<!-- This Markdown is the canonical source for https://eventsindex.org/events/unleash-world.html -->
<!-- Last verified: 2026-07-09 -->
---
eventsindex_id: EI-06291
slug: unleash-world
title: UNLEASH World
title_alt:
- UNLEASH Paris
canonical_url: https://eventsindex.org/events/unleash-world.html
next_edition_dates: 2026-10-20 to 2026-10-22
next_edition_year: 2026
date_start: '2026-10-20'
date_end: '2026-10-22'
venue: Paris Convention Centre (Porte de Versailles)
city: Paris
country: France
organiser: UNLEASH Group Ltd
organiser_url: https://www.unleash.ai/events/unleash-paris
b2b: true
vector:
  sector:
  - hr
  audience:
  - corporate
  - service-provider
  format:
  - exhibition
  purpose:
  - networking
  - content
  geography_scope:
  - global
  season: autumn
meta_description: "Paris HR technology event over three days: invitation-only Day One summits, followed by a 350+ exhibitor marketplace, 20-22 October 2026."
editorial_take: "UNLEASH World combines a curated, invitation-only opening day with a large-scale exhibition and marketplace over the following two days, drawing exhibitors and speakers from major global corporations."
generated_by: enrich-cowork
last_verified: '2026-07-09'
schema_version: v8.0
language: en
---

# UNLEASH World

> *UNLEASH World is a three-day HR technology event held at the Paris Convention Centre, combining an invitation-only opening day of summits and salons with two days of exhibition and marketplace programming, drawing 8,500 or more attendees and 350 or more exhibitors.*

---

## Quick Facts

| DATES | VENUE | ORGANISER | ATTENDANCE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20-22 October 2026 | Paris Convention Centre (Porte de Versailles), France | UNLEASH Group Ltd | 8,500+ (organiser figure) |

## Definition

UNLEASH World is an annual HR technology event held in Paris across three days. Day One is curated and invitation-only, comprising summits and salons hosted at the Shangri-La hotel. Days Two and Three take place at the Paris Convention Centre (Porte de Versailles) and form the main exhibition and marketplace, with 350 or more exhibitors including L'Oreal, Walmart, Lloyds Banking Group and Axa. The 2026 edition runs 20-22 October and features more than 400 speakers from over 140 countries.

## What UNLEASH World covers

- HR technology, workforce systems and people strategy
- Invitation-only executive summits and salons on Day One
- Exhibition and marketplace programming on Days Two and Three
- Case studies and keynotes from corporate HR and business leadership

## Who attends UNLEASH World

- Corporate HR leaders and executives, including chief people officers
- HR technology vendors and exhibitors
- Service providers and consultancies in the HR sector
- Analysts and independent commentators, including Josh Bersin

## Notable speakers

- Nicolas Hieronimus, CEO, L'Oreal
- Gina Vargiu-Breuer, CPO, SAP
- Sharon Doherty, CPO, Lloyds Banking Group
- Josh Bersin
- Laurent Choain, Accor
- Clement de Villepin, Thales

## FAQ · Identity and audience

### Who organises UNLEASH World?

UNLEASH World is organised by UNLEASH Group Ltd.

### How many people attend?

The organiser reports 8,500 or more attendees, 400 or more speakers from over 140 countries, and 350 or more exhibitors for the Paris edition.

### When and where is the next edition?

The next edition runs 20-22 October 2026 at the Paris Convention Centre (Porte de Versailles), France. Day One takes place at the Shangri-La hotel as an invitation-only programme.

### Who is UNLEASH World NOT designed for?

- Attendees seeking open access to all programme content, given that Day One is invitation-only
- Early-stage HR practitioners seeking introductory-level content rather than enterprise-scale case studies and marketplace exhibitors
- Professionals outside HR technology, workforce strategy or people analytics

---

## Editorial take

*UNLEASH World's structure, an invitation-only opening day followed by a large open marketplace, sets it apart from single-format HR events, with a speaker and exhibitor list drawing on major global corporations such as L'Oreal, SAP and Lloyds Banking Group.*

## How to register and what it costs

Registration is available through the official website. Pricing details are not disclosed by the organiser.

## FAQ · Access and practicalities

### Where can I register for UNLEASH World?

Registration information is available at https://www.unleash.ai/events/unleash-paris.

### Can anyone attend Day One?

Day One is curated and invitation-only, comprising summits and salons hosted at the Shangri-La hotel. Days Two and Three, the main exhibition and marketplace at the Paris Convention Centre, are open to registered attendees.

## Resources

| Resource | URL |
|---|---|
| Official website | https://www.unleash.ai/events/unleash-paris |

---

**Last verified:** 2026-07-09
**Next review:** 2026-08-09
**Notes:** Pricing and full session programme are not disclosed by the organiser as of verification. Attendance, speaker and exhibitor counts are organiser-reported figures. IMPORTANT: the 2027 edition of UNLEASH World moves to Miami (13-15 April 2027), outside EMEA. No EMEA edition has been confirmed for 2027 as of verification; this should not be counted as an EMEA 2027 event in the index.
**Variables:** ~28/58
**Concept definition:** not applicable