2026 HR Festival 2.0
| Date: | |
| Organizer: | Zach Rice and Maureen Hagen: VP of Professional Development |
| Location: | The Hard Rock Casino Rockford |
| Price: | No Cost for RASHRM Members / $50 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Event Type: |
| iCal link | September 17, 2026 - 12:00pm to 4:30pm |
REGISTER HERE:
http://rockford.shrm.org/forms/fest-20-2026
This full‑day event will bring together HR professionals, business leaders, and industry partners for learning, connection, and fresh perspectives on the evolving world of work. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, gain practical insights, or stay ahead of HR trends, HR Festival 2.0 is an event you won’t want to miss.
Rockford Area SHRM - May 2026 Membership Meeting
| Date: | |
| Organizer: | Zach Rice and Maureen Hagen: VP of Professional Development |
| Location: | NIU Rockford 8500 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108 |
| Price: | No Cost for RASHRM Members / $50 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Event Type: |
| iCal link | May 27, 2026 - 8:00am to 10:00am |
Register via the link below:
http://rockford.shrm.org/forms/rockford-area-may-2026-membership-meeting
RASHRM Spring Networking Event
| Date: | |
| Organizer: | RASHRM Board |
| Location: | The Mercado 8400 E Riverside Blvd |
| Price: | No Cost for RASHRM Members / $50 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Event Type: |
| iCal link | April 23, 2026 - 4:30pm to 7:00pm |
Hosted by: Rockford Area SHRM Board
REGISTER HERE:
Rockford Area SHRM - March 2026 For the Love of Mondays
| Date: | |
| Organizer: | Zach Rice and Maureen Hagen: VP of Professional Development |
| Location: | NIU Rockford 8500 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108 |
| Price: | No Cost for RASHRM Members / $50 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Event Type: |
| iCal link | March 24, 2026 - 8:00am to 9:30am |
Register via the link below:
http://rockford.shrm.org/forms/rockford-area-march-2026-love-mondays
Rockford Area SHRM - February 2026 Legal Update
| Date: | |
| Organizer: | Zach Rice and Maureen Hagen: VP of Professional Development |
| Location: | NIU Rockford 8500 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108 |
| Price: | No Cost for RASHRM Members / $50 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Event Type: |
| iCal link | February 25, 2026 - 8:00am to 10:30am |
Register via the link below:
https://rockford.shrm.org/forms/rockford-area-february-2026-legal-update
RASHRM Holiday Networking Event - HR Cheer & Ugly Gear
| Date: | |
| Organizer: | RASHRM Board |
| Location: | Carlyle Brewing Co. 215 E State St Rockford, IL 61104 |
| Price: | No Cost for RASHRM Members / $50 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Event Type: |
| iCal link | December 11, 2025 - 5:00pm to 7:30pm |
Hosted by: Rockford Area SHRM Board
REGISTER HERE:
http://rockford.shrm.org/forms/cheer-holiday-gear
Join the Rockford Area SHRM Chapter for a festive night of fun, laughter, and terribly tacky sweaters! Let’s wrap up the year together with some good cheer, great company, and holiday spirits!
Workplace Injury Prevention: Reducing Claims Through a Proactive Approach
| Date: | |
| Organizer: | Zach Rice and Maureen Hagen: VP of Professional Development |
| Location: | Rockford University |
| Price: | No Cost for RASHRM Members / $50 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Event Type: |
| iCal link | November 19, 2025 - 8:00am to 9:30am |
Register Here:
rockford.shrm.org/forms/workplace-injury-prevention-reducing-claims-through
EVENT: Workplace Injury Prevention: Reducing Claims Through a Proactive Approach
Location: Rockford University
Starr Science Building, Room 207 - Peterson Auditorium
Date: November 19th, 2025
Kat Kibben
| Date: | |
| Organizer: | Zach Rice and Maureen Hagen: VP of Professional Development |
| Location: | NIU Rockford 8500 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108 |
| Price: | No Cost for RASHRM Members / $50 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Event Type: |
| iCal link | October 22, 2025 - 8:00am to 9:30am |
Register Here:
http://rockford.shrm.org/forms/kat-kibben
EVENT: Kat Kibben
Location: NIU Rockford
Date: October 22nd, 2025
2025 HR FEST: Rocking HR in Rockford
| Date: | |
| Organizer: | Zach Rice and Maureen Hagen: VP of Professional Development |
| Location: | The Hard Rock Casino Rockford |
| Price: | No Cost for RASHRM Members / $50 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Event Type: |
| iCal link | September 30, 2025 - 12:00pm to 4:30pm |
REGISTER HERE:
Registration for HR Fest is now closed. If you need assistance, please contact us at rockfordareashrm@gmail.com
EVENT: 2025 HR FEST: Rocking HR in Rockford
Date: September 30th, 2025
Time: 12:00pm-4:30pm (Networking to follow)
Location: The Hard Rock Casino Rockford
July 31st, 2025 Virtual Law Update
| Date: | |
| Organizer: | Zach Rice and Maureen Hagen: VP of Professional Development |
| Location: | Zoom: Link will be provided on July 30th |
| Price: | No Cost for RASHRM Members / $50 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Event Type: |
| iCal link | July 31, 2025 - 8:30am to 9:30am |
Register via the link below:
rockford.shrm.org/forms/july-31st-2025-virtual-law-update
**Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants the day prior to the meeting**



