HRMA of Central Massachusetts

04/24/2026

Please come celebrate, learn, and have fun with HRMA at our 80th Anniversary Annual Meeting.

Enjoy Lenore Abare’s interactive workshop—The Quit-It Pivot™—it will challenge the way you think about growth and leadership.
Together, you’ll:
✔ Identify what’s quietly draining your energy
✔ Reframe “quitting” as a strategic advantage
✔ Build a realistic path forward aligned with your goals

Thank you to our Sponsors! Employers Association of the NorthEast, RISLA | Rhode Island Student Loan Authority, AssetAlign, William James College

Register before it's too late! https://lnkd.in/eG86-sms

04/10/2026

Please join us for our HRMA Annual Event on May 14th at Cyprian Keyes in Boylston! We will be celebrating HRMA's 80 years with networking, learning, great food, fun, and prizes.

We’re excited to welcome Lenore Abare, behavior change strategist and creator of Unstuck to Unstoppable™, as our featured speaker.
Lenore helps high-performing professionals identify the patterns that stall momentum—and shows how to shift them in a way that creates real, lasting progress. If you’ve ever felt stuck despite doing everything “right,” this session will resonate.
You won’t just leave inspired—you’ll leave with clarity and direction.

🔗 Learn more & register:

Registration Open!

04/02/2026

For 80 years, HRMA Central Massachusetts has been at the heart of advancing the HR profession—supporting leaders, strengthening workplaces, and building meaningful connections across our region.
Now it’s time to celebrate.
Join us on May 14 as we honor the people, partnerships, and progress that have shaped HRMA’s legacy—and look ahead to what’s next for HR.
📅 May 14, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Cyprian Keyes Golf Club, Boylston, MA
This is more than an event—it’s a milestone worth celebrating together.
🔗 Register now:

Registration Open!

03/06/2026

Women’s History Month

Women have shaped history and continue to lead meaningful change every day.Women’s History Month is a time to recognize, honor, and celebrate the women who paved the way for generations.

This year’s theme, “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future,” highlights the leadership of women across industries and movements who are helping build a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable future.
This month, we celebrate the leaders, innovators, advocates, and everyday changemakers whose contributions inspire progress and strengthen the communities around us.

Join us in recognizing and celebrating the women who continue to lead the way.
National Women’s History Alliance 2026

02/19/2026

Please join us for our March virtual program on Thursday the 12th.

02/05/2026

Join us at our February HRMA Meeting!
Register at https://hrmacentralmassshrm.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=164&ts=1765397565

02/05/2026

HRMA of Central Massachusetts celebrates Black History Month.
We pause to recognize the courage, creativity, and enduring impact of Black communities who have shaped our history and continue to shape our future. Black history is not only our past; it informs our present and challenges us to lead with greater awareness, equity, and inclusion. Black History Month is a time to learn, reflect, and honor contributions that have shaped our society in profound and lasting ways.
The 2026 Black History Month theme, A Century of Black History Commemorations, marks 100 years of honoring Black history and reflecting on its lasting impact.

Learn more about Black History Month:
https://asalh.org/about-us/about-black-history-month/

Exploration + storytelling: Smithsonian NMAAHC
https://nmaahc.si.edu

11/26/2025

Please join us for HRMA's December Webinar on December 11th starting at 11:40 am.
In this practical and engaging presentation, leadership coach and former high-tech leader Kim Meninger introduces the LEADS framework: a science-backed tool for shifting quickly from reactivity to clarity and confidence under pressure. You’ll walk away with insights you can apply immediately, both to your own leadership and to the leaders you support. Register at https://hrmacentralmassshrm.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=162&ts=1754318438

In lieu of a sponsor for our December program, we are proud to support the Worcester County Food Bank. Giving back during this season of need reflects our values and our commitment to helping others.

If you would like to join us in contributing, here is their donation page and information: https://lnkd.in/eUASyMCm

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11/18/2025

Please enjoy this month's Heritage, Cultural and Celebratory Calendar published by the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, and take a moment to join us in recognizing the unique cultures, traditions, and perspectives that strengthen our community.

November is Native American Heritage and National Veterans and Military Families Month. You can find links to articles and resources for these and other observances this month on the HRMA DEI Committee page at https://hrmacentralma.org/content.php?page=group

*Calendar created by DEI Committee member Kerry Baratier

11/11/2025

Honoring Our Veterans: Strength in Service, Strength in the Workplace

Today, we pause to honor the brave Veterans who have served our nation. Their courage, discipline, and dedication exemplify the very qualities that make veterans outstanding employees and leaders in any organization.
Veterans bring:
✅ Leadership under pressure — proven ability to guide teams through challenge and change.
✅ Commitment to mission — a deep sense of purpose that aligns with organizational values.
✅ Adaptability and resilience — experience thriving in diverse, dynamic environments.
✅ Integrity and teamwork — built on trust, accountability, and collaboration.
As we thank them for their service, let’s also recognize the immense value they bring to our workplaces and communities every day.

10/08/2025

Please enjoy this month’s Heritage, Cultural & Celebratory Calendar, and take a moment to join us in recognizing the unique cultures, traditions, and perspectives that strengthen our community. October is Global Diversity Awareness Month—a time dedicated to appreciating the diverse backgrounds and experiences that enrich our workplace and beyond. The calendar highlights various religious and cultural holidays and awareness observances, providing opportunities to learn, reflect, and celebrate together throughout the month.

This month, we’re recognizing:
• National Disability Employment Awareness Month, honoring the contributions of individuals with disabilities in the workforce.
• National Coming Out Day on October 11, promoting visibility and acceptance for the LGBTQ+ community.
• Filipino American History Month, celebrating the history, culture, and contributions of Filipino Americans.

Have a Suggestion?
If there's a day, month, or observance you’d like us to highlight, please let us know. We welcome your input for the November calendar—we want to hear from you!
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Want to Get Involved?
We welcome members who want to share a story, video, tradition, or resource that reflects your identity, experiences, or background. Your contribution may be featured in an upcoming calendar!
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Contact:
Please reach out to Nicole Smith, Chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, at diversity@hrmacentralma.org
*Calendar created by DEI Committee member Kerry Baratier

Thank you for your continued support in fostering a more inclusive and connected HR community.

Kind regards,
The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

09/26/2025

💙 A Note to My HR Friends on International HR Day 💙

Dear friends,

On this International HR Day, I just want to pause and say how proud I am to be part of this amazing community. HR is not always easy—it asks us to carry a lot, to listen deeply, and to give so much of ourselves. But it’s also one of the most meaningful callings there is.

We are there to welcome people on their very first day and to walk with them through their biggest milestones. We are the steady hands in times of change, the listeners when someone needs to be heard, and the cheerleaders when people forget how much they matter.

What I love most about this profession is how it constantly reminds me that at the heart of every policy, every program, and every decision is simply this: people. And people matter.

So today, I celebrate you—my fellow HR professionals who show up every day with empathy, courage, and hope. You inspire me, and you remind me why this work is worth it.

Here’s to us, to the good we do, and to the difference we make—often quietly, but always powerfully.

With gratitude and friendship,
Andrea, VP of HRMA Central Mass