Frequently Asked Questions
All the need-to-know info about SOAHR
SOAHR is Atlanta’s premier two-day HR conference featuring 50+ speakers, industry resource partners, and networking opportunities.
Anyone who manages people or considers themselves part of the HR community. The conference brings together students, professionals, and executives to exchange ideas, hear from experts, and learn more about the products and services that will enable them to accomplish their goals. HR-adjacent professionals will also find tools and resources that are applicable to their daily work.
SOAHR 2026 will be held in-person at The Gas South District Convention Center on April 22-23, 2026.
Attendees are able to select two-day or one-day ticket option. Two-day attendees will have access to additional on-demand sessions after the completion of the event.
Registration provides full access to all educational sessions and Main Stage sessions, the Resource Partner Showcase, and meals and breaks scheduled for the days registered.
SHRM-Atlanta members get a discounted rate for SOAHR.
Please note that SHRM-Atlanta and SHRM are not the same organization. Membership in SHRM-Atlanta and SHRM are separate and independent of one another.
You can, however, access the SHRM-Atlanta member rate by registering for the Event+ option. Event+ registration includes one-year of SHRM-Atlanta membership and is a great option for first time members, lapsed members or current members (we will add one year to your current membership).
Becoming a member of both SHRM-Atlanta and SHRM is a worthy investment, and we fully encourage you to join both.
No, the content will only be available in person.
Two-day attendees will have access to additional on-demand session content, which is different than the sessions presented live at the event.
Up to 20. Those attending both days of SOAHR will be able to earn up to 11 SHRM PDCs during the event and receive access to nine on-demand sessions that provide recertification credit. Main stage and concurrent sessions will also qualify for HRCI or HRCI Business CEUs.
Yes. We are looking forward to gathering with you; however, we understand that unexpected situation arise which requires us to be flexible. SHRM-Atlanta’s cancellation policy allows for a refund of a portion of your registration fees based on when you cancel. To view the full fee schedule visit the registration page.
A confirmation email is sent via email at the time of registration. Should you need additional assistance, please email info@shrmatlanta.org for a receipt, invoice, or additional registration questions.
Event+ registration fee includes one-year of SHRM-Atlanta membership. This is a great option for first–time members. Has your SHRM-Atlanta membership lapsed? No problem! Pick this rate and your membership will be renewed. Already a member? We will add one year to your current membership.
Group discounts and one-day tickets will be available in mid-December.
Individuals wanting to participate in one session must register for a one-day pass for that day. SHRM-Atlanta does not allow unregistered attendees to attend sessions or other conference events.
Please email such partnership inquiries to Rogers Beasley at rbeasley@shrmatlanta.org.
Possibly. Please email soahr@shrmatlanta.org to inquire.
We welcome your interest!
Our upcoming events calendar can be found at https://www.shrmatlanta.org/events/event_list.asp.
Additionally, please visit https://www.shrmatlanta.org/volunteer to learn about the volunteer opportunities available.
Don’t see something that matches what you had in mind? Email info@shrmatlanta.org to learn what else might be a good fit!
SHRM-Atlanta and SHRM are two separate but connected organizations—each with their own membership and unique benefits. Out of more than 575 affiliated SHRM chapters within the United States, SHRM-Atlanta is one of the largest, with over 2,000 Greater Atlanta members! SHRM is the world’s largest HR professional society, representing 325,000 members in more than 125 countries.
Becoming a member of both organizations is an investment in you and your profession: you’ll receive the most relevant local and national information available for professionals in human resources. SHRM-Atlanta and SHRM fully encourage you to join both and enjoy the unique benefits of each, because we know we’re better together.