
Previous & Upcoming Events

SHRM StateCon '25
Speak Up, Stand Out! Mastering the Art of Sorry, Not Sorry
Speaker: Sharon Northern
Health & Wellness
HR has remained largely unchanged for the last 20 years—and that’s a problem. In a field that should lead innovation in workplace culture and leadership, too many HR professionals find themselves stuck in old habits that hinder progress. We often face challenges that keep us from being effective communicators and confident change agents within our organizations.
Does this sound familiar? Do you find yourself apologizing unnecessarily, asking for permission to take action, or using minimizing language that weakens your message? These behaviors can hold us back from stepping into our power and influencing meaningful change.
In this brief session, you’ll be empowered to discover actionable strategies to transform the way you communicate and position yourself as a leader. It’s time to ditch the apologies, eliminate self-doubt, and master the art of standing out. Let’s take that first step together toward reshaping HR and creating the influence you're capable of!

Women’s Mini Leadership Retreat (Tucson, AZ)
Spend a half-day with us, immersed in a supportive environment for women to connect, share experiences, and build on leadership skills tailored to the unique challenges women face in the workplace.
This mini half-day retreat is for women:
at any stage of their career or life
who are feeling uncertain about their next steps in career advancement
who are seeking to build on their leadership skills and reinforce best practices
This retreat is located in Tucson, Arizona, and has an up-front cost of $25 per person.
Accommodations for travel are not provided, but these retreats will be ongoing in other locations around the US. Interested in attending one in your city? Fill out our interest form!

DisruptHR
DisruptHR is a fast, fierce, and anything but boring event. Ten dynamic speakers take the stage, each with just 5 minutes and 20 slides that auto-advance every 15-seconds, with the goal of dropping BOLD ideas that challenge how we think about work, leadership, and HR.
Our CEO, Sharon, spoke at the DisruptHR event in Tucson in April. To watch her in action CLICK HERE.

Elevate: The Future of Strategic HR Leadership
Distinguished HR executives share insights on:
Building high-impact HR leadership pipelines
Transitioning from tactical to strategic HR leadership
Developing future-ready HR competencies
Our carefully curated panel brings together pioneers who have transformed their HR departments into strategic powerhouses. Connect with peers who understand your challenges and share your ambitions.
Organized by CHO Group brought to you by SparkEffect, WTW (Willis Towers Watson) and Ogletree Deakins LLP
Location: WTW (Willis Towers Watson) Offices
1144 W. Washington St, Tempe, Arizona 85288