The Mt. Baker Chapter of SHRM is an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). SHRM is the world’s largest HR professional society, representing 315,000 members in more than 165 countries. For nearly seven decades, SHRM has been the leading provider of resources serving the needs of HR professionals and advancing the practice of human resource management. SHRM has more than 556 affiliated chapters within the United States and subsidiary offices in China, India and United Arab Emirates. For more information please visit www.shrm.org.

We are a non-profit organization focused on the advancement of human resource management through the membership of business, education, and government professionals who are engaged in a broad scope of human resources activities.  Our membership is comprised of professionals from both private and public sector organizations serving Whatcom County and the surrounding area.  We are not only HR professionals but also business owners, managers and other individuals who want to expand our networking and knowledge in the areas of human resources. Whether you are new to the HR field or have many years of experience, we are a local starting point for networking, information, professional development and continued support of excellence in Human Resources.

The purpose of this Chapter is to:

• Further the development, improvement and application of human resource management and practices.
• Raise standards of performance in all phases of the profession.
• Promote and uphold high ethical standards of human resources administration
• Foster professional contacts and the exchange of information between members.

We strive to support our membership by providing exceptional programs, credible resources, networking opportunities, and strategic partnerships that continually inspire and stimulate individual, business, and community growth and development.

Board of Directors:  To view and/or contact our current Board of Directors, please click here.

We invite you to take the first step in helping us to build a strong foundation and professional identity by participating in powerful monthly meetings, and becoming an active member within the Mt. Baker Chapter of SHRM.