Events

2024 - May 8 - Half Day Legal update

Join us for the next AASHRM Chapter Event

Akron Area SHRM is inviting you to: "Half Day Legal Update" - presented by Adam Primm

Location: House of 330 in the cabaret / 532 W Market Street Akron OH 44303

Agenda:
7:30am - Registration Opens
8:00am - Networking & Breakfast
8:20am - Announcements
8:30am - Presentations Begin

Price:
$69 - Members; $79 Non-Members; $49 - Members In-Transition; and $39- Students.

Session Description: TBD
Speaker Bio: Adam maintains a growing labor and employment practice that includes representing public and private sector employers in all areas of employment and labor relations, as well as related employment litigation before federal and state administrative agencies and in trial courts in over 20 states.

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2024 May 16 - Fireside Chat

2024 - May 16 - Fireside Chat - Via Zoom

Akron Area SHRM is inviting you to our next FIRESIDE CHAT.

TOPIC: TBD

12 Noon to 1pm
VIA ZOOM

This is a FREE EVENT. Please register and we'll send you the zoom login information.

2024 - May 30 - Happy Hour / Networking Event

Join us for the next AASHRM Happy Hour / Networking Event, sponsored by Paylocity!!!
Location: Nauti Vine / 3950 S Main St / Akron, OH 44319

No need to register - just come out and network with your AASHRM Colleagues.

Guests are encouraged to come/go as they wish anytime between 4:30-7pm.

Complimentary drink & appetizers provided by our sponsor.

Overflow parking is available in the plaza across the street from Nauti Vine.

Thank you to our Sponsor, Paylocity!

2024 - June 12 - Supporting Employee Mental Health in the Workplace

Join us for the next AASHRM Chapter Event

Akron Area SHRM is inviting you to: "Supporting Employee Mental Health in the Workplace," presented by Kyle Patrick Smith.

Location: Wine Room at House 330 / 532 W Market Street Akron OH 44303

Agenda:
7:30am - Registration Opens
8:00am - Networking & Breakfast
8:20am - Announcements
8:30am - Presentations Begin

Price: $30 Members, $40 Non-Members, $15 Students, $15 Members-in-transition

Session Description: The presentation delves into the prevalence of mental health issues in the workplace, providing data to highlight the scope of the issue. It addresses recognizing signs of mental health challenges, emphasizes the importance of proactive measures by managers to prevent issues, and outlines supportive strategies leaders can undertake for employees facing mental health concerns.

Speaker Bio:Kyle Patrick Smith is a seasoned professional with an unwavering passion for Human Resources and a stellar record of leadership over more than 25 years in this dynamic field. Kyle’s career is distinguished by his unwavering commitment to nurturing talent, promoting employee well-being, and driving organizational success. With a rich academic background, including an MBA with a focus on Human Resources, a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and an Associate’s degree in Business Management, Kyle has continuously evolved his expertise to create harmonious workplaces where individuals can thrive. His current pursuit of a Masters in Counseling exemplifies his dedication to facilitating holistic growth and personal fulfillment. He often speaks on topics related to leadership, talent attraction, employee retention, and employee and candidate success. His weekly podcast, The HRKyle Podcast, heard over most major podcasting platforms, provides a wealth of HR advice and insights that cater to businesses of all sizes and individuals in pursuit of meaningful careers. Kyle is also a sought-after speaker because of his positive, dynamic, and engaging style, and recently published his first book, “Recruiting is Easy”, which is available for purchase at most major online retailers. You can connect with Kyle at hrkyle.com and on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/thehrkyle.

Thank you to our sponsor:

2024 June 20- DEI Webinar

2024 - June 20- DEI Webinar

Akron Area SHRM is inviting you to the next DEI Webinar. Topic is Destigmatizing Mental Health in the Workplace.

This is a FREE EVENT. Please register and we'll send you the zoom login information.

2024 - June 27 - Happy Hour / Networking Event

Join us for the next AASHRM Happy Hour / Networking Event
Location:
Pick’s at Portage Lakes
530 Portage Lakes Drive
Akron, OH 44319

No need to register - just come out and network with your AASHRM Colleagues.

Guests are encouraged to come/go as they wish anytime between 4:30-7pm.

Complimentary drink & appetizers provided by our sponsor.

AASHRM will have several tables either under or behind the pavilion on the grass)

Thank you to our Sponsor:

2024 July 11- Fireside Chat

2024 - July 11- Fireside Chat - Via Zoom

Akron Area SHRM is inviting you to our next FIRESIDE CHAT.

TOPIC: TBD

12 Noon to 1pm
VIA ZOOM

This is a FREE EVENT. Please register and we'll send you the zoom login information.

2024 - July 18 - Joint Chapter Meeting /Building Your Personal Brand - like a boss

July 2024 Chapter Meeting - IN PERSON

Join us for a joint chapter meeting at the Kent State Stark Conference Center for "Building Your Personal Brand - like a boss," presented by John Bernatovicz.
Members of the five participating chapters should click on the GUEST Pricing option AND use the promo code provided by the chapter. The use of the promo code will reduce the non member price to the member price.

READY TO REGISTER?
The link will take you to the Stark County SHRM Ecommerce system to register for this event.

Thank you to our Joint Chapter Sponsors:

Session Description:
Join us to be a part of a very personal story that delves into the transformative journey of creating HR Like a Boss and the immense impact it has had on the author's life, his business, and the HR community. Attendees will discover practical strategies and inspiring anecdotes illustrating how individuals can develop their personal brand with confidence and authority. Through real-life examples, the presentation will highlight the profound impact HR Like a Boss has had on individuals' lives and the wider community, demonstrating the power of strategic personal branding in fostering professional success and community engagement. Join us to learn how to craft your own narrative and leave a lasting impression, just like a boss.

Speaker Bio:
John Bernatovicz, hailing originally from Doylestown, Ohio, comes from a family with diverse achievements. His father was the CEO of a regional hospital, while his mother earned acclaim as a watercolor artist. John is the youngest among his three siblings. He's been happily married for 26 years to his wife, whom he first met on the school bus back in 8th grade. Together, they have two children, Will, aged 16, and Mallory, aged 14, after whom John named his company, Willory. Will is an entrepreneur running his own lawn service while also actively participating in soccer and tennis. Mallory, on the other hand, is deeply involved in art, animal activism, and tennis.
When John is not spending time with his family, you will find him most likely working on his golf game. Early on in his life, John reached impressive results on the golf course, having been an All-Ohio golfer and an Academic All-American during his time at Kent State University. He boasts two holes in one and an albatross to his name, along with a remarkable feat of shooting 60 for 18 consecutive holes. Notably, John even bested the greatest golfer of all time, Tiger Woods, in a golf tournament.
Professionally, John embarked on his career in the HR tech space by working for ADP and has since founded six companies. He is currently the president of Willory, a boutique professional services firm providing HR & payroll staffing along with HR technology consulting support. John is also an accomplished author, with his book "HR Like a Boss" becoming SHRM Books' first-ever #1 New Release on Amazon in the Human Resources category. Additionally, John is a sought-after keynote speaker and has appeared at over three hundred local, regional, and international events including SHRM Talent and SHRM Annual Conference.

2024 - July 31 - Happy Hour / Networking Event

Join us for the next AASHRM Happy Hour / Networking Event
Location: Lock 15 21 West North Street Suite TL 1, Akron, OH 44304

No need to register - just come out and network with your AASHRM Colleagues.

Guests are encouraged to come/go as they wish anytime between 4:30-7pm.

Complimentary drink & appetizers provided by our sponsor Aegis 360 Consulting!

Thank you to our Sponsor:

2024 - August 14 -

Join us for the next AASHRM Chapter Event

Akron Area SHRM is inviting you to "Plan your 2025 Training and Development Strategy with a panel of Experts," with speaker panel: Rachel Crane, Brandon Waithe, Akilah Thomas, and Jessica Schemrich, CPTD.

Location: Wine Room at House 330 / 532 W Market Street Akron OH 44303

Agenda:
7:30am - Registration Opens
8:00am - Networking & Breakfast
8:20am - Announcements
8:30am - Presentations Begin

Price: $30 Members, $40 Non-Members, $15 Students, $15 Members-in-transition

Session Description: TBD.

Speaker Bio:TBD

Thank you to our sponsor:

2024 August 22- DEI Webinar

2024 - August 22- DEI Webinar

Akron Area SHRM is inviting you to the next DEI Webinar. Topic is TBD.

This is a FREE EVENT. Please register and we'll send you the zoom login information.

2024 - August 29 -Happy Hour / Networking Event

Join us for the next AASHRM Happy Hour / Networking Event
Location:
Sarah’s Vineyard
1204 W Steels Corners Rd
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223

No need to register - just come out and network with your AASHRM Colleagues.

Guests are encouraged to come/go as they wish anytime between 4:30-7pm.

Complimentary drink & appetizers provided by our sponsor.

Thank you to our Sponsor:

2024 -October 9- State of the Benefits Market

Join us for the next AASHRM Chapter Event

Akron Area SHRM is inviting you to: "State of the Benefits Market" - presented by Joe Roberts

Location: TBD

Agenda:
7:30am - Registration Opens
8:00am - Networking & Breakfast
8:20am - Announcements
8:30am - Presentations Begin

Price:
$30 Members, $40 Non-Members, $15 Students, $15 Members-in-transition

Session Description: TBD

Speaker Bio: TBD

Thank you to our Sponsor:

2024 October 17- Fireside Chat

2024 - October 17- Fireside Chat - Via Zoom

Akron Area SHRM is inviting you to our next FIRESIDE CHAT.

TOPIC: TBD

12 Noon to 1pm
VIA ZOOM

This is a FREE EVENT. Please register and we'll send you the zoom login information.

2024 - October 24 - Happy Hour / Networking Event

Join us for the next AASHRM Happy Hour / Networking Event
Location:
Leo's Italian Social
2251 Front Street
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

No need to register - just come out and network with your AASHRM Colleagues.

Guests are encouraged to come/go as they wish anytime between 4:30-7pm.

Complimentary drink & appetizers provided by our sponsor.

Thank you to our Sponsor:

2024 - November 13 - Career Navigation for You and Others

Join us for the next AASHRM Chapter Event

Akron Area SHRM is inviting you to: "Career Navigation for You and Others," presented by George Sample

Location: Wine Room at House 330 / 532 W Market Street Akron OH 44303

Agenda:
7:30am - Registration Opens
8:00am - Networking & Breakfast
8:20am - Announcements
8:30am - Presentations Begin

Price:
$30 Members, $40 Non-Members, $15 Students, $15 Members-in-transition

Session Description: In this session, we will help you create a framework to consistently evaluate what you want out of your career, then discuss strategies and tactics for navigating through your career. Once you have mastered being the boss of your own career, we will discuss how you empower those around you to be the boss of their careers. This session will dive into succession planning, workforce planning, organization design, and performance management because the HR professional that truly understands these disciplines can accelerate the career growth of themselves and the people around them.

Speaker Bio:George Sample is a Cleveland native who graduated from John Hay High School. George proceeded to John Carroll University, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in computer science. He later returned to John Carroll to earn his MBA.

George is the principal consultant at Blue Streak Consultants. He was previously a Vice President at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland where he led three different teams during his tenure (Strategy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Human Resources Business Partners). Prior to joining the Bank, George served as the Director of Human Resources for the Cuyahoga County Public Library. George served in Human Resources Manager roles at the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District and The Lubrizol Corporation.

George serves on the Board of Directors for John Carroll University, United Way of Greater Cleveland, and the Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation. He is Past President of Cleveland Society of Human Resource Management. He is also the Cleveland Crain's Excellence in HR Awards 2021 Winner: Overall Excellence.

George resides in Strongsville with his wife Tanya, and his daughters Jordan and AJ. George coaches travel soccer and plays basketball.

Thank you to our sponsor:

2024 November 21 - DEI Webinar

2024 - November 21 - DEI Webinar

Akron Area SHRM is inviting you to the next DEI Webinar. Topic is Veterans Q&A.

This is a FREE EVENT. Please register and we'll send you the zoom login information.