Events

2026 - February 4 - Coffee & Chat

Coffee & Chat: Why Most Training Doesn’t Stick – and How Neuroscience Fixes It

NOTE: This Coffee & Chat will be held on WEDNESDAY, February 4th!

In this Coffee & Chat, we’ll explore the neuroscience behind learning and development and why traditional training often doesn’t translate into behavior change. Using the NeuroLeadership Institute’s AGES Model (Attention, Generation, Emotion, Spacing), you’ll learn how to design learning experiences that align with how the brain is wired—so learning sticks, transfers, and drives performance.

This is a free event, but you must register online.

NOTE: Your zoom login information will be included in your email confirmation when you register. This is a UNIQUE link for this event.

2026-02-17 | Coaching is the Key to Supercharge Workplace Creativity and Innovation

February 2026 Chapter Meeting - IN PERSON

Join us on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 from 11:15 am to 1:00 pm for: Coaching is the Key to Supercharge Workplace Creativity and Innocation. Presented by Jamie Lewis.
Our February Meeting is a "Bring A Friend" event. Have an HR friend who has always wanted to attend? They can attend for $10 in February.
Contact Freda Martin at fmartin@omjwork.com for the discount code for registration. ALL ATTENDEES MUST REGISTER.
Courtyard by Marriott / 4375 Metro Circle NW / North Canton, OH 44720

11:15am - Registration Opens
11:30am - Lunch starts serving*
11:45am - Program begins

Cost

SCHRA Members $25.00

Non-members of SCHRA $40.00

Student Members - Full Time Students Should contact Freda Martin (fmartin@omjwork.com) for a special offer.

Retirees (Honorary) and In-Transition members $15.00

SPECIAL MEAL REQUESTS: Please e-mail Freda Martin at fmartin@omjwork.com no later than February 13, 2026.
NOTE: Registration closes the Friday before the meeting at 5 pm.

Session Description: In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, creativity and innovation are essential for organizational success. Managers are the linchpins of engagement, retention, and resilience, yet many lack the skills and support to meet these challenges. Research consistently highlights coaching as the most effective method for driving meaningful, lasting behavioral change and unlocking the full creative potential of an organization. This interactive session will explore the transformative impact of workplace coaching on engagement, retention, creativity, and innovation. Participants will learn how to implement coaching initiatives - ranging from manager-as-coach to peer and group coaching - and access their current organizational practices against proven strategies. Attendees will leave equipped with actionable insights and practical steps to embed coaching into their talent development efforts, empowering managers to foster a culture that inspires creativity, maximizes employee potential, and delivers exceptional organizational outcomes.


Speaker Bio: Jamie Lewis Smith, PhD (the NeHRd Lady), is passionate about making managers suck less by providing simple, science-backed actions to transform them into empowering leaders! Her company, Pixel Leadership Group, offers data-driven coaching that can be applied at scale to turn managers into talent maximizers and foster employee thriving. Jamie has spent her career as a human resources leader, coach, and advisor across private sector, nonprofit, and government agencies. She is a contributing member of the Forbes Coaches Council, a published author, and an international speaker on the topics of leadership, assessment, and employee retention.

This meeting is pending for recertification credits from HRCI and SHRM.

2026-03-17 | How A.I. is Changing the Game

March 2026 Chapter Meeting - IN PERSON

Join us on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 from 11:15 am to 1:00 pm for: How A.I. is Changing the Game. Presented by Kyle Patrick Smith.
Courtyard by Marriott / 4375 Metro Circle NW / North Canton, OH 44720

11:15am - Registration Opens
11:30am - Lunch starts serving*
11:45am - Program begins

Cost

SCHRA Members $25.00

Non-members of SCHRA $40.00

Student Members - Full Time Students Should contact Freda Martin (fmartin@omjwork.com) for a special offer.

Retirees (Honorary) and In-Transition members $15.00

SPECIAL MEAL REQUESTS: Please e-mail Freda Martin at fmartin@omjwork.com no later than March 13, 2026.
NOTE: Registration closes the Friday before the meeting at 5 pm.

Session Description: Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how organizations recruit, manage, develop, and support their workforce. This session explores how AI is already being used across key HR functions and what HR professionals at all levels need to understand to leverage these tools responsibly and effectively. Attendees will gain a practical, real-world understanding of how AI is influencing decision-making, efficiency, compliance, and employee experience, while also examining the risks, limitations, and ethical considerations involved. The discussion will focus on actionable insights HR professionals can apply immediately, along with guidance on how HR can lead AI adoption in a way that aligns with organizational values, workforce needs, and regulatory expectations.


Speaker Bio: Kyle Patrick Smith is the CEO and Founder of HRKyle Services and a nationally recognized, sought-after speaker and thought leader in HR and workforce strategy, with more than 25 years of experience guiding organizations through change, leadership development, and complex people decisions. His work spans workforce transitions, talent acquisition, organizational culture, and the practical integration of emerging tools, including AI, to drive better outcomes while preserving the human side of work. Known for his clear, real-world approach, Kyle brings perspective shaped by experience across the full employment lifecycle—from growth and hiring to restructuring and career transition. He holds an MBA with a concentration in Human Resources, a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Counseling, and consistently delivers actionable insights leaders can apply immediately.

This meeting is pending for recertification credits from HRCI and SHRM.

Thank you to our sponsor, Pixel Leadership Group!