Innovation Summit
The Talent Catalyst: Innovative Strategies for Culture & Retention
Innovation Summit 2026: The Talent Catalyst
The future of workforce leadership is changing, and organizations that thrive will be those that invest in their people, strengthen their workplace culture, and embrace innovation.
Join over 280 business and entrepreneurial leaders for the opportunity to network, gain insights, and access tools to elevate your business and community impact.
Designed for business owners, executives, managers, HR professionals, entrepreneurs, consultants, and community leaders, this half-day experience delivers real-world leadership insights, practical workforce solutions, and meaningful conversations around the challenges facing today's organizations.
Attendees will explore topics including talent retention, workplace culture, employee engagement, leadership development, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in the workplace. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, and collaborative learning opportunities, participants will leave with actionable strategies they can implement immediately.
Featured keynote speakers include Kim Green, Chairman, President, & CEO of Georgia Power, and David Kent, CEO of Piedmont Henry.
The summit will also feature The Leadership Exchange: The Hub℠, a panel discussion moderated by Joseph B. Henning, President & CEO of the Henry County Chamber of Commerce, with Judy McMurtry, Owner of JM EXCEL Consultant LLC; Nancy Lewis, Owner of Progressive Techniques, Inc.; and Tony Carnell, General Manager of the Henry County Water Authority. This conversation will explore the growing role of solopreneurs and gig workers in Henry County's economy while introducing attendees to The Henry Hub℠ and The Gig Connector℠, an innovative Chamber initiative designed to connect independent professionals with project opportunities from businesses, organizations, and larger industries across the county.
Next will be a special interactive AI session, Level Up Your Employees with AI: Practical Tools for Efficiency, Growth, and Retention. This engaging discussion will feature industry experts Apryl Beverly of BAAB.biz, A.D. Slaton of Stillriver Solutions, and Britney Hull of Airoz Digital, who will share practical applications of AI that help organizations improve efficiency, support employees, strengthen retention, and prepare leaders for the future of work.
Whether you're leading a company, managing a team, shaping workforce strategy, building a business, or navigating the future of work as an independent professional, this is an opportunity to connect with forward-thinking leaders and gain practical strategies to help your organization thrive.
The talent catalyst starts here.
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Chamber Member: $75
Future Member: $95
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Contact Barbara Ingram at bingram@henrycounty.com for more information.
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