HR Collaborative

08/28/2026

Your HR function may be telling you more than you realize. Here are a few signs it might be time to take a closer look 👇

Organizations rarely struggle because of a single HR issue. More often, the challenges they experience are symptoms of multiple people practices that have become misaligned over time. That's why it's important to step back and look at the whole picture.

08/27/2026

Your next level of leadership will ask you to think bigger.

Beyond your role. Beyond your department. Beyond what's right in front of you.

Our Transformational Leadership Development Cohort brings current and aspiring executives together for four interactive sessions designed to strengthen the strategic thinking, business acumen, and organizational leadership today's senior leaders need.

It all starts September 22 in Grand Rapids.

Swipe to see what you'll explore, then learn more and save your seat → https://bit.ly/46pU4b4

08/27/2026

🎉 We’re celebrating TWO years of Taylor Lewandowsky at HRC!

If you’ve worked with Taylor, you know how much he cares about the people he serves. He’s always willing to go the extra mile for our clients, candidates, and team.

That commitment extends beyond our office, too. You’ll often find Taylor volunteering at career fairs, supporting youth events, and helping connect people and employers with the right opportunities in our community.

As a Talent Placement Strategist, Taylor brings responsiveness, professionalism, and genuine care to everything he does, and we’re incredibly grateful for all he’s brought to HRC over the past two years.

And we can’t forget one of his greatest accomplishments: 2024 HRC Chili Cookoff Champion. 🌶️🏆

Cheers to two years, Taylor! We’re lucky to have you on our team and can’t wait to see what year three brings. 💛

08/26/2026

Wish you were here! 💌 Actually... you can be.

We're opening our doors during Grand Rapids Tech Week for Fully Charged, a free morning social built around good coffee, new connections, and the people behind all that innovation.

Come recharge with us, swap Tech Week takeaways with fellow business and HR professionals, and spend a little time talking about how we can prepare our people for the changing world of work. ⚡

📬 Consider this your official invitation.

Join us Wednesday, September 16 at 8:30 AM and save your spot for free → https://bit.ly/3Spg4zH

08/25/2026

Is fractional staffing the right fit for your organization?

Our Talent Placement Director, Matt Jemilo, is sharing four situations where fractional talent can help organizations stay productive, navigate growth, and fill critical gaps.

Learn more about our Fractional Staffing services on our new landing page: https://bit.ly/4xnGbGs

08/24/2026

Professional development is most valuable when you can actually put it to work.

Whether we're hosting the conversation or joining others in the community, HRC events are opportunities to connect, learn, and dig into the people challenges organizations are navigating every day.

From workshops and panels to networking events and community conversations, you’ll find our team sharing what we know, learning alongside others, and helping make work better.

See where you can find us next → https://bit.ly/45LgeEG

08/21/2026

Our Transformational Leadership Development Cohort begins one month from today!

The best leaders don't wait until they have all the answers. They invest in becoming the kind of leader others want to follow.

If you're preparing for executive leadership, stepping into a senior leadership role, or looking to elevate your impact, our Transformational Leadership Development Cohort was built for you.

Over four immersive sessions, you'll gain practical strategies, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections with fellow leaders navigating similar challenges.

Your next step as a leader starts here. Learn more and reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/4xbxjDS

08/20/2026

Hello, Kalamazoo and Southwest Michigan!

We're excited to join the Southwest Michigan First Chamber for an engaging morning of networking and workforce conversations.

Our HR Consultant, Sandi Karman, will be speaking on one of today's biggest leadership challenges: helping frontline managers lead with confidence in a rapidly changing workforce.

Join Sandi and other Southwest Michigan leaders for a great morning of conversation and connection.

Register today: https://bit.ly/4cK8wya

08/19/2026

Tech Week is packed with conversations about the latest technology.

We're creating space for a different conversation: How do you prepare your people for what's next?

Join us for coffee, donuts, and meaningful conversations with fellow business and HR professionals before another day of Tech Week. We'll share practical insights on topics like upskilling, reskilling, and leading through change while making time to network and connect.

Register for Fully Charged: Tech Week Social with HR Collaborative 👉

Morning social hour: networking, activities, & short presentation

08/18/2026

We're in Detroit and ready to connect, Biggby Coffee Nation! ☕️

If you're attending the BIGGBY Nation Summit, stop by Booth #34 and say hello to Jamie Knoertzer and Marcy McMahon. We'd love to hear what's happening in your stores, learn more about your teams, and connect with the people who fuel BIGGBY Nation and the communities you serve.