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BNHRC offers a variety of exciting programs throughout the year, giving members and guests the chance to connect with local HR professionals, dive into timely HR topics, and earn valuable SHRM and HRCI re-certification credits. Advance registration is required for most events, so be sure to sign up early and secure your spot!

See our Event Registration FAQ for more information.

Upcoming Events

    • January 27, 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Hybrid (Bloomington Public Library or Microsoft Teams)
    Register

    January Chapter Meeting

    Topic: AI vs. AI: Who’s Really Hiring Whom

    Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026

    Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

    Format: Hybrid meeting - choose from in-person or virtual options:

    • In-person: Join our speaker at Bloomington Public Library with lunch and networking provided
    • Virtual: Presentation streamed via Microsoft Teams 


    Featured Speaker

    Lauren Patel

    Head of Sales, Communications & Strategic Engagement

    AAIM Employers' Association


    What You'll Learn

    Hiring has changed—and not always in ways that make sense. From AI-written résumés to overly polished interviews, technology is reshaping recruiting on both sides of the table.

    This session breaks down:

    • How candidates are using AI tools (and how to spot it)
    • Where AI helps—or hurts—your hiring process
    • Practical strategies to stay in control
    • Legal considerations you can’t afford to overlook
    • Your “AI Hiring Survival Kit” for 2026 and beyond

    If you screen, interview, or make hiring decisions, this session will give you clarity and confidence in a tech-heavy landscape.


    Agenda

    • 11:30 AM – In-person attendees join for networking + boxed lunch
    • 11:50 AM – Virtual attendees join the Microsoft Teams meeting
    • 11:55 AM – Chapter announcements + speaker introduction
    • 12:00 PM – Presentation + Q&A


    Lunch Options (In-Person Only)

    Select from the following boxed lunch options from McAlister’s:

    • Pecanberry Salad – Mixed greens, grilled chicken, berries, candied pecans, raspberry-pecan vinaigrette
    • Turkey Club Croissant – Turkey, bacon, cheddar, Swiss, veggies, mayo, honey mustard; chips, pickle, cookie
    • Veggie Wrap – Spinach, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, avocado, herb mayo; chips, pickle, cookie
    • Black Angus Roast Beef – Roast beef, bacon, cheddar, Swiss, veggies, horseradish sauce; chips, pickle, cookie


    Recertification Credits

    Attendees will receive one SHRM professional development credit (PDC) and/or one HRCI general credit. 

     


    Registration Policy

    • Registration deadline is Friday, January 23 at 12:00 pm
    • Anyone may attend in place of an active BNHRC member
    • Guests welcome ($15 guest fee due by registration deadline)
    • First-time guests and potential new members attend free!
    • Review our event payment policies


    Questions?

    Email us at hello@bnhrc.org

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December 17, 2025 Holiday Breakfast & Member Appreciation Event
December 11, 2025 HR Roundtable: Managing a Millennial
November 18, 2025 November Chapter Meeting: Better Sleep & Energy for HR Professionals
November 07, 2025 Safe Spaces & Brave Conversations: Roundtable and Networking Event
October 28, 2025 October Chapter Meeting: Developing Equitable and Transparent Compensation Programs
October 23, 2025 Member Networking Event
September 23, 2025 September Chapter Meeting: Conflict, Ethics, and Culture: Navigating the Tough Conversations
September 11, 2025 HR Roundtable: Growing a Sustainable Workplace
September 05, 2025 Fall 2025 HR Professional Book Club
August 21, 2025 Central Illinois HR Conference (Must register in advance to attend!)
July 19, 2025 Member Networking Event: Corn Crib Family Night
June 29, 2025 SHRM 2025 Annual Conference & Expo
June 12, 2025 HR Roundtable: Gen Z's Impact on the Workplace
June 05, 2025 Midwest Food Bank Volunteer Night
May 27, 2025 May Chapter Meeting: A Happier U | Work Habits to Enhance Well-Being, Reduce Stress & Enhance Performance
April 22, 2025 April Chapter Meeting: How to Improve Your Employee Experience Through Employee Journey Mapping
March 25, 2025 March Chapter Meeting: Economic Insights and Workforce Solutions Amidst Inflation
March 13, 2025 HR Roundtable: Navigating the Rise of AI
March 12, 2025 BNHRC Member Networking Event
February 25, 2025 February Chapter Meeting: Employment Law Update
January 28, 2025 January Chapter Meeting: Ergonomics
December 12, 2024 Holiday Breakfast & Member Appreciation Event
November 14, 2024 BNHRC Member Networking & DEI Event
November 12, 2024 November Chapter Meeting
October 22, 2024 October Chapter Meeting
October 17, 2024 HR Roundtable: Nepotism in the Workplace
September 24, 2024 September Chapter Meeting
September 19, 2024 BNHRC Member Networking Event
August 22, 2024 Central IL HR Conference (Registration on AAIM website is required to attend)
July 23, 2024 July Chapter Meeting
June 23, 2024 SHRM Annual Conference & Expo
June 20, 2024 HR Roundtable: Pride Month in the Workplace
May 21, 2024 May Chapter Meeting
April 23, 2024 April Chapter Meeting
April 18, 2024 HR Roundtable: Performance Management
April 14, 2024 SHRM Talent Conference & Expo
March 26, 2024 March Chapter Meeting: Workforce Development
March 14, 2024 BNHRC Member Networking Lunch
March 07, 2024 Retaining Employees: Using Stay Interviews Effectively
February 27, 2024 February Chapter Meeting: Employment Law Update
January 23, 2024 January Chapter Meeting: Trauma-Informed Workplaces
December 07, 2023 Holiday Breakfast & Member Appreciation Event
November 29, 2023 November Chapter Meeting: Paid Leave for All Workers Act
October 30, 2023 SHRM Inclusion 2023
October 22, 2023 24th Annual Illinois SHRM Conference & Exposition
October 17, 2023 October Chapter Meeting: Belonging at Work
October 09, 2023 HR Virtual Roundtable: Domestic Violence Awareness Month
September 26, 2023 September Chapter Meeting: Community Employment Resources
September 12, 2023 BNHRC Member Networking Event
August 24, 2023 Central Illinois HR Conference (Full-day event!)
July 25, 2023 July Chapter Meeting: Workplace Wellness - Ergonomics
July 12, 2023 HR Virtual Roundtable: Artificial Intelligence and HR
June 27, 2023 June Chapter Meeting - Hello in There: Revitalizing the Human Connection
June 21, 2023 June BNHRC Member Networking Event
May 23, 2023 May Chapter Meeting: Mental Health Resources in McLean County
April 25, 2023 April Chapter Meeting: Benefits Trends & Strategies
April 13, 2023 HR Virtual Roundtable: Volunteerism and Corporate Social Responsibility
March 28, 2023 March Chapter Meeting
March 07, 2023 BNHRC Networking Event
February 21, 2023 February Chapter Meeting: Employment Law Update
January 24, 2023 January Chapter Meeting: Productivity Syles
January 11, 2023 HR Virtual Roundtable: Employee Satisfaction & Engagement
December 14, 2022 Holiday Party & Member Appreciation Event
November 15, 2022 November Chapter Meeting: Emotional Intelligence Employee Development Blueprint
November 10, 2022 HR Virtual Roundtable: Employee Professional Development
October 18, 2022 October Chapter Meeting | Courageous Leadership: Intentional Design for Equitable Organizations
September 27, 2022 September Chapter Meeting: The Mindful Workday - How to Shift from Surviving to Thriving
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August 23, 2022 August Chapter Meeting: Leading Forward
August 09, 2022 BNHRC Member Networking Event
July 26, 2022 July Chapter Meeting: Ethics
July 14, 2022 HR Virtual Roundtable: Leadership Development
June 28, 2022 June Chapter Meeting: Competing for Talent in an Experience Economy
May 24, 2022 May Chapter Meeting: Compensation and Benefits Trends
May 12, 2022 HR Virtual Roundtable: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
April 26, 2022 April Chapter Meeting: Exploring and Understanding Allyship
March 22, 2022 March Chapter Meeting: Local Workforce Dynamics
March 10, 2022 HR Virtual Roundtable: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
February 22, 2022 February Chapter Meeting: Employment Law Update
January 25, 2022 January Chapter Meeting: Handling the Unexpected Under the FMLA
January 13, 2022 HR Virtual Roundtable: Performance Management
December 07, 2021 Member Appreciation Event
November 16, 2021 November Chapter Meeting: Writing is a Conversation
November 11, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: Performance Management
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October 14, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: Benefits Administration
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July 27, 2021 July BNHRC Chapter Meeting: Building Relationships as the Key to Confidence
July 08, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: HR Technology
June 22, 2021 June BNHRC Chapter Meeting: REACHing Your High Potential Employees
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May 13, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: Return to Workplace Planning
April 27, 2021 Virtual Onboarding: Best Practices, Tips, and Tricks
April 08, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: Mental Health & Workplace Culture
March 30, 2021 Multicultural Leadership Institute
March 23, 2021 Microsoft Outlook Balance and Productivity Optimization
February 23, 2021 Employment Law Update - Two Sessions
January 26, 2021 Executive Panel Discussion
December 08, 2020 BNHRC Member Appreciation Event
November 17, 2020 Workplace Trends for 2021 and Beyond
October 27, 2020 Crucial Conversations
October 07, 2020 ILSHRM Virtual State Conference
September 22, 2020 The Truth About Microaggressions
August 25, 2020 Professional Burnout and Developing Resiliency
July 28, 2020 Recruiting & Sourcing Panel - A Lot Has Changed
July 15, 2020 Supercharging Performance: Build A Coaching Culture to Deliver Results Now
June 24, 2020 Volunteering at Midwest Food Bank
June 23, 2020 Reasonable Suspicion Training for Marijuana
June 17, 2020 Proven Strategies to Keep Remote Workers Engaged, Enthused, and Effective
May 26, 2020 5 Voices: Finding Your Leadership Voice
May 07, 2020 Return to Work: Critical Information for Employers as Employees Come Back to the Workplace
April 28, 2020 Monthly Chapter Meeting
April 16, 2020 COVID 19 Webinar
February 25, 2020 Employment Law Update
January 28, 2020 Self-Handicapping Behavior in the Workplace
December 10, 2019 December BNHRC Meeting: Annual Holiday & Member Appreciation Event
November 19, 2019 November BNHRC Meeting
October 22, 2019 October BNHRC Meeting: Future of Work
September 17, 2019 Professional Headshot - 11:30 am
September 17, 2019 September BNHRC Meeting - Cultural Competence: Stereotypes, Myths, and Misconceptions
September 17, 2019 Professional Headshot - 11:15 am
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September 17, 2019 Professional Headshot - 10:45 am
August 22, 2019 Central IL HR Conference
July 23, 2019 July BNHRC Meeting: Illinois Minimum Wage Law
June 18, 2019 June BNHRC Meeting - HR Leaders as Coach: Creating a Coaching Climate and Culture for High Potential Employees
May 28, 2019 May BNHRC Meeting & 55th Anniversary - Six Smart HR Strategies to Address Today's Serious Skills Gap
April 23, 2019 April BNHRC Meeting - Making a Change: For Good
March 26, 2019 March BNHRC Meeting: Local Workforce Development Resources
March 05, 2019 BNHRC Book Club
February 26, 2019 February BNHRC Meeting: Annual Employment Law Update
January 22, 2019 January BNHRC Meeting: Documentation Aggravations and Obligations
December 11, 2018 December BNHRC Meeting: Member Appreciation & Annual Holiday Party
November 27, 2018 November BNHRC Meeting: Communicating Clearly, Concisely and With A Purpose
October 23, 2018 October BNHRC Meeting
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August 30, 2018 Central IL HR Leadership Conference
July 24, 2018 July BNHRC Meeting
June 26, 2018 June BNHRC Networking Event
May 22, 2018 May BNHRC Meeting
April 24, 2018 April BNHRC Meeting
March 27, 2018 March BNHRC Meeting
March 07, 2018 SHRM Certification Study Group
February 27, 2018 BNHRC Law Update
January 23, 2018 January BNHRC Meeting
December 12, 2017 Annual BNHRC Holiday Party
November 14, 2017 November BNHRC Meeting
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September 28, 2017 Diversity Month!
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June 27, 2017 June BNHRC Meeting
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April 25, 2017 Photo Shoot Sign Up 1 - 10:30 - 11:00
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December 13, 2016 December Holiday Party
November 15, 2016 November- CEO Exchange
July 21, 2016 Power Hour with BNHRC - 2nd Session
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February 23, 2016 BNHRC February Chapter Meeting - Annual Law Update presented by Davis & Campbell
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