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Lakes Area Human Resource Association

We are a group of Human Resource professionals from Brainerd Lakes Area, committed to promoting profe Membership criteria for our organization are varied.

Welcome to LAHRA – the Lakes Area Human Resource Association. Established in 1999, we are a group of human resource professionals from Brainerd and the surrounding area who are committed to promoting professional development, networking for constructive ideas and providing members with the awareness of political activities that affect the human resource profession. We are a Chapter of the Society

for Human Resource Management (SHRM), www.shrm.org. Our monthly membership meetings provide updates on workplace issues through a variety of speakers and special guests. Additionally, we host a one-half day seminar each year to enhance continuing education in the human resource field. For a Professional Membership, individuals must be engaged in human resource activities at least 50% of their time. As a National Affiliate Member, an individual is a member of SHRM, but may not necessarily be in a human resource function. Associate Members are individuals who perform human resource functions less than 50% of their time. Honorary and Student memberships are also recognized. Membership fees for Professional and Associate members are $225 per year and will be prorated for members that join midyear. We invite you to become a member of LAHRA, to join others in the HR profession gain personal and professional development in the human resource field.

03/26/2026

YOU'RE INVITED
Internal Investigations
April 9, 2026
11:30 AM CDT

Justin L. Terch MA, MBA, SPHR is the Managing Partner of Terch & Associates Consulting LLC, a leading provider of workplace solutions in Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin. His practice includes internal investigations, executive search, and employment law compliance. He is currently the State Director of the Minnesota State Council of SHRM.

Justin led HR for numerous organizations in industrial construction, healthcare, and public education. For ten years Justin served as Senior Lecturer in the Legal Studies and Business Departments at UW-Superior and is a regular speaker at professional conferences. Justin is licensed as a professional investigator by the Minnesota Board of Private Detectives and Protective Agents and the Wisconsin Department of Safety & Professional Services.

This presentation is designed to teach HR professionals how to conduct thorough, professional investigations of internal matters that meet legal and ethical requirements. Attendees will learn how to select an investigator, tips on managing interviews, assessing credibility, and making final adjudication decisions. Report writing and handling common legal and ethical concerns will also be addressed.

https://www.terchandassociates.com/

Date/Time
April 9, 2026
11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Fees/Admission
Free for paid members
Guests - $25.00
Advance registration is required for this event.

Location
Arrowwood Lodge
6967 LAKE FOREST ROAD
BAXTER, MN 56425

02/17/2026

Aubin Adjei is a Minnesota-based business development leader with 20+ years of U.S. and international experience helping organizations build stronger teams, increase efficiency, and grow sustainably. She currently serves as Business Development Manager at Penmac Staffing, partnering with Minnesota e...

12/18/2025

YOU'RE INVITED
Cultivating Resilience: Strategies for Retaining Talent in Rural Economies
January 8, 2026

Cultivating Resilience: Strategies for Retaining Talent in Rural Economies
Explore the unique challenges faced by rural organizations in retaining talent amidst industry shifts. This topic would delve into innovative strategies for improving employee engagement, addressing workplace burnout, and fostering a culture that promotes long-term retention, particularly in industries like agriculture and manufacturing.
Jen Bertsch knows firsthand the unique challenges and opportunities of rural leadership—she grew up just 30 miles from here. Today, as the CEO & founder of LeadWell Consulting, she combines her small-town roots with extensive experience helping mid-market organizations build leadership capacity that delivers measurable results.

Known for her practical moxie, Jen has pioneered methods that prove the ROI of leadership development, with client organizations averaging a 12X return on their investment. Her firm specializes in helping growing companies solve one of their most pressing challenges: accelerating the transition of technical experts and skilled "do-ers" into effective people leaders.

Through LeadWell's framework and suite of solutions, Jen and her team partner with organizations to build leadership resilience and ex*****on capability—ensuring investments in people development translate directly to stronger business results. Her approach resonates particularly well with rural and mid-market organizations navigating growth while maintaining their community-centered values.

http://www.lahra.org

Date/Time
Thursday, January 8, 2026

11:30am - 1:00 pm
11:30 - 12:00, Network and get lunch
12:00-1:00 Presentation
Advance Registration Is Required!

Fees/Admission
Free for paid members
Guests - $25.00
Registration is required for this event.

Location
Arrowwood Lodge
6967 LAKE FOREST ROAD
BAXTER, MN 56425

11:30-1:00
RSVP by Wednesday, 12/31/2025.

11/27/2025

10/02/2025

Doherty Staffing is hosting a webinar on October 22nd on the upcoming employment law changes and how it will affect Minnesota employers. We thought it may be a great opportunity for the LAHRA membership if they have any interest. It is a free webinar, and I have included the landing page link to register below.

Landing Page |

Register for Doherty Staffing Solutions' upcoming human resources webinar discussing the upcoming Minnesota employment law changes for 2026.

08/28/2025

We are thrilled to announce that Lakes Area Human Resource Association is rebranding to align
more closely with the SHRM Master Brand! This new look and feel reflects our shared values,
mission, and goals as we work towards creating better workplaces and a better world.
We’re looking forward to this new chapter of growth!

08/08/2025

We are working to put together our LAHRA Board of Directors for 2026. Serving on a board offers a valuable opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative and supportive environment among peers, all while enjoying the experience. If you are interested, please send inquires to [email protected] no later than September 5th.

All candidates willing to serve, will be introduced at the September monthly meeting, with a vote taking place shortly thereafter. For those of you that have sent an email with your intent to serve, thank you. You will be included in the next steps.

Positions available:

Membership
President Elect
Secretary
Programs
Marketing
Treasurer, 2 yr term

A summation of duties:
Board Meeting; Once per month, about 60 minutes/month.
Monthly Luncheons; about 120 minutes/month.
Other Time Commitments; Annual State Leadership Conference in January for all Board Members. Leadership meetings that will be specifically geared toward your position. This is paid for by MNSHRM, no cost to you.
Most positions will require 2-6 hours per month of your time.
With board service you will get a free membership for the year!

Please consider volunteering!

Respectfully yours,
2025 LAHRA BOD

06/18/2025

Do you know someone who is looking for an HR career opportunity? The City of Virginia, MN is looking for an HR Coordinator and are accepting applicants through July 3rd!

To learn more about this opportunity click here:

Welcome to Virginia, MN

05/26/2025

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country.
We are grateful for the courage and sacrifice of our fallen heroes.
As we enjoy this time with family and friends, let us reflect on the true meaning of the holiday.

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http://www.lahra.org/

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