Stark County Human Resource Association

08/30/2026

☕ Tuesday morning — grab your coffee and join us!

Stark County SHRM is back from summer break, and we’re kicking things off with a great Coffee & Chat session:

Psychological Safety: More Than Just Being Nice

After a brief introduction to this topic at DisruptHR Columbus, Valarie Nash, SHRM-SCP will dig into what psychological safety really means—and what it doesn’t.

We’ll talk about trust, candor, accountability, speaking up, and the leadership behaviors that can either strengthen psychological safety or quietly shut it down.

And remember—this is Coffee & Chat, so come ready to be part of the conversation! ☕💬

📅 Tuesday, September 1
⏰ 7:30 AM
💻 Virtual
💙 FREE to attend

Special thanks to our co-hosts Brenda S. Basso, ChHC® & Jill Windelspecht!

➡️ Register at SCHRA.ohioshrm.org

Start your Tuesday with some coffee, connection, and a great conversation. Hope to see you there!

08/24/2026

Don’t forget to register for our upcoming virtual Lunch & Learn!

Join Ann McGill and Brian Brown from the Stark County Child Support Enforcement Agency as they help employers better understand how to navigate child support orders involving their employees—and how we can help employees understand the process, too.

📅 Wednesday, August 26
⏰ 11:30 a.m.
💻 Virtual
💚 FREE for Stark County SHRM members
🎟️ $10 for non-members

What a meaningful way to recognize Child Support Awareness Month—by learning more, supporting our employees and doing our part to help ensure children have what they need to thrive and succeed!

Register at schra.ohioshrm.org.

08/20/2026

What’s happening in Washington and Columbus—and what could the November midterm elections mean for Ohio employers?

Join Stark County SHRM on Tuesday, September 15, for our Annual Legislative Meeting featuring Kallen Boyer, Esq., Director of Legislative/Government Affairs with Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A.

Kallen will break down the federal and statewide legal developments HR professionals need to be watching and share insight into the issues that could be impacted by this year’s midterm elections.

We are also pleased to recognize Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A., our 2026 Platinum Sponsor, for sponsoring this luncheon and supporting Stark County SHRM throughout the year.

Don’t miss one of our most important membership meetings of the year!

Register at schra.ohioshrm.org.

08/16/2026

☕ WE’RE BACK!

Stark County SHRM is back from summer break, and we’re kicking off our fall programming with our September Coffee & Chat!

Last week at DisruptHR Columbus, Valarie Nash, SHRM-SCP gave us a five-minute introduction to a topic that deserves a MUCH bigger conversation:

PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY: More Than Just Being Nice

So on Tuesday, September 1 at 7:30 AM, we’re continuing the conversation!

We hear psychological safety everywhere—but somewhere along the way, we started confusing safety with comfort.
Psychological safety doesn’t mean everyone agrees. It doesn’t mean avoiding difficult conversations. And it certainly doesn’t mean eliminating accountability.

In fact, sometimes speaking up doesn’t feel safe at all.

Join Valarie, President of 821 Consulting LLC, for an interactive 45-minute conversation about what psychological safety really looks like at work, including:

☕ Why comfort and psychological safety aren’t the same thing
☕ What happens after someone takes the risk to speak up
☕ How leaders unintentionally teach employees to stay quiet
☕ Why accountability and psychological safety belong together
☕ What we can do differently to build cultures of trust, candor and courage

And this is Coffee & Chat—not Coffee & Listen! We want your experiences, questions, ideas and perspectives in the conversation.

A special thank-you to our Coffee & Chat co-hosts Brenda S. Basso, ChHC® and Jill Windelspecht for kicking off fall with a bang!

📅 Tuesday, September 1, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM
💻 Virtual
💙 FREE to attend!
➡️ Register at SCHRA.ohioshrm.org

If five minutes at DisruptHR got the conversation started, imagine what we can do with 45. ☕💬

08/10/2026

💚 August is Child Support Awareness Month—and Stark County SHRM is proud to support the Stark County Child Support Enforcement Agency and the important work it does for local families, employees and employers.

Join us for:
Empowering Employers: Navigating Child Support with Confidence

📅 August 26
⏰ 11:30 a.m.
💻 Virtual session

Presenter Ann Durkin McGill, MBA, Deputy Director of Child Support, will help employers better understand:

• Income withholding requirements
• Ohio new-hire reporting and employee terminations
• Lump-sum reporting
• Electronic child support payments
• Medical support notices
• Frequently asked HR questions
• Strategies for sensitive employee conversations
• Resources and contacts for additional assistance

Gain practical guidance to help your organization meet its responsibilities and navigate child support matters confidently.

Register at schra.ohioshrm.org

07/28/2026

Ready to earn your SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® certification?

Cleveland SHRM is offering a 10-week virtual study group using the 2026 SHRM Learning System—and Stark County SHRM members are eligible for the discounted member rate!

This intensive program includes experienced facilitation, SHRM BaSK®-based learning modules, interactive study tools, books and comprehensive exam preparation.

📅 Wednesdays, September 9–November 11, 2026
⏰ 6:00–9:00 p.m.
💻 Virtual
💲 $1,050 for members | $1,250 for nonmembers
📚 SHRM Learning System and books included

Stark County SHRM members should email [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) to request the discount code.

Registration closes August 14, 2026, and at least five registrants are required for the study group to proceed.

Take the lead. Invest in your professional growth. Become SHRM-certified!

07/27/2026

📣 Thinking about earning your PHR or SPHR certification?

Stark County SHRM is happy to share an upcoming opportunity from HR Professionals Magazine for HR professionals ready to take that next step in their professional development!

The Online HRCI PHR | SPHR Certification Prep Class begins August 19, 2026 and includes:

📚 8 weeks of online instruction
💻 Classes Monday & Wednesday, 6:00–7:00 PM
📖 HRCP: Human Resource Certification Preparation 2026 study materials included
✅ Practice exams and hundreds of flashcards
🎯 Reported 90% pass rate
💰 $950 + $25 shipping

The program also offers a class-retake guarantee for participants who meet the attendance and practice-quiz requirements but do not pass the exam.

📅 Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

If earning your PHR or SPHR has been on your professional goals list, this could be a great opportunity to get structured preparation and support as you work toward certification.

See the flyer for registration and contact information.

Just a reminder that all Stark County SHRM monthly in person meetings are certified!!!

06/30/2026

📣 Have you been thinking about earning your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP?

SHRM certification is one of the best investments you can make in your HR career, and this free informational webinar is a great place to start. Learn about eligibility, the exam process, preparation resources, and the value of becoming SHRM-certified.

👉 Register for the webinar here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2017744737641/WN_xFdUC5Y3Szq1MnREw3jgSg

As a Stark County SHRM member, you’ll enjoy opportunities to continue your professional development long after certification. Our chapter offers engaging monthly in-person meetings, networking with fellow HR professionals, and virtual programs that offer SHRM recertification credits, making it easy to maintain your credential while staying current on HR trends and best practices.

Whether you’re preparing for your first certification or maintaining your existing credential, Stark County SHRM is here to support you every step of the way.

We hope you’ll join us—both for this webinar and at an upcoming chapter meeting!

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06/22/2026

You don't have to navigate HR alone.

Whether you're an experienced HR leader, a department of one, a people manager, or someone looking to grow your leadership skills, Stark County SHRM provides the connections, resources, and professional development opportunities to help you succeed.

As a member, you'll gain access to:
✔ Educational programs featuring expert speakers
✔ SHRM and HRCI recertification credits
✔ Networking with HR professionals and business leaders
✔ Free Coffee & Chat sessions and HR Roundtables
✔ Leadership and volunteer opportunities
✔ A local community committed to supporting your growth and success

And through SHRM, you'll have access to industry-leading research, compliance updates, HR templates, benchmarking data, employment law resources, and expert guidance to help you lead with confidence.

The workplace continues to evolve. Make sure you have a community that evolves with it.

Join SHRM today and select **Stark County SHRM** as your primary chapter designation.

🌐 [www.shrm.org/membership](http://www.shrm.org/membership)

Learn more about our chapter and upcoming events:
🌐 schra.ohioshrm.org

05/28/2026

✨ Curious About SHRM Membership? Discover the Value of BOTH National & Local Connections! ✨

Whether you’re brand new to HR, an experienced professional, a people leader, or someone looking to grow your network and career — SHRM membership provides resources, education, advocacy, and connections that support you at every stage of your professional journey.

📅 Join the FREE SHRM Membership Benefits Webinar
🗓 June 9, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT

During this session, you’ll learn about:
✅ SHRM national member benefits and resources
✅ Professional development opportunities
✅ HR tools, templates, and certification support
✅ Networking and leadership opportunities
✅ Ways to stay informed on workplace trends and legislation

And locally… 👏

As an affiliate chapter of SHRM, provides members with incredible opportunities to connect right here in our community through:
⭐ Monthly professional development meetings
⭐ SHRM & HRCI certification credits
⭐ Dynamic speakers and timely HR topics
⭐ Networking with HR and business professionals
⭐ Access to local sponsors, partners, and resources
⭐ Leadership and volunteer opportunities
⭐ A welcoming HR community focused on learning and growth

At Stark County SHRM, we believe the combination of national SHRM resources and strong local chapter engagement creates an even more valuable membership experience.

📣 Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with colleagues, HR professionals, emerging leaders, students, and anyone interested in growing their career in Human Resources.