HR Like a Boss Virtual Networking Event

Networking doesn’t have to feel awkward or transactional. When you do it like a boss, it becomes energizing, empowering, and transformative. This event brings HR leaders together for purposeful conversations, fresh perspectives, and real community. In this fast-paced session, you’ll connect with peers who “get it,” exchange ideas that elevate your work, and experience what it truly means to network with confidence and authenticity. Walk away inspired, supported, and ready to lead and network—like a boss.

Key Outcomes

Build meaningful connections with HR peers through intentional conversations to boost confidence, spark ideas, and grow your network.

Exchange best practices, leadership perspectives, and practical strategies you can bring back to your workplace immediately.

Walk away with encouragement, fresh perspectives, and new relationships.

Experience the power of a supportive, people-first network where HR pros can share openly, learn from one another, and feel truly understood.

Meet Our Speaker!

John Bernatovicz

Founder and President | Willory

John Bernatovicz is the founder of Willory, a national HR and payroll consulting firm, and the author of HR Like a Boss, a book published by SHRM. With over 25 years of experience advising organizations on strategic HR practices, John has worked with healthcare systems, independent pharmacies, and enterprise businesses alike. He is a dynamic speaker who blends real-world experience, humor, and heart to help professionals reimagine the value of HR and leadership. His unique perspective—viewing HR through the eyes of a CEO—has inspired thousands of HR and business leaders to take ownership of culture and performance.