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EVENTS

BNHRC offers a variety of exciting programs throughout the year, giving members and guests the chance to connect with local HR professionals, dive into timely HR topics, and earn valuable SHRM and HRCI re-certification credits. Advance registration is required for most events, so be sure to sign up early and secure your spot!

See our Event Registration FAQ for more information.

Upcoming Events

    • December 11, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • RoomReady, 2200 Enterprise Dr. Bloomington, IL 61705

    Join BNHRC for our next HR Roundtable on Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 12 - 1 PM

    About our Roundtables: 

    • LEARN: Roundtables are designed for BNHRC members to have an open discussion and a safe space to share and learn from each other. 
    • NETWORK: A guest may attend in place of a BNHRC member and will be asked to include the BNHRC member's name on their registration. 
    • IN-PERSON: This roundtable will be held in person. A boxed lunch will be provided. 

    Featured Topic: Managing a Millennial 

    Location: RoomReady, 2200 Enterprise Dr. Bloomington, IL 61705

    Boxed lunch options (Jason's Deli): 

    • Turkey Deluxe – Roasted turkey breast, leafy lettuce, tomato, on an Ancient Grain bun and assorted cheeses. Includes chips, pickle, and chocolate chip cookie.
    • Ham Deluxe - Ham, leafy lettuce, tomato, on an All-butter Croissant and assorted cheeses. Includes chips, pickle, and chocolate chip cookie.
    • Nutty-Mixed Up Salad - Grilled, 100% antibiotic-free chicken breast, grapes, strawberries, cranberry-walnut mix, organic field greens, and feta with balsamic vinaigrette and chocolate chip cookie.
    • Veggie Sandwich – Organic spinach, guacamole, hummus, Roma tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, on an Ancient Grain bun with Fresh fruit and chocolate chip cookie.

    Recertification Credits: 1 SHRM PDC, 1 HRCI General Credit 


        

    Registration deadline: Monday, December 8, 2025

    Email hello@bnhrc.org with any questions.

    • December 17, 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Illinois Soybean Association - 1108 Trinity Lane, Bloomington
    Register

    Event: Holiday Breakfast & Member Appreciation Event

    Date: Wednesday, December 17, 2025

    Time: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

    Location: Illinois Soybean Association - 1108 Trinity Lane, Bloomington

    About the Event: BNHRC warmly invites you to our annual holiday party and member appreciation event. We are thrilled to host an in-person, open-house gathering where breakfast will be served. As usual, we encourage you to wear your most festive holiday attire, whether it's outrageous, ugly, or simply festive! Enjoy a morning of fun, including networking, games, raffle prizes, and more.

    Who can attend? While this event is targeted for BNHRC member appreciation, anyone can attend in place of an active member or as a guest. This is a great opportunity to expose someone to BNHRC or for someone considering joining BNHRC to get to know us and learn more about our chapter. The guest fee is $15 and must be paid by the registration deadline below per our event payment policies.

    Registration deadline: Please register by noon on Friday, December 12 so we have an idea of how many people to expect.

    If you have any questions, please contact us at hello@bnhrc.org

    Past events

    November 18, 2025 November Chapter Meeting: Better Sleep & Energy for HR Professionals
    November 07, 2025 Safe Spaces & Brave Conversations: Roundtable and Networking Event
    October 28, 2025 October Chapter Meeting: Developing Equitable and Transparent Compensation Programs
    October 23, 2025 Member Networking Event
    September 23, 2025 September Chapter Meeting: Conflict, Ethics, and Culture: Navigating the Tough Conversations
    September 11, 2025 HR Roundtable: Growing a Sustainable Workplace
    September 05, 2025 Fall 2025 HR Professional Book Club
    August 21, 2025 Central Illinois HR Conference (Must register in advance to attend!)
    July 19, 2025 Member Networking Event: Corn Crib Family Night
    June 29, 2025 SHRM 2025 Annual Conference & Expo
    June 12, 2025 HR Roundtable: Gen Z's Impact on the Workplace
    June 05, 2025 Midwest Food Bank Volunteer Night
    May 27, 2025 May Chapter Meeting: A Happier U | Work Habits to Enhance Well-Being, Reduce Stress & Enhance Performance
    April 22, 2025 April Chapter Meeting: How to Improve Your Employee Experience Through Employee Journey Mapping
    March 25, 2025 March Chapter Meeting: Economic Insights and Workforce Solutions Amidst Inflation
    March 13, 2025 HR Roundtable: Navigating the Rise of AI
    March 12, 2025 BNHRC Member Networking Event
    February 25, 2025 February Chapter Meeting: Employment Law Update
    January 28, 2025 January Chapter Meeting: Ergonomics
    December 12, 2024 Holiday Breakfast & Member Appreciation Event
    November 14, 2024 BNHRC Member Networking & DEI Event
    November 12, 2024 November Chapter Meeting
    October 22, 2024 October Chapter Meeting
    October 17, 2024 HR Roundtable: Nepotism in the Workplace
    September 24, 2024 September Chapter Meeting
    September 19, 2024 BNHRC Member Networking Event
    August 22, 2024 Central IL HR Conference (Registration on AAIM website is required to attend)
    July 23, 2024 July Chapter Meeting
    June 23, 2024 SHRM Annual Conference & Expo
    June 20, 2024 HR Roundtable: Pride Month in the Workplace
    May 21, 2024 May Chapter Meeting
    April 23, 2024 April Chapter Meeting
    April 18, 2024 HR Roundtable: Performance Management
    April 14, 2024 SHRM Talent Conference & Expo
    March 26, 2024 March Chapter Meeting: Workforce Development
    March 14, 2024 BNHRC Member Networking Lunch
    March 07, 2024 Retaining Employees: Using Stay Interviews Effectively
    February 27, 2024 February Chapter Meeting: Employment Law Update
    January 23, 2024 January Chapter Meeting: Trauma-Informed Workplaces
    December 07, 2023 Holiday Breakfast & Member Appreciation Event
    November 29, 2023 November Chapter Meeting: Paid Leave for All Workers Act
    October 30, 2023 SHRM Inclusion 2023
    October 22, 2023 24th Annual Illinois SHRM Conference & Exposition
    October 17, 2023 October Chapter Meeting: Belonging at Work
    October 09, 2023 HR Virtual Roundtable: Domestic Violence Awareness Month
    September 26, 2023 September Chapter Meeting: Community Employment Resources
    September 12, 2023 BNHRC Member Networking Event
    August 24, 2023 Central Illinois HR Conference (Full-day event!)
    July 25, 2023 July Chapter Meeting: Workplace Wellness - Ergonomics
    July 12, 2023 HR Virtual Roundtable: Artificial Intelligence and HR
    June 27, 2023 June Chapter Meeting - Hello in There: Revitalizing the Human Connection
    June 21, 2023 June BNHRC Member Networking Event
    May 23, 2023 May Chapter Meeting: Mental Health Resources in McLean County
    April 25, 2023 April Chapter Meeting: Benefits Trends & Strategies
    April 13, 2023 HR Virtual Roundtable: Volunteerism and Corporate Social Responsibility
    March 28, 2023 March Chapter Meeting
    March 07, 2023 BNHRC Networking Event
    February 21, 2023 February Chapter Meeting: Employment Law Update
    January 24, 2023 January Chapter Meeting: Productivity Syles
    January 11, 2023 HR Virtual Roundtable: Employee Satisfaction & Engagement
    December 14, 2022 Holiday Party & Member Appreciation Event
    November 15, 2022 November Chapter Meeting: Emotional Intelligence Employee Development Blueprint
    November 10, 2022 HR Virtual Roundtable: Employee Professional Development
    October 18, 2022 October Chapter Meeting | Courageous Leadership: Intentional Design for Equitable Organizations
    September 27, 2022 September Chapter Meeting: The Mindful Workday - How to Shift from Surviving to Thriving
    September 08, 2022 HR Virtual Roundtable
    August 23, 2022 August Chapter Meeting: Leading Forward
    August 09, 2022 BNHRC Member Networking Event
    July 26, 2022 July Chapter Meeting: Ethics
    July 14, 2022 HR Virtual Roundtable: Leadership Development
    June 28, 2022 June Chapter Meeting: Competing for Talent in an Experience Economy
    May 24, 2022 May Chapter Meeting: Compensation and Benefits Trends
    May 12, 2022 HR Virtual Roundtable: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
    April 26, 2022 April Chapter Meeting: Exploring and Understanding Allyship
    March 22, 2022 March Chapter Meeting: Local Workforce Dynamics
    March 10, 2022 HR Virtual Roundtable: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
    February 22, 2022 February Chapter Meeting: Employment Law Update
    January 25, 2022 January Chapter Meeting: Handling the Unexpected Under the FMLA
    January 13, 2022 HR Virtual Roundtable: Performance Management
    December 07, 2021 Member Appreciation Event
    November 16, 2021 November Chapter Meeting: Writing is a Conversation
    November 11, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: Performance Management
    October 26, 2021 October BNHRC Chapter Meeting: Growing Your Conflict Management Skills During Times of Change
    October 14, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: Benefits Administration
    September 21, 2021 September Chapter Meeting: Inclusive Leadership in Action
    September 09, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: Managing a Multi-Generational Workforce
    August 24, 2021 August BNHRC Chapter Meeting: Are You an Effective Leader?
    August 19, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: Employee Engagement
    July 27, 2021 July BNHRC Chapter Meeting: Building Relationships as the Key to Confidence
    July 08, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: HR Technology
    June 22, 2021 June BNHRC Chapter Meeting: REACHing Your High Potential Employees
    June 10, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: Onboarding Strategies
    May 25, 2021 Gambling and Substance Use in the Workplace
    May 13, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: Return to Workplace Planning
    April 27, 2021 Virtual Onboarding: Best Practices, Tips, and Tricks
    April 08, 2021 HR Virtual Roundtable: Mental Health & Workplace Culture
    March 30, 2021 Multicultural Leadership Institute
    March 23, 2021 Microsoft Outlook Balance and Productivity Optimization
    February 23, 2021 Employment Law Update - Two Sessions
    January 26, 2021 Executive Panel Discussion
    December 08, 2020 BNHRC Member Appreciation Event
    November 17, 2020 Workplace Trends for 2021 and Beyond
    October 27, 2020 Crucial Conversations
    October 07, 2020 ILSHRM Virtual State Conference
    September 22, 2020 The Truth About Microaggressions
    August 25, 2020 Professional Burnout and Developing Resiliency
    July 28, 2020 Recruiting & Sourcing Panel - A Lot Has Changed
    July 15, 2020 Supercharging Performance: Build A Coaching Culture to Deliver Results Now
    June 24, 2020 Volunteering at Midwest Food Bank
    June 23, 2020 Reasonable Suspicion Training for Marijuana
    June 17, 2020 Proven Strategies to Keep Remote Workers Engaged, Enthused, and Effective
    May 26, 2020 5 Voices: Finding Your Leadership Voice
    May 07, 2020 Return to Work: Critical Information for Employers as Employees Come Back to the Workplace
    April 28, 2020 Monthly Chapter Meeting
    April 16, 2020 COVID 19 Webinar
    February 25, 2020 Employment Law Update
    January 28, 2020 Self-Handicapping Behavior in the Workplace
    December 10, 2019 December BNHRC Meeting: Annual Holiday & Member Appreciation Event
    November 19, 2019 November BNHRC Meeting
    October 22, 2019 October BNHRC Meeting: Future of Work
    September 17, 2019 Professional Headshot - 11:30 am
    September 17, 2019 September BNHRC Meeting - Cultural Competence: Stereotypes, Myths, and Misconceptions
    September 17, 2019 Professional Headshot - 11:15 am
    September 17, 2019 Professional Headshot - 11:00 am
    September 17, 2019 Professional Headshot - 10:45 am
    August 22, 2019 Central IL HR Conference
    July 23, 2019 July BNHRC Meeting: Illinois Minimum Wage Law
    June 18, 2019 June BNHRC Meeting - HR Leaders as Coach: Creating a Coaching Climate and Culture for High Potential Employees
    May 28, 2019 May BNHRC Meeting & 55th Anniversary - Six Smart HR Strategies to Address Today's Serious Skills Gap
    April 23, 2019 April BNHRC Meeting - Making a Change: For Good
    March 26, 2019 March BNHRC Meeting: Local Workforce Development Resources
    March 05, 2019 BNHRC Book Club
    February 26, 2019 February BNHRC Meeting: Annual Employment Law Update
    January 22, 2019 January BNHRC Meeting: Documentation Aggravations and Obligations
    December 11, 2018 December BNHRC Meeting: Member Appreciation & Annual Holiday Party
    November 27, 2018 November BNHRC Meeting: Communicating Clearly, Concisely and With A Purpose
    October 23, 2018 October BNHRC Meeting
    October 09, 2018 CIHRG Presents: Transformational Teams: Establishing a Culture to Foster Productivity, Cohesion and Resilience
    September 27, 2018 September BNHRC Meeting
    August 30, 2018 Central IL HR Leadership Conference
    July 24, 2018 July BNHRC Meeting
    June 26, 2018 June BNHRC Networking Event
    May 22, 2018 May BNHRC Meeting
    April 24, 2018 April BNHRC Meeting
    March 27, 2018 March BNHRC Meeting
    March 07, 2018 SHRM Certification Study Group
    February 27, 2018 BNHRC Law Update
    January 23, 2018 January BNHRC Meeting
    December 12, 2017 Annual BNHRC Holiday Party
    November 14, 2017 November BNHRC Meeting
    October 24, 2017 CEO Exchange
    September 28, 2017 Diversity Month!
    August 31, 2017 August BNHRC Event - ANNUAL CONFERENCE
    July 25, 2017 July BNHRC Meeting
    June 27, 2017 June BNHRC Meeting
    May 23, 2017 May BNHRC Meeting
    April 25, 2017 Photo Shoot Sign Up 4 - 1:00 - 1:30
    April 25, 2017 Photo Shoot Sign Up 3 - 11:30 - 12:00
    April 25, 2017 April BNHRC Meeting
    April 25, 2017 Photo Shoot Sign Up 2 - 11:00 - 11:30
    April 25, 2017 Photo Shoot Sign Up 1 - 10:30 - 11:00
    March 28, 2017 March BNHRC Meeting
    February 28, 2017 February BNHRC Meeting
    January 24, 2017 January BNHRC Meeting
    December 13, 2016 December Holiday Party
    November 15, 2016 November- CEO Exchange
    July 21, 2016 Power Hour with BNHRC - 2nd Session
    July 20, 2016 NEW! Power Hour with BNHRC
    May 24, 2016 May Chapter Meeting - Trends in Compensation Philosophy and Structures
    February 23, 2016 BNHRC February Chapter Meeting - Annual Law Update presented by Davis & Campbell
    January 26, 2016 January Chapter Meeting - Social Media as a Recruiting Tool
    December 08, 2015 BNHRC Holiday Party
    November 17, 2015 BNHRC Chapter Meeting
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