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• Spring 2026 HR Professional Book Club

  • Start
    February 20, 2026
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  • End
    May 01, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Hybrid via Teams and in-person (location TBD)

  

  
  

  We’re excited to announce our Spring 2026 HR Professional Book Club! We’ll be reading Strong Ground by Brené Brown—a powerful exploration of resilience, leadership, and connection.

  
  

  Book Club Details

  Book: Strong Ground

  Author: Brené Brown

  Session Dates: Every 2 weeks on Fridays from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm:

  • Session 1: February 20
  • Session 2: March 6
  • Session 3: March 20
  • Session 4: April 3
  • Session 5: April 17
  • Session 6: May 1

  Location: Hybrid via Teams and in-person (location TBD)

  Book Options: Hardback, e-book, or audiobook (please select via registration)

  Reading: Approximately 65+ pages per session

  
  

  What’s in it for you?

  • Free copies of the book will be provided to BNHRC members. Non-members are welcome to join but will need to purchase their own copy.
  • Earn HR certification credits: Participate and earn valuable HR certification credits
  • Engaging discussions: Explore meaningful topics with peers in a supportive environment
  • Flexible format: Participate in a hybrid format—join in person or virtually, depending on your preference and schedule
  • Professional networking and development: Connect with fellow HR professionals and grow your skills

  
  

  Can’t make every meeting? We understand life happens—if you miss a session, no worries! You’ll still benefit from reading the book and can catch up with the group.

  
  

  Interested in joining?

  Register by January 28th to reserve your spot, get your free copy of Strong Ground, and start earning HR certification credits!

  
  

  Let’s go on this inspiring journey together!

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• February Chapter Meeting - Illinois Employment Law Update

  • When
    February 24, 2026
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    10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Hybrid (Illinois Soybean Association or Microsoft Teams)

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  February Chapter Meeting

  Topic: Illinois Employment Law Update

  Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026

  Time: 10:30 am - 3:00 pm *note: this is a different timeframe than our regular chapter meetings are held*

  Format: Hybrid meeting - choose from in-person or virtual options:

  • In-person: Join our speakers at the Illinois Soybean Association office with lunch (catered by Chipotle), snacks, and networking provided
  • Virtual: Presentation streamed via Microsoft Teams beginning around 10:50 am - 3:00 pm

  
  

  Featured Speaker

  Davis & Campbell - see the speaker bios --> BNHRC 2026 Law Update Speaker Bios.pdf

  
  

  What You'll Learn

  Topics covered for 2026:

  • The New Direction of the EEOC
  • Regulation of AI in Employment
  • The New Landscape for H1b Visas
  • Federal Appellate Court Decisions on NLRB Labor Law Issues
  • OSHA Heat Injury and Illness Prevention
  • U.S. Supreme Court Roundup: Ames v. Ohio; and Stanley v City of Sanford
  • Seventh Circuit Weighs in on Medical Examinations under the ADA
  • Mercado v. S&C Electric: Fixing “Regular Rate of Pay” Problems
  • One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Benefits Issues and Overtime Reporting
  • Amendments (including Workplace Transparency Act) & New Statutes Illinois
  • Constitutionality of State Regulations on Gender Affirming Care
  • Mandatory Arbitration Agreements for Local Delivery Drivers

  
  

  Agenda

  • 10:30 am - In-person attendees arrive for meeting and networking

  • 10:50 am - Virtual attendees may login to webinar (a Microsoft Teams link will be sent a day prior to the event; join on a device with or without a camera; there will be a call-in feature)

  • 10:55 AM - 11:00 AM - Announcements + speaker introductions

  • 11:00 AM - 12:10 PM - Law Update Part 1

  • 12:10 PM - 12:40 PM - Lunch Break (Chipotle will be provided to in-person attendees)

  • 12:45 PM - 2:15 PM - Law Update Part 2

  • 2:15 PM - 2:30 PM - Afternoon Break

  • 2:30 PM - 3:00PM – Speaker Wrap-up + Q&A

  
  

  Recertification Credits

  Attendees will receive three SHRM professional development credits (PDC) and/or three HRCI business credits. 

   
  

  
  

  Registration Policy

  • Registration deadline is Friday, February 20 at 12:00 pm
  • Anyone may attend in place of an active BNHRC member
  • Guests welcome ($50 guest fee due by registration deadline)
  • Review our event registration FAQs

  
  

  Questions?

  Email us at hello@bnhrc.org

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