Quarterly News & Updates from Kansas SHRM
Nominate Today!!! -
Nominations now being accepted for the 2019 Trombold  Achievement and Kansas HR Professional of the Year Award!
 
The Trombold Achievement and Kansas HR Professional of the Year Award was established in  1992 to recognize our state's Human Resources Professionals who excel within their field and  as volunteer leaders with SHRM and their community.
 
The Trombold Achievement Award originated to honor George Trombold of Wichita, Kansas.  George was a valued executive of Boeing for 37 years. As Vice-President of Human Resources,  George exemplified the highest level of professionalism and was greatly respected by both  management and labor. George was also a strong volunteer leader for his professional  organization. He was one of the founders of the American Society for Personnel Administrators  (now SHRM).
 
George was dedicated to fostering his profession through actively participating in his local  chapter in Wichita as well as the Chairperson for ASPA. In addition, George had a deep sense  of civic responsibility and commitment. He understood to make a community strong, its citizens  needed to be a dedicated part of it. He served on numerous committee boards throughout his  life. He did all of these things, not for self-advancement, but because he knew it was the right  thing to do. Sadly, George passed away in 2007, but the legacy he left behind is legendary.
 
Nominees are expected to meet the following requirements:
  • An active Human Resources professional
  • Have a minimum of five years of HR experience
  • Be a National or Chapter member of SHRM
  • Preference will be given to certified professionals
Nominate a deserving Kansas HR Professional for the 2019 Award by July 5th through the KS SHRM website here. All nominees will be recognized and the 2019 Trombold Achievement Award recipient will be announced at the 2019 Kansas SHRM State Conference September 11-13, 2019 in Overland Park, Kansas.
Congratulations Kansas SHRM State Council for receiving the Platinum Excel Award from SHRM for 2017!
Creating Better Workplaces

There is no better place for HR professional development than SHRM's Annual Conference & Exposition. By attending, you'll gain the tools and resources you need to implement successful HR practices - which help your company succeed. 

Fresh Perspectives 
Internationally-renowned speakers that offer fresh points of view and inspiring stories will help shift your perspectives and deepen your understanding of a broad range of HR topics and workplace issues.

Comprehensive Learning 
Over 200 concurrent sessions provide a complete education for HR professionals at every stage of their career, based on the SHRM Competency Model. You'll be able to choose from a broad range of topics so you can customize the learning you need. Sessions are categorized under nine tracks: 
*    Workplace Strategy 
*    Technology
*    Business Knowledge & Metrics
*    Compliance
*    Global HR 
*    Leadership
*    Communication 
*    Talent 
*    Compensation & Benefits

Extraordinary Networking 
From our vast Exposition to our session-based networking, to the hallways of the convention center, there is ample opportunity for you to meet HR professionals who share your goals and your challenges. Plus, you can take advantage of online networking! Attendees get access to our Conference Community site where you can chat with other attendees and arrange topic-based meetups. We also recommend that you join the conversation on  Twitter , Facebook and LinkedIn .  

Endless Solutions
The world's largest HR marketplace, the SHRM Exposition , gives you access to thousands of solutions-providers in every industry. Interested in becoming a sponsor or exhibitor? Visit annual.shrm.org/exhibit-sponsorship-opportunities for more information.
Still not convinced that you need to be here? See more on SHRM's Why Attend page.
 

SHRM Advocacy Team (A-Team)

226 people signed up to join the A-Team at the state conference, which was more than 50% of participants! The A-Team is a group of people who said they want to be notified via email when there is proposed legislation that affects the HR community. The email notification they receive explains the proposed legislation (whether national or KS state level) and explains SHRM's position on the legislation. It also provides a template for an email to the individual's specific legislator and their contact info if the recipient would like to let their legislator know their thoughts. 
 
The A-Team isn't about being political and you don't have to agree with all of SHRM's positions. It's about being informed and using our voices to help educate our legislators when needed and shape policy that makes sense for the workplace BEFORE it becomes a law.  If you missed the sign up at the conference, you can sign up online here.
 
Diversity and Inclusion Champion Award

Kansas State Council of SHRM is seeking nominations for our Diversity and Inclusion Champion Award!

The Kansas State Council of SHRM will recognize a Kansas SHRM Chapter member's organization (not an individual) of those that are members of Kansas SHRM chapters that model, encourage and promote diversity and inclusion in the community and/or the workplace.
KS State Council of SHRM Diversity Director Lisa Carlton encourages individuals to take the opportunity to nominate their most commendable diversity and inclusion champions for this award.

The deadline is Friday, August 9th by 5:00 p.m.,and the nomination form can be found on the Kansas SHRM website by clicking here.

Nominees are expected to have demonstrated:
  • Work in the area of diversity and inclusion that goes above and beyond what is expected through normal job or organizational responsibilities.
  • Efforts that have resulted in a positive impact on others in the community and the workplace.
Lisa Carlton, Kansas SHRM Diversity Director says "Kansas State Council of SHRM knows that there are many deserving organizations in our state. Whether they've started a diversity and inclusion initiative, diversity committee, or volunteered to serve or assist the community to enhance diversity and inclusion, this is an opportunity to recognize an organization in our state and their efforts."

The Kansas State Council of SHRM will select the Diversity and Inclusion Champion, who will be recognized during the Kansas SHRM State Conference held September 11-13, 2019 in Overland Park, Kansas.

The recipient organization will receive a Diversity and Inclusion Champion certificate, and a donation will be made to a charity of their choice.  

Kansas SHRM Local Chapter Updates
HR Management Network
On Wednesday, March 27, our Regional Director, Scott Ferrin, presented before 38 attendees of the SHRM Strategic Planning and Budget Workshop.  Twenty-three (23) members and fifteen (15) guests participated in the full day event.  Development of our Mission and Vision Statements, as well as the establishment of SMART goals were identified.  Areas of; programs, communications/marketing/branding, board leadership, and membership were then discussed at length for action plans going forward.  It was a very enlightening and educational day for all those in attendance.
Thank you Scott for your time and dedication to the Human Resource Professionals of Kansas! 





If you would like content from your local chapter featured in the next newsletter, please contact Mallory at [email protected].
Upcoming Events
 
Date Time Topic Hosting Chapter Location Registration Link
4/10/2019 11:30am The Fair Labor Standards Act and The Family Medical Leave Act:  Do You Know What You NEED to Know? Western Kansas HRMA Fort Hays Register
4/11/2019 7:30 to 8:30am New Member Orientation Breakfast SHRM of Johnson County Overland Park Register
4/11/2019 11:30am to 1:00pm Apprenticeship Programs SHRM of Southwest Kansas Garden City Register
4/11/2019 11:30am - 1:00pm Roadmap to Responsibility: The Power of Give 'em Five to Transform Organizations Central Kansas SHRM McPherson Register
4/11/2019 11:30am - 1:00pm Employment Roundtable Central Kansas SHRM Hutchinson Register
4/12/2019 5:30pm Radius Brewing Patio HR Professionals Association of Greater Emporia Emporia Register
4/17/2019 11:30am State of the City - Attracting and Retaining Talent Wichita Chapter SHRM Wichita Register
4/17/2019 11:00am Wichita SHRM Member Orientation Wichita Chapter SHRM Wichita Register
4/17/2019 11:30am Empowering Your Employees with Financial Wellness HR Professionals Association of Greater Emporia Emporia Register
4/17/2019 8:00am - 9:30am Effective Conflict Resolution - Conflict Mode Workshop HR Management Network Manhattan Register
4/18/2019 11:30am - 1:30pm What's Hot? What's Not? Recent Developments in Labor and Employment Law SHRM of Johnson County Overland Park Register
4/18/2019 11:30am - 1:00pm Get Fierce - How to Do Employment Engagement  Salina HR Management Association Salina Regsiter
4/18/2019  12:00pm Mental Health First Aid Southeast Kansas HR Association Pittsburg Register
4/25/2019 11:30am - 1:00pm  HR Metrics/Analytics SHRM Topeka Chapter Topeka Register
4/25/2019 1:30pm - 4:00pm Training Session: Internal Investigations SHRM Topeka Chapter Topeka Register
5/7/2019 9:00am - 4:00pm 2019 Spring SHRMINAR - Modern Day Recruitment/Technology for the New Era Salina HR Management Association Salina Register
5/8/2019 11:30am Managing Employees with Attitude Western Kansas HRMA Fort Hays Register
5/8/2019 11:30am Sexual Harassment in the Era of #MeToo HR Professionals Association of Greater Emporia Emporia Register
5/10/2019 10:00am Starbucks HR Professionals Association of Greater Emporia Emporia Register
5/14/2019 11:30am - 1:00pm Questioning Strategies --- To Get What You Want Jayhawk Chapter SHRM Lawrence Register
5/15/2019 5:00pm to 7:00pm Biz Mixer SHRM of Johnson County Overland Park Register
5/15/2019 11:00am Wichita SHRM Member Orientation Wichita Chapter SHRM Wichita Register
5/15/2019 11:30am - 1:00pm Nudging - Lessons for Moving Savers and Organizations Toward a Better Retirement Wichita Chapter SHRM Wichita Register
5/15/2019 11:30am - 1:00pm Soldier for Life - Transition Assistance Program HR Management Network Manhattan Register
5/16/2019 11:00 am to 1:30 pm HR Analytics & Me: Why Can't We Be Friends? SHRM of Johnson County Overland Park Register
5/16/2019 11:30am - 1:30pm Challenges for HR Professionals Regarding Child Care Salina HR Management Association Salina Register
5/22/2019 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Heartland Labor and Employment Law Institute: Navigating the Maze of Employment Law SHRM of Johnson County Overland Park Register
5/23/2019 11:30am - 1:00pm Recruitment SHRM Topeka Chapter Topeka Register
6/11/2019 11:30am - 1:00pm The Power of The Paradigm - Changing your Habits to Create a Better Life Jayhawk Chapter SHRM Lawrence Register
6/12/2019 11:30am Supporting Moms in the Workplace Western Kansas HRMA Fort Hays Register
6/12/2019 11:30am Handling Employees With Disabilities HR Professionals Association of Greater Emporia Emporia Register
6/13/2019 11:30am to 1:00pm Performance Improvement Plans- Performance Management SHRM of Southwest Kansas Garden City Register
6/19/2019 11:00am Wichita SHRM Member Orientation Wichita Chapter SHRM Wichita Register
6/19/2019 5:30pm David Traylor Zoo HR Professionals Association of Greater Emporia Emporia Register
6/19/2019 3:30pm - 5:00pm Kansas Legislative Update HR Management Network Manhattan Register
6/20/2019 11:30am - 1:00pm Protecting Your Identity - What to Know, What to Do Salina HR Management Association Salina Register
6/20/2019 5:30pm - 8:00pm "Who Moved my Cheese" & "Leadership Pickles" Southeast Kansas HR Association Pittsburg Register
6/27/2019 11:30am - 1:00pm Topic:  What Benefits do Employees Feel are Most Important SHRM Topeka Chapter Topeka Register

Want to see your Chapter's content next quarter?

As a reminder - if you would you like to share updates or content from your Chapter's activities in the KSSHRM newsletter please review the content & publication dates below:

Anticipated
Publication Date
Content Submission Deadline
Q3 2019 - July 15, 2019
 July 1, 2019
Q4 2019 - October 15, 2019
 October 1, 2019
Q1  2020 - January 15, 2020
 January 1, 2019
Q2  2020 - April 15, 2020
 April 1, 2020

We would love to feature your Chapter's annual seminar program or any of the other great activities you are working on this year; i.e. certification prep courses, special awards or initiatives, etc.

Mallory Norton
KS SHRM Communications Director
[email protected]  
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