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Arkansas SHRM HR Conference & Expo
Arkansas SHRM
October 14-16, 2026
Hot Springs, ARRegistration now open!
Financial Wellness: Overcoming the Ills of Company-Sponsored Programs
WAHRA
June 9, 2026
Fort Smith, ARPresented by Chris Thixton, QPA, QKC, of Pension Consultants, Inc. Springfield, MO Financial insecurity and stress are wreaking havoc on workers.
Maximizing ROI from Departing Employees: Insights and Strategies
WCASHRM
May 26, 2026
This presentation highlights the critical importance of managing employee departures strategically.
Managing What's Outside Your Control: Protecting Psychological Safety
WAHRA
May 12, 2026
Fort Smith, ARPooja Kothari, Boundless Awareness, LLC (Brooklyn, NY) Stability isn’t just about balance sheets. It’s about people feeling safe enough to keep showing up.
Arkansas SHRM Employment Law & Legislative Affairs Conference
Arkansas SHRM
April 30-May 1, 2026
Little Rock, ARJoin us at the 24th Annual Arkansas Employment Law &Legislative Affairs Conference in Little Rock! Visit our conference site for more information.
Beyond the Job Boards: Discovering Hidden Talent in Unexpected Places
WCASHRM
April 28, 2026
This session explores innovative recruitment strategies beyond traditional methods.
Combating Burnout
WAHRA
April 14, 2026
Fort Smith, ARDr. Rita Saluja-Sharma, Head, Heart, Hands, LLC (Gaithersburg, MD) Discover a comprehensive and holistic approach to improving your well-being and combating burnout, bas…
Building Teams that Perform: Trust, Accountability & Momentum
WCASHRM
March 31, 2026
Hot Springs, ArWorkshop Purpose: Elevate Team Effectiveness in HR led workplaces Session Description: A practical, evidence informed workshop on how HR professionals can shape team cu…
CAHRA March Meeting
CAHRA
March 12, 2026
Little Rock, ArHR professionals wear many hats—and each comes with its own ethical responsibilities. This session explores three key roles HR leaders navigate daily and the ethical implications tied to each.
ARSHRM Inclusion & Diversity event
Arkansas SHRM
March 11, 2026
The Arkansas SHRM State Council is pleased to offer this timely webinar! Most leaders genuinely want employees to feel valued—but the everyday experie…
The I-9 Survival Guide: Staying Compliant in a Complicated World
WAHRA
March 10, 2026
Fort Smith, ARStaying Compliant in a Complicated World Presented by Sheila Moss, SHRM-SCP and SPHR of Information Solutions Team (Fayetteville, AR) Form I-9 compliance remains one of …
Strategies for Building a Skilled Workforce
WCASHRM
February 24, 2026
Strategies for Building a Skilled Workforce: This session will explore practical, in-house strategies for cultivating employees' skills and expertise without disrupting workflow.
CAHRA February Meeting
CAHRA
February 12, 2026
Little Rock, ARLaughter isn't just good medecine, it's a powerful HR tool. Get ready to laugh and learn with "Humor Begins and Ends in HR"
NEASHRM Monthly Networking Meeting
NEASHRM
February 10, 2026
Jonesboro, AR"In an era of "prompt-weary" employees and automated interactions, the modern manager faces a new challenges: AI Fatigue.
Nothing Artificial Here: Beyond the Hype of AI
WAHRA
February 10, 2026
Fort Smith, ARAs artificial intelligence evolves from a mere tool into a digital counterpart, organizations face a critical challenge: technical expertise alone isn't driving the expected business results.
HR Legal Update
WCASHRM
January 27, 2026
The session is intended to help human resources professionals and management stay informed about new legislation, court decisions, and regulatory changes, and to assist …