Richmond SHRM

We love it when a plan comes together! Especially when it's member generated educational content, right Laurel Heydenberk MA, SHRM-SCP and Stephanie Beck, MHRM, SHRM-CP? Thanks to Sara James Shelton SPHR, CPCC, SHRM-SCP, DiSC for bringing session 1 of The HR Professional to Strategic Partner: Understanding Your Business to life this week. Join Richmond SHRM for two additional interactive in-person sessions: March 25 - Aligning HR Strategy with Business Goals April 22 - Becoming a Trusted Strategic Partner https://lnkd.in/gFye25Am

Ethics of AI begins next month. Join VCU Continuing and Professional Education and LEDstudio for this course, designed for business leaders and managers, ethics and compliance officers, technology professionals and anyone interested in AI usage and workplace implications. Early registration ends February 24. To learn more, visit: https://ocpe.vcu.edu/ai/?

Nominate a standout HR professional in Richmond SHRM! We're accepting nominations all year long! Each month, our membership committee will review the nominees and select one outstanding member to be featured in our Faces of HR - Member Spotlight. More info: https://lnkd.in/eEECEuDV

Find out more about these upcoming chapter programs in February and March at https://lnkd.in/gFye25Am. Check the calendar regularly, as we're constantly adding new opportunities to connect and learn.

Are you interested in elevating your leadership skills? Or are you passionate about cultivating leaders? The Richmond SHRM Mentoring Program was developed to serve as the trusted facilitator of professional connections and mentoring relationships that are of crucial importance to an HR professional’s career. This is a Cohort based program offering a combination of traditional 1:1 mentoring relationships and cohort meetings. Submit your application to be a Mentee or Mentor for the 2025 Cohort by Friday, February 14. https://lnkd.in/eDyYcA7z

CONGRATULATIONS to our Faces of HR - February Member Spotlight, Michael Burgess! Nominate a Spotlight Member today! https://lnkd.in/eEECEuDV

We're excited to announce our new IDEA Impact Award! This bi-annual award is designed to recognize and honor individuals within the RSHRM community who are making significant contributions in the realm of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA). This award celebrates individuals who are championing IDEA initiatives, driving meaningful change, and fostering inclusive workplaces that enhance innovation, collaboration, and organizational resilience. Nominate a deserving individual by March 21! Learn more about the objectives of the award and key criteria for nominees https://lnkd.in/e_HBihze.

Kick off 2025 with a dynamic conversation tailored for HR and DEI professionals! ?? Join us on Thursday, January 23, for an engaging session with expert panelists Faith Alejandro, Matthew Freeman, Ebony Wilkins, SHRM-SCP, and Tiffany Fortune, SHRM-SCP, LSSBB as we tackle the big questions facing our field: ?? How can HR and DEI professionals navigate the uncertainties of today’s political landscape? ?? What strategies foster truly inclusive workplaces amid rapid change? Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights, share ideas, and connect with peers who are shaping the future of work. ?? When: Thursday, January 23 ?? Where: Hosted by Virginia Credit Union ?? Learn more and register now: https://lnkd.in/eMAZYrcG Seats are limited, so secure yours today! #HR #DEI #RichmondSHRM #InclusiveWorkplaces

Don't miss this opportunity to take a deep dive into timely and relevant legal topics. Richmond SHRM’s Legal Update will help you stay up to date with the complex, ever-changing legal landscape that affects your organization. Register by February 1 for Early Bird Pricing! https://lnkd.in/dgjWBvj8

Congratulations to Rachel Sweeney, SHRM-CP, a Richmond SHRM member, who participated in our Fall 2024 Study Group and obtained her SHRM Certification!