National Human Resources Association upcoming events

St. Louis - 2026/2027 Mentoring Program (16 May 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Are you ready to take your HR career to the Next Level?

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming Mentoring Program, designed to empower HR professionals through invaluable connections and insights.

Whether you're an experienced mentor or a driven mentee, this program offers a unique opportunity to grow, learn, and succeed together.

Who is eligible?

All active NHRA members are eligible to participate as a mentor or mentee at no additional cost.

Program Kick-off in October:

Meet your Match and other members
Monthly Engagement Activities
Commit 4 - 6 hours per month over the 6-month program (this includes monthly activities, but actual time commitment may vary by the mentor/mentee match)

Monthly meetings in The Bracket Room at the Holiday Inn.

Register now to become a mentor or mentee!

Once we receive your registration, we will send a quick survey to ensure that we match you with the perfect mentor.

Silicon Valley - PANEL - Talent, Technology, and Transformation: Navigating Careers in a Changing World (9 Jun 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT

JOIN US ONLINE or IN-PERSON!

Talent, Technology, and Transformation: Navigating Careers in a Changing World

Join us for a dynamic panel exploring today’s rapidly evolving talent landscape, featuring experts in recruitment, talent acquisition, talent development and engagement, and those at the forefront of AI innovation.

Discover how shifting candidate expectations and hiring trends are redefining what it takes to succeed in a competitive market. Learn how to build meaningful professional connections, leverage modern networking strategies and gain practical insights into how AI is transforming recruiting and how you can adapt your resume, personal brand, and job search strategy to stand out.

Whether you’re navigating a career transition, re-entering the workforce, or aiming for your next big step, this conversation will equip you with actionable strategies to move forward with confidence.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

- Understand how the talent landscape is evolving, including shifting employer expectations and candidate priorities in today’s market.

- Learn practical strategies to build and leverage a strong professional network, both online and in-person.

- Gain insight into how AI is shaping recruiting processes and how to adapt your resume, applications, and personal brand accordingly.

- Identify effective ways to stand out in a competitive job market beyond traditional qualifications.

- Develop strategies for navigating career transitions, including addressing gaps, pivoting industries, and positioning transferable skills.

AGENDA

5:30 PM IN-PERSON NETWORKING (dinner included)

6:00 PM VIRTUAL SESSION BEGINS

6:05 PM LEGAL UPDATES

6:15 PM PROGRAM

7:15 PM Q&A

7:30 PM IN-PERSON NETWORKING

8:00 PM PROGRAM CLOSE

PANELISTS

Danika

Davis

Erica Golden,

M.A., C.C.C.

Marisa

Ramans Mayer

Monica

Choi

HR Evangelist and Principal

Merit HR

CEO Wavera Works LLC

Managing Consultant

Landrum Talent Solutions

Director, Talent Development & Engagement

Samsung Semiconductor US

MODERATOR

Grant Weinberg,

MCIPD

Vice President of Talent Acquisition

Guardant Health

ABOUT THE PANELISTS & MODERATOR

Danika Davis has been described as an HR evangelist who has spent more than twenty years helping organizations achieve their goals through creating effective HR ecosystems. She is currently leads Merit HR, an HR exclusive contract staffing/interim, consulting and contingent direct hire search firm with innovative retention based fees whose focus is connecting great HR talent with quality organizations. Prior to joining Merit, Danika served as CEO of the Northern California HR Association for 10 years, one of the largest and most successful HR professional societies in the country known for education and advancing the profession. She has held internal HR roles at the VP level, has a masters in organizational management and several HR certifications.

Erica Golden, M.A., C.C.C. | CEO | Career AI Pioneer | Leadership Coach | Future of Work Advisor + Author is the founder and CEO of Wavera Works, a Master's-level Executive and Certified Career Coach, and a recognized voice in AI and the Future of Work. A self-proclaimed "work nerd," she's spent over two decades as a trusted Human Capital leader — advising 5,000+ clients from Silicon Valley startups to global Fortune 500s. She blends pioneering leadership coaching, expert career transition guidance, and AI-driven solutions to help talent and teams ride the waves of change and navigate what's next. She created the Wave Work Framework™, patent-pending Career AI apps and methodology built on one simple mission: help people stop drowning in the work waves of change and start rising with them. She is also the author of the forthcoming Wave Work (2027), plus Resumes That Hack the Job Hunt (2017). When she's not geeking out about careers and AI, you'll find her hiking the trails surrounding Silicon Valley with her family.

Marisa Ramans Mayer, With over two decades of experience in leadership roles and broad experience in all functional Human Resources areas, Marisa leverages her management and human resources generalist backgrounds to support companies with their talent needs. She is a connector and is dedicated and passionate about recruiting top talent and helping people develop and grow their careers. Her career has come full circle; She started her career in recruiting at a small personnel consultancy in San Francisco, spent 8 years at Gap, Inc. in training & development and college recruiting, a 6-month HR project in Latvia for PWC, and then the next 15 years as the head of Human Resources for several tech PR agencies in the Bay Area. She now is focusing on her favorite aspect of HR – talent acquisition. She is a Managing Consultant at Landrum Talent Solutions (formerly hrQ), an HR & Marketing Search and Consulting firm. She is also the Co-founding member of the Talent Collective – Silicon Valley, the first private community designed to empower, advance, and connect women in talent acquisition.

Monica Choi, M.Ed., is Director of Talent Development and Engagement at Samsung Semiconductor US, where she leads enterprise efforts across learning and development, CSR, and AI enablement. She specializes in designing impactful programs that build leadership capability, strengthen organizational culture, and drive business performance through people. With a background spanning learning strategy, organizational development, and innovation, Monica partners closely with senior leaders to translate business priorities into scalable talent solutions. Her work focuses on advancing future-ready skills, enabling AI adoption in the workplace, and creating meaningful employee experiences that foster growth and engagement. Monica is passionate about building learning cultures that empower individuals and organizations to continuously evolve and thrive.

Grant Weinberg, MCIPD, brings a wealth of experience in talent acquisition and HR operations, with a career spanning over two decades across industries including technology, biotech, and professional services. Known for his innovative approach to leveraging AI and generative tools, he has consistently driven transformation in global recruitment strategies and operational excellence. Before joining Guardant Health, Grant served as Vice President of HR Operations and Talent Acquisition at Eikon Therapeutics, where he played a pivotal role in scaling the organization during its clinical-stage growth. His leadership journey also includes roles at TriNet, Gilead Sciences, and Accenture, where he honed his expertise in executive hiring, global talent strategies, and HR systems optimization. Grant holds a Masters in Human Resource Management from London Metropolitan University. Based in San Mateo, California. Outside of work, Grant pursues his passion for music as a DJ, having performed at venues around the globe. Whether spinning tracks or crafting strategic hiring solutions, he is always in rhythm with his mission to connect talent with opportunity.

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Ventura County: The "HR Agile Mindset" in Times of Crisis and Disruption (10 Jun 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:20:00 GMT

The "HR Agile Mindset" in Times of Crisis and Disruption

(NOTE: This event will be offered both in-person and online. Please select the ticket type that reflects how you will attend.)

C-suite priority surveys consistently value agility, flexibility, and change readiness as a key priority in all senior leaders. In 2026, HR isn't just a support function: it’s the engine room for organizational resilience. What began during the pandemic—leading through crisis and disruption while managing compound volatility—has now led HR to sit atop the mountain of AI adoption, the return-to-work-dilemma, and complex talent planning strategies in light of massive demographic shifts.

Learning Objectives (3-4 bullet points):

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

· Move beyond a rigid annual performance cycle to continuous feedback loops and employee professional development discussions.

· Balance the demands of AI implementation with the return-to-work dilemma.

· Master “Agile HR” (versus “Legacy HR”) as agility, adaptability, and change readiness drive the new HR frontier as well as your own future career blueprint.

Paul Falcone

Paul Falcone Workplace Leadership Consulting, LLC

Paul Falcone (PaulFalconeHR.com) is the principal of Paul Falcone Workplace Leadership Consulting, LLC, specializing in leadership and management training, executive coaching, keynote speaking, and facilitating corporate offsite retreats. Paul is the former CHRO of Nickelodeon Animation Studios and has held senior HR leadership positions in healthcare, biotech, and financial services. He’s a long-term columnist for SHRM’s HR Magazine, and he sits on the board of the American Management Association. Paul is a bestselling author of 17 books with HarperCollins Leadership, including the five-book Paul Falcone Workplace Leadership Series; 101 Tough Conversations to Have with Employees; 101 Sample Write-Ups for Documenting Employee Performance Problems; The First-Time Manager: HR; The First-Time Manager: Leading Through Crisis; 96 Great Interview Questions to Ask Before You Hire; and 2600 Phrases for Effective Performance Reviews.

Additional Event Details

7:20 AM Registration & Networking

7:30 AM Breakfast & Introductions

7:45 AM Legal Update

8:00 AM -9:00 AM Program and Q&A

Cancellation & Credit Policy:

Please note that all program registrations are non-refundable. However, if you are unable to attend, we are happy to offer a credit toward a future program of equal or lesser value, provided that the request is submitted prior to the scheduled event date. Credit requests made after the program date will not be honored.

This event is pending for 1.25 credit hours for both HRCI & SHRM credits.

The HR AI Bootcamp™: From AI Curious to AI Confident (14 Jun 2026)

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The HR AI Bootcamp is a practical 4-week virtual program designed for HR professionals, people leaders, and small to medium teams who are ready to confidently bring AI into their work. Over four weeks, participants move from understanding AI concepts to applying AI strategically across HR operations, communication, decision-making, and workforce planning.

This program was built for HR professionals who are balancing all things HR — from recruiting, employee relations, compliance, culture, leadership support, and operational demands — all at the same time. This is not a technical program for engineers or data scientists; it was intentionally built to grow your confidence in using AI tools so you can improve the processes you support. The cohort is intentionally small, capped at 20 participants, to keep the experience focused, interactive, and high-quality.

By the end of the cohort, you will know how to think strategically about AI, evaluate risks and ethics in an HR context, and communicate AI adoption to your leadership team and employees.

Over four weeks, you will move through a structured journey:

Week 1 — June 15th

Discover: Understanding AI in HR

Build a clear, foundational understanding of AI and where it fits in your HR work.

Week 2 — June 22nd

Explore: Learning to Use AI with Confidence

Get hands-on with real tools like Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and CoPilot using actual HR scenarios.

Off Week

Happy 4th of July!

No formal classes from June 29 – July 5. Catch up and recharge!

Week 3 — July 6th

Integrate: Applying AI to Real HR Work

Start bringing AI into your day-to-day operations and leadership practices.

Week 4 — July 13th

Execute: Creating Sustainable AI Adoption

Develop your 90-day AI adoption roadmap and learn how to measure and communicate your impact.

Your Enrollment Also Includes:

4 live workshops with tool demos (6-7 pm EST on 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/26)
2 guest expert strategy sessions
Access to a live online community
HRCI eligible certification (pending approval)
Direct access to the program creator
13+ templates including an AI Glossary, Prompting Starter Pack, AI Lean Canvas, Org AI Readiness Snapshot, AI Governance Starter Framework, and more
Free access to Readiness Assessments and Job Redesign Tools
A welcome gift — The HR Black Box — for every participant

Meet Your Facilitator

This program is facilitated by Elina Kokorotsis is an HR Tech and People Operations leader, and the founder of In The Worx. With nearly two decades of experience in HR technology, people operations, learning and development, and organizational strategy, she helps HR professionals and organizations turn complexity into clear, practical action. Her work focuses on connecting people, systems, and processes to strengthen employee experience, improve operations, and prepare organizations for the future of work.

How To Register

NHRA members register at the exclusive rate of $997 (Standard pricing $1,450).

If you are an existing NHRA member, you will receive your special code through email in the next few days.

Not an NHRA member yet?

Join NHRA & Unlock Savings

The HR AI Bootcamp™ is presented in partnership with NHRA and In The Worx. Enrollment is limited and spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

*This program has been approved for 16 HR (General) recertification credit hour toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™, and SPHRi™ recertification through the HR Certification Institute.

Additionally, this program has been pre-approved for 16.0 Professional Development Credits (PDCs) by the Society of Human Resource Management.

Orange County - HR Executives of The Year Honoree Panel (16 Jun 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

As organizations navigate constant change, HR leaders are being called to do more than manage policies and programs — they are shaping cultures, guiding people through uncertainty, and influencing the future of work in meaningful ways. The HR EOY Honoree Fire Chat brings together one of Orange County’s most respected HR leaders for an engaging and candid conversation focused on leadership, humanity, and impact.

Grounded in the theme “Connecting Humanity. Shaping What Matters.”, this session will explore the human side of HR leadership — how today’s leaders balance business performance with empathy, build resilient cultures, and make decisions that truly move organizations and people forward.

Through real-world stories, lessons learned, and honest reflections from the honoree’s career journey, attendees will gain insight into what it takes to lead with purpose while driving measurable results. The conversation will highlight both strategic wins and difficult challenges — offering practical takeaways HR professionals can apply immediately within their own organizations.

AGENDA

Annual Sponsors

Rochester - Pro-ROC, Talent Collective (18 Jun 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Professional Recruiters of Rochester (Pro-ROC)

The Talent Collective

On June 18th, Pro-ROC is bringing together our community for The Talent Collective, a dynamic, half-day experience designed for connection, learning, and growth.

This event will feature rotating, facilitated sessions focused on today’s most pressing talent challenges, including talent acquisition and retention. Attendees will select from multiple facilitated sessions throughout the morning, moving between sessions to gain insights from a variety of speakers while building meaningful relationships along the way. Expect high-impact conversations, real takeaways, and plenty of opportunities to connect.

Whether you're navigating tough conversations with hiring managers, trying to improve placement quality, building a retention strategy, or exploring smarter ways to source local talent, this morning is built for you. Four expert speakers. Four focused sessions. Tools you can put to work immediately.

This is your morning to invest in yourself, and bring back tools your team will feel on Monday.

*Please note: your personal rotation will be emailed to you after your registration.

This program is being submitted for approximately 3.25 continuing education credits through SHRM and HRCI. Final credit approval is pending.

Interested in Sponsoring?

Presenting Sponsor (1) - $850

Included on all communications/promotions of the event
Sponsor logo and link back to you website on registration website
Display at entrance and room entrances at event
Introduction by event moderators
3-5 minute presentation by sponsor to audience
Logo placed on event agenda
Display table for 2 people including light fare
The presenting sponsor will be highlighted in a one-minute video that is shared on our social media page ahead of the event, and on a loop at the event.

~~Coffee Sponsor (1) - ($500)~~ - SOLD OUT

~~Included on all communications/promotions of the event~~
~~Sponsor logo and link back to you website on registration website~~
~~Display at entrance and room entrances at event~~
~~Introduction by event moderators~~
~~Logo placed on event agenda~~
~~Display table for 1 person including light fare~~

~~Advertising Sponsor (1) - ($500)~~ - SOLD OUT

~~Included on all communications/promotions of the event~~
~~Sponsor logo and link back to you website on registration website~~
~~Display at entrance and room entrances at event~~
~~Introduction by event moderators~~
~~Logo placed on event agenda~~
~~Display table for 1 person including light fare~~

Agenda

8:00 – 8:30 AM: Breakfast & Networking
8:30 – 8:45 AM: Welcome & Introduction
8:45 – 8:50 AM: Transition to Breakout Rooms

Breakout Round 1: 8:50 – 9:30 AM (40 min)

4 concurrent sessions, 25 attendees each
Break from 9:30 AM – 9:35 AM

Breakout Round 2: 9:35 – 10:15 AM (40 min)

4 concurrent sessions, 25 attendees each
Mid-morning break from 10:15 AM – 10:30 AM

Breakout Round 3: 10:30 – 11:10 AM (40 min)

4 concurrent sessions, 25 attendees each
Break from 11:10 AM – 11:15 AM

Breakout Round 4: 11:15 – 11:55 AM (40 min)

4 concurrent sessions, 25 attendees each
Transition to main room from 11:55 AM – 12:00 PM

12:00 – 12:30 PM: Panel Discussion – All 4 Speakers

Meet our Speakers

Zoe Koulouris
Founder, Transform with Irini
Transform With Irini: Overview | LinkedIn

Session Title: Mastering Honest Conversations

Difficult conversations with hiring managers are one of the most common — and most avoided — challenges in talent acquisition. The question isn't whether they'll happen, it's whether your people are equipped to handle them well. When they are, organizations move faster, resolve conflict sooner, and build stronger cultures where honest dialogue becomes the norm.

In this 40-minute interactive breakout session, Zoe guides participants through a practical path to mastery — from understanding why these conversations break down, to building the skills and discipline to navigate them with confidence and purpose. That includes giving and receiving feedback effectively and creating the psychological safety that makes honest dialogue possible in the first place.

Audience Takeaways:

Identify the root causes that make workplace conversations with hiring managers difficult
Learn the practices and disciplines that separate skilled communicators from the rest
Practice frameworks through role-play to move from concept to real-world application
Understand the broader organizational impact when leaders commit to mastering honest dialogue

About Zoe:

Zoe Koulouris is an entrepreneur who founded, scaled, and successfully exited a software agency before turning her focus to the human systems that make or break organizational growth. Today, through Transform with Irini, she coaches and consults leaders on building the communication, trust, and organizational dynamics needed to lead adaptive, cohesive teams through change.

Andrew Biernat
Strategic Business Consultant, Keynote Speaker, & Author
Andrew Biernat Consulting and Facilitation: Overview | LinkedIn

Session Title: The Three Factors that Make Placements Stick

You know the cost of a bad hire — but what about the hidden cost of disengaged talent? Across recruiting, professionals face the same challenge: placements that look perfect on paper but flame out in 90 days, candidates who accept offers then ghost, and teams that can't retain top performers despite competitive compensation.

This interactive workshop introduces the Performance Enhancing Vitamins (PEVs) model — a research-backed framework that reveals what truly drives placement longevity and employee engagement. Through a personal assessment, teaching segments, and breakout discussions, you'll gain immediately applicable tools for both external recruiters and internal talent professionals. Many of your stakeholders see you as a recruiter. Leverage the PEVs and become their strategic advisor.

About Andrew:

Andrew Biernat is a strategic business consultant and team dynamics specialist who equips leadership teams and managers with practical frameworks to transform workplace engagement and enable cross-functional collaboration. Drawing on his diverse business background across sales, marketing, account management, and project management, he helps teams identify hidden talent patterns and redesign work processes to align with natural strengths. He is the author of The Team That Loves Mondays.

Alyssa Klimuszka
HerHR Solutions, LLC: Posts | LinkedIn

Session Title: From Burnout to Buy-In: Creating the Virtuous Cycle of Retention and Engagement

Employee retention is often approached as a strategic or operational challenge — yet the psychological experience of work plays a critical role in whether employees stay, disengage, or leave. This session explores how workplace wellness, engagement, and organizational psychology interact with retention strategies to shape what can become either a virtuous or vicious cycle of employment.

When wellness and engagement are intentionally supported, organizations can create a virtuous cycle in which employees feel valued, perform at higher levels, and remain committed. Participants will learn how aligning retention strategy with psychological drivers — such as meaningful work, supportive leadership, and a culture of wellbeing — can strengthen workforce stability and performance.

About Alyssa

Alyssa Klimuszka is the Founder and President of HerHR Solutions, where her extensive background in Human Resources fuels her passion for providing innovative and compliant solutions tailored to organizations' personnel needs. With a strong belief that people are a business's most valuable asset, Alyssa is dedicated to ensuring they remain central to all decision-making processes. Her commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture distinguishes HerHR Solutions in the industry. Armed with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources from the State University of New York at Buffalo and certifications from Cornell University and the Society of Human Resource Management, Alyssa has continued to live in her passion for the field.

With over 10 years’ experience serving in HR leadership positions with non-profit, publicly traded, and privately held organizations, both national and international, Alyssa is well versed in the complexities that come with the demands in personnel. Such industries have been in manufacturing, professional services, healthcare, financial services, engineering, and data management/information technology, and have included multiple locations across the United States and abroad in Europe, Asia, South America, and Central America.

Alyssa has been featured in publications for her excellence in Human Resources as the cover story of CIO Views Magazine, and as a Listee with the Marquis Who'sWho. Most recently, Alyssa has been elected to the Executive Committee with the Lancaster Depew Elma Chamber of Commerce, and also serves as a member of the Diversity Equity Inclusion (DEI) Committee with the Buffalo Niagara Human Resources Association.

Molly Anderson
President of Employer Tax Credit Services
Molly A. | LinkedIn

Session Title: Building a Smarter Workforce: Incentives, Inclusion & the Rochester Talent Pipeline

PRO-ROC members are facing a shared challenge: open roles, rising labor costs, and fewer candidates coming through traditional channels. The solution may already be here — in the form of untapped local talent and the financial incentives designed to support hiring it.

This session reframes workforce strategy around opportunity. Young people, justice-impacted individuals, and other underrepresented candidates represent a significant and often overlooked talent pipeline, and programs like WOTC and New York State youth hiring credits can meaningfully offset the cost of bringing them on board, while strengthening the long-term resilience of our local workforce.

Thank you to our Sponsors

Thank you to our Coffee Sponsor: Finger Lakes New York Life
https://fingerlakes.nyloffices.com/

Thank you to our Advertising Sponsor: MetroData Services
Employee Background Checks in Buffalo, NYC & New York State

About Pro-ROC

Professional Recruiters of Rochester (Pro-ROC) is a special interest group of the National Human Resources Association – Rochester Affiliate. Pro-ROC’s collaborative leadership team assists recruitment professionals in refining and enhancing the craft of talent acquisition.

The HR AI Bootcamp™: From AI Curious to AI Confident (21 Jun 2026)

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

By the end of the cohort, you will know how to think strategically about AI, evaluate risks and ethics in an HR context, and communicate AI adoption to your leadership team and employees.

Over four weeks, you will move through a structured journey:

Week 1 — June 15th

Discover: Understanding AI in HR

Build a clear, foundational understanding of AI and where it fits in your HR work.

Week 2 — June 22nd

Explore: Learning to Use AI with Confidence

Get hands-on with real tools like Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and CoPilot using actual HR scenarios.

Off Week

Happy 4th of July!

No formal classes from June 29 – July 5. Catch up and recharge!

Week 3 — July 6th

Integrate: Applying AI to Real HR Work

Start bringing AI into your day-to-day operations and leadership practices.

Week 4 — July 13th

Execute: Creating Sustainable AI Adoption

Develop your 90-day AI adoption roadmap and learn how to measure and communicate your impact.

Your Enrollment Also Includes:

4 live workshops with tool demos (6-7 pm EST on 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/26)
2 guest expert strategy sessions
Access to a live online community
HRCI eligible certification (pending approval)
Direct access to the program creator
13+ templates including an AI Glossary, Prompting Starter Pack, AI Lean Canvas, Org AI Readiness Snapshot, AI Governance Starter Framework, and more
Free access to Readiness Assessments and Job Redesign Tools
A welcome gift — The HR Black Box — for every participant

Meet Your Facilitator

How To Register

NHRA members register at the exclusive rate of $997 (Standard pricing $1,450).

If you are an existing NHRA member, you will receive your special code through email in the next few days.

Not an NHRA member yet?

Join NHRA & Unlock Savings

The HR AI Bootcamp™ is presented in partnership with NHRA and In The Worx. Enrollment is limited and spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additionally, this program has been pre-approved for 16.0 Professional Development Credits (PDCs) by the Society of Human Resource Management.

National Tech Talk - HR as Builders: How Practitioners Are Using AI and Automation to Reinvent Their Own Work (25 Jun 2026)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

A growing number of HR professionals are not just adopting AI tools — they are building them. From custom automation workflows to AI-assisted HR processes, these practitioners are transforming how their functions operate without waiting for enterprise software to catch up.

This Tech Talk brings together HR professionals who are actively building tools and automations within their own organizations, sharing what they built, why, and what it has made possible. The session challenges the "I'm not technical" narrative head-on, demonstrating that modern no-code and AI-assisted tools have fundamentally lowered the barrier to entry for anyone willing to experiment, as well as addressing the governance and ethical considerations of using AI in HR.

Learning Objectives

Exploring how HR leaders are leveraging AI to become builders
Discussing the opportunities, challenges and risks, from the operational, technical, governance, and ethical perspectives.

Panelists

Matt Bradburn is the founder of Deepgrain.ai, where he works with organisations to close the gap between what AI can do and what most organisations are actually doing with it. Matt previously founded People Collective, a people ops consultancy he grew over seven years and sold in 2023. Before that he was CPO at Peakon, which exited to Workday. He now runs his practice solo using AI agents and custom workflows, replicating the output of a six-person consultancy solo.

Soribel Feliz is the founder of Personal Algorithms, an AI governance compliance advisory practice serving healthcare organizations, federal agencies, and enterprise teams. She has built AI governance programs from the inside at the U.S. Senate, DHS, Meta, and Microsoft, focused on what holds up under regulatory, board, and legal scrutiny. She holds CIPM, CIPP/E, and CIPP/US certifications and is a certified Algorithmic Auditor. She recently launched a popular course on LinkedIn Learning titled "Managing AI Risks: 8 Common Mistakes to Avoid at Work".

Ben O’Mahony is Principal AI Engineer at Thoughtworks. He is a results-driven leader with a track record of building high-performing teams and shipping business-critical AI, ML and data products and platforms at scale. He has deep expertise across the full Engineering and Data lifecycle from research to production deployment. Ben is author of the O'Reilly book: Building AI Agent Platforms

Host
Hernan Chiosso, SPHR, CSPO is the founder of ProductizeHR, where he advises HR technology companies on product strategy and helps HR leaders navigate AI adoption. With 25+ years moving between HR leadership, product management, and software development roles, he bridges product strategy, technology, and organizational development. He also serves as Technology Director at the National Human Resources Association, National Volunteer Board, and Technical Lead at DisruptHR ROC.

The HR AI Bootcamp™: From AI Curious to AI Confident (5 Jul 2026)

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

By the end of the cohort, you will know how to think strategically about AI, evaluate risks and ethics in an HR context, and communicate AI adoption to your leadership team and employees.

Over four weeks, you will move through a structured journey:

Week 1 — June 15th

Discover: Understanding AI in HR

Build a clear, foundational understanding of AI and where it fits in your HR work.

Week 2 — June 22nd

Explore: Learning to Use AI with Confidence

Get hands-on with real tools like Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and CoPilot using actual HR scenarios.

Off Week

Happy 4th of July!

No formal classes from June 29 – July 5. Catch up and recharge!

Week 3 — July 6th

Integrate: Applying AI to Real HR Work

Start bringing AI into your day-to-day operations and leadership practices.

Week 4 — July 13th

Execute: Creating Sustainable AI Adoption

Develop your 90-day AI adoption roadmap and learn how to measure and communicate your impact.

Your Enrollment Also Includes:

4 live workshops with tool demos (6-7 pm EST on 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/26)
2 guest expert strategy sessions
Access to a live online community
HRCI eligible certification (pending approval)
Direct access to the program creator
13+ templates including an AI Glossary, Prompting Starter Pack, AI Lean Canvas, Org AI Readiness Snapshot, AI Governance Starter Framework, and more
Free access to Readiness Assessments and Job Redesign Tools
A welcome gift — The HR Black Box — for every participant

Meet Your Facilitator

How To Register

NHRA members register at the exclusive rate of $997 (Standard pricing $1,450).

If you are an existing NHRA member, you will receive your special code through email in the next few days.

Not an NHRA member yet?

Join NHRA & Unlock Savings

The HR AI Bootcamp™ is presented in partnership with NHRA and In The Worx. Enrollment is limited and spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additionally, this program has been pre-approved for 16.0 Professional Development Credits (PDCs) by the Society of Human Resource Management.

Ventura County: Today's Landscape of HR moderated by Paul Butler (8 Jul 2026)

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:20:00 GMT

Today's Landscape of HR

(NOTE: This event will be offered both in-person and online. Please select the ticket type that reflects how you will attend.)

Today’s HR executives are navigating rapid workforce shifts, rising expectations, and complex organizational risk. This executive panel offers candid, real-world insights into the challenges shaping HR leadership today while highlighting how forward-thinking leaders are strengthening readiness for what’s ahead. Panelists will share perspectives on balancing compliance and culture, responding to evolving talent demands, and positioning HR as a strategic partner in sustained organizational performance. Get ready for this lively conversation!

Learning Objectives (3-4 bullet points):

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

· Explore the most pressing risks influencing today’s HR decisions

· Identify current workforce realities shaping talent, culture, and engagement

· Examine leadership practices that build organizational readiness

· Gain executive insights to strengthen HR’s strategic impact

Moderator

Paul Butler, Co-Owner

Newleaf Training & Development

Leadership consultant and former finance executive with global experience spanning Marriott International and Hilton International. Paul partners with HR leaders worldwide to connect people strategy, leadership development, and business performance through practical, engaging insights.

Panelists

Christina Gonzalez, MPA, SPHR, SHRM-CP

Vice President of Human Resources, Granada Theatre

Strategic HR executive specializing in talent strategy, employee relations, labor negotiations, and organizational development within complex, unionized environments. Christina is known for aligning people strategies with operational and business success.

Eva Loeffler

Director of HR & Operations, Sage Network & Communications

Collaborative HR leader focused on strengthening culture, empowering teams, and driving meaningful business impact through trust, transparency, and continuous improvement. Eva also serves as President of the Ventura County chapter of PIHRA.

Paul Aguilar

Chief Human Resources & Organizational Performance Officer, Gold Coast Health Plan

Senior HR executive with more than 30 years of experience transforming organizations and building high-performance cultures. Paul brings deep expertise in strategic HR leadership, organizational development, and workforce transformation across healthcare, biotech, and logistics.

Additional Event Details

7:20 AM Registration & Networking

7:30 AM Breakfast & Introductions

7:45 AM Legal Update

8:00 AM -9:00 AM Program and Q&A

Cancellation & Credit Policy:

This event is pending for 1.25 credit hours for both HRCI & SHRM credits.

The HR AI Bootcamp™: From AI Curious to AI Confident (12 Jul 2026)

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

By the end of the cohort, you will know how to think strategically about AI, evaluate risks and ethics in an HR context, and communicate AI adoption to your leadership team and employees.

Over four weeks, you will move through a structured journey:

Week 1 — June 15th

Discover: Understanding AI in HR

Build a clear, foundational understanding of AI and where it fits in your HR work.

Week 2 — June 22nd

Explore: Learning to Use AI with Confidence

Get hands-on with real tools like Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and CoPilot using actual HR scenarios.

Off Week

Happy 4th of July!

No formal classes from June 29 – July 5. Catch up and recharge!

Week 3 — July 6th

Integrate: Applying AI to Real HR Work

Start bringing AI into your day-to-day operations and leadership practices.

Week 4 — July 13th

Execute: Creating Sustainable AI Adoption

Develop your 90-day AI adoption roadmap and learn how to measure and communicate your impact.

Your Enrollment Also Includes:

4 live workshops with tool demos (6-7 pm EST on 6/18, 6/25, 7/9, 7/26)
2 guest expert strategy sessions
Access to a live online community
HRCI eligible certification (pending approval)
Direct access to the program creator
13+ templates including an AI Glossary, Prompting Starter Pack, AI Lean Canvas, Org AI Readiness Snapshot, AI Governance Starter Framework, and more
Free access to Readiness Assessments and Job Redesign Tools
A welcome gift — The HR Black Box — for every participant

Meet Your Facilitator

How To Register

NHRA members register at the exclusive rate of $997 (Standard pricing $1,450).

If you are an existing NHRA member, you will receive your special code through email in the next few days.

Not an NHRA member yet?

Join NHRA & Unlock Savings

The HR AI Bootcamp™ is presented in partnership with NHRA and In The Worx. Enrollment is limited and spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additionally, this program has been pre-approved for 16.0 Professional Development Credits (PDCs) by the Society of Human Resource Management.

St. Louis - Annual Summer Connection Event (15 Jul 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

2026 Annual Summer Connection Event

It's that time of year again, come out to Schlafly Tap Room and enjoy food, drinks and fun with other HR professionals.

This is a free event, bring a guest and get an attendance gift and enter to win some great door prizes!

Where: The Club Room

When: Wednesday, July 15th

Time: 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

We hope to see you there!

ROC - HR Exec Sponsorship Opportunities (5 Aug 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT

In preparation for the 2026 HR Executive and Rising Star Luncheon, we have opened sponsorship opportunities! Please read the descriptions below on the different sponsorship opportunities that we offer. This year’s luncheon will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at Monroe Golf Club.

Questions on sponsorship opportunities? Please contact Gina Sullivan (Gsullivan@mindex.com), Michele Ebenhoch (Mebenhoch@hotmail.com), or Tony Palmeri (Apalmeri@aerotek.com).

~~Presenting - $4,500 (1) - Sold Out~~

~~Reserved seating in prime location at event (2 tables of 8).~~
~~Pre Packaged Sponsorship Kit (4 LinkedIn Images, Web Copy, Social Media Copy & Email Header).~~
~~Event program recognition, strategic placement of full-page color ad in program booklet (inside cover or back page).~~
~~Your organization’s signage at the event.~~
~~A few moments to speak during the event.~~
~~Your logo and the NHRA logo will appear on table signs.~~
~~Recognition of your sponsorship in event presentation and on NHRA’s website.~~
~~Inclusion in pre-event and post event publicity.~~

~~Giveaway - $4,000 - Sold Out~~

~~Reserved seating in prime location at event (1 table of 8).~~
~~Pre Packaged Sponsorship Kit (Web Copy, Social Media Copy).~~
~~Event program recognition, full-page color ad in program booklet (other than inside cover or back page).~~
~~Your logo and sponsorship call out on NHRA’s social media and on event table signs.~~
~~Recognition of your sponsorship in event presentation.~~
~~Co-branded event giveaway item with your logo and NHRA’s logo.~~
~~Inclusion in pre-event and post event publicity.~~

Platinum - $2,500

Reserved seating in prime location at event (1 table of 8).
Pre Packaged Sponsorship Kit (Web Copy, Social Media Copy).
Event program recognition, full-page color ad in program booklet (other than inside cover or back page).
Your logo and sponsorship call out on NHRA’s social media and on event table signs.
Recognition of your sponsorship in event presentation.
Inclusion in pre-event and post event publicity

Gold - $2,000

Reserved seating (4 tickets to event).
Inclusion in pre-event and post event publicity
Recognition in event program with a 1/2 page color ad.
Recognition of your sponsorship in event presentation.

Video - $1,750 (1)

Open seating (2 tickets to event).
Logo featured prominently in promotional video featuring HR Executive of the Year & Rising Star honorees.
Recognition in event program with your logo.

~~Dessert - $1,250 (1) - Sold Out~~

~~Open seating (2 tickets to event).~~
~~Your logo printed on sugar cookies at each table.~~

Photography - $1,000 (1)

Open seating (2 tickets to event).
Recognition of your sponsorship in event presentation.
Recognition in event program with your logo.

~~Meet & Greet-Dinner - $1,000 (1) - Sold Out~~

~~Taking place on June 9, 2026 at the Monroe's.~~
~~2 tickets to Meet & Greet.~~
~~A few moments to speak during opening remarks.~~
~~Display table at the event.~~

Meet & Greet-Network - $800 (1)

Taking place on June 9, 2026 at the Monroe's.
2 tickets to Meet & Greet.
A few moments to speak during opening remarks.
Display table at the event.

Flowers - $800 (1)

Open seating (2 tickets to event).
Logo displayed with floral arrangements.

Program - $800

Open seating (2 tickets to event).
Recognition in event program with your logo and a 1/2 page color ad.

Supporter - $350

Open seating (1 ticket to event).
Recognition in event program with your logo.

Ventura County: Beyond Words: The Hidden Dynamics Shaping Every HR Conversation (12 Aug 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:20:00 GMT

Beyond Words: The Hidden Dynamics Shaping Every HR Conversation

(NOTE: This event will be offered both in-person and online. Please select the ticket type that reflects how you will attend.)

Every difficult HR conversation has two versions: the one you prepared for, and the one that actually happened. The gap isn't a communication problem — it's a visibility problem. Transactional Intelligence™ (TQ) is a structured methodology for navigating the hidden layer beneath every conversation — the human exchanges that produce every outcome. In this session, you won't receive a framework. You'll practice inside live exchanges and discover exactly where your blind spots live.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

Distinguish the two layers of every exchange — the visible content and the invisible current moving beneath it — and articulate why the gap between them drives most HR breakdowns.
Apply the foundational TQ skill in real time — identifying what is actually moving in a live exchange, separate from what is being said.
Recognize Low TQ patterns in their own transactions — including the tendency to soften, avoid, or misread the exchange — and name what a High TQ response requires instead.
Practice under pressure with a real partner — experiencing firsthand how stakes, time limits, and partner rotation reveal transactional blind spots that reflection alone cannot surface.

John Patterson

CEO & Co-Founder

Influential U

John Patterson is Co-Founder and CEO of Influential U® and co-author of Transactional Intelligence™: Why It Matters More Than Expertise, available August 4, 2026. His career has been defined by a single preoccupation: what conditions produce high performance — and how do you build them deliberately. Before co-founding Influential U, he designed curriculum for a $5B enterprise of 40,000 people, then spent more than two decades as a master trainer and regional director at a global personal development organization — running a train-the-trainer program for sixteen years and leading programs in leadership, communication, and performance for tens of thousands of people across multiple countries. Since 2009, he has built the full delivery infrastructure of Influential U and taken the work to corporate stages and executive boardrooms across more than twenty countries, working privately with the executives and teams who want to go deeper.

Additional Event Details

7:20 AM Registration & Networking

7:30 AM Breakfast & Introductions

7:45 AM Legal Update

8:00 AM -9:00 AM Program and Q&A

Cancellation & Credit Policy:

This event is pending for 1.25 credit hours for both HRCI & SHRM credits.