We will always welcome guests at our meetings, but in an effort to keep our low membership rates, our guest rate is $50 per meeting.  If you are thinking of attending as a guest to more than one meeting, we encourage you to become a member.

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Past Meetings

August SHRM Grand Rapids Meeting: 2026 Benefit Trends

 

August 12, 2026

 

8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Prince Conference Center at Calvin University
1800 E Beltline Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Come learn what is in store within the realm of benefits!

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July Happy Hour

 

July 22, 2026

 

4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

 

AEBetancourt
408 Broadway Ave NW 3rd Floor
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Celebrate summer with a relaxed rooftop happy hour featuring great conversation, networking, drinks, and charcuterie.

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July AHRM Meeting - Navigating the World of Work in 2026

 

July 08, 2026

 

8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Prince Conference Center at Calvin University
1800 E Beltline Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

This session positions HR professionals at the forefront of adaptation and leadership, equipping them to anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and drive strategic success.

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Engaging Early-Career Professionals in the Workforce

 

May 27, 2026

 

8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Grand Rapids Chamber
250 Monroe Ave Suite 150
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Join us for a panel discussion where we will highlight and discuss current data and trends on early-career professionals in the workforce.

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May AHRM Meeting: Designing the Future Workforce: Strategy, Structure, & Skills

 

May 13, 2026

 

8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Prince Conference Center at Calvin University
1800 E Beltline Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

This session explores how organizations can intentionally design their future workforce by shifting from job-based thinking to skills, capabilities, and outcomes.

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April AHRM Meeting - Empower a High-Performing Culture

 

April 22, 2026

 

8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Prince Conference Center at Calvin University
1800 E Beltline Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Motivate, engage and develop your team

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Legal Update with Miller Johnson

 

March 19, 2026

 

7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Prince Conference Center at Calvin University
1800 E Beltline Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Join Miller Johnson attorney Sandy Andre for a fast paced employment law update designed to help employers stay ahead of rapidly evolving compliance and enforcement priorities.

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February 2026: Leadership is a People Sport: And Your Winning Game Plan Starts With IMPACT

 

February 11, 2026

 

8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Prince Conference Center at Calvin University
1800 E Beltline Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Three days after the Super Bowl, when the confetti is swept up and Monday morning quarterbacks are loud again, we’re talking about the kind of performance that matters at work. Leadership. Get ready for a session that brings energy, humor, and real-talk t

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January 2026: Under Pressure

 

January 14, 2026

 

8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Prince Conference Center at Calvin University
1800 E Beltline Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Confronting the Hidden Costs of Employee Stress and Building a Resilient Workforce

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Building Your Leadership Brand

 

January 08, 2026

 

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

 

Grand Rapids Chamber
250 Monroe Ave Suite 150
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Building Your Leadership Brand, an interactive leadership development session led by nationally recognized HR strategist and bestselling author Ovell Barbee. The event is FREE for all AHRM + GRJC members, with SHRM and HRCI credit available.

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REFUND POLICY

If you are unable to attend a chapter event and wish to cancel your registration, you must notify the AHRM Board Secretary no later than the Friday prior to the event at 4pm. If you notify us prior to 4pm on the Friday prior to the event, you will receive a refund for your payment. If you are unable to notify us prior to this time, no refunds will be given. If you register for an event but choose to pay at a later date, but do not attend the event (or cancel within the specified timeframe) you will still be invoiced for the payment.