February 2026 
President's Report
Ready to get more involved in the local HR community? We’re offering weekly opportunities throughout February, with more exciting events planned to keep you engaged through the spring. Take a look at what’s coming up:
Wednesday, February 11
Career Management Resource Group
Join us for group career coaching, peer networking, and topic-focused discussions in a supportive environment. This session's topic is Networking for Job Searching. View Details
Tuesday, February 17
New Member Orientation
Join us to get connected with the Chatper, meet several of the Delaware SHRM board members, network with your HR colleagues, and learn about all the benefits of being a Delaware SHRM Member. View Details
Friday, February 20
Unlocking HR: From Theory to Practice (HR Student Conference)
Step out of the classroom and into the action with “Unlocking HR: From Theory to Practice” — a mini-conference made just for students. View Details
Thursday, February 26
Sync or Swim: Navigating Team Waters
Join us to explore the surprising science of High-Performing Teams. View Details
Thursday, March 12
AI in HR: Using AI Practically and Ethically
Join us for an engaging panel discussion where HR professionals share how they are using AI in their day-to-day work. View Details
Tuesday, March 24
Happy Hour - Meet the Delaware SHRM Board
Network and connect with your HR peers. View Details
We hope to see you at one or more of these events!
Best,
Michelle
Michelle Ray
Delaware SHRM
Chapter President
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Community Service
Delaware Techincal Community College's Alpha Beta Gamma Honor Society is hosting a student workshop Polish Your Resume on February 18 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM at the Dover campus. They are looking for hiring managers to volunteer their time to work with their students on their interview skills and give them feedback.
If you are interested, please contact Amber L. C. Bradley at [email protected].
Calendar of Events
Studying HR and wondering what it actually looks like in the real world? Step out of the classroom and into the action with “Unlocking HR: From Theory to Practice” — a mini-conference made just for students who want to see what HR is really all about.
Come learn from people working in the field, pick up practical tips you can actually use, and get a feel for what HR careers look like beyond the lectures.
Open to all students from any college in the region! Tickets available now.
Virtual Networking
Our Career Management Resource Group is designed for HR professionals who are looking for the next step in their career and are seeking practical strategies to stand out in today's job market.
Join us for group career coaching, peer networking, and topic-focused discussions in a supportive environment. Each session includes introductions, a targeted career topic, and open Q&A to address your most pressing questions.
This session's topic is Networking for Job Searching.
Join us for a one-hour virtual discussion on Zoom. The cost is free for Delaware SHRM members and $10 for non-members.
Webinar
Are you considering becoming a member of Delaware SHRM? Have you just joined but don't know where to start? Perhaps you've been a member for a while but want to plug in more. This virtual Member Orientation is for you! Join us to get connected with the Chatper, meet several of the Delaware SHRM board members, network with your HR colleagues, and learn about all the benefits of being a Delaware SHRM Member.
Join us for an exciting journey as we introduce you to our community and everything it offers. Learn about our mission and values and discover ways to actively engage. This orientation is designed to help you feel confident and empowered from day one. Get ready to connect with fellow members, explore resources, and embark on your membership experience with us. Don't miss out on this opportunity to kickstart your journey with us!
This is a live and interactive virtual meeting. Come ready to be on camera and engage with the group!
Welcome New Members
Annette Harp
Sanja Ammigan
Wendy Hughes
Nancy Doody
Kathryn Corbitt
Kristi Carruthers
Brian Martinenza
Lynn Drill
Alexandra Older
Beth Press
Danielle Bennett
Michael Reckner
Kelly Donahue
Brittany Wilson
Amy Pratt
Susan Andersen
Andrea Booth
Andrea Riley
Iris Landry
Cindy Dunson
Brittney Hartley
Kimberly Latch
Kelly Moore
Kristen Moore
Leilani Decena-Shepherd
If you have not renewed your account for 2026, do so now! Your membership expired on December 31. Renew Now.
