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MEETINGS AND EVENTS

Upcoming meetings and events are available below. Event registration can be completed online or by contacting secretary@westbranchhr.org.

To learn more about our meetings and events or to suggest topics for future meetings, please contact programs@westbranchhr.org.

All WBHRS Meetings will be submitted for SHRM PDC's, so don't miss out!

Upcoming events

    • Wednesday, May 14, 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    • 201 West 4th Street, Williamsport, PA 17701
    Register

    WBHRS Board Meeting

    Join the WBHRS Board of Directors as we discuss key initiatives, ongoing projects, and strategic goals for the chapter. Our agenda includes updates on membership engagement, upcoming programming, financial reports, and governance matters. The board will also review outstanding action items, assess growth opportunities, and address challenges impacting chapter operations.

    Through collaborative discussions, we aim to strengthen the chapter’s impact while ensuring alignment with SHRM best practices. Members interested in contributing ideas or staying informed on chapter developments are encouraged to reach out to the board for further details.

    • Wednesday, May 21, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    • 201 West 4th Street, Williamsport, PA 17701
    Register

    The Value of a Mentoring Program - HSI

    Session Overview
    Elevate your HR expertise by joining our two-hour training, “Empowering HR: Leadership and Mentorship for the Modern Workforce,” led by Angela Hummel—an experienced HR and talent development leader with over 20 years in director and executive roles. Discover the key leadership qualities that drive organizational success, and learn how to design practical mentorship programs that foster growth and engagement within your teams. Through interactive discussions, real-world case scenarios, and hands-on activities, you’ll walk away ready to transform your workplace.

    Learning Objectives

    1. List key leadership qualities relevant to HR professionals.

    2. Describe how communication and empathy contribute to HR leadership success.

    3. Identify the main benefits of mentorship in HR.

    4. Outline the essential steps involved in designing a basic mentorship program.

    • Friday, June 20, 2025
    • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Buzzsaw Coffee - 1307 Park Ave, Williamsport, PA 17701

    What's Brewing in HR?

    Please join us for this opportunity for coffee and conversation.

    Date/Time: Friday, June 20, 2025 - 8:00-9:00 AM

    Where: Buzzsaw Coffee - 1307 Park Ave, Williamsport, PA 17701

    This is an ongoing and valuable information session for Chapter members and guests to meet and discuss current topics of interest and provide peer support and education. In the first session for 2025 will be discussing the impact of executive orders on employers, including the perspective of a local employment law expert, to provide important insights for everyone involved.

    Session topics TBD.

    Hope to see you there!

      • Friday, August 22, 2025
      • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
      • Buzzsaw Coffee - 1307 Park Ave, Williamsport, PA 17701

      What's Brewing in HR?

      Please join us for this opportunity for coffee and conversation.

      Date/Time: Friday, August 22, 2025 - 8:00-9:00 AM

      Where: Buzzsaw Coffee - 1307 Park Ave, Williamsport, PA 17701

      This is an ongoing and valuable information session for Chapter members and guests to meet and discuss current topics of interest and provide peer support and education. In the first session for 2025 will be discussing the impact of executive orders on employers, including the perspective of a local employment law expert, to provide important insights for everyone involved.

      Session topics TBD.

      Hope to see you there!

        • Wednesday, September 10, 2025
        • 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
        • 201 West 4th Street, Williamsport, PA 17701
        Registration is closed

        WBHRS Board Meeting

        Join the WBHRS Board of Directors as we discuss key initiatives, ongoing projects, and strategic goals for the chapter. Our agenda includes updates on membership engagement, upcoming programming, financial reports, and governance matters. The board will also review outstanding action items, assess growth opportunities, and address challenges impacting chapter operations.

        Through collaborative discussions, we aim to strengthen the chapter’s impact while ensuring alignment with SHRM best practices. Members interested in contributing ideas or staying informed on chapter developments are encouraged to reach out to the board for further details.

        • Wednesday, September 24, 2025
        • 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
        • 201 West 4th Street, Williamsport, PA 17701
        Registration is closed


        • Friday, October 17, 2025
        • 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM


        • Friday, October 24, 2025
        • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
        • Buzzsaw Coffee - 1307 Park Ave, Williamsport, PA 17701

        What's Brewing in HR?

        Please join us for this opportunity for coffee and conversation.

        Date/Time: Friday, October 24, 2025 - 8:00-9:00 AM

        Where: Buzzsaw Coffee - 1307 Park Ave, Williamsport, PA 17701

        This is an ongoing and valuable information session for Chapter members and guests to meet and discuss current topics of interest and provide peer support and education. In the first session for 2025 will be discussing the impact of executive orders on employers, including the perspective of a local employment law expert, to provide important insights for everyone involved.

        Session topics TBD.

        Hope to see you there!

          • Wednesday, November 26, 2025
          • 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
          • 201 West 4th Street, Williamsport, PA 17701
          Registration is closed

          WBHRS Board Meeting

          Join the WBHRS Board of Directors as we discuss key initiatives, ongoing projects, and strategic goals for the chapter. Our agenda includes updates on membership engagement, upcoming programming, financial reports, and governance matters. The board will also review outstanding action items, assess growth opportunities, and address challenges impacting chapter operations.

          Through collaborative discussions, we aim to strengthen the chapter’s impact while ensuring alignment with SHRM best practices. Members interested in contributing ideas or staying informed on chapter developments are encouraged to reach out to the board for further details.


          • Wednesday, December 10, 2025
          • 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
          • 201 West 4th Street, Williamsport, PA 17701
          Registration is closed


          • Friday, December 12, 2025
          • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
          • Buzzsaw Coffee - 1307 Park Ave, Williamsport, PA 17701

          What's Brewing in HR?

          Please join us for this opportunity for coffee and conversation.

          Date/Time: Friday, December 12, 2025 - 8:00-9:00 AM

          Where: Buzzsaw Coffee - 1307 Park Ave, Williamsport, PA 17701

          This is an ongoing and valuable information session for Chapter members and guests to meet and discuss current topics of interest and provide peer support and education. In the first session for 2025 will be discussing the impact of executive orders on employers, including the perspective of a local employment law expert, to provide important insights for everyone involved.

          Session topics TBD.

          Hope to see you there!

            • Friday, December 19, 2025
            • 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM


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