Actor and filmmaker Bradley Cooper will share his personal experience as a working caregiver during the opening session of the Society for Human Resource Management’s annual conference next month, the organization announced Monday.
Cooper, who has received Oscar nominations for films including “A Star Is Born” and “Maestro,” will discuss how caregiving responsibilities impact the workplace as the main stage speaker at SHRM25, scheduled for June 29-July 2 in San Diego and online.
“Bradley Cooper’s extraordinary career and unwavering commitment to addressing critical social issues – such as raising mental health awareness and sharing his story as a working caregiver – resonate deeply with the core values of SHRM’s mission,” said Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., president and CEO of SHRM.
Beyond his entertainment career, Cooper established Lea Pictures in 2020, a production company focused on creating engaging films and documentaries. He also founded the One Family Foundation to support cancer patients and their families.
Conference to address workforce challenges
The four-day event will feature more than 200 educational sessions and workshops addressing current human resources issues. Attendees will have opportunities to network with HR professionals and business leaders from around the world.
SHRM25 will offer 375 sessions covering topics including artificial intelligence advancements, emerging regulations and best practices in human resources management.
The conference will be available to attend both in-person and virtually.
SHRM describes itself as “a member-driven catalyst for creating better workplaces where people and businesses thrive together” and reports having nearly 340,000 members across 180 countries.
