About Us
We are the Gulf Coast's leading HR organization, uniting professionals from various industries with a common goal—to excel in employer obligations, strategic business partnerships, and effective employee relationship management. Our tailored programs, workshops, and learning activities elevate both individual and organizational success. We prioritize knowledge exchange, best practices, and dynamic networking events, fostering robust professional relationships. As proud affiliates of SHRM, we provide exclusive access to discounted fees, scholarships, and invaluable information resources. Join GCHRA—a community dedicated to continual growth, collaboration, and success beyond traditional HR boundaries.
Our meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month. Visit our EVENTS PAGE for location and program details. Guests are always welcome!
Annual membership fees are $50 for SHRM members.
Guest fees are $15 per meeting.
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The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has been the leading provider of resources serving the needs of HR professionals and advancing the practice of human resource management for nearly seven decades.
SHRM is the world’s largest Human Resources professional society, representing 285,000 members in more than 165 countries. SHRM has more than 575 affiliated chapters worldwide.
For more information please visit www.shrm.org
Chapter Recognition Awards: Past Recipients
GCHRA recognizes members who have demonstrated the value of the human resources function within their organization, worked to advance the profession and demonstrated their professional knowledge and experience to enhance the lives of community members.
Lifetime Achievement
The Lifetime Achievement Award is awarded to one GCHRA member with 20 or more years of human resources-related service who has made extraordinary contributions to the profession.
2024: Charlotte Mclaurin
2023: Ruth Montana, Keesler Federal Credit Union
2022: Sheila Farr, Gulf Coast Training & Education Services, LLC
2021: Cynthia Black, The People's Bank
2020: Mindy McDowell, The City of Ocean Springs
2019 Cynthia Render-Leach, Gulfport Behavioral Health Systems
Professional of the Year
2024: Gina Rubom
2023: Dusti Pisarich, Hancock Whitney
2022: Samantha Sherrill, City of Gulfport
2020: Cynthia Black, The Peoples Bank
2019: Lauren Germany, Bienville Orthopedic
Emerging Leader
2024: KiAunda Calloway
2023: Leah Jenkins, Keesler Federal Credit Union
Rising Star
2022: Julianis Wade, Island View Casino Resort
2020: Haley Vierling, ResearchFirst
2019: Jill Compton, Compton and Sons Appliances
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Contact Us
GCHRA
P.O. Box 3308
Gulfport, MS 39505
