Events

2026 - May 7th - HR Networking Happy Hour

2026 - May 7th - HR Networking Happy Hour


The Lake/Geauga Area Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management invites you to our next HR Networking Happy Hour.

Time: 5pm to 7pm
Location: Billy’s – A Cappelli Martini Bar / 7338 Industrial Park Blvd, Mentor OH 44060

Come for the camaraderie, stay for the fun! We’ll have refreshments, appetizers, and a relaxed atmosphere to unwind and connect with fellow members.

This is a free event – but we do need you to register.

Thank you to our Sponsor!

Six Degrees of Insight - Session 4/6 - May 7, 2026

Join us for Six Degrees of Insight - a webinar series brought to you by six local SHRM chapters.

Join us on Thursday, May 7, 2026 with Civility Unleashed: Turning Chaos into Collaboration presented by Dyann McDowell.

Session Description: Workplace culture is collapsing quietly, not through one big event, but through the normalization of disrespect, avoidance, and inconsistent accountability. HR professionals often become the “cleanup crew” when leaders fail to set and enforce a clear standard for how people treat each other while the work gets done.

This interactive session equips HR leaders and people managers with a practical, repeatable approach to disrupt incivility in real time and rebuild trust through systems, not slogans. Participants will learn a simple in-the-moment tool—L3: Lean-in, Listen, Learn—and how to connect it to leadership standards and follow-through using the AIMS™ Framework (Assess ? Implement ? Mobilize Leadership ? SPARK) and Civility OS™ (Ask ? Implement ? Support ? Enforce).

Attendees will leave with language they can use immediately, plus an implementation path that strengthens accountability without dehumanizing people.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify early warning signs of culture erosion and the organizational risks associated with normalized incivility.
• Apply L3 (Lean-in, Listen, Learn) as an in-the-moment disruption tool to de-escalate tension while maintaining accountability.
• Use the Civility OS™ response loop (Ask ? Implement ? Support ? Enforce) to ensure consistent follow-through after conflict or misconduct.
• Outline an HR-led action plan using the AIMS™ Framework to embed civility standards into leadership routines and workplace expectations.

Speaker Bio: Dyann McDowell is the President and HR Business Partner at Training Marbles, Inc., a workplace culture and leadership firm specializing in civility, accountability, and organizational realignment. With nearly three decades in the Drug-Free Workplace and HR training arena, Dyann is known for helping organizations confront culture breakdowns before they become costly crises. Her work equips HR leaders and managers with practical tools to disrupt disrespect, strengthen leadership follow-through, and build standards employees can trust.

Dyann is the creator of Civility Unleashed™, a framework-driven approach that combines her AIMS™ Framework (Assess ? Implement ? Mobilize Leadership ? SPARK) with Civility OS™ (Ask ? Implement ? Support ? Enforce). She partners with public-sector organizations, municipalities, and service-based companies to improve workplace climate, reduce conflict drag, and restore professionalism without sacrificing humanity. Dyann’s signature message is clear: civility isn’t “being nice”—it’s a standard, and leadership sets the tone.

2026 - May 20 | Compensation Today: What’s Trending (Webinar)

Join us for "Compensation Today: What’s Trending" (Webinar)

Join us on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 for "Compensation Today: What’s Trending," presented by Susan Pyles.

Session Description: Compensation is evolving rapidly as organizations respond to shifting workforce expectations, competitive labor markets, and increased transparency. Compensation Today: What’s Trending explores the latest developments shaping how companies attract, retain, and reward talent.

This session will provide practical insights into modern compensation strategies, including pay transparency, market-based pay structures, variable compensation, and total rewards alignment. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how to balance internal equity with external competitiveness while maintaining compliance and supporting organizational goals.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
• Identify key trends influencing compensation strategy, including pay transparency and market-driven pay practices
• Evaluate the effectiveness of their current compensation structure against industry benchmarks
• Understand how to balance internal equity and external competitiveness
• Describe the role of variable pay, incentives, and total rewards in attracting and retaining talent
• Apply practical steps to modernize compensation programs in alignment with business goals
• Recognize compliance considerations and risks in today’s evolving regulatory environment

Speaker Bio: Susan Pyles, Vice President of Talent Solutions, ERC. Susan is an award-winning human resource leader with more than 20 years of achievements in talent management and assessment, performance management, employee experience, HR analytics, leadership development, coaching, and workforce planning. She has leadership experience in many industries, including manufacturing, retail, financial services, health care, and academia.

Thank you to our event sponsor ERC

2026 - June 4th - LGASHRM Board Meeting

LGASHRM Board Meetings

June 4th, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Fairport Harbor Yacht Club.


LGASHRM’s board meetings are open to all active LGASHRM members to attend. Why attend? Have a voice in shaping the chapter’s initiatives and events; gain leadership experience by serving on committees or the board; help influence HR policies and practices in the local business community; discuss local workforce challenges and opportunities; help develop programs that benefit local HR practitioners; and be part of initiatives that enhance workplace culture and employee well-being.

Six Degrees of Insight - Session 6/6 - July 2, 2026

Join us for Six Degrees of Insight - a webinar series brought to you by six local SHRM chapters.

Join us on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026 with The Transformation of HR: Leading Human Work in the Age of AI presented by Tamra Moroski.

Session Description: As AI accelerates productivity, a quieter shift is happening inside the workforce. Employees are questioning their relevance, their value, and even their identity. Burnout is rising, focus is fractured, and many leaders are sensing a deeper crisis of meaning beneath the metrics.

This moment is not simply technological. It’s transformational. AI is acting as a mirror, forcing individuals and organizations to confront what work is for, who we are without our output, and what kind of future we are designing. In this session, Tamra Moroski reframes the role of HR from managing resources to stewarding human transformation. Drawing on research in intrinsic motivation, psychological safety, and flow states, she explores how alignment, autonomy, and purpose directly influence performance and retention.

Learning Objectives:

• Reposition AI as a system optimizer rather than a speed amplifier
• Design for sustainable performance instead of chronic burnout
• Introduce regenerative work models that build innovation, resilience, and meaning
• Equip leaders with nervous system literacy as a modern leadership competency

Speaker Bio: Tamra Moroski is a transformation strategist and AI revenue leader helping organizations stay human in the age of artificial intelligence. With over 15 years navigating change across marketing and tech, she blends business strategy, mindfulness, and intentional AI frameworks to help leaders preserve agency, prevent burnout, and design a future where technology amplifies — not replaces — human potential.

2026 - July 15th - New Member Orientation

Virtual New Member Orientations (45 minutes) | July 15th, 2026 | 12:00pm – 12:45pm

The Lake Geauga Area Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management, as well as SHRM, has the following primary goals:

• Be the primary influencer of workplace policies and practices that benefit our members and the organizations they serve
• Build a broad and actively engaged membership that ensures dissemination of leading practices to the workplace
• Be the major source for building strong competence and developing the talent and leader-ship of people in our organizations
• Ensure a solid financial structure that permits reinvestment in initiatives and learning that advances the state of the profession

Free to members but we do need you to register. Your email confirmation will have the zoom login information.

2026 - August 6th - LGASHRM Board Meeting

LGASHRM Board Meetings

August 6, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Solon Manufacturing Company 425 Center Street Chardon, OH 44024


LGASHRM’s board meetings are open to all active LGASHRM members to attend. Why attend? Have a voice in shaping the chapter’s initiatives and events; gain leadership experience by serving on committees or the board; help influence HR policies and practices in the local business community; discuss local workforce challenges and opportunities; help develop programs that benefit local HR practitioners; and be part of initiatives that enhance workplace culture and employee well-being.

2026 – August 11 | Helping Employees with Retirement Resources

Join us for "Helping Employees with Retirement Resources (Webinar)

Join us on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 for "Helping Employees with Retirement Resources," presented by Kim Janky.

Session Description: Supporting employees through retirement decisions can be complex—especially when it comes to healthcare, Medicare, and financial planning. Helping Employees with Retirement Resources is designed to equip HR professionals and business leaders with the knowledge and tools needed to confidently guide employees through these critical transitions.

In this engaging, practical session, we’ll break down the complexities of Medicare, Social Security, and healthcare options before and after age 65. You’ll also explore emerging strategies, including ICHRA, and learn how to provide meaningful support that reduces confusion, improves employee outcomes, and minimizes administrative burden.

With expert guidance and real-world insights, this session will help you turn a common “headache” into a valuable employee benefit experience—while strengthening your overall total rewards strategy.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
• Understand Medicare basics and how it coordinates with employer-sponsored health plans
• Identify planning timelines and considerations for employees working past age 65
• Prepare employees for Social Security decisions and key enrollment steps
• Explain eligibility and requirements for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Compare healthcare cost-saving options for employees and retirees
• Evaluate benefit options for early retirees under age 65
• Describe the structure and tax advantages of Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs)
• Identify resources and strategies that reduce HR administrative burden and improve employee support

Speaker: Kim Janky

Speaker Bio: : Kim Janky, Community Developer, RetireMed is an experienced Medicare educator specializing in guiding HR teams, benefits managers, and associates through the complexities of health insurance. Utilizing a personalized approach, she offers invaluable expertise to simplify the transition from employer coverage to Medicare. Kim is part of a licensed certified advisor team that has supported over 1,500 organizations with trusted health plan guidance. Through ongoing education and lifelong support, Kim and her team empower individuals to make informed health coverage decisions, ensuring confidence and peace of mind throughout the process.

This program has been approved for 1.0 recertification credit for both SHRM and HRCI.

Thank you to our event sponsor Platinum Corporate Sponsor, CGI

2026 - October 7th - New Member Orientation

Virtual New Member Orientations (45 minutes) | October 7th, 2026 | 12:00pm – 12:45pm

The Lake Geauga Area Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management, as well as SHRM, has the following primary goals:

• Be the primary influencer of workplace policies and practices that benefit our members and the organizations they serve
• Build a broad and actively engaged membership that ensures dissemination of leading practices to the workplace
• Be the major source for building strong competence and developing the talent and leader-ship of people in our organizations
• Ensure a solid financial structure that permits reinvestment in initiatives and learning that advances the state of the profession

Free to members but we do need you to register. Your email confirmation will have the zoom login information.