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BNHRC provides many programming opportunities for members and guests to network with local professionals, learn more about HR-related topics, and earn SHRM and HRCI recertification credits. Online registration is required for members and guests for most events in advance.

Monthly chapter events are virtual and typically held on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 11:50 am - 1:00 pm. Registration fees for monthly chapter events are included in annual membership dues. Guests will be charged any applicable registration fees at time of registration that must be paid in accordance with our event payment policies.

upcoming events


  • HR Roundtable: Navigating the Rise of AI

    • March 13, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Mid-Central Community Action, 1301 W Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701
    Register

    Join BNHRC for our next HR Roundtable on Thursday, March 13, 2025 from 12 - 1 PM! 

    About our Roundtables: 

    • LEARN: Roundtables are designed for BNHRC members to have an open discussion and a safe space to share and learn from each other. 
    • NETWORK: A guest may attend in place of a BNHRC member and will be asked to include the BNHRC member's name on their registration. 
    • IN-PERSON: This roundtable will be held in person. A boxed lunch will be provided. 

    Featured Topic: Navigating the Rise of AI

    Location: Mid-Central Community Action, 1301 W Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701. Parking lot is at the front of the building, but if it gets full, attendees can park on the street or back of the building off of Stillwell. 

    Boxed lunch options: 

    • Turkey Deluxe – Roasted turkey breast, leafy lettuce, tomato, on an Ancient Grain bun and assorted cheeses. Includes chips, pickle, and chocolate chip cookie.
    • Ham Deluxe - Ham, leafy lettuce, tomato, on an All-butter Croissant and assorted cheeses. Includes chips, pickle, and chocolate chip cookie.
    • Nutty-Mixed Up Salad - Grilled, 100% antibiotic-free chicken breast, grapes, strawberries, cranberry-walnut mix, organic field greens, and feta with balsamic vinaigrette and chocolate chip cookie.
    • Veggie Sandwich – Organic spinach, guacamole, hummus, Roma tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, on an Ancient Grain bun with Fresh fruit and chocolate chip cookie.

    Recertification Credits: 1 SHRM PDC, 1 HRCI General Credit 


        

    Registration deadline: Monday, March 10, 2025

    Email hello@bnhrc.org with any questions.

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  • March Chapter Meeting: Economic Insights and Workforce Solutions Amidst Inflation

    • March 25, 2025
    • 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual meeting
    Register

    Event: March Chapter Meeting


    Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025


    Time: 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM


    Location: Virtual {Teams meeting}


    Meeting Topic: Economic Insights and Workforce Solutions Amidst Inflation


      Speaker: Patrick Hoban, CecF, EDFP, President/CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council


      About the presentation:  

      Patrick Hoban will provide an insightful presentation on the current economic landscape and workforce challenges in Bloomington-Normal. With over 15 years of experience in various economic development positions, Patrick will share his expertise on key issues affecting employers in the region. The presentation will cover the cost of living in Bloomington-Normal, the challenges employers face in finding employees, and the impact of inflation on the available workforce. Additionally, Patrick will discuss critical factors such as the cost of childcare and available housing that influence the local job market.

      By the end of this presentation, attendees will be able to:

      1. Understand the Economic Landscape: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the cost of living in Bloomington-Normal and its impact on the local workforce.
      2. Identify Workforce Challenges: Recognize the key challenges employers face in finding and retaining employees, including the role of childcare costs and housing availability.
      3. Assess the Impact of Inflation: Evaluate the effects of inflation on the workforce and develop strategies to mitigate its impact on their organizations.
      4. Develop Actionable Strategies: Formulate practical solutions to address workforce challenges and enhance employee retention and satisfaction.

      Meeting Agenda: 

      • 11:50 AM - Login to webinar (a Microsoft Teams link will be sent a day prior to the event; join on a device with or without a camera; there will be a call-in feature)
      • 11:55 AM - Announcements + speaker introductions 
      • 12:00 - 1:00 PM - Presentation followed by Q&A


      Re-certification Credits: 1-hour general HRCI and 1 SHRM professional development credit (PDC) will be shared with attendees after the meeting. 

          


      Anyone can attend in place of an active BNHRC member. Guests are also welcomed to attend. The guest fee is $15 and must be paid by the registration deadline. Potential new members and first-time guests can attend their first BNHRC event for free! Please click here to review our event payment policies.

       

      Registration Deadline: Friday, March 21, 2025


      Questions about the event or online registration process? Contact us at hello@bnhrc.org

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    • April Chapter Meeting

      • April 22, 2025
      • 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM
      • Virtual meeting
      Register

      Event: April Chapter Meeting


      Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025


      Time: 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM


      Location: Virtual {Teams meeting}


      Meeting Topic: How to Improve Your Employee Experience Through Employee Journey Mapping


        Speaker: Paul Lopushinsky, Founder, Playficient


        Meeting Agenda: 

        • 11:50 AM - Login to webinar (a Microsoft Teams link will be sent a day prior to the event; join on a device with or without a camera; there will be a call-in feature)
        • 11:55 AM - Announcements + speaker introductions 
        • 12:00 - 1:00 PM - Presentation followed by Q&A


        About the presentation: 

        Employee Journey Mapping is a powerful tool to help organizations understand and improve the stages of an employee’s journey. It can help organizations understand the “moments that matter” for employees and improve the employee experience. They can help you gain a better understanding of employee’s needs.

        In this session, you will learn about the fundamentals of employee journey mapping. By understanding the learnings an employee journey map can offer, you can find those critical “moments that matter” for employees.

        Paul Lopushinsky, founder of Playficient, will work through a practical example of building an employee journey map by navigating through the map that comes from a cumulation of past client work and best practices.

        For more information on Playficient visit:  https://www.playficient.com/services/employee-journey-mapping/

        Anyone can attend in place of an active BNHRC member. Guests are also welcomed to attend. The guest fee is $15 and must be paid by the registration deadline. Potential new members and first-time guests can attend their first BNHRC event for free! Please click here to review our event payment policies.

         

        Registration Deadline: Friday, April 18, 2025


        Questions about the event or online registration process? Contact us at hello@bnhrc.org

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      • May Chapter Meeting

        • May 27, 2025
        • 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM
        • Virtual meeting

        Event: May Chapter Meeting


        Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025


        Time: 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM


        Location: Virtual {Teams meeting}


        Meeting Topic: TBD


          Speaker: TBD


          Meeting Agenda: 

          • 11:50 AM - Login to webinar (a Microsoft Teams link will be sent a day prior to the event; join on a device with or without a camera; there will be a call-in feature)
          • 11:55 AM - Announcements + speaker introductions 
          • 12:00 - 1:00 PM - Presentation followed by Q&A


          About the presentation:

          TBD

          Anyone can attend in place of an active BNHRC member. Guests are also welcomed to attend. The guest fee is $15 and must be paid by the registration deadline. Potential new members and first-time guests can attend their first BNHRC event for free! Please click here to review our event payment policies.

           

          Registration Deadline: Friday, May 23, 2024


          Questions about the event or online registration process? Contact us at hello@bnhrc.org

          Show details

        • HR Roundtable: Gen Z's Impact on the Workplace

          • June 12, 2025
          • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
          • RoomReady, 2200 Enterprise Dr. Bloomington, IL 61705

          Join BNHRC for our next HR Roundtable on Thursday, June 12, 2025 from 12 - 1 PM! 

          About our Roundtables: 

          • LEARN: Roundtables are designed for BNHRC members to have an open discussion and a safe space to share and learn from each other. 
          • NETWORK: A guest may attend in place of a BNHRC member and will be asked to include the BNHRC member's name on their registration. 
          • IN-PERSON: This roundtable will be held in person. A boxed lunch will be provided. 

          Featured Topic: Gen Z's Impact on the Workplace

          Location: RoomReady, 2200 Enterprise Dr. Bloomington, IL 61705

          Boxed lunch options: 

          • Turkey Deluxe – Roasted turkey breast, leafy lettuce, tomato, on an Ancient Grain bun and assorted cheeses. Includes chips, pickle, and chocolate chip cookie.
          • Ham Deluxe - Ham, leafy lettuce, tomato, on an All-butter Croissant and assorted cheeses. Includes chips, pickle, and chocolate chip cookie.
          • Nutty-Mixed Up Salad - Grilled, 100% antibiotic-free chicken breast, grapes, strawberries, cranberry-walnut mix, organic field greens, and feta with balsamic vinaigrette and chocolate chip cookie.
          • Veggie Sandwich – Organic spinach, guacamole, hummus, Roma tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, on an Ancient Grain bun with Fresh fruit and chocolate chip cookie.

          Recertification Credits: 1 SHRM PDC, 1 HRCI General Credit 


              

          Registration deadline: Monday, June 9, 2025

          Email hello@bnhrc.org with any questions.

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        • June Chapter Meeting: TBD

          • June 24, 2025
          • 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM
          • Virtual meeting

          Event: June Chapter Meeting


          Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2025d


          Time: 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM


          Location: Virtual {Teams meeting}


          Meeting Topic: TBD


            Speaker: TBD


            About the presentation:  TBD

            Meeting Agenda: 

            • 11:50 AM - Login to webinar (a Microsoft Teams link will be sent a day prior to the event; join on a device with or without a camera; there will be a call-in feature)
            • 11:55 AM - Announcements + speaker introductions 
            • 12:00 - 1:00 PM - Presentation followed by Q&A


            Re-certification Credits: 1-hour general HRCI and 1 SHRM professional development credit (PDC) will be shared with attendees after the meeting. 

                


            Anyone can attend in place of an active BNHRC member. Guests are also welcomed to attend. The guest fee is $15 and must be paid by the registration deadline. Potential new members and first-time guests can attend their first BNHRC event for free! Please click here to review our event payment policies.

             

            Registration Deadline: Friday, June 20, 2025


            Questions about the event or online registration process? Contact us at hello@bnhrc.org

            Show details

          • July Chapter Meeting

            • July 22, 2025
            • 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM
            • Virtual meeting

            Event: July Chapter Meeting


            Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2025


            Time: 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM


            Location: Virtual {Teams meeting}


            Meeting Topic: TBD


              Speaker: TBD


              Meeting Agenda: 

              • 11:50 AM - Login to webinar (a Microsoft Teams link will be sent a day prior to the event; join on a device with or without a camera; there will be a call-in feature)
              • 11:55 AM - Announcements + speaker introductions 
              • 12:00 - 1:00 PM - Presentation followed by Q&A


              About the presentation:

              TBD

              Anyone can attend in place of an active BNHRC member. Guests are also welcomed to attend. The guest fee is $15 and must be paid by the registration deadline. Potential new members and first-time guests can attend their first BNHRC event for free! Please click here to review our event payment policies.

               

              Registration Deadline: Friday, July 18, 2025


              Questions about the event or online registration process? Contact us at hello@bnhrc.org

              Show details

            • Central IL HR Conference (Registration on AAIM website is required to attend)

              • August 21, 2025
              • 7:45 AM - 4:00 PM
              • Bloomington DoubleTree Hotel & Conference Center




              Save the date for the 2025 Central Illinois HR Conference!  We look forward to seeing you there.

              Date: August 21, 2025

              Time: 7:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

              Location: DoubleTree Hotel & Conference Center

                              Bloomington, IL 

              Details:  Coming soon!


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            • HR Roundtable: Growing a Sustainable Workplace

              • September 11, 2025
              • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
              • Mid-Central Community Action, 1301 W Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701

              Join BNHRC for our next HR Roundtable on Thursday, September, 11, 2025 from 12 - 1 PM! 

              About our Roundtables: 

              • LEARN: Roundtables are designed for BNHRC members to have an open discussion and a safe space to share and learn from each other. 
              • NETWORK: A guest may attend in place of a BNHRC member and will be asked to include the BNHRC member's name on their registration. 
              • IN-PERSON: This roundtable will be held in person. A boxed lunch will be provided. 

              Featured Topic: Growing a Sustainable Workplace

              Location: Mid-Central Community Action, 1301 W Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701. Parking lot is at the front of the building, but if it gets full, attendees can park on the street or back of the building off of Stillwell. 

              Boxed lunch options: 

              • Turkey Deluxe – Roasted turkey breast, leafy lettuce, tomato, on an Ancient Grain bun and assorted cheeses. Includes chips, pickle, and chocolate chip cookie.
              • Ham Deluxe - Ham, leafy lettuce, tomato, on an All-butter Croissant and assorted cheeses. Includes chips, pickle, and chocolate chip cookie.
              • Nutty-Mixed Up Salad - Grilled, 100% antibiotic-free chicken breast, grapes, strawberries, cranberry-walnut mix, organic field greens, and feta with balsamic vinaigrette and chocolate chip cookie.
              • Veggie Sandwich – Organic spinach, guacamole, hummus, Roma tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, on an Ancient Grain bun with Fresh fruit and chocolate chip cookie.

              Recertification Credits: 1 SHRM PDC, 1 HRCI General Credit 


                  

              Registration deadline: Monday, September 8, 2025

              Email hello@bnhrc.org with any questions.

              Show details

            • September Chapter Meeting

              • September 23, 2025
              • 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM
              • Virtual meeting

              Event: September Chapter Meeting


              Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2025


              Time: 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM


              Location: Virtual {Teams meeting}


              Meeting Topic: TBD


                Speaker: TBD


                Meeting Agenda: 

                • 11:50 AM - Login to webinar (a Microsoft Teams link will be sent a day prior to the event; join on a device with or without a camera; there will be a call-in feature)
                • 11:55 AM - Announcements + speaker introductions 
                • 12:00 - 1:00 PM - Presentation followed by Q&A


                About the presentation:

                TBD

                Re-certification Credits: 1-hour general HRCI and 1 SHRM professional development credit (PDC) will be shared with attendees after the meeting. 

                Anyone can attend in place of an active BNHRC member. Guests are also welcomed to attend. The guest fee is $15 and must be paid by the registration deadline. Potential new members and first-time guests can attend their first BNHRC event for free! Please click here to review our event payment policies.

                 

                Registration Deadline: Friday, September 19, 2025


                Questions about the event or online registration process? Contact us at hello@bnhrc.org

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              • October Chapter Meeting: TBD

                • October 28, 2025
                • 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM
                • A Zoom link will be emailed to attendees at least 1 day before

                Event: October Chapter Meeting


                Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2025


                Time: 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM


                Location: Virtual meeting (Zoom)


                Meeting Topic: Belonging at Work


                Speaker: TBD


                About the presentation: TBD

                 

                Key Takeaways:

                • The steps to create a culture of belonging and thriving
                • The interactive nature of belonging in the workplace
                • The link between belonging and well-being


                Meeting Agenda: 

                • 11:50 - 11:55 AM - Login to webinar (Zoom link will be sent a day prior to the event)
                • 11:55 AM - 12:00 PM - Announcements + speaker introductions 
                • 12:00 - 1:00 PM - Presentation followed by Q&A


                  Re-certification Credits: 1-hour general HRCI and 1 SHRM professional development credit (PDC) will be shared with attendees after the meeting. 


                      



                  Anyone can attend in place of an active BNHRC member. Guests are also welcomed to attend. The guest fee is $15 and must be paid by the registration deadline. Please click here to review our event payment policies.

                   

                  Registration Deadline: Friday, October 24, 2025


                  Questions about the event or online registration process? Contact us at hello@bnhrc.org 

                  Show details

                • HR Roundtable: Managing a Millennial

                  • December 11, 2025
                  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
                  • RoomReady, 2200 Enterprise Dr. Bloomington, IL 61705

                  Join BNHRC for our next HR Roundtable on Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 12 - 1 PM! 

                  About our Roundtables: 

                  • LEARN: Roundtables are designed for BNHRC members to have an open discussion and a safe space to share and learn from each other. 
                  • NETWORK: A guest may attend in place of a BNHRC member and will be asked to include the BNHRC member's name on their registration. 
                  • IN-PERSON: This roundtable will be held in person. A boxed lunch will be provided. 

                  Featured Topic: Managing a Millennial 

                  Location: RoomReady, 2200 Enterprise Dr. Bloomington, IL 61705

                  Boxed lunch options: 

                  • Turkey Deluxe – Roasted turkey breast, leafy lettuce, tomato, on an Ancient Grain bun and assorted cheeses. Includes chips, pickle, and chocolate chip cookie.
                  • Ham Deluxe - Ham, leafy lettuce, tomato, on an All-butter Croissant and assorted cheeses. Includes chips, pickle, and chocolate chip cookie.
                  • Nutty-Mixed Up Salad - Grilled, 100% antibiotic-free chicken breast, grapes, strawberries, cranberry-walnut mix, organic field greens, and feta with balsamic vinaigrette and chocolate chip cookie.
                  • Veggie Sandwich – Organic spinach, guacamole, hummus, Roma tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, on an Ancient Grain bun with Fresh fruit and chocolate chip cookie.

                  Recertification Credits: 1 SHRM PDC, 1 HRCI General Credit 


                      

                  Registration deadline: Monday, December 8, 2025

                  Email hello@bnhrc.org with any questions.

                  Show details

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