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?? Sponsor Spotlight! ?? We are thrilled to recognize AlignOrg Solutions - Differentiation by Design? as a Platinum Sponsor of this year’s Utah SHRM Student Case Competition! AlignOrg Solutions is a global leader in helping organizations design and implement business operating models that align strategy, optimize resources, and unlock growth. For HR professionals, their work is especially meaningful—because organizational design, alignment, and change management are at the heart of creating workplaces where both people and business thrive. In many ways, the challenges our student teams will tackle at the case competition mirror the real-world complexities AlignOrg helps solve every day: ?? Structuring organizations for success ?? Driving cultural and operational change ?? Empowering talent through thoughtful design Thank you, AlignOrg, for your commitment to the future of HR and for supporting the development of the next generation of HR leaders through your generous sponsorship. We couldn’t do it without you! Learn more about their impactful work here: https://alignorg.com/ Funds from our Work Elevated SHRM conference also go to sponsoring the case study competition. So if you'd like to help contribute to the upcoming generation of HR leaders, sign up for the conference today!

If you didn't know by now, we're super excited for this year's Employment Law Symposium - our 37th year of hosting this fan-favorite event! You know if we've been doing it for almost four decades that it must be popular - and it absolutely is! It's easily our best attended event each year. This year is packed with so many insightful presentations, it's going to be hard to choose which breakout sessions to attend! ???? ?????? Religion in the workplace with Christina Jepson and Elena Vetter ?????? Uses, risks, and benefits of AI for HR Managers with Kevin West and Garrett Kitamura ?????? The rise of reverse discrimination claims with Elena Vetter and Mark Tolman ?????? Choosing the right path through the ADA minefield with Liz Mellem and Susan Motschiedler And so many more! And that's not even counting the sure to be excellent keynote from SHRM's own Emily M. Dickens on Civics, Policy, and Compliance for HR professionals! If you're on the fence about attending, consider this your sign to get registered TODAY! This event WILL sell out! Register today at slshrm.org/events #hr #employmentlaw #agenda #professionaldevelopment

Only a few days left to nominate a stellar HR professional for Salt Lake SHRM's HR Awards! Nominate here by March 24: https://lnkd.in/gng6x5uK Register to attend the HR Awards Gala on May 8 at Hale Centre Theatre here: https://lnkd.in/gHfvFkxV Salt Lake SHRM Utah SHRM

Is DEI Facing Its Downfall? Or Is This a Moment for Transformation? With executive orders eliminating federal DEI programs and affirmative action requirements, HR leaders are left wondering: Is this an omen of setbacks, or an opportunity to redefine inclusion? At SHRM, we believe this isn’t the end—it’s a pivotal turning point. Our new BEAM framework (Belonging Enhanced by Access Through Merit) shifts the focus from optics to outcomes, ensuring that inclusion isn’t just a checkbox but a core driver of talent success and opportunity. ?? What does the future of inclusion look like in your workplace? ?? Vote in the comments: Is DEI in a moment of… ?? Setback – Companies will pull back on efforts ?? Transformation – A shift toward meaningful, results-driven inclusion ?? Uncertainty – It’s too soon to tell Let’s take the fear out of change and turn it into opportunity. HR leaders, what’s your take? #FridayThe13th #DEI #HRLeadership #SHRM #Inclusion #BEAMFramework https://lnkd.in/eMZ6daya

ELS is right around the corner!! ?? (Okay, more like a few weeks away, but still) We're so excited for this year's Employment Law Symposium...and for good reason! ? Check out some of our panelists speaking at this event on April 8th: ??? Christina Jepson ??? Elena Vetter ??? Liz Mellem ??? Sean Monson ??? J. Kevin West ??? Garrett Kitamura ??? Michael Judd ??? Paul Smith ??? Mark Tolman ??? Susan Motschiedler ??? Mike O'Brien And if that weren't enough of a stacked lineup... ...our keynote speaker is none other than Emily M. Dickens, Chief of Staff, Head of Government Affairs, and Corporate Secretary for SHRM!! ?? There's still time to register for Early Bird pricing (and possibly win a free buddy pass in the process!), and this event ALWAYS sells out, so get your tickets now! Link in the comments to register. #shrm #slshrm #hr #employmentlaw #networking #professionaldevelopment

Are you ready to elevate your leadership game? Join us at Utah SHRM’s Work Elevated HR Conference on September 22–23, 2025 at the Utah Valley Convention Center in Provo, UT. Hear Scott Tillema—global keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and retired SWAT hostage negotiator—as he reveals how to navigate tough conversations with confidence and inspire real change in your organization. Scott’s dynamic insights, honed with world-class negotiation training from the FBI and Harvard, empower HR professionals to build stronger, more resilient workplaces. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most compelling voices. Secure your spot at Work Elevated and transform the way you lead. ?? https://lnkd.in/gP7atwYv #WorkElevated #HRLeadership #ConflictResolution #ProfessionalGrowth

Want to help prepare and inspire the next generation of HR Leaders? We're seeking volunteer judges for the Utah SHRM Student Case Competition on March 22 at Utah State University—with both in-person and remote options available! As a judge, you'll have the opportunity to: ? Watch exceptional student teams present innovative solutions to real-world HR challenges. ? Share your expertise and provide valuable feedback to future HR leaders. ? Network with fellow professionals who are passionate about advancing our field. ? Recruit Utah’s best up-and-coming HR graduates. If you're a certified HR professional or have equivalent experience, this is your chance to give back to the HR community and witness the incredible talent of tomorrow’s workforce. Register now to be a judge: ?? https://lnkd.in/g8G-FNxz Help us make this event a success—your insights and experience are what make our case competition truly extraordinary! #SHRM #HRCommunity #HRLeaders #Mentorship #SHRMStudentCompetition #UtahSHRM #FutureOfHR

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The 2025 Employment Law Symposium is only 5 weeks away! ?? Did you go to last year's event? ?? Feeling the FOMO yet? (That's Fear of Missing Out if you didn't know ??) Take a look at last year's recap video below and then head over to our Events page on www.slshrm.org to register TODAY! This WILL sell out - it's already over 40% full!

Calling All Dynamic Speakers! ?? Are you passionate about sharing insights, trends, and strategies that elevate the HR profession? Do your friends and family get sick of hearing you talk about AI, leadership development, employment law, workplace culture, or any other topic that drives workplace excellence? Then this is your chance to share your knowledge, spark innovation, and influence Utah’s HR leaders at the state’s premier HR event! The 2025 SHRM Utah Work Elevated Conference is on the horizon, and we’re looking for engaging, insightful, and inspiring speakers to take the stage September 22-23rd. Don’t miss this opportunity to educate, inspire, and elevate the profession. Apply now to be a speaker! ?? https://lnkd.in/gzGrqhvN Let’s make #WorkElevated2025 an unforgettable experience together! #SHRMUtah #HRLeaders #SpeakerOpportunity #WorkplaceExcellence #HRInnovation