July 2026 - Summer Social (July 30, 2026)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 GMT

2026 Annual Summer Social

Join us from 4 - 7pm for a 1-hour educational session followed by networking, appetizers, and drinks!

Meet the Speaker!

Dr. Tracy Brower is a PhD sociologist studying work-life fulfillment and happiness. She is the author of a new book, The Secrets to Happiness at Work as well as her previous book, Bring Work to Life. She is Vice President of Workplace Insights at Steelcase and a contributor to Forbes.com and Fast Company. Tracy is an award-winning speaker and has over 25 years of experience working with global clients to achieve business results. Tracy is an executive advisor to Like|Minded, Coda Societies and to the MSU Master Industrial Mathematics Program. She is a council member with CoDesign Collaborative and a committee member for her local United Way. Tracy’s work has been translated into 13 languages and it has been featured in TEDx, The Wall Street Journal, Work-Life Balance in the 21st Century (book), Globe and Mail (Canada), InsideHR (Australia), HR Director (UK), T3N (Germany), Real Estate Review Journal, Fortune.com, Inc. Magazine, HBR (France) and more. Tracy holds a PhD in Sociology, a Master of Management in Organizational Culture, and a Master of Corporate Real Estate with a workplace specialization.

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August 2026 - Chapter Meeting (August 20, 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Building Resilience in Times of Transformation

Change is inevitable, but resilience determines how we move through it. In this high-energy, interactive session, participants will explore the science & strategy behind resilience, discover practical tools to build a resilient mindset, & leave with a personalized Resilience Action Plan to help themselves & their teams thrive through transformation.

Learning Objectives

Define Resilience & Debunk Common Misconceptions — Participants will understand the neuroscience behind why it's essential to "fill their resiliency tank" during stable times, & recognize how resilience directly impacts employee engagement, retention, & performance during high-pressure periods of change.
Apply the Thought Model for Mindset Management — Participants will learn to use this research-backed tool, rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Psychology, to intentionally choose a mindset that aligns with their goals — empowering a more resilient, adaptable approach in both life & work.
Create a Personalized Resilience Action Plan — Participants will develop a practical action plan rooted in the four key elements of resilience — Purpose, Mindset, Community, & Recharge — & leave equipped with strategies to build resilience in themselves & those they lead.

Meet the Speaker

Corie Hoffman is dedicated to transforming workplace experiences & empowering teams to reach new heights. Corie equips individuals to confidently tackle challenges & elevate their impact both personally & professionally. Corie’s mission is to help leaders & organizations prioritize their most valuable asset—their people—& to drive success through a culture of continuous learning & growth. Join her to explore how you can move from ordinary to extraordinary, & make a positive difference on your team & in your organization

All sessions are pending HRCI & SHRM Certification. Stay Tuned!

Metro Milwaukee SHRM upcoming events

July 2026 - Summer Social (July 30, 2026)

August 2026 - Chapter Meeting (August 20, 2026)