Better Onboarding. Stronger Teams. Join the Upcoming OnBoard Webinar
How can small and medium-sized enterprises create a smoother and more effective start for new employees?
Join us for the international webinar “Improving Onboarding Practices in SMEs: Better Onboarding. Stronger Teams.”, an online event focused on how SMEs can improve the way they welcome, integrate, and retain new team members.
The webinar will take place online on 13 May 2025 at 16:00 CET and will bring together project partners, SME representatives, HR experts, trainers, and professionals from across Europe to discuss practical approaches, research findings, and real-life perspectives on onboarding in SMEs.
The session will feature four expert speakers from the fields of HR, people operations, vocational education, digital learning, and SME support, who will share insights on how better onboarding can lead to stronger teams, improved employee engagement, and more resilient organisations.
The event is organised within the framework of the OnBoard project, which supports SMEs in developing more effective, structured, and inclusive onboarding practices that help new employees adapt faster, feel supported, and become confident contributors to their teams.
What to expect
During the webinar, participants will have the opportunity to:
- discover evidence-based insights on onboarding in SMEs;
- understand the methodology and key findings of the OnBoard research;
- hear expert perspectives from HR, SME support, vocational education, and digital learning;
- explore common onboarding challenges faced by SMEs;
- engage in an interactive discussion with professionals from across Europe.
The session will combine research, practice, and dialogue to provide a practical and engaging experience for all participants.
Why join?
Effective onboarding is more than an administrative process. It shapes how new employees understand their role, connect with colleagues, and build confidence in their new workplace.
By joining the webinar, you will:
- gain a clearer understanding of why onboarding matters for SMEs;
- learn how better onboarding can improve employee integration, engagement, and retention;
- explore practical ideas that can be adapted to different SME contexts;
- connect with professionals interested in improving HR and workplace practices across Europe.
Whether you are an SME owner, manager, HR professional, trainer, VET provider, or business support organisation, this webinar will offer valuable insights and inspiration.
When and where
Date: 13 May 2026
Time: 16:00 CET
Format: Online webinar
Registration
Participation is free of charge.
Join the discussion and discover how better onboarding can help SMEs build stronger teams and create more positive employee experiences.
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