About Us
Our chapter started out in the Chamber of Commerce as part of the Labor Committee. In 1986, some of those committee members formed the base of our chapter and joined ASPA, American Society of Personnel Administration. In 1989, ASPA became SHRM. Click HERE to find out more about SHRM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does WASHRM mean? Winchester Area Society for Human Resource Management
What does SHRM mean? Society for Human Resource Management
When are the meetings? The WASHRM meetings are held each month, typically on the fourth Wednesday of the month.
(Exceptions are April, where our 'meeting' is attending Business at the Bloom (1st come, 1st served free tickets as a perk of membership), August is our Summer Social in the evening, and December is our Winter Social in the evening as well. Please check the Meetings & Events page for meeting details.)
Where are the meetings held? Regular monthly meetings and most special events are held at The George Washington - A Wyndham Grand Hotel located at 103 E. Piccadilly Street, Winchester, VA 22601.
(Please check the Meetings & Events page for meeting details as the location may vary (i.e. Summer/Winter Socials; scheduling conflict, etc.)
What time does the monthly meeting begin? Regular monthly meetings begin at 9:00 a.m. with registration, networking, and breakfast beginning at 8:00 a.m. Summer / Winter Social and special events such as our Annual Employment Law Update and Small Business Day will vary.
Please check the Meetings & Events page for details. The business portion of the regular meeting lasts approximately 30 minutes (9:00-9:30 a.m.) followed by our featured speaker/presentation that is approximately 1 hour long (9:30-10:30 a.m.)
How can I become a member? You can join WASHRM by downloading a membership application and mailing it in with your check or money order or completing an online application and paying online. Click HERE for more details.
What is the Membership Term and Dues? Membership is available on a 12-month rolling basis. Annual dues are only $180.
To Join or Renew, click HERE.
How can I submit a question regarding WASHRM? You can submit questions or comments by emailing us at [email protected] or [email protected].
We greatly appreciate your patience! Any questions submitted will be answered as promptly as administratively possible by the proper member of the Board. Any frequently asked questions will appear on this page for future reference.
