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Published 9 months ago • 3 min read

Hallo Disruptoren!

DisruptHR events were created for the purpose of providing a place where people could come together and connect, have fun, and share ideas.

Last week, I shared a post on my personal LinkedIn profile reflecting on how I felt in March 2020, when what was shaping up to be a year with a record number of DisruptHR events went to zero events within a period of 2 weeks. Like many during that time, I wasn't sure what the future would hold, or if that future would include DisruptHR. But come back we did, and I'm so happy that people are connecting with our original purpose at live events once again!

At the end of my post, I asked readers to share their experience with DisruptHR events, and here are just a few of the amazing responses:

DisruptHR has become a massive part of me, who I am and my inspiration. I have met some great people who have become friends, clients and collaborators. I've travelled to many, and now travelling afar. — Sam Eaton, Business Coach at MindAbility Consultancy Ltd
When I got involved with DisruptHR in 2019 it was like an awakening. The adrenaline, the sense of achievement, meeting and talking with intellectually stimulating people, and the shared excitement about TALENT: THE PEOPLE has fueled me both personally and professionally. I'm so grateful for the founders of this organization, for unknowingly helping me understand what shines my light. — Rachael Perillo, Regional Director of Talent Management at OneDigital
I spoke at my first DisruptHR event a couple of months ago. It was fantastic. It helped me overcome my fear of public speaking and made me realize I’m actually pretty damn good at it. My video became the #2 most watched internationally a few weeks ago. Recently I’ve been contacted to do paid speaking engagements. Needless to say, DisruptHR LLC has changed the trajectory of my life and has opened new doors for me that I didn’t think were possible only a few months ago. — Kevin Mendenko, Vice President Human Resources at CORE X Partners
DisruptHR was the first speaking event I was selected for when I decided to become a public speaker. I gave a talk I’m still proud of today. — Angela L. Shaw, SVP of TalentSVP of Talent at Amplify Credit Union

After almost 10 years, and over 600 events organized around the world, it's clear that our original purpose still has value, and people still want to come together to connect, have fun, share ideas — and more.

Upcoming DisruptHR Events:

DisruptHR events are occurring in the following communities within the next month:

DisruptHR Huntsville AL 4.0 - August 15

DisruptHR Karachi PK 2.0 - August 19

DisruptHR Prague CZ 2.0 - August 29

DisruptHR Des Moines IA 6.0 - August 30

DisruptHR Denver CO 15.0 - September 12

DisruptHR Portland OR 3.0 - September 12

DisruptHR Vaughan ON 3.0 - September 13

DisruptHR Jacksonville FL 2.0 - September 13

DisruptHR Chicago IL 8.0 - September 14

DisruptHR Halifax NS 1.0 - September 14

DisruptHR Belgrade RS 3.0 - September 14

Featured DisruptHR Video:

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The Edge of Optimism by Cory Raggi - Chief Operating Officer at RDG+Partners

In this 5-minute DisruptHR Rochester Talk, Cory shares that being nice does not mean that we're weak, submissive, or ineffective — and being positive doesn't mean being that we're being naive.

".... optimism is not mere hope. It's the confidence that your leadership can positively impact someone's life and take them beyond where they believed they could be to a better place — along with your company's results. THAT is the edge of optimism."

Recently Licensed DisruptHR Communities:

Austin, TX

Lahore, PK [NEW]

Las Cruces, NM [NEW]

Tucson, AZ [NEW]

Available DisruptHR Licenses:

DisruptHR events have been held in the past in the following cities, that are now currently available for licensing and ready for new Organizers.

If you'd like to become the Official Organizer for DisruptHR events in one of these cities (or a city near you that is not currently licensed), take a moment complete the short Organizer Inquiry form on our website, and we'll be in touch with more information / next steps!

Cayman Islands

Dubai, UAE

São Paulo, BR

Brookings, SD

Dublin, IE

Cape Town, ZA

Rhode Island

This Week's Question:

What's been your experience with DisruptHR? Have you attended or spoken at an event? Did it change your life in some way?

Hit reply and share your experience with me. I'd love to hear from you!

Jennifer McClure - Chief Excitement Officer, DisruptHR LLC

113 Cherry St #92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2205
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