North Texas SHRM Education Luncheons are on the fourth Thursday of the month. These Education Luncheons provide insight into current HR trends and other areas of interest that focus around helping our membership develop as professionals.
1-hour of HRCI and SHRM Continuing Education credits are available for the Education Luncheons, so our meetings are a fun and easy way to keep your HR certifications up-to-date!

  

    • August 07, 2025
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • 4Thirteen Sports Lounge, 755 State Hwy 121 BYP, Lewisville, TX 75067
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    Networking with a Purpose


    August 7th, 2025

    5:30pm to 7:30pm


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    4Thirteen Sports Lounge

    755 State Hwy 121 BYP
    Lewisville, TX 75067


    Free for all members! $15 for all non-members

    Join us for “Networking with a Purpose,” an intentional and energizing evening designed to help you build meaningful professional relationships. Whether you're a seasoned HR professional or just starting your career, this event is tailored to help you grow your network with clarity, confidence, and connection.

    This isn't just another mixer. You'll walk away with:

    • Actionable networking strategies

    • Genuine connections with local professionals and business leaders

    • A renewed sense of purpose in your professional development

    All experience levels are welcome—whether you're a networking pro or just getting started, you'll feel right at home.

    Why Attend?

    • Strengthen your human resources and business network

    • Learn how to network with intention and impact

    • Engage with a welcoming, supportive SHRM community

    Reserve your spot today—SHRM North Texas members attend for free, and non-members can join for just $15. Space is limited, so register early!

    We hope to see you there!

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    • August 21, 2025
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Embassy Suites Denton Convention Center - 3100 Town Center Tr, Denton, TX 76201
    Register

    Ethics Unleashed! Navigating Dilemmas with Fun and Games

    Legal Update and Educational Luncheon

    Thursday, August 21, 2025: 10:45 am - 1:00 pm CT

    Embassy Suites Denton Convention Center

    3100 Town Center Tr, Denton, TX 76201


    10:45 am to 11:00 am: Check-In

    11:00 am - 11:30 am: Legal Presentation

    12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Speaker Presentation

    Presented by: MALLORY HERRIN


    Ethics Unleashed! Navigating Dilemmas with Fun and Games

    Who says ethics training can't be fun? Dive into the world of ethical decision-making with interactive games designed to provoke thought, discussion, and laughter. This session brings to life the complex scenarios HR professionals face, challenging participants to dissect and debate the ethical implications of real-world situations. Through game play, we'll explore the gray areas of ethics, develop critical thinking skills, and reinforce the principles of integrity and professionalism in a memorable way. Be ready to participate, deliberate, and navigate the ethical maze with your peers in this highly engaging session.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Enhance understanding of ethical principles and the complexities of real-world application in HR scenarios through interactive gameplay.
    • Develop ethical judgment skills by analyzing scenarios, considering various perspectives, and making decisions in a group setting.
    • Translate ethical principles into practical action, learning to navigate dilemmas with integrity and aligning with professional standards and organizational values.

    Mallory Herrin is an experienced human resources consultant and industry recognized thought leader, serving as HerrinHR’s CEO and Principal HR Consultant. She is a frequent speaker at HR conferences and the author of Intentional HR: A Revolution in Strategic Thinking. With 20 years of HR experience, she holds certifications from both HRCI and SHRM. Mallory has been named one of the Top 5 Most Influential Women Leaders in HR, and she was awarded the DallasHR, HR Executive of the Year award – Small Company, 2024.


         Legal Presentation by John Hagan

    John is an HR lawyer who represents employers and HR professionals. He has been practicing for 25 years. He is both a counselor to HR professionals and trial lawyer who defends them. He is past president of DallasHR, Mid Cities HR and Collin County. He is presently serving as Vice President of Programs at NTSHRM. His wife is a big-time federal prosecutor, and both of their sons are Eagle Scouts.


    This program will be submitted for 1.5 SHRM PDC.  North Texas SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. For more information, visit the SHRM certification website at www.shrmcertification.org.

    This program will be submitted for 1.5 Ethics recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™, or SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).

    North Texas SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDC) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

    HR Certification Institute’s® (www.HRCI.org) official seal confirms that North Texas SHRM meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR®.

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    • September 18, 2025
    • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Embassy Suites Denton Convention Center, 3100 Town Center Trail, Denton, TX 76201
    Register

    The 2025 HR Legal Symposium offers a full day of expert-led presentations and an interactive roundtable format we call "lawyer speed dating."

    Prominent local attorneys will provide in-depth insights on key employment law developments and explore emerging trends that are redefining the human resources landscape.

    Stay informed, stay connected, and strengthen your HR leadership with the critical knowledge you need for today — and tomorrow.

    Speakers and Topics:

    Legal Symposium Agenda

      






    Bring your toughest legal questions and learn from top area attorneys and your peers.

    This is a great opportunity for you to learn about real-world challenges in the workplace that you can take back to your company.


    Join us from 4:30pm -7:00pm for Networking After the 
    Symposium

    You are welcome to attend the Networking with a Purpose Event whether you or not you attended the Legal Symposium.

    Register Here


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    This program will be submitted for SHRM PDC.  North Texas SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. For more information, visit the SHRM certification website at www.shrmcertification.org.

    This program will be submitted for General recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™, or SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).

     

    North Texas SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDC) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

    HR Certification Institute’s® (www.HRCI.org) official seal confirms that North Texas SHRM meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR®.



    This symposium will be submitted for Continuing Legal Education through the State Bar of Texas.


    • September 18, 2025
    • 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Embassy Suites Denton Convention Center
    Register


    Networking with a Purpose


    September 18th, 2025

    Embassy Suites Denton Convention Center

    Denton, TX 76201


    Immediately following the Legal Symposium

    4:30 -7:00pm


    Networking, like everything, is better with a clear purpose and specific action steps. Join us for a great evening of making connections. 


    Included at no additional charge if you registered and attended the Legal Symposium!


     If you could not make it for the full day event, you can still come out and network with your HR peers and the attorneys who spoke throughout the day.

      All levels of experience in networking are encouraged to join us!

      We hope to see you there!

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      • October 16, 2025
      • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
      • Embassy Suites Denton Convention Center - 3100 Town Center Tr, Denton, TX 76201
      Register

      Engage, Retain, Excel:

      The Hidden Power of Workplace

      Legal Update and Educational Luncheon

      Thursday, October 16, 2025: 10:45 am - 1:00 pm CT

      Embassy Suites Denton Convention Center

      3100 Town Center Tr, Denton, TX 76201


      10:45 am to 11:00 am: Check-In

      11:00 am - 11:30 am: Legal Presentation

      12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Speaker Presentation

      Presented by Teri Chilcoat

      Theresa (Teri) Chilcoat, MS, PHR, SHRM-CP

      Engage, Retain, and Excel: The Hidden Power of Happiness in the Workplace

      Author / Speaker / The Purpose Factor® Licensed Facilitator / Leadership & Empowerment Coach

      In this engaging session, we will learn how: 

      Speaking up: psychological safety, innovation, and accountability

      Engagement: emotional investment, purpose alignment, and performance

      Retention: loyalty through meaningful connection and care

      Excellence: creating environments where people are energized to do their best work

      Theresa Chilcoat brings over 15 years of experience in human resources, specializing in employee relations and leadership development. What began as day-to-day coaching and support evolved into a mission: helping people reclaim clarity, confidence, and happiness at work. Theresa has guided countless employees and leaders through tough conversations, toxic dynamics, and burnout—always with one goal in mind: to create workplaces where people don’t just survive, but truly thrive.

      In her book, Surviving the Toxic Workplace: A Roadmap to Power, Peace, and Happiness coming out in August of 2025, Theresa Chilcoat blends real stories, practical strategies, and research-backed insights to help you break free from burnout and disengagement. Through the lens of self-awareness, self-care, and self-empowerment, she debunks the myths that keep people stuck and shows you how to reclaim your energy, your voice, and your happiness, even in the most challenging work environments.


           Legal Presentation by John Hagan

      Topic: 

      John is an HR lawyer who represents employers and HR professionals. He has been practicing for 25 years. He is both a counselor to HR professionals and trial lawyer who defends them. He is past president of DallasHR, Mid Cities HR and Collin County. He is presently serving as Vice President of Programs at NTSHRM. His wife is a big-time federal prosecutor, and both of their sons are Eagle Scouts.


      This program will be submitted for 1.5 SHRM PDC.  North Texas SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. For more information, visit the SHRM certification website at www.shrmcertification.org.

      This program will be submitted for 1.5 General recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™, or SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).

      North Texas SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDC) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

      HR Certification Institute’s® (www.HRCI.org) official seal confirms that North Texas SHRM meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR®.

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      • November 14, 2025
      • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
      • Denton Woman's Club Building


      Annual Holiday Gala

      HR STAR AWARDS

      Installation of 2026 Officers

      Come celebrate with us!

      You don't want to miss this elegant evening of fun and fellowship with your friends and HR peers. Feel free to bring your spouse, friend, or other guests. Dress to the "nines" or come as you are.

      All are welcome!

      We will also announce the winner of the

      Roger P. Lette Student Scholarship

      There will be a lot of fun door prizes, great food, and drinks for all to enjoy!

      BRING A CANNED FOOD ITEM

      to benefit DENTON FREEDOM HOUSE FOOD PANTRY, a Christian nonprofit providing food (groceries) to those in need. Clients shop for their needs up to two times a week.

      Denton Woman's Club Building

      610 Oakland St., Denton, TX 76201



      • November 20, 2025
      • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
      • Embassy Suites Denton Convention Center - 3100 Town Center Tr, Denton, TX 76201
      Register

      Legal Update and Educational Luncheon

      Thursday, November 20, 2025: 10:45 am - 1:00 pm CT

      Embassy Suites Denton Convention Center

      3100 Town Center Tr, Denton, TX 76201


      10:45 am to 11:00 am: Check-In

      11:00 am - 11:30 am: Legal Presentation

      Topic TBD

      12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Speaker Presentation

      Presented by Megan Garner

      Megan Garner

      TOPIC

      Megan Garner is a versatile strategic human resource partner, balancing a passion for problem solving with a thorough understanding of the financial requirements of business.


           Legal Presentation by John Hagan

      Topic: 

      John is an HR lawyer who represents employers and HR professionals. He has been practicing for 25 years. He is both a counselor to HR professionals and trial lawyer who defends them. He is past president of DallasHR, Mid Cities HR and Collin County. He is presently serving as Vice President of Programs at NTSHRM. His wife is a big-time federal prosecutor, and both of their sons are Eagle Scouts.


      This program will be submitted for 1.5 SHRM PDC.  North Texas SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. For more information, visit the SHRM certification website at www.shrmcertification.org.

      This program will be submitted for 1.5 General recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™, or SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).

      North Texas SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDC) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

      HR Certification Institute’s® (www.HRCI.org) official seal confirms that North Texas SHRM meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR®.

      North Texas SHRM Policies and Procedures

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