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Southwest Michigan SHRM Chapter - October 2025 Newsletter

    October 28, 2025

    Check out this month's Newsletter!

     

     

    Your Southwest Michigan SHRM Board Members:

    Katie Ittermann-President | Ted Chase-Membership Director   
    Melissa Hahn-Legislative Director | Jennifer Pratt-Secretary & Certification Director | Cassandra Adams-Treasurer

    HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MONTH

    • Please help us welcome Cassandra Adams to the board as our new Treasurer!
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    UPCOMING EVENTS

    Check out the Meeting & Events section of this website for more details.

    IMPORTANT MEMBERSHIP UPDATES: DUAL MEMBERSHIP LAUNCHING SOON-DECEMBER 8, 2025

    As a Chapter we have to continue to evolve and the way we are going to move forward is to implement Dual Membership starting December 8, 2025.  What does this mean for you as a member?  It just means that you will be asked to complete both your National and local SHRM membership in one application. Check out some of the great benefits with SHRM's Dual Membership.

    Exclusive Access to Resources

    Enjoy exclusive access to a wealth of resources, such as research papers, whitepapers, toolkits, and publications from both national and local chapters, enhancing your HR knowledge and skills.

    Comprehensive Networking Opportunities

    Connect with HR professionals at both the local and national levels, expanding your network to access a wider range of contacts, mentors, and potential career opportunities.

    Diverse Professional Development Programs

    Benefit from a combination of national-level conferences, webinars, and workshops, as well as localized events tailored to your region's specific HR needs, ensuring a well-rounded professional development experience.

    Knowledge Sharing & Best Practices

    Gain insights and stay updated on the latest HR trends, best practices, and industry-specific knowledge from both local HR experts and national thought leaders, fostering continuous learning and growth.

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