Past Meetings
SVSHRM Spring Leadership Breakfast
Bridgewater College, Boitnott Room
Kline Campus Center, 410 E College St
Bridgewater, VA 22812
Venue website
In a world full of distractions and constant change, effective leadership starts with better conversations. In this interactive session, Michael O’Brien will share strategies and communication tools that help leaders build trust, create clarity, and move
Virginia Micro-Internship Experience: Info Session for Employers
YOU MUST REGISTER THROUGH VENUE WEBISTE: Discover how your organization can tap into Virginia’s emerging talent..at no cost...through 15-hour paid micro-internships.
Gen Z Meets the Workforce: Myths, Realities & Lessons for HR
James Madison University - Hartman Hall Forum Room 2021
421 Bluestone Drive
Harrisonburg, VA 22807
Gen Z is entering the workforce fast, but what’s myth and what’s reality? This interactive, student-hosted session brings together JMU faculty, Gen Z voices, and HR professionals to explore what research actually says about Gen Z at work and how organizat
Save the Date: 2026 SHRM Virginia & DC State Conference!
The Cavalier Resort
4200 Atlantic Ave
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Venue website
Join HR professionals from across the Commonwealth at the 2026 Annual Conference hosted by SHRM Virginia & DC State Council — April 12–15 in Virginia Beach! This year’s theme, “Heroes Don’t Wait,” celebrates the bold leadership and everyday impact of HR p
Workforce Trends: Understanding Shortages & HR’s Role in Solutions
Plecker Workforce Center & Virtual
One College Lane
Weyers Cave, VA 24486
Venue website
Today’s workforce is evolving rapidly, presenting new challenges and opportunities for HR professionals. Join Dr. John A. Downey, President of Blue Ridge Community College, for a research-based discussion on workforce trends, the root causes of labor shor
From Dysfunction to Dynamo: HR’s Role in Turning Things Around
Plecker Workforce Center & Virtual
One College Lane
Weyers Cave, VA 24486
Venue website
When teams struggle with high turnover, low engagement, or missed goals, HR is often called in to help—but knowing where to start can be the hardest part. In this session, Rachel Lee explores how HR leaders can move from reacting to problems to proactivel
SVSHRM Winter Mixer
Hotel Madison
710 S Main Street
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Venue website
Join us for a relaxed evening of conversation and connection with HR professionals from across the Shenandoah Valley. Stop in for a few minutes or stay awhile - this come-and-go mixer is designed for busy schedules.
