Log in


Upcoming events

    • 16 Oct 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Hope Big Connection Center, 1726 S Washington St, Grand Forks, ND, 58201
    Register


    The Influence of You - Understanding the Power Behind Communication That Connects with Paula Graner

    Event Overview:

    By understanding effective communication through body language, you can learn to influence others and create an instant connection.  Developing your unique body language will make you more confident, credible, and charismatic.  Learning and understanding the styles of communication and body language will help you enhance the connections with colleagues, clients, and family.

    You’ll walk away with:

    • Discover how to enhance your communication skills to be more confident and credible.
    •  Learn to improve your ability to connect with others and reach greater awareness.
    •  Identify communication styles and body language tips that will help influence others in a positive light.

    About the Speaker

    Paula Graner shares her passion to make life “just a little better” for every person she encounters. Paula creates training programs specific for the needs of today’s business environment.

    She recognizes effective communication in all aspects of work is the fundamental skills needed for companies and organizations to thrive.

    Paula identifies “trending topics” in today’s business climate and recently she has worked with businesses across the region delivery training on Crucial Conversations, The Influence of You – Understanding The Power Behind Communication that Connects, and Knowing and Understanding your Communication Style to Enhance Your Connection and Performance.

    She holds a GPS (Global Priorities Solution) Certification Specialist which transforms the culture of organizations by bringing people together using Value Based Leadership Round Tables, a certified trainer and coach, with The Maxwell Leadership Team, a Results Coach trained by Robbins Research International, Developmental Dimensions International certified, and she is a certified Professional in Human Resources.

    GHR Consulting Ltd. was established in 2006 by Ms. Paula Graner, PHR.

    Paula enjoys life to the fullest and loves spending time with friends and family, playing golf, and reading.

    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

    • 6 Nov 2025
    • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • The Shrink Tank, 2500 S Columbia Rd
    Register


    We invite you to join us at our next coffee club meeting (What's Brewing) to network with other HR professionals in the area and discuss topics relevant to your role and current events.

    Where:

    This month's What's Brewing takes place at The Shrink Tank at 2500 S Columbia Rd in Grand Forks on Thursday, November 6th 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

    • 4 Dec 2025
    • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Bully Brew, 321 Demers Ave, East Grand Forks
    Register


    Join us for the last coffee club of 2025. Coffee will be paid for by GGFHRA. We invite you to join us at our next coffee club meeting (What's Brewing) to network with other HR professionals in the area and discuss topics relevant to your role and current events.

    Where:

    This month's What's Brewing takes place at Bully Brew at 321 Demers Ave in East Grand Forks on Thursday, December 5th 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 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


© Greater Grand Forks Human Resource Association

Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software