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SUMMARY:Seattle SHRM Board Meeting - July
DESCRIPTION:Join the Seattle SHRM Board of Directors for our monthly meeting\, held on the first Thursday of each month from 5:00–6:30 PM. These meetings are open to all Seattle SHRM members who are interested in getting more involved or learning about our chapter’s work. \nInterested in attending? Email us at admin@shrm-seattle.com — we’d love to have you join us! \n 
URL:https://seattleshrm.org/event/seattle-shrm-board-meeting/
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SUMMARY:June Chapter Meeting: Optimizing Benefits Education
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Optimizing Benefits Education – Essential Strategies for HR \nMany employees don’t fully understand their benefits or how to use them\, and traditional annual enrollment meetings don’t provide the guidance they need. HR professionals can improve engagement and reduce unnecessary costs by rethinking their strategy to communicate health & financial benefits. Join us to explore practical ways to educate a multigenerational workforce\, use technology to ease administrative work\, and deliver messages that meet employees where they are. \nLearning Objectives\n \n\nUnderstand the organizational impact of low employee health and financial literacy.\nLearn best practices for educating a diverse\, multigenerational workforce on health and retirement benefits.\nExplore strategies to make benefits information more accessible for employees and their families.\nBuild a year-round communication plan using technology to tailor messaging by career stage\, learning style\, and life events.\n\nAttendee Credits \nAttendees who participate for the full duration of the educational session will be eligible to earn 1 SHRM and 1 HRCI recertification credit. \nPanelists \n\n \nBak Hashimi has over 15 years of experience in the Human Capital Management (HCM) space\, working at the intersection of HR and Finance to support organizations through various phases of growth and change. His background includes collaborating with cross-functional teams to align people strategies with business goals\, with a focus on systems\, processes\, and operational effectiveness. He lives in Kirkland\, WA with his wife and two daughters. Outside of work\, Bak enjoys spending time outdoors\, traveling\, and hosting family and friends. \n\n\n \nWith nearly two decades of experience in the Retirement Plan Sector\, Paul Murphy has earned a reputation as a trusted advisor and expert in employer-sponsored retirement plans. As an Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF)\, Paul places his clients’ needs above all else. His consulting approach emphasizes building lasting relationships and providing independent\, high-quality guidance. Paul is dedicated to helping HR teams navigate the complexities of retirement plan management while fostering a culture of financial wellness and retirement preparedness among employees\, ensuring they are well-prepared for their financial futures. Residing in Seattle with his wife and two children\, Paul enjoys skiing\, backpacking\, hiking\, and camping in his free time. \n\n\n \nCameron Connally serves as Assistant Vice President\, Employee Benefits at Woodruff Sawyer. He partners with HR leaders to build sustainable benefits programs that serve the interests of both the business and their people. Cameron emphasizes giving control back to employers by cutting waste\, ensuring price transparency\, and partnering with high-quality providers. His approach helps organizations offer a high standard of healthcare while improving employee access. Cameron lives near Seattle with his wife\, two teenage sons\, and two corgis who firmly believe they’re in charge.
URL:https://seattleshrm.org/event/june-chapter-meeting-optimizing-benefits-education-essential-strategies-for-hr/
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SUMMARY:Networking Night: Connect with Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Join Seattle SHRM on June 11 for an evening of purposeful networking designed to elevate your HR career and help you connect with intention. \nSet in a vibrant Capitol Hill venue\, this event combines great conversation\, local brews\, and professional insights in a relaxed and engaging environment. Your ticket includes one drink ticket and light appetizers\, so you can sip\, snack\, and socialize while making meaningful connections with fellow HR professionals. \nWe’re thrilled to feature Kate Carte\, a strategic HR leader and relationship-building expert\, who will share actionable insights on how to network with clarity\, confidence\, and purpose. Whether you’re new to the field or an experienced pro\, you’ll walk away with fresh strategies and new connections. \nExpect an atmosphere that’s equal parts inspiring and fun—with raffle prizes\, a welcoming community\, and takeaways you can actually use.
URL:https://seattleshrm.org/event/networking-night-connect-with-purpose/
LOCATION:In-Person: Stoup Brewing – Capitol Hill
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events
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SUMMARY:Seattle SHRM Board Meeting - June
DESCRIPTION:Join the Seattle SHRM Board of Directors for our monthly meeting\, held on the first Thursday of each month from 5:00–6:30 PM. These meetings are open to all Seattle SHRM members who are interested in getting more involved or learning about our chapter’s work. \nInterested in attending? Email us at admin@shrm-seattle.com — we’d love to have you join us! \n 
URL:https://seattleshrm.org/event/seattle-shrm-board-meeting-june/
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