As a Human Resources Professional... You should belong to a SHRM affiliated chapter. Why should I join a SHRM affiliated chapter? It is tough in the fast paced work enviroment of the new millenium to maintain top performance as a human resource management professional. You need all the help you can get!

As a member of a SHRM affiliated local chapter you will develop a network that will help you in many ways: Exposure to other HR professionals and companies revealing how other organizations handle various human resource situations, procedures, policies, etc. Access to a network of professionals and specialists providing HR information that might otherwise be difficult and/or expensive to obtain. Opportunity to develop relationships and contacts in other companies to share information on HR concerns. Access to current best practices to make your organization more efficient, increase employee commitment and help line managers carry out business strategy.

Availability of up-to-date information on pending legislation that may impact your company's operations. Opportunity to develop leadership skills by taking on volunteer leadership role in the local chapter. Availability of local professional development opportunities to improve your competence.
Developement of a reputation and credentials in the HR field through your involvment in the local chapter. I am already a national SHRM member, why should I join the local SHRM chapter too? Membership in both local and national level gives you full access to a wealth of service and programs that can broaden your skills and make you more valuable to your company. You will also be a part of the largest professional organization in the world dedicated to the advancement of the human resource management profession.