O-SHRM-Owensboro Society for Human Resources Management

04/13/2026

🗓️ Join us tomorrow, 4/14, for lunch!
⏰ 11:30am-1:00pm
📍WKU-O, Room 104
🎤 Shawn Collins

03/20/2026

Michelle is another amazing OSHRM Board Member! We are thrilled to see her recognized! 🎉

Our HER OBKY series continues with Michelle Drake, another woman helping strengthen our community and workforce.

Michelle serves as Director of Workforce Development at the Green River Area Development District (GRADD), where she has spent more than three decades helping individuals gain the skills and opportunities needed to succeed in the workforce. A graduate of Western Kentucky University with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work, Michelle has dedicated 31 years at GRADD supporting job training programs and workforce initiatives that benefit both job seekers and employers across the region.

Michelle is especially passionate about helping individuals returning to the workforce after incarceration. She believes people deserve a second chance and that communities are stronger when everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Her work in reentry and workforce development reflects a broader commitment to strengthening families, employers, and the future workforce.

In addition to her professional work, Michelle stays actively involved with organizations that support workforce development and community opportunity throughout the region.

Thank you, Michelle, for helping strengthen our workforce and for !

03/17/2026

We are proud to have Katie as a Member of the OSHRM Board! 🎉

Today we’re proud to recognize another woman who is , Katie Sandefur!

Katie serves as Human Development Business Partner at Metalsa's Owensboro Plant, bringing nearly two decades of HR experience, including 13 years in manufacturing across the aluminum and automotive sectors. A graduate of Western Kentucky Universitywith a bachelor’s degree in business, Katie holds the SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional) credential and is dedicated to supporting employees and strengthening workplace culture.

Katie is passionate about connecting industry with educational and community partners to strengthen workforce development pathways. She currently serves as Foundation Director for the O-SHRM-Owensboro Society for Human Resources Management and sits on the GO FAME Board. Through her leadership and collaboration with regional partners, she continues helping build stronger workforce opportunities across our region.

Thank you, Katie, for helping strengthen the workforce and for !

03/10/2026

👏 What an amazing turnout at our March Membership Meeting! 👏

- Delicious food ✅
- Fantastic speaker ✅
- Networking opportunities ✅

Events like this remind us how powerful it is when our members come together AND the importance of community connections!

🗓️ If you missed us this month, be sure to register and join us for the next one on April 14th!

03/10/2026

🔥 Kentucky HR Professionals:
Get More Value in 2026! 🔥

📈 Your local SHRM Kentucky chapter membership helps you invest in your career while keeping costs manageable.

Members benefit from:
• Discounts on career-boosting educational programs
• Savings on major HR conferences and events
• Member-only pricing and exclusive opportunities
• Cost-effective peer networking close to home

💰 When you join, you’re not just gaining access—you’re gaining value!

Join us in the Owensboro SHRM Chapter to start growing! https://oshrm.org/join-oshrm

03/02/2026

🎉 March Membership Madness 2026 is Here! 🎉

🚨HR professionals across Kentucky: This is your moment to strengthen your network and invest in your growth!

March Membership Madness is all about connecting with peers who understand the challenges and opportunities you face every day.

When you join your local SHRM Kentucky chapter, you gain direct access to a powerful community of HR leaders who are ready to collaborate, share insights, and support one another. 🤝

Why Join During March Membership Madness?
- Build meaningful peer-to-peer relationships with HR professionals in your local community
- Access high-quality, local educational programming tailored to Kentucky’s workforce landscape
- Earn SHRM professional development credits close to home
- Engage in leadership opportunities that elevate both your career and the HR profession

Your local chapter is more than a membership, it’s a trusted network of professionals committed to advancing HR across Kentucky! 🌟

Join OSHRM here! ➡️ https://oshrm.org/join-oshrm

01/25/2026

🌟 Join us for our February membership meeting! 🌟
Shannon Bane, PharmD, from Houchens Insurance Group will present on Smarter Rx Strategies for Employer Health Plans.

🗓️Date: Tuesday, February 10th
⏰Time: 11:30am-12:00pm (Lunch & OSHRM Business), 12:00-1:00pm Presentation
📍Where: WKU-O campus / 4821 New Hartford Rd. / Room 104
💵Cost: $15.00
✅Approved for 1 general credit toward SHRM and HRCI certification!

Click the links below to register and then pay ahead!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1VksMedDDE8q4vSlbkh-mizOBcETkdqzRURPwm7EXUqk/edit

https://oshrm.org/pay-online-meeting

08/30/2025

🌟 Join Us at the Upcoming O-SHRM Event! 🌟

HR professionals, mark your calendars! 📅

✅ Network with peers
✅ Discover the latest HR trends and best practices
✅ Gain insights to take your HR strategy to the next level

📣Topic: GLP-1s: A Heavyweght in Healthcare Spending

📍 Location: Owensboro WKU
🗓 Date: September 9th
🎟 Register now: https://forms.gle/QKEpQGn75kgHsKM5A
💸 Pay for meeting: https://oshrm.org/pay-online-meeting

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower your HR journey!

05/20/2025

From our KY SHRM President:
KYSHRM’s Storm Resource Page, which is continuously being updated with information and relief opportunities related to this event:
🔗 KYSHRM Storm Resource Page

I've been in contact with SHRM leaders and members from Southeastern Kentucky, and the reports from Pulaski and Laurel Counties are heartbreaking. The extent of the damage is staggering, and communities are facing a long road to recovery. To provide immediate and long-term support, we are encouraging financial contributions through the United Way of Laurel County, which has been designated by local leadership as the official disaster recovery partner. This organization has a strong track record and deep roots in the community.

How to Support:
United Way of Laurel County - Long-Term Recovery Fund
100% of donations will stay in Laurel County, with zero administrative fees
Funds will be used for both immediate needs and long-term recovery
Relief efforts include housing support, homelessness prevention, home repair, children’s services, and more

Donate Online:
GoFundMe – United Way Tornado Relief Fund

Donate by Check:
Make checks payable to United Way of Laurel County, with "Tornado Relief" in the memo line.
Checks can be dropped off at any Community Trust Bank location or the London Community Center, or mailed to:
United Way of Laurel County
P.O. Box 5004
London, KY 40743

As HR professionals and community leaders, we are uniquely positioned to make an impact—by sharing resources, organizing local support, and contributing where we can. Your voice and action matter during times like this. I will be in touch with other opportunities to volunteer and donate as we are made aware of specific needs.

Thank you for all you do to support KYSHRM and our broader Kentucky community.