SoCal CUPA-HR Fall Conference
Event Overview
Theme: Bend Without Breaking – Endurance, Adaptability, and Impact
The CUPA-HR Southern California Chapter is absolutely thrilled to announce our Fall 2025 in-person conference! Join us for an empowering and insightful day dedicated to the critical HR themes shaping the future of higher education.
In today's dynamic landscape, Higher Ed HR professionals are continually challenged to navigate change, foster resilience, and drive meaningful outcomes. This year, we invite you to explore the vital concept of "Bend Without Breaking – Endurance, Adaptability, and Impact." Our conference will equip you with the strategies and insights needed to not just weather the storms, but to thrive and lead with enduring impact within your institutions.
Date and Venue
When: October 17th, 2025
Time: 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Where: Biola University, Andrews Banquet Room.
What to Expect
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Inspiring Keynote Presentation: We are beyond excited to welcome our esteemed Keynote Speaker: Paul Falcone! A nationally recognized HR and leadership expert, Paul brings a wealth of experience from his executive HR roles at iconic organizations such as Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures, NBCUniversal, Time Warner, and City of Hope Cancer Center Hospital. As a bestselling author with HarperCollins Leadership, SHRM, and AMA, and a long-time HR Magazine contributor, Paul is renowned for his dynamic presentations and practical wisdom. He will share invaluable strategies for cultivating resilience, fostering adaptability, and maximizing HR's impact. Prepare to be inspired and gain actionable takeaways!
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Engaging Plenary Sessions: Beyond the keynote, your day will be packed with additional insights. We are currently finalizing our lineup of additional plenary speakers who will delve deeper into specific facets of our theme, offering diverse perspectives and cutting-edge practices. Stay tuned for exciting announcements!
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Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow HR leaders and professionals from across Southern California. Share best practices, discuss challenges, and build valuable professional relationships during dedicated networking breaks and a delicious catered lunch.
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Chapter Updates & Prize Drawings: Learn about the latest initiatives from your CUPA-HR SoCal Chapter and get a chance to win exciting prizes!
Speaker Bios
Keynote Speaker: Paul Falcone
Bio: Paul Falcone is a renowned expert on effective hiring, performance management, and leadership development, specializing in helping companies build higher performing leadership teams. He spent the last three decades in human resources executive roles at organizations including Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures, NBCUniversal, Time Warner, and City of Hope Cancer Center Hospital.
He is also a bestselling HarperCollins Leadership, SHRM, and American Management Association author and long-term contributor to HR Magazine
Plenary speaker: Bailey Graves
Bio: Bailey Graves is a member of CUPA-HR's government relations team located in Washington, DC. She has worked with CUPA-HR on federal policy issues for over five years and provides routine updates for members on relevant policy changes via conference presentations, webinars, and written communications.
Plenary speaker: Stefan Jungmichel
Bio: Stefan Jungmichel, MBA, is an AI researcher and consultant who co-founded the AI Lab at Biola University. He works with students and organizations to understand and implement generative AI thoughtfully and effectively. At Biola, he focuses on AI research and education, while his consulting practice helps teams across various industries adopt AI solutions responsibly and effectively.
