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Rescheduled! 
Recruiting Tips for HR Teams
Thursday, March 30 from 8-10AM
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We are the Western Connecticut affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management. Whether you are new to the HR field or have many years of experience, our chapter offers networking, educational resources, professional development, updates on legislative changes affecting local employers and so much more.

We welcome your use of this site as a resource and encourage you to check back frequently for updated information. We also encourage your involvement and suggestions about all of our activities.

We invite you to attend any upcoming event – it’s the best way to see firsthand what we offer to HR professionals and those interested in entering the HR field.

If you are not a member of SHRM National, we encourage you to join that organization as well.  Together, we are better!   Fill out a membership application online at www.shrm.org. Don't forget to enter the SHRM Western CT Chapter (Chapter #441) info under local affiliate!

 

Upcoming Events

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  • Recruiting Tips for HR Teams - In Person Breakfast Meeting
    March 30, 2023 - 8:00am
    Location:
    Hampton Inn, 81 Newtown Road, Danbury

    Re-scheduled!
    RECRUITING TIPS FOR HR TEAMS

    Our presenter for this program is Kara Chamberlain, Talent Acquisition Manager for Ability Beyond in Danbury, where she is responsible for the full-cycle recruitment strategy. 

    In this difficult recruiting climate where there are more jobs...

  • Spring 2023 HR Networking Event - EVENING RECEPTION
    April 13, 2023 - 5:00pm
    Location:
    Quirk Works Brewery & Blendery

    Thursday April 13
    5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

    Network with your area HR colleagues and celebrate the end of winter! 

    All are welcome – whether you are an HR professional, a college student interested in HR, someone who wants to enter the HR profession or those who provide a product or service to...

  • Smash the Silos - So Your HR Initiatives Can Survive and Thrive! - DINNER EVENT
    May 10, 2023 - 5:00pm
    Location:
    Hampton Inn, 81 Newtown Road, Danbury

    SMASH THE SILOS
    So that your HR initiatives can survive and thrive!

    Wednesday, May 10, 2023 - 5:00 - 7:00 pm
    DINNER EVENT

    Pizza and salad dinner provided by Pieology!
    https://pieology.com/

    ...

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