Total Rewards Institute
Join leaders shaping the future of work through smarter total rewards strategies.
The Total Rewards Institute equips HR leaders with the insights, frameworks, and peer connections needed to design competitive, equitable, and future-ready total rewards programs.
Whether you are navigating complex compensation structures, modernizing benefits programs, or leading enterprise-wide HR transformation, the Total Rewards Institute provides the expertise and connections to help you lead with confidence.
Participants will learn through a curated agenda covering:
- Total rewards precision and compliance
- Pay equity and transparency
- Best practices for adding value while reducing costs
- Refining processes and strategy for your benefits portfolio
- Compensation data sources and trends
- Communication around pay and benefits
Speakers
Pete Tiliakos
Pete Tiliakos
Pete Tiliakos is a globally recognized HR technology analyst and strategic advisor specializing in global payroll, Employer of Record (EOR), fintech, and human capital management. With over 30 years of industry experience, he co-hosts the HR & Payroll 2.0 podcast and hosts The Source by DailyPay.
Sean Luitjens
Sean Luitjens
Sean Luitjens is the Vice President of Product Strategy at Salary.com. Previously, he held leadership positions at Visier, Korn Ferry, AIRINC, and a Principal at Mercer, where he managed the global benefits benchmarking business. His background also includes Monster as the Director of Product Strategy, and a Product Development for the interactive businesses of Fidelity Capital.
Kathryn Gombos
Kathryn Gombos
Kathryn Gombos is the founder of Gombos Group, where she helps organizations design compensation programs that align closely with business strategy and drive performance. Known for her strategic mindset and collaborative approach, Kathryn partners with executive leaders to deliver tailored total rewards solutions that support market competitiveness, talent development, and long-term business goals.
Nicole Long
Nicole Long
Nicole Long is an accomplished Human Resources and Total Rewards leader with more than 30 years of experience across the private, non-profit, and public sectors. She has successfully led HR and rewards strategies for organizations ranging from 100 to 100,000 associates. Nicole holds a Master of Science in Management with a concentration in Human Resources and Organizational Behavior, along with SHRM SCP and WorldatWork CCP and CSRP certifications.
Total Rewards Institute
Includes 7 HRCI CEU/SHRM PDC
Connect with a trusted network of HR and total rewards professionals facing the same strategic challenges and opportunities. Exchange ideas, benchmark practices, and build valuable professional relationships with peers across industries.
Pricing
| Early Pricing By June 26, 2026 |
Advance Pricing June 27–July 24, 2026 |
Standard Pricing After July 24 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| SHRM-Atlanta Member | $189 | $239 | $299 |
| Non-Member | $265 | $315 | $375 |
| Event+ (Includes one year of membership) |
$339 | $389 | $449 |
Cancellation
Through July 24, a $50Â administrative fee will be charged for any cancellations.
After July 24: No refunds or funds held on account will be permitted.
In lieu of cancellation, registrants are welcome to hold registration funds on account or transfer them to another individual. To transfer your registration, please email to info@shrmatlanta.org and note the non-member rate may apply.
Registrations received after July 24 are completely nonrefundable. Cancellations and no shows forfeit the entire registration fee.
