Flint Hills SHRM

10/30/2026

Help us celebrate Unique Hiram, the 2026 Flint Hills SHRM Superhero of the Year!

Every organization has someone who goes above and beyond, makes a difference, and helps make HR a little more extraordinary.

We’re excited to recognize Unique as our 2026 Superhero of the Year! This award celebrates the outstanding HR professionals who make a positive impact on their workplaces, their colleagues, and the HR community.

Join us in congratulating Unique on this well-deserved honor!

10/19/2026

Still on the fence? This is your sign to join us!

Great HR isn’t just about policies—it’s about navigating tough conversations and leading people through change.

Join us for the Flint Hills SHRM Annual Conference on October 21! Walk away with practical takeaways, fresh perspectives, and valuable connections you can put to work right away.

Invest in yourself, strengthen your skills, and connect with your HR community. You don’t want to miss this one!

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

10/12/2026

Mock Interviews | Kansas State University Fashion Studies Department | November 6th, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

The Department of Fashion Studies has partnered with Flint Hills SHRM to host mock interviews for fashion students in Justin Hall. This is a great opportunity to help students build confidence and gain experience with the interview process.

We have 8 spots available for SHRM members interested in participating. If you are interested, please sign up through the SignUpGenius link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054DACAA2DABF4CF8-66179694-mock.

Allison Muth will be coordinating the event. Please direct any questions to [email protected].

10/07/2026

Build Your Talent Pipeline with Apprenticeships!

There’s still time to RSVP! Join Flint Hills SHRM and the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce for a conversation about Registered Apprenticeships and the Kansas HR Registered Apprenticeship Program (KS HR RAP).

October 13, 2026 | 8:00 AM CDT
Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce 501 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, KS

Discover how “learn-while-you-earn” programs can help employers build talent, increase retention, and diversify their workforce.

Speaker: Michelle Ruder, KS HR RAP Coordinator

Register today—there’s still time to RSVP!

Join Flint Hills SHRM and Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce in a discussion about expanding your talent pipeline with apprenticeship opportunities

10/05/2026

CHANGE IS COMING. ARE YOU READY TO LEAD THROUGH IT?

Change can bring uncertainty, resistance, and frustration—for you AND the people you lead.

At the Flint Hills SHRM Annual Conference on October 21, Heidi Zahner-Younts, SHRM-CP, BCC, and Laura Rook will help us explore how to:
• Understand the stages of change
• Navigate resistance and uncertainty
• Help people get unstuck
• Build resilience and keep moving forward

Don’t just manage change. Learn how to lead people through it.
October 21, 2026 | Flint Hills SHRM Annual Conference

Register today!!
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09/29/2026

🚨 HR PROFESSIONALS — MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 🚨

The Flint Hills SHRM Annual Conference is coming up on Wednesday, October 21, 2026!

This year, we’re tackling two topics every HR professional and leader can relate to:

💬 Crucial Conversations
How do you navigate the conversations that are difficult, uncomfortable, or simply need to happen?

🔄 Change Management
Change is inevitable—but how we communicate, lead, and support employees through it can make all the difference.

Join us for a day of learning, practical takeaways, great conversations, and networking with fellow HR professionals.

📅 October 21, 2026
⭐ Flint Hills SHRM Annual Conference

Whether you're leading change, coaching leaders, handling employee concerns, or having those conversations everyone else wants to avoid—this conference is for you!

08/20/2026

We’re pretty sure everyone left a little more informed… and a LOT more exhausted.

On August 19, Flint Hills SHRM welcomed Natalie Bright with Bright & Carpenter Consulting for a deep dive into all things 2026 Kansas Legislative Session.

We covered the good, the complicated, the “wait…what does that mean for HR?” and everything in between. There’s a lot to keep up with, and Natalie helped us make sense of it all!

A huge THANK YOU to Natalie for sharing her expertise and helping us prepare for what’s ahead. 💜

We learned a lot. We have questions. We’re tired. And we’re definitely ready to dig in deeper to what this will mean for all of us and our businesses.

08/11/2026

HR PROS: Stay Ahead of the Legislative Curve!

What’s changing in HR legislation—and what does it mean for you and your organization? Join Flint Hills SHRM for an important HR Legislative Update with special guest Natalie Bright of Bright and Carpenter Consulting, Inc.

Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 11:30 AM
at Eisenhower Recreation Center

Come get the latest insights, stay informed, and be ready for what’s ahead in the world of HR.

Know the law. Navigate the changes. Lead with confidence.

We hope to see you there!

07/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined the July Monthly Meeting & Program. Apologies for the delay in sharing this recap, and thank you for your patience.

A special thank you to Kristina Dietrick of HR Partner, LLC, for presenting an informative and engaging session on today's evolving HR landscape. Attendees gained valuable insights into current HR trends, effective interviewing and onboarding practices, and the benefits of 360 assessments.

Thank you to everyone who attended, participated in the discussion, and helped make the morning a success. The continued engagement and support of our members make these programs meaningful, and we look forward to seeing everyone at the next meeting!

07/21/2026

Childcare can have a HUGE impact on our employees. With the change in the school start and end times taking effect this year, your employees may be feeling the heat. Child Care Aware is collecting information on the need for additional after school care. Pass along the word to those that may be effected.

Child Care Aware of Eastern Kansas is gathering information to better understand the community's need for after-school programming for the 2026–2027 school year.

Your feedback will help identify the gap between the need for care and the programs currently available. The information collected will support local providers and community partners as they plan staffing, expand programming, and increase capacity to better serve school-age children and their families.

If you have a school-age child, please take a few minutes to complete the survey and share it with other families. Every response helps build a clearer picture of our community's needs and supports efforts to create more accessible, high-quality out-of-school time opportunities for Manhattan students. The link to the survey is here:

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