SESHRM upcoming events

2026 SHRM Annual Conference & Expo (06/16/2026)

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

There is no better place for HR professional development than SHRM’s Annual Conference & Exposition. By attending, you’ll gain the tools and resources you need to implement successful HR practices – which help your company succeed.

Fresh Perspectives

Internationally-renowned speakers that offer fresh points of view and inspiring stories will help shift your perspectives and deepen your understanding of a broad range of HR topics and workplace issues.

Comprehensive Learning

Over 200 concurrent sessions provide a complete education for HR professionals at every stage of their career, based on the SHRM Competency Model. You’ll be able to choose from a broad range of topics so you can customize the learning you need. Concentrate on solutions designed to help your organization become more compliant; delve into the cutting-edge trends that will impact your workplace in the next few years; build a strategic talent management plan to increase engagement and retention.

Extraordinary Networking

From our vast Exposition to our session-based networking, to the hallways of the convention center, there is ample opportunity for you to meet HR professionals who share your goals and your challenges. Plus, you can take advantage of online networking! Attendees get access to our Conference Community site where you can chat with other attendees and arrange topic-based meetups. We also recommend that you join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Endless Solutions

The world’s largest HR marketplace, the SHRM Exposition, gives you access to thousands of solutions-providers in every industry. Interested in becoming a sponsor or exhibitor? Visit annual.shrm.org/exhibit-sponsorship-opportunities for more information.

Still not convinced that you need to be here? See more in our Why Attend page.

https://annual.shrm.org/

Understanding Medicare and why it matters in HR with Aaron Janessan (07/21/2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Understanding Medicare and why it matters in HR with Aaron Janessan

Session Description

Join SE SHRM on Tuesday, July 21, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. for an informative chapter meeting featuring Aaron Janessan, Sales Executive on the Employee Benefits Team at HUB.

Aaron brings experience working with groups and individuals throughout the Midwest on benefit and retirement strategies, including Medicare options and entitlements. Known for his clear, education-first approach, Aaron strives to help audiences walk away thinking, “I get it now.”

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1) Educate HR professionals on the basic benefits of the Medicare program

2) Provide an understanding of what employees’ rights, options, and entitlements to Medicare are

3) Discuss key compliance concerns involving HSA contributions, Part D creditability, and key dates to be aware of

4) Education on why this matters to members and sponsors of a group health plan

5) Educate HR professionals on frequently asked questions, common confusion, and misunderstandings people have as it relates to Medicare

Presenter Bio

Aaron is a Sales Executive on the employee benefits team at the HUB. Aaron develops business relationships and provides professional advice regarding benefit plan designs.

Aaron enjoys working at HUB because his goals align with ours—to put clients’ needs first. Aaron is a member of the NAIFA (National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors—Sioux Falls) and Sioux Falls Connections. His hard work has earned him several awards, including the Pacesetter Award, the Club inductee, and Agent of the Month. Most recently, Aaron was awarded the 2017 John Carlson Award for excellence in service.

Education

Bachelor of Arts | Community Psychology

St. Cloud State University | St. Cloud, MN

Approved Credits


SESHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDC) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. This program is valid for one (1) PDC toward SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification.	This program has been pre-approved for one (1) hour of HR General credit toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).

Trends in Substances of Abuse and Implications in the Workplace with Tim Heerts (08/18/2026)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Trends in Substances of Abuse and Implications in the Workplace with Tim Heerts, Avera

Session Description

Attendees will broaden their knowledge of emerging trends of substances of abuse and how they impact the workplace. This information will help human resources professionals to shape policies and procedures related to impaired employees and drug testing.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1. Identify the dynamics and dangers of impaired employees in the workplace.

2. Have knowledge of emerging trends in substance abuse impacting the workplace.

3. Understand the current landscape of policy and employee testing related to marijuana.

Presenter Bio

Tim Heerts, MA, LPC, LMFT, CEAP

EAP Clinical Specialist | D.O.T.-Qualified Substance Abuse Professional

Avera Employee Assistance Program

Tim Heerts has a Bachelor of Arts in Education degree from Central College of Iowa, and earned his Master of Arts in Counseling degree from Sioux Falls Seminary. He has been in the counseling field for over 35 years, with over 25 years specializing in the EAP field. He has worked extensively counseling individuals in the areas of mental health and family therapy. He is a DOT-Qualified Substance Abuse Professional. Tim began employment at Avera EAP in 2015. He has many years of experience in consulting and coaching supervisors and business leaders in dealing with difficult issues that affect the workplace.

Approved Credits


SESHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDC) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. This program is valid for one (1) PDC toward SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification.	This program has been pre-approved for one (1) hour of HR General credit toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).