Ms. Briana R. Garcia serves as the 2025 SHRM San Antonio Board President and is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Education Service Center, Region 20.  Briana is responsible for providing visionary and collaborative leadership around human resource management strategies, and organizational planning and development.  She leads and oversees multiple complex HR services that impact the total employee experience, including employee relations, risk management, recruitment, onboarding, compensation, benefits, employee development, performance management, employee engagement and off-boarding.

Throughout Briana’s 20+ year career at ESC-20 in Human Resources, she has served in various roles including HR Clerk, HR Assistant, HR Generalist, HR Supervisor, and HR Director.  She began her HR career as a temporary employee with a GED and has since gone on to achieve an Associate of Arts from San Antonio College, a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources Management from The University of Texas at San Antonio, a Master of Business in Human Resources Management from Texas A&M University-San Antonio and a Senior Professional Human Resources certification from the HR Certification Institute.  Briana is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Human Resources Management from National University.

Born and raised in San Antonio, Briana’s interests include UTSA football and tailgating with her husband (Go Runners!), laughing with close friends and family, the continuous pursuit of knowledge, and leveraging her top five CliftonStrengths throughout her personal and professional endeavors: Futuristic, Relator, Learner, Responsibility, Individualization.

Summary: Join us for an electrifying opening keynote at the 2025 South Texas Human Resources Symposium, delivered by Briana Garcia, the 2025 Board President of SHRM San Antonio!

As HR professionals, we are at a pivotal moment—navigating an evolving workforce, technological advancements, economic shifts, and changing employee expectations. The choices we make today will shape the future of work.

In this dynamic and thought-provoking session, we’ll explore the most pressing challenges and groundbreaking opportunities facing HR in 2025. From the rise of AI in talent management to the demand for inclusive workplace cultures, workforce agility, and leadership evolution, this keynote will provide actionable insights on how HR can lead the way in building a resilient and future-ready workforce.

Whether you’re an emerging HR professional, a mid-career strategist, or a senior leader shaping organizational direction, this session will inspire you to rethink your approach, embrace innovation, and prepare for the future of talent.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain fresh perspectives, ignite your passion for HR, and be part of the movement that’s redefining the workplace of tomorrow!

Powerpoint: Coming Soon!