#298 Getting into HR with Laurie McIntosh of SHRM

Through the Noise #298

Laurie McIntosh // Director of Membership // SHRM

Managing and supporting the “humans” in “human resources” is a monumental and often delicate and complicated task that is crucial to every single organization. Since resources impact all of our listeners, we’ve invited Laurie McIntosh, the Director of Membership for the Society of Human Resource Management to join us on Through the Noise. Pronounced “Shirm,” the SHRM has 285,000 members worldwide — though most are in the U.S. — and even has an office in India. With 575 chapters, there are ample opportunities for individuals engaged (or interested) in human resources to become more deeply involved and to grow professionally. Join us for this episode for insight on improving your own human resource management.

Laurie is the Director, Membership for the Society for Human Resource Management where she focuses on effective strategies to attract, engage and retain members. Prior to joining SHRM she worked as an HR practitioner and has industry experience in banking, health care, and consumer packaged goods. She received her Master’s degree in Human Resource Management from Capella University and holds both SHRM-SCP (SHRM Senior Certified Professional) and CAE (Certified Association Executive) designations.

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