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??ASCEND 2025: Seattle SHRM Mentorship Program - Applications Now Open! ?? In today’s fast-changing world, HR professionals must adapt, innovate, and lead—whether it’s navigating AI in recruiting, managing layoffs, or leveraging transferable skills in a shifting job market. If you're looking to elevate your HR career, gain industry insights, and build lasting connections, this structured mentorship program is for you! ??Why Join??? ?? Mentees: Gain direct mentorship, career coaching, and industry insights ?? Mentors: Give back, expand your leadership skills, and shape the next generation of HR leaders. ??Spots are limited! Apply today and take the next step in your HR journey. ??Apply now Mentee Application: https://lnkd.in/gR7rQXKD Mentor Application: https://lnkd.in/gr_xP5R5 For more details visit: https://lnkd.in/g2DUQUvH #SeattleSHRM #Ascend #HRMentorship #HRLeadership #SeattleHRNetworking #SeattleTalentLeaders #SeattleHR #PeopleFirst #HRCareerSuccess #HRCoaching #SeattleHRCommunity #MentorshipMatters #HRGrowth #WorkforceDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #GuidanceAndGrowth #LearningThroughMentorship

???? Registration closes today @ 5pm. Don’t miss out!! ???? Register here:?https://lnkd.in/graEpVdN ??? Join Seattle SHRM Thursday, Mar 20 @ 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM for our March virtual Chapter Meeting - Employment Law Updates & Top 10 Manager Missteps with Skylar Sherwood! ??? During this seminar, you will: ?? Learn recent federal workplace policy changes and their HR impact. ?? Stay informed on NLRB and EEOC enforcement priority changes. ?? Spot and prevent common managerial legal pitfalls. ?? Apply best practices for documentation, communication, and compliance. Register now and join us tomorrow. See you there! #HRCompliance #WorkplaceRegulations #RiskManagement #HRStrategy #ProfessionalDevelopment

Join Seattle SHRM this Thursday and get some amazing advice from Skylar Sherwood on Employment Law Updates & Top 10 Manager Missteps! This session covers key updates on federal policies, NLRB & EEOC shifts, and top managerial mistakes that lead to unnecessary legal risks. Don't miss insights on DEI, equal opportunity, immigration, and more. Skylar Sherwood, Co-Chair of Fox Rothschild's Labor & Employment Department, helps employers navigate workplace challenges with practical guidance on compliance, risk management, and best practices. A seasoned litigator and trainer, she specializes in discrimination, harassment, wage laws, and more. Register today while seats are still available: https://lnkd.in/graEpVdN #HRLeadership #LegalRisk #WorkplaceCulture #EmploymentLaw #WorkplaceCompliance

?? HR Professionals—Are You Ready for 2025? ?? Join Seattle SHRM for our March Chapter Meeting, an essential session titled “What HR Needs to Know Now: From Trump’s 2025 Administration Changes to Top 10 Manager Missteps” led by expert Sky Sherwood from Fox Rothschild LLP. ?? Stay ahead of evolving workplace policies, from executive orders to shifts at the NLRB & EEOC. ?? Learn common manager mistakes that lead to costly legal risks—and how to avoid them. ? Master best practices in documentation, communication, and compliance. ?? Earn 1 SHRM & 1 HRCI recertification credit by attending the full session. Don’t miss this opportunity to protect your organization and hone your leadership skills with up-to-date insights! ?? Register now!?https://lnkd.in/graEpVdN #HRBestPractices #WorkplaceRegulations #EmploymentLaw #FutureOfWork

March is Women’s History Month - In the U.S. this year’s theme is?“Moving Forward TOGETHER! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations” Celebrate the collective strength, equality, and influence of women who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship, and leadership, shaping the minds and futures of all generations. Who are the women in your life who have helped to educate, mentor and support you? Did you know? ·?March 19, 1909?– The first official U.S. National Woman’s Day, held in New York City.? ·?March 19, 1911 –?The first International Woman’s Day?drawing more than 1 million people to rallies worldwide. ·?1917-1975 –?Countries around the world started recognizing International Women’s Day. ·?March 8, 1975 -?The United Nations General Assembly began celebrating?International Women’s Day.? ·?1978 - Women’s History Week?in the United States?began in Santa Rosa, California in 1978,?when local advocates then formed the National Women’s History Project, now the National Women’s History Alliance.? ·?1980 -?President Jimmy Carter issued a proclamation recognizing National Women’s History Week.? ·?1987 -?Congress passed a law designating March as Women’s History Month. ·?1988 and 1994 –?The U.S. Congress passed resolutions requesting and authorizing the president to proclaim the special month. ·?Since 1995?- Each president has issued an annual proclamation designating Women’s History Month. ·?2011 -?Former President Barack Obama’s?2011 proclamation?paid homage to the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day. ·?2014 -?More than 100 countries celebrate International Women’s Day, and it is an official holiday in more than 25. Want to learn more? See these sources: https://lnkd.in/eKwDJrJJ https://lnkd.in/gNgUD3p5 https://lnkd.in/eUFNhHv https://lnkd.in/eC9gidJj

?? Seattle SHRM invites you to?Join Washington State SHRM for their Annual Conference: Connected Work—Bridging People and Purpose! ???March 27, 2025?| ??Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue, WA HR professionals and business leaders—this is your chance to connect, learn, and lead! With 500+ attendees, top industry speakers, and insightful discussions, this is the?largest HR gathering in Washington. Don't miss out on expert keynotes, networking, SHRM & HRCI PDCs, and strategies to navigate today’s evolving workplace. ????Register today!?https://lnkd.in/dj4-dPni #WASHRM2025 #HRLeadership #ConnectedWork?#PeopleAndPurpose?#HRTrends?#HRCommunity

???? Time is running out! Registration closes Tuesday @ 5pm. ???? Register today so you won’t miss out: https://lnkd.in/gK4xZtA4 ? Join?Seattle SHRM?for Coffee & Conversations with?Ruchika T. Malhotra! ? ???Thursday morning, 8-10 am, February 27, The Swedish Club @ 400 Broad St.??? During this interactive session, Ruchika will dive into the evolving DEI landscape and HR’s role in fostering belonging. We will cover best practices, core DEI principles, and actionable strategies to support inclusion. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and engage! Ruchika is the author of Inclusion on Purpose and founder of Candour, a global inclusion strategy firm. A LinkedIn Top Voice for Gender Equality and Thinkers50 Radar honoree, her work appears in Harvard Business Review and The New York Times. She’s currently working on her next book, Uncompete. Based in Seattle, Ruchika has lived in five countries and is a proud foodie. See you there! #InclusionMatters #HRLeadership #BelongingAtWork #DiversityEquityInclusion #HRCommunity #WorkplaceCulture #CoffeeAndConversations

??Don’t miss?Seattle SHRM's Coffee & Conversations with Ruchika T. Malhotra! ?? ??Thursday, February 27 - 8 to 10 am?? Dive into an interactive discussion on DEI’s evolving landscape and HR’s role in fostering belonging. Gain insights, best practices, and tools from industry leaders dedicated to inclusion. Our learning objectives are: ???? Discuss the shifting DEI landscape and how to gauge organizational climate ???? Uncover core DEI principles that stand firm despite evolving language ???? Recognize HR’s pivotal role in driving DEI engagement ???? Leave with practical strategies to strengthen DEI efforts If you haven’t registered yet, take a moment to do that now. Seats are selling fast!?https://lnkd.in/gK4xZtA4 #DEI #HRLeadership?#InclusionMatters #LeadershipDevelopment #PeopleFirst #FutureOfWork

Join us in celebrating Black History Month! Did you know that Black History Month originated as Negro History Week in 1926, founded by Carter G. Woodson? Woodson's vision was to promote Black achievements and counter-historical erasure. Today, we honor the legacy of Black leaders who continue to shape our world. February was chosen to coincide with the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, two pivotal figures in the fight for Black freedom and civil rights. This month, let's take time for: ?????Reflection: Acknowledge the triumphs and struggles of Black individuals and communities. ?????Education: Learn about the rich history and contributions of Black Americans. ?????Celebration: Honor the impact of Black leaders, innovators, and change-makers. ? Let's come together to recognize the profound influence of Black culture and heritage on our society.?Please share with us how you're celebrating Black History Month! #BlackHistoryMonth #CelebrateBlackExcellence #HonoringLegacy

???Time is running out????to get early bird prices for?Seattle SHRM's?February 27th?Morning Chapter Meeting: Coffee & Conversations with renowned DEI thought leader?Ruchika T. Malhotra. Seats are limited and early bird pricing ends tomorrow - February 12! Ruchika, author of?Inclusion on Purpose, has been praised as “transformative” by Dr. Brené Brown. She is the founder of Candour, a global inclusion strategy firm, and a regular contributor to?Harvard Business Review?and?The New York Times. Her next book,?Uncompete, is forthcoming from Penguin Books. A LinkedIn Top Voice for Gender Equality, she was named to the Thinkers50 Radar 2019 and received the Jeanette Williams Award from the Seattle Women’s Commission. Previously, she taught Communications at the University of Washington and Seattle University. A Singaporean foodie, she has lived in five countries and now calls Seattle home. We are thrilled to have her lead this month’s Chapter Meeting! ? ????Register today????to ensure you don’t miss this amazing opportunity to learn from such an experienced and engaging HR professional:?https://lnkd.in/gK4xZtA4 #RegisterNow #EarlyBirdDeadline #InclusionMatters?#DEILeadership?#HRCommunity #NetworkingEvent?#ProfessionalGrowth #ThoughtLeadership