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HR LUNCH BUNCH

Lunch Bunch is our free monthly webinar series designed to keep you informed, inspired, and connected. Held during the lunch hour, these sessions are led by seasoned professionals who bring expertise, clarity, and a touch of humor to even the most complex workplace topics. Each session is presented in a casual, conversational style—more like a thoughtful discussion with colleagues than a formal training. We cover timely issues facing today’s workplaces, share real-world scenarios, and offer practical takeaways you can put to use right away. Whether you’re deep in HR or just brushing up on best practices, Lunch Bunch is a great way to explore fresh ideas, learn from others, and stay current—without giving up your whole day. So grab your lunch, log in, and join us for a smart, approachable conversation that makes HR feel a little more human.

Succeeding as an HR Department of One

December 3, 2025 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm | Deborah Jeffries, SHRM-CP, SCP, CPC | Free

As the solo HR practitioner you are often pulled in many directions with what feels like many bosses to make happy. You must be all things HR to all people.

As an HR department of one, you must prioritize your responsibilities for immediate needs like onboarding, payroll administration and terminations, as well as plan around long-term needs like recruiting strategy, performance evaluation policies, and pay structures.

There is no easy button or a silver bullet (we know that’s what you are really looking for); however, there are things you can implement to not just survive but thrive as a solo HR professional.

This program is designed to help you navigate meeting the needs of your internal customers and still get your job done. We’ll even offer you ideas, suggestions, tools, guidance and perhaps a different perspective on some of your most challenging activities so you can accomplish more at the end of each day and sleep better each night. Some of the factors that we explore include:

  • Strategically align your department and organization’s goals and priorities within the business
  • Get the help you need: When to hire, outsource, or automate
  • Find the right service providers to assist
  • Getting help from your internal team
  • Building a network of your peers
  • Leveraging technology to meet the needs within your department

As a solitary HR professional, you can be an incredible asset to your organization, even if you don’t have an HR team to support you. By prioritizing well and focusing on what’s most important, you can make the most of your limited time and handle the HR matters at your organization professionally and effectively while creating a productive working environment

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HR is Transforming. Are You Ready for What's Coming in 2026?

January 7, 2026 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm | Deborah Jeffries, SHRM-CP, SCP, CPC | Free

We will explore where HR is headed next and what we can expect in 2026 as trends, priorities, and workforce expectations continue to evolve. As the makeup of the workforce shifts, HR must adapt right alongside it. Today’s HR role is more multifaceted than ever — blending business strategy, compliance, process improvement, employee experience, and organizational development.

Together, we’ll review the latest predictions and movement across the HR landscape and discuss what HR professionals should be paying attention to now, so we are prepared for what’s coming in our ever-changing environment.

We look forward to your participation — and to hearing your experiences, observations, and insights about what you’re seeing in your organizations and elsewhere. Join us for a meaningful discussion that blends real-world practice with the latest expert forecasts.

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ACADEMY ACCESS

Looking to sharpen your HR skills or train your leadership team? Visit our Academy to access a growing library of on-demand courses, including our popular Supervisory Series and a wide range of educational materials. Whether you're building knowledge or tackling compliance challenges, the Academy makes it easy to learn on your schedule.

Access the Academy

At this time, the Academy only accepts single-learner registrations through the platform. If you need to register multiple individuals, please complete our group registration form available within our Academy course page. Once submitted, our team will invoice your organization and handle the registration process—ensuring each learner receives direct access and an invitation to the Academy.

CUSTOM TRAINING

We deliver client-specific custom training wherever it works best for your team — live at your location, virtually through an online platform, or in person at our site, which comfortably accommodates up to 20 learners. Our trainings are designed to meet your organization’s unique needs and culture, empowering your team with practical, relevant knowledge that supports immediate and long-term success.

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