HR Executive of the Year Gala – 10th Annual Celebration

San Diego HR Forum’s HR Executive of the Year Gala is the largest annual gathering of HR professionals in San Diego. 2025 marks our 10th anniversary of recognizing outstanding HR executives, teams, and rising stars who are making a significant impact in their organizations and communities.

This year, we’re excited to offer expanded sponsorship opportunities that provide increased visibility and brand exposure across the San Diego HR community — not just at the Gala, but year-round.

We anticipate a record number of nominations across all categories, representing over 350 companies and welcoming more than 500 attendees.

Join us as we celebrate the very best in HR leadership and innovation.

Thank you for your support,
SDHR Forum Board of Directors

Learn More About Each Sponsorship Level HERE. To purchase a Sponsorship, please click on the "Register" button.

**New This Year: We are excited to offer an automated process for securing your Executive of the Year Sponsorship and sponsorship opportunities are available on a first-come-first-served basis.

If you require a detailed summary sheet prior to payment, would like to reserve a sponsorship opportunity but need additional time to complete payment, or would like to request an alternative payment method, please submit your request to info@sdhrforum.com. 

Please note that we are only able to hold a sponsorship opportunity for 7 business days from the time of the request. If payment is not received within 7 business days, the reservation will be cancelled and the sponsorship level will be released and open for purchase once again.

  Tickets Now Available: 10th Annual HR Executive of the Year Gala  

               Friday, September 26, 2025 | Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Get ready for an unforgettable evening! Tickets are officially on sale for San Diego HR Forum’s 10th Annual HR Executive of the Year Gala—the largest celebration of HR leadership in San Diego.

This year is extra special as we celebrate our 10th Anniversary milestone—a decade of honoring the incredible HR Executives, Teams, and Rising Stars who are driving innovation, leadership, and lasting impact across our community.

 Event Highlights

• 10 years of celebrating HR leadership and innovation in San Diego

• Recognition of HR Executives, HR Teams of the Year, and Rising Stars

• Networking with colleagues, partners, and friends in an inspiring setting

• Dinner, entertainment, and an unforgettable awards celebration

Recommended Attire: Professional, cocktail, or formal attire

“This is a not to be missed event. Literally THE HR event of the year. Like the Oscars for HR. I love the energy when you walk in the room. Its so well done. The nominees and winners are so deserving of the recognition!” -Maggie Osburn, HUB International 

Sponsorship Opportunities

This year, we’re excited to introduce a streamlined online process to secure your sponsorships. Sponsorships are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and we’re also offering new year-round sponsorship opportunities that will showcase your organization within the San Diego HR community all year long.

You can view all current sponsorship opportunities HERE.
For questions or to confirm your sponsorship, please email info@sdhrforum.com.

We look forward to celebrating with you! 

October Monthly Breakfast Meeting

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Join us for a morning of engaging conversation, meaningful connections, and community. Topic and speaker to be announced soon—stay tuned!

This event will be held at Joya Kitchen. Parking is available in designated areas as well as in the underground parking structure.

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November Monthly Breakfast Meeting

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Join us for a morning of engaging conversation, meaningful connections, and community. Topic and speaker to be announced soon—stay tuned!

This event will be held at Joya Kitchen. Parking is available in designated areas as well as in the underground parking structure.

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