Pre-Conference Workshops

Arrive early and dive into hands-on learning and deep-dive discussions on the most pressing issues and emerging trends shaping today’s workplace. Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned pro, these dynamic, competency-based workshops offer interactive and collaborative experiences designed to elevate your expertise.

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Workshop Prices

Pre-Conference Workshops may be purchased on their own or at a discounted rate* with the purchase of a full conference registration.
*The price for the ARMA Volunteer Leadership Training Pre-Conference Workshop is the same with or without a full conference registration.

Workshop With a Full Conference Registration:

Elevate Your RIM Program 2-Day Workshop: $1,499
2-Day Workshops: $799.00
1-Day Workshop: $599.00

Workshop Only:

Elevate Your RIM Program 2-Day Workshop: $1,899
2-Day Workshops: $1,199.00
1-Day Workshop: $999.00

ARMA Leadership Training Half Day Workshop: $49.00

*Lunch is included with all pre-conference workshops.

Elevate Your RIM Program: Strategies for Practitioners
Saturday, October 18 - Sunday, October 19
9:00am - 5:00pm
Instructors: Michael Haley & Carol Stainbrook, Cohasset Associates

This two-day intensive workshop is designed exclusively for Records and Information Management (RIM) professionals seeking to refine their expertise and implement best practices in their organizations. Led by seasoned subject matter experts, this session goes beyond foundational concepts to focus on strategies, tactics, and tools for optimizing RIM programs. Participants will engage in in-depth discussions and hands-on exercises covering critical topics such as conducting comprehensive records inventories, developing resilient business continuity plans, and ensuring compliance with evolving RIM standards. The workshop also emphasizes fostering cross-departmental collaboration, mitigating privacy risks, and driving organizational excellence in information governance. As an added benefit, attendees will receive complimentary access to ARMA's Essentials of RIM online course for one year with the option to take the exam for the course certificate, providing additional resources to support their continued professional growth.

May be eligible for up to 13 CEUs

Deep Dive into the ARMA IGIM v2.1
Saturday, October 18 - Sunday, October 19
9:00am - 5:00pm
Instructor: Jason Stearns

Join us for an intensive two-day workshop exploring the newly updated ARMA International Information Governance Implementation Model (IGIM) v2.1, released in April 2025. This deep dive will explore the entire model, its uses, and unpack what’s new in version 2.1 to examine broader shifts in the information governance landscape. Whether you're new to InfoCon or a seasoned IG professional, this workshop is designed to elevate your understanding and practical application of the IGIM.

Participants will:

Learn how the IGIM connects stakeholders across business, legal, IT, and compliance
Explore ways to bridge policy and technology with a shared implementation framework
Assess IG program strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for growth
Discover how to use the IGIM as a tool to drive organizational change and career advancement

A highlight of the workshop will be a mock Steering Committee meeting, where attendees will apply what they've learned in a collaborative, real-world scenario. You'll also have the opportunity to engage directly with some of the ARMA Members and Volunteers who contributed to the 2.1 update, gaining insights into both the model and its future direction.

Ideal for first-time InfoCon attendees and experienced practitioners alike, this workshop is your launchpad for deeper engagement with the IGIM and the IG profession.

May be eligible for up to 13 CEUs

Mastering Records Management in Microsoft 365
Saturday, October 18 - Sunday, October 19
9:00am - 5:00pm
Instructors: Tyler Stang & Wyatt Liboiron

Join us for a two-day, immersive workshop designed to equip records and information professionals with a comprehensive understanding of Microsoft 365’s records management capabilities. Through a combination of instruction, guided configuration, and hands-on exercises, participants will explore core features in SharePoint Online and the Microsoft Purview compliance portal.
In a controlled training environment, attendees will learn how to configure SharePoint sites for records management, create and manage retention schedules, apply retention labels, and facilitate disposition reviews and approvals.

Whether you're planning a Microsoft 365 rollout or looking to improve governance within an existing environment, this workshop will provide the practical skills and foundational knowledge needed to manage records confidently and compliantly in Microsoft 365.

Key Takeaways:

Learn how to structure SharePoint sites and libraries to support effective records management
Gain hands-on experience creating and applying Microsoft Purview retention labels and policies
Understand how to manage the full records lifecycle, including review and disposition workflows
Leave with practical configuration skills that can be applied directly in your organization

May be eligible for up to 13 CEUs

Next-Level Leadership: Skills and Strategies for Rising RIM and IG Leaders
Saturday, October 18 - Sunday, October 19
Instructor: Christopher Hockey

Technical expertise might get you in the door, but leadership skills move you forward. This engaging two-day workshop is designed for RIM and IG professionals who want to become stronger communicators, problem-solvers, and decision-makers. You’ll leave with a practical toolkit you can use immediately, including strategies for managing change, navigating conflict, leading cross-functional initiatives, and charting a career path with intention.

A highlight of the workshop will be a mock Steering Committee meeting, where attendees will experience first-hand how to effectively build a team across departments to work toward a common goal. Join peers who are ready to invest in their growth and take the lead.

May be eligible for up to 13 CEUs

From Resistance to Engagement: Rethinking IG Policies
Sunday, October 19
9:00am - 5:00pm
Instructor: Lewis Eisen

Drafting rules that people want to follow is a skill that will benefit you both now as a policy writer and throughout your career.
Through hands-on exercises and lively discussions, you’ll learn how to:

Word policies to invite buy-in instead of resistance
Use policy to foster collaboration and break down silos
Cut approval time without cutting corners
Better integrate IG policies with enforcement mechanisms
Leverage corporate values to increase compliance

If you’re tired of the uphill battle created by the traditional policy approach, join us and learn a smarter, more effective way of raising the bar.

May be eligible for up to 6.5 CEUs

Pre-Conference Workshops

Start Strong with a Pre-Conference Workshop

Saturday, October 18 & Sunday, October 19