Gulf Coast Human Resource Association

10/23/2026

🎉🏆 SHRM Gulf Coast Annual Professional Awards Nominations Are OPEN! 🏆🎉

Every year, we honor three hardworking HR professionals who go above and beyond to make a difference in their organizations and our community! 💙💼 Now it’s time to celebrate the amazing people who make HR happen!

✨ Here are this year’s award categories:

🌟 Emerging Leader – Recognizing a rising HR professional with leadership potential, a passion for growth, and a drive to make an impact.

🏆 Professional of the Year – Celebrating an outstanding HR professional who demonstrates exceptional leadership, innovation, and dedication to advancing the HR profession.

💙 Lifetime Achievement – Honoring an HR professional with at least 10 years of experience and a lasting legacy of leadership, service, and contributions to the field.

Do you know someone who deserves a little extra recognition? 🙌 Nominate them! Help us celebrate the dedication, hard work, and heart that HR professionals bring to our workplaces every day.

📩 Can’t fill out the nomination form? No problem! Just email the following information to [email protected]:

• Your name, email, and phone number
• The award category you’re nominating someone for
• The nominee’s name, title, organization, email, and phone number
• A brief explanation of why you believe they deserve the award

Let’s shine a spotlight on the incredible HR professionals in our Gulf Coast community! 🎊 We can’t wait to celebrate with you at our annual Christmas luncheon! 🎄✨

10/12/2026

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We always enjoy opportunities to connect with others and talk about the work happening at GCCF! 💚

Last week, Dr. Christen Hartley Duhé, our president and executive director, joined the Gulf Coast Human Resource Association at its monthly meeting to talk about the Foundation, the many ways we support our communities, and how generosity helps make it all possible. Thank you for the invitation and the opportunity to connect with your members!

10/11/2026

We had such an amazing meeting this past Thursday! 🤩

A special thank you to our speaker, Dr. Christen Duhé, with Gulf Coast Community Foundation ✨👏 Please head on over to their page to see all the amazing things they’re doing along the MS Gulf Coast!

Another thank you to our meeting sponsor, Paylocity, and our annual sponsor, Sugaring Gulfport 🫶🍯🧡

Our next meeting will be Thursday, November 12th📆 Hope to see you there! 😊

10/06/2026

Will we see you there? 👀✨

10/06/2026

📚 NEW BOOKS ARE HERE THIS WEEK! 📚

When you attend Thursday's meeting, don't forget to browse our book collection! We have NEW books this week covering leadership, inspiration, personal growth, professional development, and so much more. There’s truly something for everyone!

Whether you’re looking for a little inspiration, a new leadership perspective, something to help you grow personally or professionally, or simply a great book to enjoy, come take a look!

And don’t forget to bring your $5! Every donation helps support the SHRM Foundation and its work making a difference in the HR profession and our communities. ❤️

Stop by, browse the collection, find something that speaks to you, and support a great cause while you’re at it!

📖 NEW books (and old). $5 donation. Great cause. Something for everyone.

We’re excited to see you this week!

09/23/2026

📣 October Chapter Meeting!

Join us for our monthly SHRM Gulf Coast Chapter Meeting on Thursday, October 8th from 7:30–10:00 AM at The Swetman Building in Biloxi!

We’re excited to welcome Christen Hartley Duhé, Ed.D., APR of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation as our guest speaker. Come enjoy a complimentary breakfast, network with fellow HR professionals, and hear from a great local speaker!

📚 Book Drive: Bring a new or gently used professional development book to donate to our community resource library. Books may be purchased for $5.

🔗 to register: https://square.link/u/5YnI3Lhi

📍 The Swetman Building | 727 Howard Avenue, 2nd Floor, Biloxi, MS
📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ 7:30–10:00 AM

We hope to see you there! 💙

09/20/2026

Just a few snapshots from our social last Thursday📸🤩✨ Take any pics? Drop them below!

09/17/2026

📣TODAY IS THE DAY! We hope to see you at our quarterly social tonight!

🍸✨ Let’s unwind and connect!

Join SHRM Gulf Coast, AAF, PRAM Gulf Coast, and PRAM Beach Chapter for an evening of good conversation, networking, and after-hours fun at the beautiful White House Hotel! 🌊

📅 Thursday, September 17th
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 White House Hotel – Vista Room & Terrace
1230 Beach Blvd., Biloxi, MS

Come mingle with fellow professionals, make new connections, and enjoy a well-deserved evening away from the office. 💙

No reservation required — just show up and bring a friend!

We hope to see you there! 🥂✨

09/11/2026

We are SIX days out from our social! 💃🍸 Are you coming?

🍸✨ Let’s unwind and connect!

Join SHRM Gulf Coast, AAF, PRAM Gulf Coast, and PRAM Beach Chapter for an evening of good conversation, networking, and after-hours fun at the beautiful White House Hotel! 🌊

📅 Thursday, September 17th
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 White House Hotel – Vista Room & Terrace
1230 Beach Blvd., Biloxi, MS

Come mingle with fellow professionals, make new connections, and enjoy a well-deserved evening away from the office. 💙

No reservation required — just show up and bring a friend!

We hope to see you there! 🥂✨

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years after September 11, 2001, we remember a day that changed our nation.

Its impact continues to be felt across generations and communities, shaping not only the world around us, but also how we live, work, and support one another.

Today, we honor the lives lost and reflect on the resilience that has carried us forward.