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We’re the official home for DisruptHR events in Syracuse and the North Country.

Two cities, two chapters, one bold mission: to flip HR as we know it on its head.

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September 25, 2025
The Strand Theatre
Watertown, NY

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November 13, 2025
Inspyre Innovation Hub
Syracuse, NY

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Why would you join disrupstate?

Your favorite leadership events… without the boring keynotes.

Exclusive Networking – Connect with game-changers who actually get it, virtually and IRL.

Workshops & Roundtables – Practical, no-fluff learning with leaders who walk the talk.

Behind-the-Scenes Access – Early invites to DisrUpstate and DisruptHR events, happy hours, and underground meetups.

Real Talk, No Filters – A community where people who do people work share wins, rants, and ideas that change the game.

People who People – Small business leaders, HR pros, peopling admins welcome.

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who’s it for?

business owners & leaders

You’re building something more important than just another company.

hr pros

You're the one pushing for real culture change. The one doing things differently.

disruptors & innovators

You refuse to settle for “how it’s always been done.”

This isn’t just another networking group. It’s a movement. And you belong here.

what’s inside?

  • Virtual Chat Space – Drop ideas and questions when the mood strikes.

  • Workshops, Podcasts, Think Tanks – Learn from the best. Share your own.

  • Happy Hours & Meetups – Online and IRL in Syracuse HQ and Watertown HQ with grub and good times.

  • VIP Access – First dibs on DisrUpstate + DisruptHR Watertown, Syracuse & beyond.

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