Meeting/Event Information

Past Meetings

Emerging HR Professionals Event - Fall 2026

 

November 02, 2026

 

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

 

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse - Student Union 3310
521 East Avenue N
La Crosse, WI 54601

Join us on November 2nd for a panel with HR professionals!

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Coffee Chat - Book Club

 

October 27, 2026

 

7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

 

JavaVino
2311 State Road
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

Join your fellow LASHRM members this fall for coffee, conversation, and professional development! We'll meet at Java Vino on Tuesday, October 27 from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM to discuss Jennifer Brown's insightful book, How to Be an In

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LASHRM Dinner at WISHRM26

 

October 14, 2026

 

7:30 PM to 9:00 PM

 

Lake City Social
644 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Venue website

Will you be attending WISHRM26? Join the LASHRM Board for dinner on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM. 

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2026 WI SHRM State Conference

 

October 14, 2026

 

1:00 PM to 1:45 PM

 

Kalahari Convention Center & Resort
1300 Kalahari Drive
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

Join HR professionals from across Wisconsin as we celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Wisconsin SHRM State Conference, October 14-16, 2026, at the beautiful Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. Whether attending in person or virtually, this milestone eve

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LASHRM Fall Coffee Chat & Book Club

 

September 29, 2026

 

7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

 

JavaVino
2311 State Road
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

Join your fellow LASHRM members this fall for coffee, conversation, and professional development! We'll meet at Java Vino on Tuesday, September 29 and Tuesday, October 27 from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM to discuss Jennifer Brown's insightful book, How to Be an In

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LASHRM September Meeting | Leading Through Change: Practical Tools for Navigating What’s Next

 

September 16, 2026

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

Osteria Emilia
501 Front St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

Change is constant, but adapting to it is a deeply human process. This interactive session explores the difference between change and transition, how people experience change, and why that matters for leaders. Participants will apply the concepts to a rea

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LASHRM Member Appreciation Night at All Glazed Up

 

September 02, 2026

 

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

 

All Glazed Up
313 Pearl Street
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

Join us for an evening of creativity, networking, and community impact at our annual LASHRM Member Appreciation Event!

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LASHRM August Meeting | Pelvic Health & Women's Wellness in the Workplace

 

August 19, 2026

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

Osteria Emilia
501 Front St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

Women's health—including pelvic health conditions, postpartum recovery, and perimenopause/menopause—affects a significant portion of the workforce, yet these experiences often go unrecognized and undiscussed in workplace settings.

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Getting to the Bottom of It: Conducting Effective Workplace Investigations with Boardman Clark

 

August 06, 2026

 

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

 

Teams Meeting

Workplace investigations seem routine, but they can take many different forms. While most investigations share a lot in common, employers must think strategically when conducting them to maximize their effectiveness and to reduce legal risk as much as pos

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SHRM Annual Conference & Expo

 

June 16, 2026

 

12:00 AM to 12:00 AM

 

Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819

Join the world’s largest HR conference at SHRM 2026! With 375+ expert-led sessions, global networking, and actionable strategies, it’s your chance to stay ahead in the ever-changing world of HR

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LASHRM May Meeting | Future-Ready Leadership: Accountability as the Key to Innovation & Collaboration

 

May 20, 2026

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

Osteria Emilia
501 Front St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

Strong accountability fuels stronger teamwork, faster execution, & better outcomes. This high-energy session equips leaders with a human-centered approach to accountability that builds trust & strengthens performance. Leaders will gain tools for setting c

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Emerging HR Professional: From Classroom to Conference Room

 

April 27, 2026

 

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

 

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse, Student Union Room #3314
521 East Ave N
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

Join us on April 27th for a FREE night of food, fun, and HR networking!

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Coffee Chat | Network with Other LASHRM Members

 

April 22, 2026

 

8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

 

The Grind Coffee House
208 Holmen Dr S
Holmen, WI 54636
Venue website

Join the LASHRM Board for a cup of your favorite caffeinated beverage (on us!) and a laid-back coffee chat at Java Vino in La Crosse. Whether you're looking to network, connect with fellow HR pros, or just enjoy some good conversation to start your day!

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SHRM Talent 2026

 

April 19, 2026

 

12:00 AM to 12:00 AM

 

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
1501 Gaylord Trail
Grapevine, TX 76051

At Talent 2026, your team will gain the cutting-edge insights your organization needs to retain your top talent and attract the best candidates from a dynamic talent pool.

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LASHRM April Meeting | Building a Grief-Inclusive Workplace: Strategies for HR Leaders

 

April 15, 2026

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

Osteria Emilia
501 Front St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

Grief is an inevitable part of life, yet its emotional toll in the workplace can lead to decreased productivity, absenteeism, & strained relationships. This presentation explores the challenges employees face when returning to work and how a grief-inclusi

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GLADC | Strategic Visibility: Marketing Your Business with Clarity, Sensitivity, and Impact in a Polarized World

 

March 25, 2026

 

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

 

Online Event

You’re invited to join GLADC for their March’s Forum, a one-hour presentation designed to foster learning, explore solutions, share resources, and strengthen our workplaces and community across the Greater La Crosse region and beyond.

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LASHRM March Meeting | HR Legal Update

 

March 18, 2026

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

Osteria Emilia
501 Front St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

HR law is always changing, and it is helpful to get a concise discussion of the major changes we've seen over the past year. This HR Legal Update will summarize key developments in FMLA, ADA, arrest & conviction record discrimination, and more. A few hypo

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2026 WI SHRM HR Conference Cruise

 

March 16, 2026

 

12:00 AM to 12:00 AM

 

Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to combine an amazing Human Resources Conference with a sunny vacation in the Caribbean?

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The AI+HI Project 2026

 

March 09, 2026

 

12:00 AM to 12:00 AM

 

Fairmont San Francisco
950 Mason St.
San Francisco, CA 94108

Whether you're just getting started or scaling AI across your organization, join us for The AI+HI Project 2026 in San Francisco! The intimate experience brings together AI pioneers, industry leaders, and hands-on workshops that will help you navigate ever

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Coffee Chat | Brew Network with Other LASHRM Members

 

February 20, 2026

 

7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

 

JavaVino
2311 State Road
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

Join the LASHRM Board for a cup of your favorite caffeinated beverage (on us!) and a laid-back coffee chat at Java Vino in La Crosse. Whether you're looking to network, connect with fellow HR pros, or just enjoy some good conversation to start your day, t

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2026 WI SHRM Workplace Policy Conference

 

February 18, 2026

 

1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

 

Madison Marriott West
1313 John Q Hammons Drive
Madison, WI 53562
Venue website

Join us for Wisconsin SHRM’s 1.25-day Workplace Policy Conference, where HR professionals, business leaders, and industry partners unite to explore the future of workplace governance and public policy to honor past successes while driving the meaningful c

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LASHRM February Meeting | Transforming HR with Copilot Agents - Automating Routine Tasks to Focus on Strategic People Work

 

February 18, 2026

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

Osteria Emilia
501 Front St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

Discover how Microsoft Copilot agents can revolutionize your HR operations by automating repetitive tasks and streamlining workflows. In this workshop, HR professionals will learn about Copilot Agents, its many use cases, and learn how to create a custom

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LASHRM January Meeting | Building HR's Influence: How to Earn Trust and Become a Strategic Partner in the C-Suite

 

January 21, 2026

 

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

 

Osteria Emilia
501 Front St S
La Crosse, WI 54601
Venue website

Attendees will learn how to position HR as a trusted, indispensable partner capable of influencing the C-suite. This session will provide actionable strategies for HR professionals to build trust with executives, demonstrate HR’s value, and align HR initi

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