Sacramento Area Human Resource Association - SAHRA

06/04/2026

🌈 This Pride Month, SAHRA celebrates authenticity, inclusion, and the power of creating workplaces where every individual feels seen, valued, and empowered to thrive.

HR professionals play an important role in shaping cultures of belonging—not just through policies, but through everyday actions, conversations, and leadership that make people feel safe bringing their full selves to work.

From your friends at SAHRA: thank you for helping create environments where people can show up as themselves and do their best work. ❤️

04/29/2026

What an incredible evening! 🎓✨

Last night, SAHRA was proud to co-host with Sac State’s Human Resources Management Group at Home2 Suites by Hilton, Sacramento CSUS, and the energy in the room said it all.

Watching the Class of 2026 walk up for their recognition moment was a highlight. These students have put in the work, and they deserved every bit of celebration they received last night. The future of HR in the Greater Sacramento region is in excellent hands.

A heartfelt congratulations to our very own board member Catherine Bajao, who was highlighted for her outstanding contributions and dedication to this community. We are so proud of you! 👏

A huge thank you to our incredible panelists: Ellie Prentice, M.S.Ed., MSB, Susan Miraftabi, SPHR, Dr. Franziska M. Renz, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP, Catherine Bajao, Mario Villar, SHRM-CP, and Jose Alvarez.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, HR leaders, mentors, sponsors, and students alike, to invest in the next generation of our profession. This is what SAHRA is all about: building connection, fostering mentorship, and showing up for each other.

Here’s to the Class of 2026. We can’t wait to see what you do next.🌟💚

04/24/2026

✨ The future of HR is already here—and it’s sitting in classrooms today.✨

In this video, Bri, a Sacramento State HR student, shares her perspective on entering the HR field and what she sees ahead for the profession.

This is what “Bridging Generations” looks like in real time.

If you haven’t already registered for the April 28th SAHRA x Sac State Mixer and Panel Discussion, please do. We’d love to see you there.

📅 April 28, 2026 | 5:30 – 8:00 PM
📍 Home2 Suites by Hilton – Sacramento CSUS
🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/g25jKrHW

04/22/2026

🔔May Level Up Panel - Registration Now Open!🔔

Join us for our May panel, where regional experts will share how organizations are navigating rising healthcare and total rewards costs while still prioritizing employee experience and long-term success.

We will cover:
• How leadership teams balance employee experience with budget realities
• Strategies to manage rising healthcare and benefits costs
• Strengthening collaboration between HR, executive leadership, and finance
• Key considerations shaping benefits decisions across organizations

Thank you to Human Interest () for sponsoring this event.

📅 Wednesday May 20, 2026
🕓 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
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🎓 Earn 2 SHRM & HRCI Business Credits

Join us for a practical, community-driven conversation!

🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/emX2jSZF

04/10/2026

We’re excited to support HR professionals who are ready to take the next step in their careers.

SAHRA is launching a 6-month HRCI Certification Study Cohort designed to help you stay accountable, build confidence, and successfully prepare for your exam.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to advance your HR expertise, this cohort provides structure, community, and guided support every step of the way.

✨ What to expect:
• Live, interactive sessions twice a month
• Structured study plan and materials included
• Supportive cohort environment focused on your goals
• Flexible payment options available

Our info sessions have wrapped, but registration is still open for a limited time.
🗓 Registration Deadline: April 15
🗓 Cohort Begins: April 30 – May 7

Spots are limited. Message us or register to secure your spot!

04/02/2026

Excited for SAHRA to be present at the 2026 California State Conference: A3 California Legislative & HR Leadership Summit🎉
A3: Advocate. Advance. Ascend.

📅 April 15–17
📍Sheraton Grand Sacramento

This is one of California’s premier HR events, bringing together professionals, workplace advocates, and thought leaders to dive into legislative insights, leadership strategy, and the future of work.

🤝SAHRA will have a table set up and would love to connect. If you’re attending, please come say hi to Danyelle Grossman, and Rosie Reiff. We’d love to connect with local HR professionals. Looking forward to a few days of learning, connecting, and representing the SAHRA community.

🔗 https://lnkd.in/gRgZhDtB

Networking FutureOfWork

04/01/2026

03/26/2026

🌟 Join our April Emerging Professionals Roundtable for peer-led discussions on timely, evolving HR topics and workplace trends.

Open to both early-career and experienced HR professionals. Bring your topics and insights, join the conversation, and connect with your HR community.

💻 Hosted by our VP of Workforce Readiness, Cora Lynn Alvar, SHRM-CP!
📅 April 1st from 9 AM to 10 AM
🖇️ Register: https://lnkd.in/gVhN9m5V

03/25/2026

✨We’re launching something new at SAHRA!✨

“Lose It: Shedding HR’s Emotional Weight with Ease.” This in-person session is designed as a small-group, peer-level conversation for CHROs and senior HR leaders. It is designed for real discussion and application.

🎤 Featuring Katherine Fry, SHRM- SCP. Katherine is an executive coach and Thought Intelligence™ practitioner who helps senior HR leaders strengthen clarity, decision-making, and executive presence under pressure through practical, neuroscience-based tools.

📅 Friday, April 24
🕓 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 Weintraub Tobin

🎓This session qualifies for SHRM and HRCI Business recertification credit! This session is intentionally limited to preserve the quality of discussion.

🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/gaXjCzZ7

03/25/2026

✨We’re launching something new at SAHRA!✨

“Lose It: Shedding HR’s Emptional Weight with Ease.” This in-person session is designed as a small-group, peer-level conversation for CHROs and senior HR leaders. It is designed for real discussion and application.

🎤 Featuring Katherine Fry, SHRM- SCP. Katherine is an executive coach and Thought Intelligence™ practitioner who helps senior HR leaders strengthen clarity, decision-making, and executive presence under pressure through practical, neuroscience-based tools.

 📅 Friday, April 24
 🕓 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
 📍 Weintraub Tobin

🎓This session qualifies for SHRM and HRCI Business recertification credit! This session is intentionally limited to preserve the quality of discussion.

🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/gaXjCzZ7