Fargo Moorhead Human Resource Association upcoming events

UNSUBSCRIBE™: Why Letting Go is the Secret to Getting Ahead (June 16, 2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:30:00 GMT

UNSUBSCRIBE™: Why Letting Go is the Secret to Getting Ahead

**Registration closes 6/15/26**

To Register: UNSUBSCRIBE™: Why Letting Go is the Secret to Getting Ahead

Tuesday, June 16th at 3:30 pm, presented via Zoom.

Speaker: Ginny Priem

Program Summary & Key Takeaways:

In today’s fast-paced workplaces, doing more is no longer the answer. In this keynote, Ginny Priem challenges the belief that success comes from constant overextension and introduces a smarter, more sustainable path forward. Designed for organizations, associations, and teams, this talk helps leaders and professionals identify what’s draining performance, engagement, and culture and shows them how letting go can unlock clarity, focus, and momentum. Attendees leave inspired and equipped with practical insights they can apply immediately to build healthier, more resilient workplaces and lives.

At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

Identify the behaviors, expectations, and habits that contribute to overworking and overwhelm in fast-paced environments.
Learn practical ways to let go of what drains focus and energy so individuals and teams can work more effectively without constant overexertion.
Gain tools for setting clearer priorities and boundaries that support healthier performance and reclaim time and energy at work and in life.
Leave with a mindset shift and simple strategies that can be applied immediately, both professionally and personally, to create more clarity, balance, and momentum.

About the Speaker:

Ginny Priem is a keynote speaker, #1 bestselling author, and master certified coach with more than 20 years of leadership experience. She works with organizations, associations, and teams to strengthen culture, improve performance, and reduce burnout by helping people let go of unproductive habits, expectations, and ways of working. Known for her practical, human approach, Ginny delivers actionable insights that support leaders and professionals in building healthier, more focused workplaces.

This session is pending approval for the following:

1.0 SHRM PDC
1.0 HRCI Credit

Access to this session is limited to individuals who have completed registration. Zoom credentials are not to be shared or forwarded.

Attendance will be monitored. FMHRA reserves the right to invoice any unregistered participant who joins the session without prior registration.

From Barriers to Workforce: Connecting Talent Through Immersive Technology (July 07, 2026)

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:50:00 GMT

From Barriers to Workforce: Connecting Talent Through Immersive Technology

**Registration closes 7/3/26**

To Register: From Barriers to Workforce: Connecting Talent Through Immersive Technology

Tuesday, July 7th | 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM

Presented: Avalon Events Center OR Virtual

Speaker: Karen Berntson

Program Summary

Discover how Bismarck State College’s XR for VR (Extended Reality for Vocational Rehabilitation) initiative is using immersive technology to connect North Dakotans with disabilities to high-demand careers and help employers access an often-overlooked talent pool. Through virtual reality experiences, assistive technology, and collaborative partnerships, the project is strengthening pathways to Competitive Integrated Employment while addressing workforce shortages. Attendees will gain insight into how XR is transforming career awareness, training, and hiring practices—and how organizations can engage as partners, access resources, and support inclusive workforce development across North Dakota.

Takeaways

1. Understand how XR for VR uses immersive and assistive technologies to increase career access and awareness for individuals with disabilities.

2. Identify strategies for connecting employers to an untapped talent pipeline through inclusive hiring and workforce partnerships.

3. Understand who the three key partner organizations are and know who to contact to engage and move forward as an employer, collaborator or promoter of the XR for VR project.

4. Recognize opportunities for organizations to engage with XR for VR as partners, including serving as filming sites or workforce collaborators.

About the Speaker

Karen Berntson is the Chief Operating Officer at CareerViewXR, where she leads operations, workforce partnerships, and immersive career exploration initiatives connecting education and industry. Prior to joining CareerViewXR, she worked at Microsoft in employee and community engagement and served as Director of Junior Achievement of North Dakota. Karen holds degrees in Business Administration & Finance from Minnesota State University Moorhead and an MBA from the University of Sioux Falls. She is also a graduate of United Way’s 35 Under 35 Women’s Leadership Program. Karen is passionate about scalable, sustainable approaches to workforce development that align education, industry, and community needs.

Menu

Hamburgers + Brats, Potato Salad, PB Bars

Recertification Credits

This presentation is pending approval for:

1.0 SHRM Credit
1.0 HRCI Credit

Access to this session is limited to individuals who have completed registration. Virtual credentials are not to be shared or forwarded.

Attendance will be monitored. FMHRA reserves the right to invoice any unregistered participant who joins the session without prior registration.

Talent Attraction in North Dakota (July 14, 2026)

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Talent Attraction in North Dakota

**Registration closes 7/13/26**

To Register: Talent Attraction in North Dakota

Tuesday, July 14th at 8:30 am, presented via Zoom.

Speaker: Sydney Helgeson

Program Summary & Key Takeaways:

Sydney will give a status update on ND's workforce needs, target industries, and talent attraction efforts, specifically surrounding the Find the Good Life initiative. She will provide a demonstration on the Candidate Marketplace and encourage employers to register. Additionally, she will give an overview of workforce grant opportunities and programs.

At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

1. Knowledge acquired regarding North Dakota's Talent Attraction Initiative: Find the Good Life.

2. Registered for Candidate Marketplace.

3. Received demonstration on Candidate Marketplace.

4. Knowledge acquired on other ND Workforce programs and grant opportunities.

About the Speaker:

Sydney Helgeson grew up in Bismarck and received her BS in Commerce and Business Administration from The University of Alabama. After graduation, Sydney moved home to pursue a lifelong dream and was crowned Miss North Dakota 2023, embarking on a once in a lifetime year of service. She had the opportunity to spend 365 days traveling our great state, connecting with people, advocating for her community service initiative, and even representing our state at the Miss America Competition. As the Talent Attraction Specialist for the ND Department of Commerce, Sydney works to bring talent into the state through Find the Good Life to help fulfill workforce needs. Sydney is also a member of the Bismarck-Mandan Young Professionals Network and the Bismarck Mandan Civic Chorus.

This session is pending approval for the following:

1.0 SHRM PDC
1.0 HRCI Credit

Access to this session is limited to individuals who have completed registration. Zoom credentials are not to be shared or forwarded.

Attendance will be monitored. FMHRA reserves the right to invoice any unregistered participant who joins the session without prior registration.

Creating the Conditions for People-Centered Change (August 04, 2026)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:50:00 GMT

Creating the Conditions for People-Centered Change

**Registration closes 7/31/26**

To Register: Creating the Conditions for People-Centered Change

Tuesday, August 4th | 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM

Presented: Avalon Events Center OR Virtual

Speaker: Dr. Summer Miller

Program Summary

Meaningful commitment is essential for driving impactful and sustainable change—but not all commitment is created equal. In this session, we’ll explore three types of commitment, their impact on people’s readiness and willingness to engage with change, and how leaders can create the conditions for individuals and teams to actively participate. You’ll gain people-centered strategies to cultivate a culture that supports both personal and organizational growth through authentic and lasting commitment.

Takeaways

Identify the three types of commitment and their role in driving people-centered change
Recognize how leaders can nurture the trust and commitment needed for sustainable change
Apply people-centered strategies to foster engagement and commitment during change and growth

About the Speaker

Dr. Summer Miller helps businesses navigate change and growth without leaving people behind. Through her work as an advisor, educator, facilitator, and keynote speaker, she helps leaders and teams integrate people-centered practices, so their employees want to be part of the future they are building. Summer holds a doctorate in organizational leadership and teaches master’s courses through the University of Minnesota and the University of Denver. She and her husband, Jason, have four school-age and three adult children and enjoy spending time investing in their family and community.

Menu

BBQ Pork, fruit platter, mixed mini cheesecake bites

Recertification Credits

This presentation is pending approval for:

1.0 SHRM Credit
1.0 HRCI Credit

Access to this session is limited to individuals who have completed registration. Virtual credentials are not to be shared or forwarded.

Attendance will be monitored. FMHRA reserves the right to invoice any unregistered participant who joins the session without prior registration.

Office of Child Support Enforcement and Employers - A partnership that benefits children (August 06, 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Office of Child Support Enforcement and Employers - A partnership that benefits children

**Registration closes 8/5/26**

To Register: Office of Child Support Enforcement and Employers - A partnership that benefits children

Tuesday, August 6th at 8:30 am, presented via Zoom.

Speaker: Dorothy Webb

Program Summary & Key Takeaways:

In this session, we will cover all the different ways the employer community and the child support community interact and communicate (IWO, VOE, NMSN, Terminations, Payments). Also covered will be, the different electronic resources for employers developed by OCSE to make communication easier between child support agencies and employers.

At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

1. Employers play a critical role in the Child Support program.

2. Employers have specific legal responsibilities related to the Child Support program.

3. The Office of Child Support Enforcement provides free electronic systems to streamline employer compliance.

4. The National Medical Support Notice is the form used to direct employers to enforce medical support obligations.

About the Speaker:

Dorothy Webb is on the Employer Services team from the Office of Child Support Services. She serves as the business lead for the e-NMSN program as well as the Employer Portal. Prior to her time with OCSS, Dorothy worked for Indiana’s Child Support Bureau as well as the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office, Child Support Division. Dorothy is in her 22nd year of supporting the child support program.

This session is pending approval for the following:

1.0 SHRM PDC
1.0 HRCI Credit

Access to this session is limited to individuals who have completed registration. Zoom credentials are not to be shared or forwarded.

Attendance will be monitored. FMHRA reserves the right to invoice any unregistered participant who joins the session without prior registration.

Ignite Engagement: Leveraging Strengths for Transformational Leadership (September 01, 2026)

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:50:00 GMT

Ignite Engagement: Leveraging Strengths for Transformational Leadership

**Registration closes 8/28/26**

To Register: Ignite Engagement: Leveraging Strengths for Transformational Leadership

Tuesday, September 1st | 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM

Presented: Avalon Events Center OR Virtual

Speaker: Missy Ohe

Program Summary

Employee engagement goes beyond mere satisfaction; it involves cultivating enthusiasm and dedication across the work employees do, team dynamics, and alignment with the organization’s mission. This session equips HR professionals with actionable insights and practical tools to share with their leaders who aim to boost employee engagement. Attendees will learn 4 key ways to foster intrinsic motivation, 3 strategies for leverage employee strengths for professional growth, and effective tactics to build enthusiasm and dedication across work, team, and organization.

Takeaways

1. Attendees will learn four key ways to foster intrinsic motivation.

2. Attendees will gain three strategies for leveraging employee strengths for professional growth, and effective tactics to build enthusiasm and dedication across work, team and organization.

3. Identify common barriers to employee engagement and practical ways to overcome them.

4. Explore simple, sustainable methods to maintain and grow motivation over time.

About the Speaker

Missy Ohe is a Certified John Maxwell Speaker, Trainer, and Coach, as well as a Certified Gallup Strengths Coach. With her dynamic and approachable style, she equips leaders and teams with actionable tools to strengthen their skills. Her sessions empower attendees to build connections, foster camaraderie, and embrace growth, leaving a lasting impact on leaders and their teams to feel empowered to realize that who they are makes a difference.

Menu

Create Your Own Sandwich Buffet, Zesty Italian Bowtie Pasta Salad + Chicken Wild Rice Soup, chocolate chip cookies

Recertification Credits

This presentation is pending approval for:

1.0 SHRM Credit
1.0 HRCI Credit

Access to this session is limited to individuals who have completed registration. Virtual credentials are not to be shared or forwarded.

Attendance will be monitored. FMHRA reserves the right to invoice any unregistered participant who joins the session without prior registration.

Substance Use Disorder and the Workplace (September 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Substance Use Disorder and the Workplace

**Registration closes 9/9/26**

To Register: Substance Use Disorder and the Workplace

Thursday, September 10th at 8:30 am, presented via Zoom.

Speakers: Patti Senn and Kellie Albrecht

Program Summary & Key Takeaways:

Substance use disorders affect every industry, every employer size, and every level of the workforce. In fact, the majority of people with a SUD (Substance Use Disorder) are employed, which means this is likely a reality in your workplace, whether you're aware of it or not.

This session will help HR professionals and supervisors understand what SUD looks like on the job, how to respond appropriately when concerns arise, and how to build a workplace culture that supports early help-seeking without sacrificing accountability or safety.

At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

Understand what SUD (Substance Use Disorder) actually is — and why it's a workforce issue, not just a personal one
Recognize the real costs to your organization when SUD goes unaddressed
Spot observable signs of possible impairment and know when to act
Guide supervisors through a performance-based conversation — what to say and what to avoid
Know your role as HR when an employee discloses a problem
Use language and practices that reduce stigma without lowering expectations

About the Speaker:

Patti Senn has spent over 25 years in addiction treatment and recovery — as a clinician, advocate, and someone with 31 years of long-term recovery.

She founded Soul Solutions Recovery Center in December 2021 and serves as its Executive and Clinical Director. Soul Solutions offers a distinct approach to addiction treatment and recovery, with a strong emphasis on long-term recovery management, family programming, and community connection through Hope and Coffee.

Patti holds a Master of Community Counseling from Minnesota State University-Moorhead and carries the field's highest credentials: Licensed Master Addiction Counselor, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and NAADAC's Master Addiction Counselor certification.

Kellie has a deep commitment to fostering growth in nonprofits in the region. Her expertise in philanthropy and relationship building ensures the mission of Soul Solutions Recovery is there for those who need it. Kellie is passionate about making a lasting impact and works to connect donors, partners, and the community with opportunities to support the work of Soul Solutions Recovery.

This session is pending approval for the following:

1.0 SHRM PDC
1.0 HRCI Credit

Access to this session is limited to individuals who have completed registration. Zoom credentials are not to be shared or forwarded.

Attendance will be monitored. FMHRA reserves the right to invoice any unregistered participant who joins the session without prior registration.

College Relations (October 06, 2026)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:50:00 GMT

College Relations

**Registration closes 10/2/26**

To Register: College Relations

Tuesday, October 6th | 11:50 AM - 1:00 PM

Presented: Avalon Events Center OR Virtual

Speaker:

Program Summary

Takeaways

About the Speaker

Menu

Baked Potato bar, vegetable platter, PB bars

Recertification Credits

This presentation is pending approval for:

1.0 SHRM Credit
1.0 HRCI Credit

Access to this session is limited to individuals who have completed registration. Virtual credentials are not to be shared or forwarded.

Attendance will be monitored. FMHRA reserves the right to invoice any unregistered participant who joins the session without prior registration.

WARN Act and OWBPA: Safeguarding Businesses During Layoffs (October 06, 2026)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:30:00 GMT

WARN Act and OWBPA: Safeguarding Businesses During Layoffs

**Registration closes 10/5/26**

To Register: WARN Act and OWBPA: Safeguarding Businesses During Layoffs

Tuesday, October 6th at 3:30 pm, presented via Zoom.

Speaker: Kanya & Ebony Olivier

Program Summary & Key Takeaways:

This virtual presentation equips HR executives with a comprehensive understanding of the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act and the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act (OWBPA).

At the end of the session, participants will be able to:

Attendees will learn:

The key provisions of the WARN Act and OWBPA.
Its implications for businesses during layoffs or closures.
The steps needed to ensure compliance.

About the Speaker:

Kanya and Ebony Olivier, founders of the Company Bridge Program, specialize in guiding businesses and HR executives through workforce transitions, including corporate restructures, downsizing, mergers, and layoffs. The twins leverage their expertise to help organizations comply with critical labor laws, such as the WARN Act, while mitigating risks and maintaining workforce morale.

This session is pending approval for the following:

1.0 SHRM PDC
1.0 HRCI Credit

Access to this session is limited to individuals who have completed registration. Zoom credentials are not to be shared or forwarded.

Attendance will be monitored. FMHRA reserves the right to invoice any unregistered participant who joins the session without prior registration.

Emotional Intelligence: The Key to Most of Your Workplace Problems (Morning Session) (November 03, 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 14:15:00 GMT

Emotional Intelligence: The Key to Most of Your Workplace Problems (Morning Session)

**Registration closes 10/30/26**

**REMINDER: Lunch is included with morning session registration. No separate lunch registration is required.

Please note: the morning session will not be available virtually.**

To Register: Emotional Intelligence: The Key to Most of Your Workplace Problems (Morning Session)

Tuesday, November 3rd | 8:15 am - 11:30 am

Presented: Avalon Events Center Only (morning session); Avalon Events Center OR Virtual (lunch session)

Speaker: Dana Haagenson

Program Summary

According to Harvard research, up to 90% of workplace success is driven by emotional intelligence—not technical expertise. Yet many of us have never been formally trained in how emotions actually work or how to manage them effectively in high-stakes situations. In this highly interactive session designed specifically for HR professionals, participants will explore the science behind emotions and learn practical strategies to navigate them with confidence. From difficult employee conversations to coaching leaders and managing workplace conflict, emotional intelligence is at the core of effective HR practice.

Through engaging discussion, real-world scenarios, and actionable frameworks, you’ll leave with tools you can immediately apply—so you can stay in control of your emotions and help others do the same.

Takeaways

1. Discover how emotions are created and why they sometimes feel hard to control, especially during performance conversations

2. Learn simple, practical techniques to regulate emotions in real-time

3. Gain a deeper understanding of what drives employee behavior and performance

4. Learn a practical, effective framework for keeping performance conversations on track to create actionable results

About the Speaker

Dana develops and delivers customized leadership, team, and personal development sessions for organizations across a wide range of industries. As a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, Dana has guided over 5,000 individuals and teams in discovering and leveraging their unique strengths to achieve personal and professional success. Dana previously served as an adjunct professor at Minnesota State Community and Technical College, teaching in the Human Resource and Accounting programs.

Before entering higher education, Dana spent more than a decade in the software industry, holding roles in Product Development, Product Management and Strategy, and Human Resources. She holds an Accounting degree from Minnesota State University Moorhead and is both a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Professional in Human Resources.

Menu (for lunch)

Beef Stroganoff, Asparagus, mixed mini cheesecake bites

Re-certification Credits

This presentation is pending approval for SHRM and HRCI credits.

Event Cost

Member Rate: $75 (lunch session is included)
Non-Member Rate: $100 (lunch session is included)

Please submit payment one week prior to the meeting.
Registration will close 10 days prior to the event.

Navigating Meaningful Moments with Emotional Intelligence (Lunch Session) (November 03, 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:50:00 GMT

Navigating Meaningful Moments with Emotional Intelligence (Lunch Session)

**Registration closes 10/30/26**

To Register: Navigating Meaningful Moments with Emotional Intelligence (Lunch Session)

Tuesday, November 3rd | 11:50 am - 1:00 pm

Presented: Avalon Events Center OR Virtual (lunch session)

Speaker: Dana Haagenson

Program Summary

Emotions show up in every workplace—but when they spike, they can quickly derail conversations, relationships, and results. The challenge isn’t eliminating emotions—it’s understanding and managing them in the moments that matter most.In this highly practical session, you’ll explore how emotions are actually created and why they can feel so difficult to control in the workplace. You’ll learn to recognize the “meaningful moments” that are most likely to trigger emotional reactions—both for yourself and others—and gain simple, effective techniques to stay grounded and respond with intention instead of impulse.

Takeaways

1. Discover how emotions are created and why they can be difficult to manage

2. Identify the “meaningful moments” in your workplace that are most likely to cause emotional spikes

3. Learn simple, practical techniques for regulating emotions

4. Gain tips on how to coach others to better control their emotions

About the Speaker

Menu

Beef Stroganoff, Asparagus, mixed mini cheesecake bites

Re-certification Credits

This presentation is pending approval for:

1.0 SHRM Credit
1.0 HRCI Credit

Access to this session is limited to individuals who have completed registration. Virtual credentials are not to be shared or forwarded.

Attendance will be monitored. FMHRA reserves the right to invoice any unregistered participant who joins the session without prior registration.