Metro Milwaukee SHRM upcoming events

November 2026 - Chapter Meeting (November 05, 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Preventing and De-Escalating "Crisis Moments" at Work

This presentation will present the “why” of challenging behaviors at work, and will focus on de-escalation skills and practices that will improve worker wellbeing and a more supportive work environment.

Learning Objectives

1. Give an overview to explain why people are more anxious and how anxiety can amplify workplace issues

2. Show how CPI principles, which are grounded in neuroscience research, can help workers understand and better manage workplace violence

3. Provide attendees with an understanding of how to recognize their own signs of dysregulation and quick tactics for getting back to calm.

Meet the Speaker

Susan Driscoll is President and Chief Customer Officer of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and has been with the company since 2017, focusing on growth initiatives, customer insights and global thought leadership. She has extensive experience in both healthcare and higher education training. Founded in 1980 and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, CPI is the leading global provider of de-escalation and restrictive intervention training to organizations and workers with a Duty to Care. The training focuses on the Care, Welfare, Safety, and Security^SM of staff members and the people they serve with evidence-based, trauma-informed crisis prevention approaches.

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

December 2026 - Winter Social (December 03, 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 06:00:00 GMT

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

February 2027 - Chapter Meeting (February 09, 2027)

Tue, 09 Feb 2027 14:00:00 GMT

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

March 2027 - Chapter Meeting (March 09, 2027)

Tue, 09 Mar 2027 14:00:00 GMT

AI: The Future of Work is More Human Than You Think

Everywhere we look, AI is dominated by tech-first conversations: automated tasks, massive data sets, and rapid efficiency. But behind every algorithm is the organization that must navigate it—and that’s exactly where leadership comes in. Join us for an engaging Program Meeting with Kerry Mitchell, CEO of GYSTiq, as she flips the AI narrative on its head. In this eye-opening presentation, “AI: The Future of Work is More Human Than You Think,” Kerry will challenge the room to look beyond the software. You’ll discover why the rise of AI doesn't diminish the need for strong leadership; instead, it exponentially raises the value of uniquely human traits like judgment, trust, and empathy. Come ready for an interactive discussion, practical leadership strategies, and a fresh perspective on how to guide your organization through the next major shift in modern business.

Learning Objectives

Objective 1: Identify how rapid technological shifts trigger predictable human anxieties and performance gaps within a workforce.

Objective 2: Utilize a five-part core competency framework to lead, realign, and engage teams through major digital transitions.

Objective 3: Implement proactive communication strategies that cut through organizational uncertainty and reduce employee change resistance.

Objective 4: Build change management plans that reframe technological adoption into a clear catalyst for workforce upskilling and development.

Meet the Speaker

Kerry Mitchell is the CEO and Co-Founder of GYSTiq and an executive HR consultant with over 30 years of experience advising CEOs, CFOs, and General Counsel. A specialist in organizational growth and human capital strategy, Kerry helps leaders bring clarity to complex business issues, build high-performing company infrastructures, and drive both margin expansion and positive employee engagement across the private, public, and non-profit sectors.

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

June 2027 - Chapter Meeting (June 08, 2027)

Tue, 08 Jun 2027 13:00:00 GMT

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