Event Details
October Member Meeting: HR Best Practices For Smaller HR Departments
| Date: | October 23, 2025, 8:30am – 10:00am |
| Organizer: | Southwest Montana SHRM |
| Location: | Element Hotel |
| Price: | $20 Southwest MT SHRM Members / $25 Other SHRM Members / $30 Non-Members |
| Event Type: | Southwest Montana SHRM Hosted - Meeting |
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HR Best Practices For Smaller HR Departments
Presented by Anne Donovan
Anne Donovan is an experienced HR consultant specializing in talent retention and development. With a career dedicated to improving employee retention and shaping strong workplace cultures, she has led leadership development programs, succession planning initiatives, and culture shifts during times of change. Anne holds a BA in Psychology and Spanish from Indiana University and is SPHR and SHRM-SCP certified. Passionate about helping people and businesses thrive, she leads with a People-First philosophy. When not working with clients, she enjoys gardening, hiking, skiing, and running with her dogs in Bozeman, Montana.
In today’s rapidly changing workplace, it’s easy to get distracted by new trends and lose sight of the fundamentals. This interactive session brings HR professionals back to the essentials—practical, proven approaches to compliance, communication, and culture. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to strengthen their HR foundation, support managers with confidence, and create workplaces where employees can thrive.
Key Takeaways
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Identify essential HR practices that support organizations and reduce risk.
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Apply People-First strategies in recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations to boost retention.
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Strengthen communication with leaders and managers to build compliant, engaging workplaces.
