thirty Podcast.  My friend, Scott Stratten just launched a podcast all about people over 30 visiting vegas. Great tips and homework for HR Tech.  iTunes download. Half Price Tickets.  Half price tickets for shows using this cool site for shows that day.  Click here  to save some cash. Receive event reminders more VIP access by signing up for our HR Tech mobile event alerts by texting ‘HRTech’  to 55678. Look for more #HRTechConf resources by downloading our free guide to Las Vegas HR Tech Conference.