# Event Details - **Event Name**: DisruptHR Buffalo - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 07 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Wed, 07 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Looking to connect with peers and learn best practices to improve the world of work? Join us for DisruptHR at The Barrel Factory.About this EventDisrupt Buffalo is back! Join us on October 7 at The Barrel Factory for networking and lots of disruptive 5-minute talks by local business experts.Disrupt is an information exchange designed to energize, inform and empower executives, business leaders, and people in and around HR.The format: Local experts will present for 5 minutes each. It's fast-paced, entertaining, and lots of fun!Agenda5:00 - 6:30 - Registration and networking6:30-6:40 - Event introductions with LaTashia Martin and Carolyn Case6:40-6:50 - Partner talks6:50 - 8:10 - 5-minute presentations by local leadership, recruitment, tech and HR experts including:Carlette Bradley, Employee Experience Manager at Excellus BCBSBrian Tucker, Director, Human Resources at Elior North AmericaMel Lauricella, Senior Human Resources Manager at SafranEren Ikiz, Founder at Improva IncAustin Martin, Outreach Specialist at Northland Workforce Training Center8:10 - 8:30 - Thanks and wrap upInterested in being an event partner? .Professionals will come together at for an evening of inspiring speakers and lots of networking:Hear what leaders and workplace innovators are doing in 2024 to improve the workplaceDiscover innovative approaches to how companies are disrupting current practices and adding value to the Norwich HR communityNetwork with forward-thinking leaders, tech pros, consultants and HR people - we want to ensure we network and build connectionsPast Speakers include:Dr. Kristy F. Tyson, President-Elect of ATD Buffalo Niagara ChapterJoe O'Connor, CEO & Co-Founder at Work Time ReductionJames Potter, Head of Business Development at Hemsley FraserAri Kwiatkowski, Labor & Employment Attorney at Barclay Damon LLPPauline James, Founder of Anchor HR ServicesJoshua Siegal, Fractional Chief People Officer, Advisor, Investor and SpeakerGinine Capozzi, L&D Consultant & Owner at KnowledgeForce Consulting LLCJack Martin, President at J. Fitzgerald GroupChris Bjorling, President at Fidello Inc.Laura Azzarella, PHR, MS HRM, Fractional CHRO at Daemen University and Director of Governmental Affairs at Buffalo Niagara Human Resource AssociationPartners and SponsorsCommunity Partner: SHRM New York StateThe Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the world’s largest HR professional society representing 300,000 members in more than 165 countries. SHRM New York State is the local affiliate of SHRM that supports the 15 local chapters across New York. Their mission is to HR with EASE (Engage, Advise, Support, Educate). The 2026 SHRM New York State Conference will be held in Buffalo, NY from September 28-30, 2026. Learn more and register here.Community Partner: The Leaders Summit for HR & PeopleThe Leaders Summit for HR & People is an exclusive, invitation-only event for senior HR and People executives taking place at Fallsview Casino Resort in Niagara Falls, Canada, on October 5–6, 2026. Bringing together 100s of HR leaders and partners, the Summit features executive keynotes, think tanks, case studies and high-level networking focused on the future of work, leadership, and HR technology. Learn more: Community Partner: Fidello Inc.With the help of Curriculum Mapping & Human Capital Management Systems, employees are made knowledgeable under the guidance of experts. Learn more at fidello.comOrganizing Partner: HR GazetteHR Gazette and the HRchat Podcast publishes the latest opinion, reviews, and news for pros interested in HR Technology, Talent, DEI, Performance, Wellness, Learning, and Leadership. Learn more: hrgazette.comOrganizing Partner: VonSwy SolutionsVonSwy Solutions is a certified WMBE business growth consulting firm that helps organizations align their people, processes and technology with strategic business goals. Combining expertise in human capital strategy, organizational development and behavioral assessments, VonSwy partners with business leaders to create measurable, data-driven solutions that improve performance, strengthen teams and support sustainable growth. Learn more: vonswy.comMore About DisruptHRDisruptHR is a community of innovative HR pros, TA execs, and leaders.Are you tired of the same old approach to Human Resources? Are you ready to start talking about talent in a whole new way? DisruptHR is for you! This is unlike any other HR event in Buffalo.DisruptHR is built on the belief that how we’ve approached people and talent in the past won’t be the best way to approach them in the future. DisruptHR is founded on the idea that ALL business leaders (and that includes you, HR!) need to be ready to take some risks, to stir the pot…in short, to DISRUPT.* Registering for this event with a free ticket does not guarantee entry. Capacity is limited and this event is specifically designed for HR, Talent pros, and leaders. If you do not fit the criteria your application to attend may be rejected. Guests of sponsors, speakers and attendees with paid-for tickets will receive priority.DATA PRIVACY & GDPRDisruptHR Buffalo's license is held by Iceni Media Inc. and your data security is taken seriously. To inform you of future events, we would like to use the information you supply during registration and you will have the option to opt-in to this as you register. You can also opt-out at any time. To allow the sponsors of this event to continue the conversation, your registration details will be passed to them. You can opt out of their communications at any time including during registration. You can see more about the security of your data on the Privacy Policy at The HR Gazette.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNir4Gc1U78 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/buffalo/disrupthr-buffalo/100001996255236149 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Business, Workshops, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes - Location: The Barrel Factory - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 24.95, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Buffalo - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: The Barrel Factory - **lat**: 42.8661901 - **long**: -78.8606468 - **full address**: The Barrel Factory, 65 Vandalia Street, Buffalo, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: DisruptHR Buffalo - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/970122dda242cc6c066703ece99007e7b32e08f77342cb953fd66b7063132ae7-rimg-w1200-h670-dc181818-gmir.jpg?v=1785574688 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is DisruptHR Buffalo being held? - **A:** DisruptHR Buffalo takes place on Wed, 07 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Wed, 07 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 pm at The Barrel Factory, 65 Vandalia Street, Buffalo, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing DisruptHR Buffalo? - **A:** DisruptHR Buffalo is organized by HR Gazette. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at HR Gazette's events? - **A:** Attendees have given HR Gazette a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. HR Gazette has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** DisruptHR Buffalo is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Buffalo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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