Mission, Vision & Values

Welcome to Charlottesville SHRM! We are a dynamic group of professionals that reflects the vibrancy and diversity of the human resource profession in the region.

We are a proud affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world's largest association devoted to human resource management.

We are generalists and specialists, practitioners and executives, students, friends and colleagues.  We work for organizations large and small, serving individuals and employers across the region.

We are united in our commitment to the human resource profession and to the people and organizations around us.  We support each other with outstanding programs, professional development initiatives, and networking opportunities.  We serve our community through workforce development programs and by increasing awareness and knowledge of the human resource profession.

We are Charlottesville SHRM.  We hope you will join us for the great things ahead.

Mission Statement
Charlottesville SHRM connects HR professionals, delivers meaningful learning experiences, and empowers members to lead positive change in their workplaces and community.

Vision Statement
To cultivate a thriving community where HR professionals are connected, continually growing, and equipped to lead the future of work across every organization we serve.

Value Proposition Statement
We bring HR professionals together to connect authentically, learn continuously, and lead boldly so that they can create better workplaces and a stronger HR community.

       Pillar                                  Value Statement
   Connect                     

We foster authentic relationships and create spaces where HR professionals feel supported, included, and empowered through community

Learn
We are committed to continuous growth, sharing knowledge, and embracing best practices that elevate our profession.
 
Lead


We inspire one another to take action, influence positive change, and champion excellence in
every workplace.

Excel
Excellence is not about doing more — it’s about doing better. We optimize our chapter's operations to
create ease for our volunteers, consistency for our members, and impact for our community.