Siouxland SHRM upcoming events

SHRM Annual Conference (06/16/2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

For more information on this conference, please visit

https://annual.shrm.org/

Best Practices for Insurance Renewals (06/18/2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:30:00 GMT

The benefits decisions you make today can influence retention, recruitment, employee well-being, and organizational costs for years to come.

Join us as we break down:
The latest benefits trends
Renewal strategies that deliver value
Regulatory updates and compliance considerations
Creative ways to elevate the employee experience

Network with HR peers, share ideas, and leave with practical strategies for the upcoming renewal cycle.

Daren Ferner - Employee Benefit Consultant with Marsh McLennon Agency will help us understand this issue. Darren will also be providing lunch.

Recharge and Rise - Building Resiliency to Beat Burnout (07/16/2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Recharge and Rise- Building Resiliency to Beat Burnout!

How do you protect your energy—and help your team thrive instead of just survive?

In this dynamic session, we dive into the powerful difference between coping and true resiliency—and why that distinction matters more than ever in today’s workplace. You’ll learn how to shift perspective, break free from recurring stress patterns, and replace burnout with a more positive, glass-half-full mindset.

Because let’s face it—many workplace challenges aren’t one-time events… they’re repeat offenders. We’ll equip you with practical, easy-to-use strategies to tackle those challenges head-on, while building a culture rooted in gratitude, kindness, and accountability (not victim mentality).

This isn’t just feel-good motivation—it’s real, actionable insight you can put to work immediately. Walk away re-energized, refocused, and ready to show up as your best self—every single day.

Meet Mike Henke

A nationally recognized speaker, Mike Henke brings energy, insight, and real-world experience to every stage he steps on. As the founder of Mike Henke Inc., his passion for building strong, high-performing teams has helped organizations across the country elevate their leadership, strengthen recruiting and retention, and create more positive workplace environments.

Mike has developed over 50 dynamic training programs designed to deliver practical, results-driven impact. A former SHRM Chapter President, he is a trusted voice in the HR community—having been selected to present at 10 SHRM State Conferences, 8 DisruptHR events, and more than 40 SHRM chapters nationwide.

Known for his engaging style and actionable takeaways, Mike doesn’t just inspire—he equips teams with the tools they need to succeed.

Virtual Session - Helping Your High Potential Leaders Reach their Full Potential (08/18/2026)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Virtual Session

Helping Your High-Potential Leaders Reach Their Full Potential is an interactive session designed for HR professionals and people leaders who want to strengthen leadership capability and retain their most valuable talent. The session connects leadership development to real organizational outcomes—engagement, performance, and leadership growth—while offering practical tools leaders can apply immediately.

Objectives & Key Takeaways

Participants will explore what differentiates great leaders and learn effective strategies for developing and retaining high-potential talent. By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

· Identify key leadership behaviors and traits that differentiate high-performing leaders
· Understand how leadership development drives engagement, retention, and performance
· Apply practical approaches to investing in high-potential leaders
· Use leadership development tools and resources that support sustained growth and retention
· Equip leaders with behaviors and tools that empower, develop, and retain talent

Scott Burns is a Leadership Development Consultant and certified ICF Executive Coach with The Leader’s Legacy, LLC. Scott partners with organizations to design impactful Leadership Development Training Sessions and Talent Strategies that drive the most important aspects of their business. While working as an HR and Leadership Development Executive in Fortune 500 companies for 30 years, he led leadership initiatives that enabled thousands of leaders to take their leadership to the next level.

As the Author of the leadership book, The Leader’s Legacy, Scott shares his leadership insight and perspective in print. Drawing on his experience working with leaders, Scott share stories of leadership success and the lessons that separate great leaders from the rest.

People First - Future Ready Siouxland SHRM Annual Conference (09/18/2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

2026 Siouxland SHRM Annual Conference:

PEOPLE FIRST - FUTURE READY!!

Join us for our Annual Conference!

Ever thought about juggling?

This year’s keynote speaker, Tom Hicks, will present:

“Embracing Failure and Growth Through Juggling”

Through humor, audience participation, and real-life lessons, Tom will demonstrate how juggling teaches resilience, adaptability, and growth through failure.

Additional featured speakers include:

Sarah Kleber from Heidman Law Firm
Erin Henry with the Department of Homeland Security
Tom Kelly speaking on HRIS systems and technology
Alison Howard discussing benefit changes involving HSAs and FSAs

The conference will also feature a Mental Health Panel along with additional timely HR and workplace topics to be announced.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with fellow professionals at this year’s conference!

Iowa SHRM Conference (10/07/2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

For more information on this conference, please visit

https://www.iashrm.org/StateConference

October SHRM 2026 Program (10/15/2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:30:00 GMT

November 2026 Program (11/19/2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 17:30:00 GMT

December 2026 Program (12/17/2026)

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 17:30:00 GMT