Speaking Opportunities

Become a Speaker

Thank you for your interest in speaking for HR Virginia! We are always on the lookout for passionate professionals willing to share their expertise and insights with our community.

Speaker Opportunities:

We host an Annual Conference and a Leadership Conference annually and are seeking dynamic speakers who can deliver engaging presentations on topics relevant to HR professionals. If you have valuable knowledge and experience to share, we encourage you to apply to become a speaker at our events.

Please Note:

As a non-profit organization, we are unable to provide monetary compensation to our speakers. However, speaking at HR Virginia events offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your expertise, connect with industry peers, and contribute to the professional development of HR professionals in our community.

Speaker Application:

If you are interested in becoming a speaker at an upcoming HR Virginia event, please complete the form below. We carefully review all submissions and will reach out to potential speakers whose expertise aligns with our conference themes and objectives.

Thank you for considering sharing your knowledge with HRVA!

Speaker Application Form:

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HR Virginia Wins Pinnacle Award for Bold Purpose to Thrive Program

HR Virginia was one of 12 human resource organizations from across the country to win the award from the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), the highest honor given to SHRM state councils and chapters for notable contributions to the human resource profession.

“HR Virginia is pleased to be honored through this prestigious award. It brings recognition to our 19 chapters and State Council leaders who bring their missions to life every day to serve and provide opportunities for HR professionals in Virginia & DC.” said, Karen A. Edwards, SHRM-SCP, IPMA-SCP, SPHR – Immediate Past State Director

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Commonwealth Stem Industry Internship Program (CSIIP)

The Commonwealth STEM industry Internship Program (CSIIP) is a no-fee online system that enables companies to select and hire spring, summer, and fall interns from a large pool of pre-qualifed college and university STEM students throughout Virginia. Funded by the Commonwealth of Virginia, CSIIP is managed by the Virginia Space Grant Consortium, and is partners with organizationa like Virginia SHRM. Visit www.CSIIP.org for more details and/or download the program flyer HERE.