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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does membership cost?
The annual membership fee of $325 now includes FULL membership to the
national Human Resources Planning Society (HRPS) as well as HR Leadership
Forum of Western Pennsylvania. As a member you pay a reduced rate for local
and national education programs/meetings and teleconferences and will have
full access to leading edge research on emerging and current human resources
issues.
What are the benefits of membership?
Explore issues relevant to the HR leader, make connections with
regional, national and global experts; opportunities to contribute to
current research with recognized experts and be among the first to learn the
results of that research. Many of our programs will qualify for strategic
HRCI credits. Advance notice and preferred pricing for teleconferences
sponsored by HRPS and hosted by national experts.
Who are the HR Leadership Forum members?
Our members are senior-level executives, consultants and academic experts
with a passion for professional development and exceptional organization
performance through people. We represent both large and small public,
private, government and nonprofit organizations.
Why should I be a member?
Stay on top of trends, issues and innovative approaches. Make connections
with regional, national and global experts to identify proven or creative
approach to today’s most pressing challenges. Collaborate with peers to
address leadership issues for sustainable growth.
What is included in membership fees?
Membership in the HR Leadership Forum of Western Pennsylvania now includes membership to the Human Resource Planning Society (HRPS). You can receive double the benefits for the low rate of $325 per year. Your HRLF membership include allows you to:
Explore issues relevant to the HR leader - Topics are important, timely and selected using member feedback;
Make connections with regional experts - Meet with and learn from leaders in our region who are making a difference in their companies;
Contribute to current research with recognized experts and be among the first to learn the results of that research - Be part of the exciting research projects that are being conducted locally, regionally, nationally and globally;
Earn strategic HRCI credits – Attend our events to quickly accumulate these important HRCI credits;
Networking with HR leaders in the region - Expand your network and connect with leaders who are dealing with the same issues and concerns that you are facing in your professional role.Included: Automatic Membership in the Human Resource Planning Society (a $495 value!)
Stay connected and relevant through in-person and virtual events - In these economic times, it is imperative to stay connected with your colleagues in the HR community. HRPS offers the Fall Executive Forum, the Annual Global Conference, workshops and teleconferences. Many of these programs qualify for HRCI credits.
Networking through the Online Membership Directory - Only members can reach out and contact more than 1,500 of their peers – HR senior leaders who also appreciate the value of the HRPS. Additionally, throughout the year you will experience invaluable formal and informal communications with HR thought leaders and executives. Many of these programs qualify for HRCI credits
Access to Knowledge Resource Center and the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) - This includes the best in strategic HR such as People & Strategy archives, HRPS-commissioned research studies, and new research from partners. You will have access to research studies, highlight reports, continuously updated InfoBanks and Playbooks in actionable strategies across i4cp’s Strategy Pillar and its 12 subcategories (a $1,000 annual value by itself).
Business Book Reviews from BBR© - More than 700 six- to eight-page summaries of content and key concepts of the top business books published each year (a $199 annual value).
Quarterly People & Strategy journal subscription - A journal that provides up-to-date information about the Human Resources profession. Each issue includes feature articles authored by HR strategic thinkers and academic leaders. Current members are very vocal about the value and importance of the journal in their daily work lives.
Strategic Agenda Update newsletter - A biweekly email report that succinctly covers the very latest trends and significant research studies across the HRPS 5 Knowledge Areas.
Membership in Human Capital Institute (HCI) - You will have access to hundreds of free Web casts, white papers, surveys and considerable savings for online HCI and eCornell classes (a $295 annual value).
Special Interest Groups - Join a SIG to work with innovators facing the same challenges as you. As an HRPS member, you can participate in Talent Management and Organizational Effectiveness.
Additional Offerings
Added Savings: As a member you will enjoy savings on valuable events such as the Global Conference, the Fall Executive Forum and two-day workshops that are offered. You will also be able to attend monthly interactive webcasts and hear thought leaders like Lynda Gratton, Ed Lawler, Marshall Goldsmith and others.
Don’t wait another minute - JOIN NOW! You have so much to gain at such an
affordable price!
Can I register
for an event if I am not a member?
Yes. Guests can attend regular program meetings. Guest fees are higher than
member fees.
What does the group do?
The primary purpose of the organization is to provide continual professional
learning and connections with peers, experts and thought leaders in
leadership, change management, generational issues, employee engagement,
sustainability and other topics that are timely and critical to our members.
What are the qualifications?
You will benefit most from the organization if you are a senior level human
resources or business executive, consultant or academic expert responsible
for helping organizations achieve performance goals through people.
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