Top payroll conferences and congresses to attend in 2025

Payroll conferences and congresses are a great opportunity for payroll professionals to connect with their peers, grow their network, learn new skills, and get up to date on the latest industry developments. There are several flagship events in the industry that offer educational workshops, high-quality keynotes, and valuable input that helps payroll leaders innovate and excel in their roles.

Here are the top payroll congresses and conferences in 2025 global payroll professionals should have on their radar.

The Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals’ Annual Conference and Exhibition (short: ACE) is one of the must-attend events in the payroll industry, offering attendees a unique opportunity to stay informed about the latest trends, regulations, and best practices. Payroll professionals who would like to speak at the conference can submit their applications until 10 January 2025. Possible keynote topics include legislation and compliance, technology advancements, and global payroll trends.

When? 1-2 October 2025

Where? Celtic Manor Resort, Wales

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The PayrollOrg Congress is the flagship event for payroll professionals, offering educational workshops, keynote addresses, and an expo featuring the latest payroll technologies. The 43rd Annual Congress organized by PayrollOrg will explore topics like global payroll management, tax compliance, technology innovations, and professional development. Keynote speakers include futurist John Sanei and workplace culture expert Adam "Smiley" Poswolsky.

When? 13-16 May 2025

Where? Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center, Orlando, Florida, United States

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The Payroll Group Conference brings together payroll service bureaus and professionals to discuss industry trends, compliance updates, and operational strategies. In 2025, the conference will focus on payroll service innovations, client engagement strategies, and best practices for regional payroll businesses.

When? 4-7 May 2025

Where? Luminary Hotel & Co., Fort Myers, Florida, United States

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This annual conference by the National Payroll Institute (formerly known as the Canadian Payroll Association) emphasizes regulatory updates, payroll technology, and leadership in payroll. The 2025 edition will delve into topics like cross-border payroll, Canadian tax compliance, and emerging technologies in payroll administration.

When? 4-6 June 2025

Where? BMO Centre, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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National Payroll Week is a celebratory week promoting payroll professionals and the industry's impact on the economy. Events include webinars, educational outreach, and community engagement focusing on financial literacy and the importance of accurate payroll processing.

When? 1-5 September 2025

Where? Different locations as well as online

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The Texas Payroll Conference is a key regional event for payroll professionals with a focus on compliance updates, technology advancements, and local regulations. The 2025 theme will emphasize strategies for payroll efficiency and adapting to Texas-specific labor laws.

When? 10-13 September 2025

Where? Omni Fort Worth Hotel, Forth Worth, Texas, United States

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The 8th annual Global Payroll Week will hold exclusive webinars, new content, contests on social media, and more to increase the skill level of global payroll professionals through education, training, and networking opportunities.

When? 28 April - 2 May 2025

Where? Different locations as well as online

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Hosted by the Global Payroll Association, the Payroll Summit highlights international payroll operations, compliance challenges, and global trends. In 2025, sessions will address topics like managing global payroll risk, automation technologies, and insights into multi-country payroll processing.

When? 6 March 2025

Where? Convene 22 Bishopsgate, London, United Kingdom

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Since 2025 hasn’t even started, the dates and details for other major annual payroll conferences haven’t been disclosed yet. We’ll keep updating the content of this article as new information becomes available, but here’s a little sneak peek of what other networking opportunities 2025 has got in store for global payroll professionals.

• Australian Payroll Summit: Details for the Australian Payroll Association’s 2025 Annual Conference are not known yet. This year, the event took place in September.

• CPC Conference: The California Payroll Conference is California’s premier payroll event. It is held once every year and offers payroll professionals a great opportunity for networking.

• GPA Awards: The Global Payroll Association Awards ceremony is held every year and distinguishes organizations and payroll professionals for their merits.

• IPASS Payroll Conference & Exhibition: The Irish Payroll Association has its own annual conference and exhibition event where payroll professionals can connect with customers, other industry experts, and payroll educators.

Payroll professionals who cannot attend the main industry events can look forward to smaller events and conferences that are closer to home. Both PayrollOrg and the Global Payroll Association host a variety of regional events that are worth checking out.

Local PayrollOrg Chapter Events

In addition to the main global events, PayrollOrg (formerly known as the American Payroll Association) also hosts smaller local events. These regional payroll conferences are the ideal solution for payroll professionals who are unable to disconnect from their duties to attend week-long events in locations in different parts of the world.

The California CPC Conference is an example of a successful local PayrollOrg chapter event that welcomes high-quality speakers like top global payroll thought leader Pete Tiliakos. Read more on PayrollOrg local chapter events here.

GPA Payroll Symposium Events

The Global Payroll Association (GPA) organizes payroll conferences and events across the world all year round. The events are held under the title “GPA Payroll Symposium” and take place every couple of weeks in different locations all over the world. From Ireland to South Africa to Australia, there’s sure gonna be an event near you. Upcoming events are announced on the GPA website.