Hello SESHRM Members – Hello May!

What a whirlwind of activity this spring has brought! A huge thank you to everyone who attended the 2025 SoDak SHRM State Conference in Rapid City. From energizing breakout sessions to meaningful networking, the event was packed with insights and inspiration. We’re so proud to have had such strong SESHRM representation!

Special congratulations again to Carrie Moate and Jamie Scoggins for winning conference registrations and to our alternates, Hannah Wilson and Chris Garhart. Of course, we’re cheering on Alyssa Bainbridge, who will attend SHRM25 in San Diego this June. We can’t wait to hear about your experiences and the ideas you bring back to our chapter!

We’re also excited to share that SESHRM has been awarded the 2024 SHRM Silver Excel Award! This recognition highlights our chapter’s commitment to elevating the HR profession through exceptional programming, leadership, and member engagement. Thank you for being a part of that success!

Our May Monthly Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 20, and will feature Jonathan Fredman, Retirement Plan Consultant at Marsh McLennan Agency. He’ll present “Is Your 401(k) Broken?”—a timely look at the biggest challenges facing retirement plans today and how to address them with smart, strategic solutions. You’ll walk away with tools to evaluate your current plan, boost employee engagement, and stay compliant.

Looking ahead, mark your calendars for the 2026 SoDak SHRM State Conference from April 29 – May 1, 2026, at the scenic Cedar Shore Resort in Oacoma/Chamberlain. We’re already looking forward to another impactful event!

If you’re looking for ways to get more involved with SESHRM, now is a great time to reach out! We have several committee opportunities available, and we’ll soon be preparing for the upcoming Board positions for 2026. Whether you’re ready to lead or just want to lend a hand, we’d love to hear from you—there’s a place for everyone to contribute.

Thank you for all you do to support our chapter and the HR profession.

Wishing you a fantastic May,

Lucinda Noronha