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    • 16 Apr 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Hope Big Connection Center, 1726 S Washington St, Grand Forks, ND, 58201
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    The Brain at Work: What HR Leaders Need to Know (But Were Never Taught)

    Event Overview:

    What if many of your workplace challenges—resistance to change, disengagement, conflict—aren’t about attitude, but about how the brain works?

    In this session, you will learn to translate key principles from neuroscience into practical strategies HR professionals can use immediately. Learn how stress, psychological safety, and cognitive load impact behavior—and how small shifts in communication and leadership can dramatically improve outcomes.

    You’ll walk away with:

    • A simple framework for understanding behavior through a brain-based lens

    • Tools to reduce reactivity and increase regulation in the workplace

    • Practical strategies to support engagement, learning, and change

    About the Speaker

    Janell Regimbal is the founder of Insight to Solutions, LLC, where she partners with nonprofits, public agencies, and community leaders to drive innovation, strengthen organizations, and develop effective strategies. Prior to launching her business, Janell served more than 30 years with Lutheran Social Services of North Dakota, leading statewide initiatives that improved the lives of children and families. She is a licensed professional clinical counselor, mediator, and accomplished trainer who has designed and implemented over a dozen new service delivery programs during her career which included developing leaders and the community collaborations necessary to carry them out. Beyond her professional work, Janell actively serves on the North Dakota Children’s Cabinet, and a variety of committees and Boards both in her home community of Grand Forks as well as statewide, reflecting her enduring dedication to community well-being.

    Where:

    This meeting is available in-person at the Hope Big Connection Center. Our speaker will be presenting in-person.

    11:30am - 12:00pm: Lunch (BYOL) & Networking

    Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch or come early and grab lunch from one of the nearby restaurants!

    12:00pm - 1:00pm: Meeting

    Directions: Park on the North side of the Grand Cities Mall in front of Hope (towards the West side of the mall). Enter the Hope main door (the door that is furthest West). The Big Connection Center can be found on the right side of the lobby area.

    Tickets:

    Free for GGFHRA members | $15 for non-members 

    Not a current member? Join today at https://ggfhra.wildapricot.org/join-us

    • 7 May 2026
    • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • NoDak Nutrition - 2500 S Washington St
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    Join us for our monthly coffee club, What's Brewing, designed for HR professionals to connect, share ideas, and talk through timely topics impacting our work.

    Where:

    This month's What's Brewing takes place at NoDak Nutrition at 2500 S Washington St (Caribou Coffee building) in Grand Forks on Thursday, May 7th from 8am-9am.

    If you can't make it, don't worry! We hold coffee club on the first Thursday of each month from 8:00am-9:00am.

    Agenda:

    8:00-8:15am - Grab Drinks & Chat

    8:15-8:30am - Welcome & Intros

    8:30-9:00am - Guided HR Brainstorm Session

Past events

2 Apr 2026 What's Brewing - April Coffee Club
19 Mar 2026 GGFHRA March Meeting: Building Leadership Capability to Strengthen Organizational Culture
5 Mar 2026 What's Brewing - March Coffee Club
19 Feb 2026 GGFHRA February Meeting: Workplace Violence Prevention
5 Feb 2026 GGFHRA February Coffee Club - What's Brewing
15 Jan 2026 Vogel Law Firm Employment Law Update – A Review of 2025 and What to Expect in 2026
15 Jan 2026 HR Lunch Break (virtual): From Compliance to Competitive Advantage
10 Dec 2025 GGFHRA Annual Holiday Social 2025
4 Dec 2025 GGFHRA December Coffee Club - What's Brewing
20 Nov 2025 VIRTUAL - GGFHRA November Meeting: Civility in the Workplace
6 Nov 2025 GGFHRA November Coffee Club - What's Brewing
16 Oct 2025 GGFHRA October Meeting: The Influence of You - Understanding the Power Behind Communication That Connects
2 Oct 2025 GGFHRA October Coffee Club - What's Brewing
18 Sep 2025 GGFHRA September Meeting: Employee Benefits Market Update with Matt Nagel
9 Sep 2025 GGFHRA State Conference Social
4 Sep 2025 GGFHRA September Coffee Club - What's Brewing
21 Aug 2025 GGFHRA August Meeting: Facing Resistance From Above: A Case Study From Maryland
7 Aug 2025 GGFHRA August Coffee Club - What's Brewing
17 Jul 2025 GGFHRA July Meeting: Beyond the Basics: Innovative Employee Benefits That Make a Difference
10 Jul 2025 HR Lunch Break (virtual): The Toolkit for a Thriving Workforce
26 Jun 2025 HR Lunch Break (virtual): Taking Back Control of Your Benefits
19 Jun 2025 GGFHRA June Meeting: Clear Is Kind
21 May 2025 HR Lunch Break (virtual): From Conflict to Clarity: When the Weight Feels Too Heavy: Navigating Burnout and Mental Well-Being
15 May 2025 GGFHRA May Meeting: Healthcare Leadership with Dr. Josh Deere (Altru Health System's President)
13 May 2025 GGFHRA May Event – Special Site Tour: The Career Impact Academy
17 Apr 2025 GGFHRA April Meeting: Trevor’s Story, A Pain that Doesn’t Dull with Time
10 Apr 2025 HR Lunch Break (virtual): From Conflict to Clarity: How to Have Difficult Conversations in the Workplace
20 Mar 2025 GGFHRA March Meeting: The Career Impact Academy
13 Mar 2025 HR Lunch Break (virtual): Strategic HR Secrets From the Trenches
20 Feb 2025 GGFHRA February Meeting: Innovative Onboarding
16 Jan 2025 Vogel Law Firm Employment Law Update – A Review of 2024 and What to Expect in 2025
9 Jan 2025 HR Lunch Break: Compliance in the New Administration- Employment Attorney Insights on What Employers Can Expect
4 Dec 2024 GGFHRA Annual Holiday Social
19 Nov 2024 Job Ad Writing Workshop: Using Algorithms and AI
29 Oct 2024 Employment Law Basics – What Every Business Needs to Know
3 Oct 2024 GGFHRA October Meeting-Mentorship and its Impact: A Panel Discussion
17 Sep 2024 GGFHRA State Conference Social
11 Sep 2024 IN MY SHOES: STRATEGIES FOR FOSTERING EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING, BELONGING, AND RETENTION
15 Aug 2024 Building Resilience: Navigating Challenges, Cultivating Strength, and Leading with Confidence
18 Jul 2024 Basic Training: Going from Veteran Friendly to Veteran Ready
20 Jun 2024 Creating a Positive Work Environment
16 May 2024 Developing the Next Wave of Leaders
18 Apr 2024 Hiring International Student Talent: What Employers Should Know
21 Mar 2024 Run Your HR Department Like Tom Hanks
20 Mar 2024 Devils Lake Event: Empowering Your Workforce-Leveraging Vocational Rehabilitation for Business Success
15 Feb 2024 What Secure 2.0 Could Mean for You and Your Employees
18 Jan 2024 Vogel Law Firm Employment Law Update – A Review of 2023 and What to Expect in 2024
4 Jan 2024 GGFHRA January Coffee Club - What's Brewing


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