July 2026
SERVING THE PROFESSIONAL
Letter from the Editor
Behind every successful workplace initiative, solved challenge, and leadership lesson is a story worth sharing. In this month’s Editor’s Letter, Jess Holloman explores the importance of amplifying HR voices across Florida and encourages members to turn their experiences into insights that strengthen our profession. Your next story could be exactly what another HR professional needs to hear. Read More.
The HR Florida Conference & Expo is one of the largest HR gatherings in the southern United States, bringing together forward-thinking professionals, strategists, and innovators. This years’ experience is practical, forward-looking, and deeply relevant to the challenges HR leaders face today. Read More.
From AI Adoption to AI Accountability: Why HR Must Lead Legal and Ethical Governance
By Dr. Kate Hill
AI is transforming HR faster than most organizations can govern it. As AI expands beyond recruiting into performance management, workforce planning, and employee development, HR leaders face growing legal, ethical, and accountability challenges. In this thought-provoking article, Dr. Kate Hill explores why compliance alone isn’t enough, the risks organizations may be overlooking, and why HR must take the lead in building responsible AI governance before trust, culture, and business outcomes are at stake. Read more to discover the practical steps every HR leader should be taking now. Read More.
Leadership Lessons We Learn From Children
By Jessica Lynn Beck
What if some of the most powerful leadership lessons aren’t found in boardrooms or business books, but in everyday moments with children? In this thoughtful and relatable article, Jessica Lynn Beck explores how parenting reveals timeless leadership principles—from modeling the behaviors we expect, to encouraging growth through failure, nurturing curiosity, and finding joy in the journey. Discover why the lessons children teach us may be exactly what today’s leaders need to build stronger, more engaged teams. Read More.
SHRM Florida Volunteer Open House
Join us Tuesday, July 14 from 12-1pm EST to learn more about volunteer roles to support the State Council. Roles include: Executive Committee, Core Leadership Area, Council Support, District Director, HR Florida Conference Team. Sign up here if you are interested in volunteering.
MILITARY CORNER
Why National Guard and Reserve Service Members Strengthen Florida’s Workforce
What makes National Guard and Reserve service members such valuable employees? Beyond their military service, these professionals bring proven leadership, adaptability, integrity, resilience, and a strong commitment to results. This article highlights the unique strengths that Guard and Reserve members contribute to Florida’s workforce and why employers increasingly view them as a competitive talent advantage. Read more to learn how hiring these warrior-citizens can strengthen your organization while supporting those who serve. Read More.
HR CONNECTIONS
Moment of Inspiration
“The world is changed by your example, not by your opinion.” — Paulo Coelho
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Foundation Bail Em Out
By Mary Norman, SHRM Florida Foundation Director
The SHRM Florida Executive Team has been “locked up” for a good cause. Learn how this statewide fundraising challenge is supporting the SHRM Foundation and creating a little friendly competition along the way. Read More.
Community Spotlight District 9
By Carol Lang, Director District 9
From award-winning conferences and innovative member experiences to scholarships, wellness initiatives, and community impact, SHRM chapters across District 9 are raising the bar in 2026. Discover how Palm Beach County SHRM and SHRM Martin County are driving growth, fostering meaningful connections, investing in future leaders, and creating value for HR professionals and the broader business community. Read more to see the programs, successes, and leadership efforts making a lasting impact across the region. Read More.
AIHR HR Summer Boot Camp
Looking to sharpen your HR skills and stay ahead of the curve? AIHR’s HR Summer Boot Camp offers two free masterclasses designed to help HR professionals navigate the future of work. From practical AI tools that can transform daily HR operations to emerging trends in employee experience and HR technology, these sessions deliver actionable insights from leading industry experts. Read more to discover how you can expand your expertise and take advantage of exclusive learning opportunities available to SHRM Florida members. Read More.
Find a Chapter Near You
SHRM Florida is a community of 27 professional chapters and a growing number of student chapters organized into 10 districts Visit Chapters and Chapter Presidents SHRM Florida to find a Chapter near you!
What’s Happening in Your Local Area?
Check out the Calendar on our website!
If you are an affiliated chapter within the state of Florida and wish to post an event, please email Kathy Scott at [email protected].
SHRM Florida Career Center
Looking for HR talent to grow your team? Seeking your next career opportunity? This dynamic platform serves as a centralized hub where job seekers and employers can connect, creating a seamless experience for talent acquisition in the Sunshine State. Visit the SHRM Florida Career Center at careers.shrmflorida.org and explore the possibilities today. Read More.
Upcoming SHRM National Events
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CALL FOR CONTENT
Share Your Expertise!
We are currently looking for content on topics ranging from Employee Relations, State & Federal Compliance, Inclusion & Diversity, Leadership, Organizational Development, & any other Best Practice Advice for HR Professionals.
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