Portland HR Management Association

HR is easier when you have people you can count on.

Some of the best conversations happen outside the office—with people who understand the challenges, questions, and wins that come with working in HR.

That's why PHRMA's District Happy Hour Meet-Ups exist.

On August 20, members across the Portland metro area and Hood River will gather in their local communities for an evening of relaxed conversation and connection.

No presentations.
No formal agenda.
Just an opportunity to build relationships with fellow HR professionals close to home.

Whether you've been to a District Meet-Up before or this will be your first, we'd love to welcome you.

📅 Thursday, August 20
🕔 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Six locations across the region
🔒 Exclusive to PHRMA members

Find the location that's most convenient for you and register today:
https://rebrand.ly/55b88d

One week from today, this conversation will already be happening.

Will you be in the room?

If you're the person managers turn to for guidance, coaching, and support, this session is for you.

Join leadership coach Christian Douglas, who has spent more than 25 years helping organizations like IBM, Boeing, Chevron, and the U.S. Federal Government build stronger leaders and healthier workplace cultures.

This isn't another presentation.

It's an interactive discussion where you'll reflect, ask questions, exchange ideas, and learn alongside fellow HR professionals.

Think about a leadership conversation you're preparing to have—or one you wish had gone differently.

Bring that experience with you.

One conversation over lunch could introduce you to an approach you've never considered.

In just 90 minutes, you'll leave with practical ideas you can use the very next day.

📍 The Standard – Auditorium
🗓 Wednesday, August 12 | 11:30am–1:00pm

🍽 Lunch Included

🔗 Reserve your seat today: https://bit.ly/4pqBUgz

Your August HR calendar is here!

From Career Networks and leadership development to mentorship, AI, District Networks, and Industry Networks, August is filled with opportunities to learn, connect, and grow alongside your HR community.

Swipe through both graphics to see everything happening this month, including upcoming PHRMA events and important heritage months and observances that encourage learning, reflection, and meaningful conversations in our workplaces.

Many of these opportunities are exclusive to PHRMA members, and some have limited capacity, so we encourage you to register early.

We look forward to seeing you throughout August!

🔗 View the full event calendar and register: https://bit.ly/4oqCPPp

You don't have to do HR alone.

Every HR professional reaches a point where having someone to learn from, ask questions, or simply talk through challenges can make all the difference.

That's why PHRMA's award-winning Mentorship Program brings mentors and mentees together for meaningful conversations, professional growth, and lasting connections.

Whether you're looking for guidance or ready to share your experience, we'd love to have you apply for this year's cohort.

Why apply?
• Free, member-exclusive program
• Flexible, mentee-driven experience
• Six one-on-one meetings over approximately eight months
• Meaningful relationships that extend beyond the program

Applications are now open for the 2026 cohort.

🔗 Submit your application: https://bit.ly/4yOf6xf

Where are you in your HR career?

Whether you're building your foundation, growing your influence, or leading at the executive level, having a community of peers can make all the difference.

PHRMA's Career Networks bring together HR professionals at similar career stages to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and build meaningful professional connections. These aren't presentations—they're peer-driven conversations designed to help you learn from HR professionals navigating similar experiences.

Join us on August 6 for one of our member-exclusive Career Networks:

🌱 Emerging Leaders Network – For professionals new to HR or transitioning into the field.

📈 Mid-Level Network – For experienced HR professionals ready to deepen their expertise and prepare for what's next.

🎯 Executive Network – For senior HR leaders focused on strategic leadership and peer dialogue. (Application required.)

Choose the Career Network that fits your current career stage and join us on August 6. We look forward to welcoming you!

🔗 Reserve your spot today: https://ow.ly/NFTg50ZtX1n

Who do your managers turn to when leadership gets challenging?

For many organizations, the answer is HR.

Whether you're coaching a difficult conversation, helping rebuild trust, or supporting a new leader, the conversations you have every day make a difference.

Join us on August 12 for HR in 90: Influential Leadership – What's Above + Below the Line?

Leadership coach Christian Douglas will share practical strategies to help you coach with greater confidence, strengthen workplace relationships, and support leaders through real-world challenges.

You'll also connect with fellow HR professionals who understand the same conversations you're navigating every day.

🍽 Lunch Included
🎓 1 SHRM PDC | 1 HRCI Credit

📍 The Standard – Auditorium
🗓 Wednesday, August 12 | 11:30am–1:00pm

🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/4pqBUgz

Looking for a space to talk through AI with other HR professionals?

Join us this Thursday for HR Think Tank: Managing AI Adoption: From Policy to Practice.

As AI continues to reshape the workplace, HR professionals are navigating new questions around governance, implementation, employee use, and what's next. This is your opportunity to step away from the day-to-day, hear how others are approaching these challenges, and be part of the conversation.

No presentations.
No slides.
Just thoughtful conversation with HR professionals who understand the work you do.

📅 Thursday, July 30
🕓 4:30–6:00 p.m.
📍 Steeplejack Brewing – Fireside Room

Seats are limited, and we'd love to have you in the room.

🔗 Register today: https://rebrand.ly/ztkz56i

Wherever you are in your HR career, you don't have to navigate it alone.

PHRMA's Career Networks bring together HR professionals at similar career stages to share experiences, ask questions, exchange ideas, and learn from one another through meaningful conversation.

Whether you're:
🌱 Building your HR foundation
📈 Growing your influence and preparing for what's next
🎯 Leading strategy at the executive level

There's a community designed with you in mind.

Join us on August 6 for our next Career Network meetings:

• Executive Network – For senior HR leaders (Application required)

• Mid-Level Network – For experienced HR professionals navigating growth and leadership

• Emerging Leaders Network – For professionals new to HR or transitioning into the field

Each network offers a unique opportunity to connect with peers who understand the opportunities and challenges you're experiencing right now.

Learn more and register for the network that's right for you:
https://ow.ly/431750Zs2il

Who do your managers turn to when leadership gets hard?

For many organizations...

The answer is HR.

If you're coaching managers through difficult conversations, helping teams build trust, or supporting leaders through change, this conversation is for you.

Join leadership coach Christian Douglas—whose clients include IBM, Boeing, Chevron, and the U.S. Federal Government—for an interactive HR in 90 session focused on practical leadership tools you can use immediately.

Bring the leadership challenge you're working through.

Hear how other HR professionals are approaching similar situations.

Leave with ideas you'll use in your next coaching conversation.

Because leadership isn't learned in isolation—and neither is great HR.

📍 Portland | August 12 | 11:30am–1:00pm
🍽 Lunch Included
🎓 1 SHRM PDC | 1 HRCI Credit

🔗 Register today:

How is your organization approaching AI?

Are you developing policies? Exploring new tools? Trying to balance innovation with responsible use?

You're not alone.

HR professionals across every industry are working through many of the same questions, and HR Think Tank is designed to bring those conversations together.

This isn't a presentation or webinar—it's a facilitated discussion where you'll exchange ideas, hear how others are approaching AI, ask questions, and gain new perspectives you can bring back to your organization.

No presentations.
No slides.
Just HR professionals learning from one another.

📅 Thursday, July 30
🕓 4:30–6:00 p.m.
📍 Steeplejack Brewing – Fireside Room

Whether you're just beginning to explore AI or your organization is already putting new tools into practice, you'll leave with fresh ideas, meaningful connections, and a broader perspective on what's ahead.

Pull up a chair, bring your questions, and join the conversation.

🔗 Register here: https://rebrand.ly/ztkz56i