Lincoln HR

LincolnHR is a chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). It is a great place for education and networking.

The organization represents over 350 HR professionals in Lincoln and the surrounding area.

08/20/2026

Unlock the future of employee benefits strategy at our September LincolnHR program!

We’re excited to announce our upcoming presentation: "From Costs to Connection: How 2027 Employee Benefits Trends Are Shaping Cost and Employee Engagement."

Guest speakers Megan Septak and Sandy Ryan with HUB International Great Plains will explore how local HR pros can navigate rising costs while keeping company culture and retention strong.

Date & Time: Tuesday, Sept 8 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: SCC Jack J. Huck Continuing Education Center
Reserve Your Spot: lincolnhr.org

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08/17/2026

Join us this Thursday morning!

LincolnHR’s August Coffee & Connection is happening this Thursday, August 20th (7:30 – 8:30 AM) at Harbor Coffeehouse.

It’s the perfect low-key space to chat with fellow HR pros, swap workplace tips, or brainstorm solutions to a challenge you're navigating. Drop in for 15 minutes or stay the full hour!

Open to both members and non-members—bring a friend and kick off your Thursday with us!

08/14/2026

SAVE THE DATE: LincolnHR September Program!

Mark your calendars for our upcoming September lunch program! We’re excited to bring local HR professionals together for an insightful session featuring guest speakers Megan Septak and Sandy Ryan with HUB International Great Plains.

Stay tuned—full presentation details will be dropping soon!

When: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: SCC Jack J. Huck Continuing Education Center
Featured Speakers: Megan Septak & Sandy Ryan (HUB International Great Plains)
Visit our website at https://lincolnhr.org/ to register.

Sponsor: Relentless Merchandise
Looking for meaningful ways to recognize your team or welcome new hires? Our September sponsor, Relentless Merchandise, offers custom screen printing, high-quality embroidery, and thousands of promo items—from branded apparel to coffee mugs. Whether it’s service awards or onboarding gifts, they make honoring your employees effortless!

07/20/2026

Coffee hits a little better when it comes with great conversation!

Join us for our August Coffee & Connection on Thursday, August 20th from 7:30 – 8:30 AM at Harbor Coffeehouse. Whether you're looking to network, talk shop, or just ease into your workday with fellow local HR professionals, we’d love to see you there.

This is a completely casual drop-in event, so feel free to swing by for 15 minutes or stay for the full hour. You don't need to be a member to attend!

07/15/2026

What percentage of your employees do you think are currently carrying a significant personal burden? The reality is: nearly everyone.

At our July LincolnHR program yesterday, Dr. Susan Meyerle, LIPC joined us to tackle a vital topic for modern HR leaders: navigating chronic stress, burnout, and the "invisible struggles" our people carry every single day.

Key takeaways from the session:
- Connection Before Correction: When patterns shift, reach out and give employees space to truly talk before jumping to performance management.
- Support, Don't Solve: Our task isn't to solve the personal crisis. Our role is to listen actively and connect them with vital resources, like an EAP.
- Compassion Without Carrying the Load: As HR professionals, we have to protect our own peace and practice empathy without taking on the weight of the burden.
- Coach Your Leaders: We must actively guide managers on how to build psychological safety through active listening, transparency, and confidentiality.

When employees feel genuinely supported and cared for during life's hardest chapters, they stay with your organization.

Thank you to Dr. Susan Meyerle for sharing these actionable strategies with us, and thank you to everyone who attended!

As a reminder we don't have an August program due to the NE State Conference, but we hope to see you at our next Coffee & Connection meetup on August 20th at Harbor Coffeehouse and in September for our next program! Stay tuned for more details.

07/01/2026

Behind every workplace are individuals carrying unseen personal burdens while still showing up to hit their goals every day. Supporting them effectively requires a strategic balance of empathy and professional compliance.

Our upcoming July program delivers real-world communication tools designed for HR practitioners and business leaders looking to navigate employee distress with absolute dignity and clear boundaries.

Featured Speaker Spotlight:
We are incredibly excited to be joined by Dr. Susan Meyerle, LIPC! As the President of Insight EAP and an Executive Director with the Maxwell Certified Leadership Team, Dr. Meyerle brings deep expertise in organizational development, leadership training, and mental wellness. She is known for her strategic thinking and people-first solutions that enhance performance while protecting workplace well-being.

Register today and elevate your approach to team resilience!
Registration Cost:
Free for Current LincolnHR Members
$25 for non-LincolnHR Members

Click here to register! https://lincolnhr.org/event/lincolnhr-program-july-2026/?instance_id=1213

06/29/2026

Still on the fence about joining LincolnHR? Let’s make the decision a whole lot easier.

Right now, you can lock in your professional community support not just for the rest of this year, but all the way through the end of 2027 for only $250!

Regular membership completely pays for itself. Here is what you get with zero additional out-of-pocket costs:
- Monthly Programming Included: Access all of our monthly educational sessions (and yes, that includes lunch!).
- Top-Tier Speakers: Learn from industry experts covering top-of-mind workplace trends right here in Lincoln.
- Invaluable Networking: Build a local, supportive network of HR peers you can lean on when navigating tough organizational challenges.

Don't wait to invest in your professional growth and community. We would love to have you join us!

How to claim: Head to our website at https://lincolnhr.org/membership-account/membership-checkout/ and fill out a membership form. Make sure you use the discount code 7F53BDF6BB to get the special pricing!

06/26/2026

Wow, what a fantastic turnout at our Coffee & Connection meetup yesterday morning at The Mill @ Innovation Campus!

We were thrilled to welcome several new faces and non-members who dropped in to check out our community and see what LincolnHR is all about.

The energy was incredible—we shared some great conversations, forged new professional connections, and even did what our community does best: rallied together to help a peer talk through a current workplace challenge they are dealing with. That is the exact kind of collaborative, low-pressure support we love to see.

A huge thank you to everyone who woke up early and joined us!

If you missed this one, don't worry. Mark your calendars as we’d love to have you at our next meetup taking place on Thursday, August 20th at Harbor Coffeehouse - 1400 Pioneers Blvd. Keep an eye on our page for more information closer to the event!

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads, stepdads, mentors, and father figures in our LincolnHR community!

Balancing a thriving career with the rewarding role of raising the next generation is no small feat. Today, we celebrate the dedication, patience, and leadership you bring to your families and our local workplaces every single day.

Thank you for being such amazing role models. Enjoy your well-deserved day of celebration!

06/19/2026

Many employees are showing up and performing beautifully every day while silently carrying unseen burdens—from grief and burnout to caregiving strain and mental health concerns.

As HR professionals, we are uniquely positioned to build psychologically safe workplaces, but navigating these sensitive situations without stepping into the role of a counselor can be a difficult tightrope to walk.

Who should attend? This program is specifically designed for HR Professionals, People Leaders, or anyone who wants to master the balance between deep empathy and clear organizational boundaries.

Join us in July to learn practical, actionable communication strategies to identify distress, respond with support, and protect employee dignity—all while upholding organizational expectations.

Registration/Check-In: 11:30am
Lunch/Networking: 11:30am-12:00pm
Program: 12:00pm-1:00pm

Registration Cost:
Free for Current LincolnHR Members
$25 for non-LincolnHR Members
Register here: https://lincolnhr.org/event/lincolnhr-program-july-2026/?instance_id=1213

Address

PO Box 81066
Lincoln, NE
68501

Website

http://www.lincolnhr.org/

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