All this week in the Expo, you can unlock the secrets of modern payroll puzzles by visiting the grand, interconnected solutions found in the world's largest payroll Expo. Every booth, session, and interaction becomes another hint, another key, and another step toward solving the puzzle of a rapidly evolving industry.

“Having a face-to-face conversation is invaluable,” said PayrollOrg member Brian Beth, CPP, during his time in the Expo in 2025. “It’s much easier to have a productive conversation in person.”

 

Solve for Success With Vendor Exhibits

Across the Expo floor, top vendors hold solutions meant to streamline operations, enhance accuracy, and boost performance. Exhibits combine immersive tech with hands-on learning, helping payroll professionals decode industry trends and reveal insights often invisible at first glance—like a letter written in invisible ink.

“Payroll Congress is the go-to event of the year for anyone involved in payroll. It's a don't miss—for the content, for the Expo, and for the people,” said Catherine Honey, Vice President of Global Alliances at Neeyamo.

Every booth holds something valuable. Whether it’s new partnerships, breakthrough tools, or promotional items that act as the key to unlocking smoother payroll operations, each stop contributes to the ultimate solution. These interactions become essential pieces of the broader payroll puzzle—pieces you can take back to your organization.

“If you support the payroll industry or need to enhance your payroll knowledge, the Payroll Congress event is a must-attend,” said Stephen Smith, Enterprise Sales at Asure Software. “For over 30 years, this conference has been a game changer when it comes to brand awareness, lead generation, and making lasting connections—a fantastic ROI.”

 

Navigate the Vendor Networking Maze

Networking events within the Expo will also provide more clues. Enjoy the Expo Grand Opening and Cocktail Reception, sponsored by FIS, tonight. Make new friends during the Networking Luncheons on Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14, and stay late for the Cocktail Reception and Dinner on Wednesday, May 13, so you can meet with payroll/finance directors, global payroll managers, and other industry professionals.

“Payroll Congress is more than a conference. It's a community that fuels innovation, connection, and growth in our profession,” said Nadia Camarena, CPP, Director of Global Payroll Operations at Netflix. “You walk away with fresh ideas, valuable resources, and a renewed sense of purpose.”

Don’t miss the fun with your peers and PayrollOrg leadership at the ever-popular Costume Contest on Wednesday, May 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Expo Stage. Dress up and enter one of the contest categories as an individual, duo, or group, and show off your creative looks there.

Here’s what’s happening in the Expo all this week*:

 

Today, May 12

6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

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Wednesday, May 13

12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Expo Open

 

12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Networking Luncheon

 

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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[4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Expo closed during this time]

 

6:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

Expo Open

 

6:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

Cocktail Reception and Dinner

 

7:30 p.m.

Costume Contest

 

Thursday, May 14

9:00 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Expo Open

 

12:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Networking Luncheon

 

1:30 p.m.

Exhibitor Prize Drawings

 

*Note: This information is subject to change at any time and without notice.


Raul Plata, Jr., is the Editorial Assistant of Membership Publications for PayrollOrg.