Monthly Events and Programs Descriptions

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Breakfast Programs:

Join us every 2nd Tuesday (excluding April, August, and September) from 7:30 am to 9 am for our monthly learning programs. Hosted by the Professional Development Committee and held at the HACC Lancaster East building (1641 Old Philadelphia Pike), these programs are usually eligible for SHRM and HRCI continuing education credits.

  • January 14th, 2025 – The Infinite ROI of Care, speaker Danny Goldberg
  • February 11th, 2025 – Tame the Grizzly: Training for Healthy Conflict Engagement, speaker Greg Davidson Laszakovits
  • March 11th, 2025 -Spring Legal Update, speaker Micah Saul, *Extended program to 9:15 am
  • April 2025 – No Breakfast Program, Register for the Spring Conference!
  • May 13th, 2025 – Emotional Trauma 101 for HR, speaker Ruby Nolt
  • June 10th, 2025 – Empowerment Through Resources, speaker Mike Lewis
  • July 8th, 2025 – The People Component of EOS, speaker Bill Stratton
  • August 2025 – Summer Break: No Breakfast Program
  • September 2025 – No Breakfast Program, Register for the Fall Legal Update Conference!
  • October 14th, 2025 – Navigating the Evolution of Diversity and Inclusion, facilitated by the Workforce Inclusion Committee, *Extended program to 9:30 am
  • November 11th, 2025 – Veterans in the Workplace
  • December 9th, 2025 – Topic & Speaker TBD, *Extended Program to 9:30 am due to Annual Business Meeting

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Conferences:

Hosted twice a year at the IU-13 Training Center, join over 150 attendees for a full day of HR content. Conferences are eligible SHRM and HRCI continuing education credits. Learn more about our Conferences here.

  • Friday, April 25th, 2025 – Spring Professional Development Conference
    • Join us for a day of networking, learning and empowerment at the LSHRM Spring Professional Development Conference. Our one-day conference will include 5 sessions covering:
      • Clear, Concise, and Confident Communication
      • Strategies for Implementing Effective Workforce Policies and Practices
      • Managing a Hybrid Workforce
      • Retention and Benefits
      • Intentionally Building Trust Every Day Through HR
  • Friday, September 26th, 2025 – Fall Legal Update Conference
    • Lancaster SHRM’S 2025 Fall Legal Update will provide a comprehensive overview of today’s hot legal topics impacting employers. Attendees will leave with the tools and know-how to ensure their organizations remain compliant with federal and state employment laws, in this ever-changing legal landscape. Our one-day conference will include 4 sessions as well as breakfast and lunch. Our one-day conference will include 4 sessions covering:
      • Civility Not Sterility
      • Marijuana and the Workplace of Tomorrow: Federal Legal Shifts, Safety-Sensitive Roles, and Employer Protections 
      • Trump 2.0 – What HR Professionals Can Expect Under the Current Administration 
      • Navigating Through the Maze of Traditional Labor Issues

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Certification Prep Classes:

Our Professional Development Committee hosts two certification prep series each year. Spring classes cover the HRCI credentials, and fall classes cover the SHRM credentials. They typically last 13 weeks, occur in the evenings from 6 pm to 9 pm, and are held in-person at the Workforce Development Board Conference Room (1046 Manheim Pike). Learn more about our Certification Prep Courses here.

  • Spring 2025 – HRCI Cert Prep- CANCELED: Monday, February 17th through Monday, May 19th (includes an extra week in case of inclement weather)
  • Fall 2025 – SHRM Cert Prep– Registration closes Sept. 5th, 2025
    • Monday, September 8th through Monday, December 1st (includes an extra week in case of inclement weather).

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HR 101 Series:

Hosted by the Government Affairs Committee, this 6-block series follows the “life of an employee” and rotates every 1.5 years.  Join us at the Workforce Development Board (1046 Manheim Pike) from 12 pm to 1:15 pm, whether you’re an emerging HR professional or need a little refresh on the basics of HR. 

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Virtual Lunch & Learn:

Log in virtually from 12 pm to 1:15 pm for a facilitated discussion highlighting current policies. Hosted by the Government Affairs Committee virtually, this series keeps HR professionals informed on legal updates and in compliance.

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New Member Orientations:

Our Membership Committee hosts a virtual orientation the 2nd Wednesday of every other month from 5:30 pm to 6 pm. Seasoned members welcome too!

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Workforce WOW

Our Workforce WOW Series investigates local workforce resources for your organizations.

Inclusive Leadership Workshop Experience in Partnership with Leadership Lancaster: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 from 5:00-7:00pm. Canceled

More Event Dates Coming Soon

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HR Rocks

Celebrate and Network during these quarterly mixers.

Professional Mixer: Thursday, April 3, 2025 from 4:30-5:45 pm- Hosted by LSHRM and Net at Work, this free mixer is an informal way to network and catch up with your fellow professionals. 

Professional Mixer: Thursday, June 26, 2025 from 5:30-7:30 pm- Hosted by LSHRM and EHD, this free mixer is an informal way to network and catch up with your fellow professionals. 

Professional Mixer: Thursday, September 18, 2025 from 5:00-7:00 pm- Hosted by LSHRM and Hubric Resources, this free mixer is an informal way to network and catch up with your fellow professionals. 

Casual Post Conference Mixer: Friday, September 26, 2025. Join us immediately following the conference closing, approx 4:30 pm for casual post-conference networking. Food & Drinks on your own.

BierHall Brewing Company
703 New Holland Pike
Lancaster, PA 17601

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Annual Membership Celebration

Join us in the last quarter of 2025 to celebrate year end accomplishments! This event is hosted by the Membership Committee.

2025: Date Coming Soon.

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Board of Directors & Committee Meeting

Interested in joining as an LSHRM volunteer? Join any committee meeting to see where a good fit is! A list of committees and their goals is listed here.

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