Events

2026 - December 3 - HR Networking Happy Hour

2026 - October 22 - 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: Cheers to HR: A Year-End Celebration!

Time: 5pm to 7pm
Location: RollHouse / 7300 Palisades Pkwy / Mentor, OH 44060

Before we close the books on 2026, let’s take a moment to celebrate the people behind HR – the problem solvers, culture builders, talent champions, and everyday superheroes who keep organizations moving forward.

We'll celebrate our 2026 wins, share a few of those unforgettable “you can't make this up” HR moments, exchange lessons learned, and raise a glass to what's ahead in 2027.

Join LGASHRM for a festive evening of networking, laughter, reflection, and holiday cheer.

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

Thank you to our Sponsor!

2027 - January 20 - 2027 HR Legal Update: Key Changes You Need to Know

2027 - January 20 | HR Legal Update: Key Changes You Need to Know

Join us for our annual HR Legal Update presented by Elizabeth Crosby, Senior Counsel of Kastner Westman & Wilkins, LLC.

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest HR legal developments for 2027. This comprehensive program will cover the most important updates that will affect your organization’s policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

This program is designed for HR professionals, business owners, and legal teams to ensure they are prepared for the upcoming changes that will shape workplace practices in 2027. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge needed to navigate the evolving legal landscape.

Location: AWT Foundation – Transformation Training Center 8980 Tyler Blvd. Mentor, OH 44060


Agenda:
8:15 am – Registration Opens
8:30 am – Breakfast and networking
9:00 am - 10:30 am – Presentation

Cost: Member Price $45.00 | Non-Member $55.00 | Member in Transition and Student: $20.00

Thank you to our sponsor!

Speaker Bio:
Liz specializes in Labor & Employment Law and in Workers’ Compensation Law. As the challenges of labor and employment matters increase, employers benefit from Liz’s deep level of expertise with dual certifications in labor & employment law. Liz is also responsible for the oversight and management of workers’ compensation matters on behalf of employers.

Being the first woman attorney in Ohio to distinguish herself with dual specialization certifications, Liz’s passion for providing clients the best possible solutions in labor and employment matters is evident. She is a speaker on workplace conduct and regularly authors articles for the business and legal community on compliance with state and federal workplace requirements.

Liz conducts a monthly workshop called “ShopTalk!” designed to educate small business owners and HR professionals on workplace compliance and management topics.