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Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
“SHRM creates better workplaces where employers and employees thrive together. As the voice of all things work, workers and the workplace, SHRM is the foremost expert, convener and thought leader on issues impacting today’s evolving workplaces. With nearly 325,000 members in 165 countries, SHRM impacts the lives of more than 235 million workers and families globally.”
National Human Resources Association (NHRA)
Established in 1951, the NHRA focus is on advancing the individual career development, planning and leadership of human resource (HR) professionals. Through professional networking programs and development services offered across the country, we strive to support human resource professionals throughout their career life cycle. From intern to executive, Human Resources leads the way for change in today’s businesses.
Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI)
Established in 1978, the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization committed exclusively to data dissemination, policy research, and education on economic security and employee benefits.
Substance Abuse Program Administrator’s Association
SAPAA’s mission is to establish, promote, and communicate the highest standards of quality, integrity, and professionalism in the administration of workplace substance abuse prevention programs through education, training and the exchange of ideas.
Payo (formerly American Payroll Association) – After more than 40 years of serving as the leader in payroll education, publications, and training, the American Payroll Association and the Global Payroll Management Institute (founded in 2015) combined to become PayrollOrg (PAYO). This change went into effect on May 2, 2023. PAYO is the payroll industry leader in education, publications, and networking, helping its constituents grow their leadership practices and stay on the cutting edge of payroll industry standards.
College & University Professional Association for HR (CUPA-HR)
As the association for HR professionals in higher education, CUPA-HR provides leadership on higher education workplace issues in the U.S. and abroad.
The National Association of African Americans in Human Resources (NAAAHR)
NAAAHR exists to provide a unique global forum for the career development of Black and African American human resources professionals, including Networking, Career Opportunities, Educational and Professional Development, Mentorship and Coaching and Tools, Tips and Resources.
Professionals in Human Resources Association (PIHRA)
Engaging, elevating and serving the California human resource community through innovative programming, professional development and high-impact networking opportunities. Originally founded in 1944 as the Personnel and Industrial Relations Association (PIRA) by a small group of Los Angeles personnel administrators, PIHRA has grown to serve eighteen professional chapters, twelve student chapters and three specialty groups. PIHRA has a dedicated staff and is headquartered in Gardena, CA.
Association for Talent Development
“Our members and customers are professionals who help others achieve their full potential by improving their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the workplace. They go by many titles: talent development managers, trainers, instructional designers, performance consultants, frontline managers, workplace learning professionals, and more. ATD’s members come from more than 120 countries and work in organizations of all sizes and in all industry sectors.”
Human Capital Institute (HCI)
“We help HR professionals plan, acquire, engage and develop the talent they need to support their organization’s business strategy and accelerate business results.”
Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP)
“… the premier professional association for the science and practice of I-O psychology. While an independent organization with its own governance, SIOP also represents Division 14 of the American Psychological Association and is an organizational affiliate of the Association for Psychological Science.”
Risk & Insurance Management Society (RIMS)
Site of the non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the practice of risk management; a professional discipline that protects the physical, financial and human resources assets of a company.
National Safety Council
Respected source of safety and health information for the workplace, as well as for highway, community and recreation safety; and its mission now encompasses all major causes of preventable injuries and deaths, including occupational and environmental health and general wellness.
American Society of Safety Engineers
The oldest and largest society of health and safety professionals with more than 30,000 members.
U. S. Chamber of Commerce
An association of large and small businesses and trade associations that provides lobbying and a variety of services. Local and regional chapters, some of which can be quite active and can vary in the level of services and programs they offer, are affiliates of the national organization.