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Human Resources Association of Southern Maryland
The Human Resources Association of Southern Maryland (HRASM) is now a SHRM National Dual Membership Release (DMR) chapter. This requires all HRASM chapter members to be SHRM National members.
In November 2008, HRASM became a chapter affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) with members from the tri-county area of Southern Maryland, covering Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary's counties.
Our Vision
To be the premier catalyst for HR excellence in Southern Maryland, empowering HR professionals and business leaders through professional development, thought leadership, and innovation that drives meaningful workplace and community impact.
To be the premier catalyst for HR excellence in Southern Maryland, empowering HR professionals and business leaders through professional development, thought leadership, and innovation that drives meaningful workplace and community impact.
Our Mission
To provide HR professionals and business leaders in Southern Maryland with the resources, education, and networking opportunities that foster growth, innovation, and leadership, while advancing the HR profession and its role in shaping thriving workplaces and communities.
To provide HR professionals and business leaders in Southern Maryland with the resources, education, and networking opportunities that foster growth, innovation, and leadership, while advancing the HR profession and its role in shaping thriving workplaces and communities.
HRASM members can take advantage of many activities and programs for professional growth and improvement while meeting and networking with other locally based professionals.
As both a SHRM Recertification Provider and an HRCI Approved Provider, we offer meetings, conferences, and events with Professional Development and Recertification Credits to assist our SHRM and HRCI certified professionals.
Click the below link to be introduced to our:
2025-2026 HRASM Officers and Board of Directors
Our HRASM Chapter was very well represented at the 2024 Maryland State HR Conference (Oct 6th - 8th). Kudos to our Chapter President & MD State Conference Chair, Shari Arends (6th middle row) and the rest of the state council for doing a phenominal job putting this event together.
Join us this year in Ocean City, MD at the
2025 Maryland State HR Conference!!
Date: October 5-7, 2025
For more details, click HERE!
SHRM has awarded the 2024 Platinum Excel Award to the Human Resources Association of Southern Maryland in recognition of its exceptional work and accomplishments in 2024. This award celebrates the Chapter’s strategic initiatives, innovative programming, and unwavering commitment to elevating the HR profession and improving workplaces across the region. The Excel Award is given at the Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum levels. It is a symbol of excellence in chapter and state council leadership. Honorees are recognized for activities that align with SHRM’s mission to empower people and workplaces by advancing human resource practices and maximizing human potential.
“SHRM’s impact on the world of work is made possible by the dedication and leadership of our chapters and state councils,” said Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, president and chief executive officer of SHRM. “The Platinum Excel Award is not only a celebration of the great work done by Human Resources Association of Southern Maryland, it’s recognition of their focus, innovation, and determination to create better workplaces. Their HR leadership is truly exemplary.”
Human Resources Association of Southern Maryland will receive national recognition through SHRM publications and events, an official award logo for use in communications, and tools to help share this achievement with its members and community.
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Upcoming Events
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August 20, 2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pmLocation:Calvert Marine Museum 14200 Solomons Island Road Solomons, MD 20688
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September 10, 2025 - 8:00am to 10:00amLocation:The Coordinating Center 8531 Veterans Highway, 3rd Floor Millersville, MD 21108
Looking to earn strategic recertification credit?
Anne Arundel SHRM is offering a powerful in-person workshop on September 10 titled Organizing for Potential: Advanced Strategic Planning for Human Resources Professionals. This interactive...
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September 18, 2025 - 12:15pm to 1:30pmLocation:Virtual Webinar
Have you ever found yourself frustrated with employee's or colleague's performance or behavior? You wanted to tell them, but every time you tried to muster up the courage, you just couldn't get the words out. Or maybe you gave feedback, but it didn't land… or worse, it made them...
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October 5, 2025 to October 7, 2025Location:Ashore Resort & Beach Club 10100 Coastal Highway Ocean City, MD 21842
Join Maryland SHRM for their largest HR event in the state!
Boost your HR skillset, network with your peers over three exciting days filled with dynamic speakers, relevant breakout...
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October 14, 2025 - 5:00pmLocation:TBD (St. Mary's County) *Virtual Access will be availableOpen to all active members
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