On Friday, April 11, Wilson Sonsini is pleased to sponsor the Human Factors & Ergonomics Society's (HFES) 2025 Western Regional Event. The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, founded in 1957, is the world’s largest scientific association for human factors/ergonomics professionals. HFES provides education, builds connections and advocates on behalf of the human factors/ergonomics field—from students to researchers and industry practitioners—and fosters collaboration across the spectrum of professionals to drive forward advances in human factors and ergonomics.

HFES is launching a new initiative: Regional Meetings. The concurrent, one-day, in-person gatherings are designed to bring HF/E professionals together for impactful programming and networking opportunities closer to home. These five events will take place in key regions across the U.S., allowing for greater accessibility to the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, typically found only at the HFES Annual Meeting.

What to Expect:

1. Dynamic Programming: Engage in sessions tailored to regional interests and challenges in the HF/E field
2. Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers, share insights, and spark collaborations within your local community
3. Cost-Effective Participation: Spend less time traveling and more time connecting with other professionals
4. A Keynote Address on Friendship, Careers in Academia and Industry and Service to HFES