Industry Organizations – Human Resources

American Payroll Association (APA) www.americanpayroll.org American Payroll Association is the professional society for payroll professionals. With over 23,000 members in the US, the APA provides members with publications, training and certification.
Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) www.aesc.org A worldwide professional association for the retained executive search industry whose mission is to promote the highest professional standards in retained executive search consulting, broaden public understanding of the search process, and serve as an advocate for the interests of its member firms. Activities include government and regulatory monitoring as well as professional development through courses and workshops.
Human Resources Planning Society (HRPS) www.hrps.org An international group of senior level HR executives that serves as a global forum for exchanging the latest thinking and information on the HR implications of key business issues, strategic HR practices, and leading-edge HR ideas, information, and experiences.
International Association for Human Resource Information Management (IHRIM) www.ihrim.org An international association enabling its members to achieve strategic objectives through the integration of information technology and human resource management. Founded in 1980, IHRIM comprises over 4,000 members from around the globe. In addition a myriad of benefits are available through membership in their North American chapters and international affiliates.
International Association of Corporate and Professional Recruitment (IACPR) www.iacpr.org International group of senior level HR executives, retained search professionals and consultants whose primary function is to share information pertinent to the recruitment, selection, retention, and development of senior executives.
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP) www.ifebp.org The IFEBP is a nonprofit educational association serving the employee benefits and compensation industry. For almost 50 years, the International Foundation has served as the premier source of education and information to the industry.
Northeast Human Resources Association (NEHRA) www.nehra.com HR association in the northeast who is dedicated to helping their members lead, advance and influence the management of human resources and its impact on organizational success. NEHRA provides members with educational opportunities and programs, information and resources and the chance to connect with other HR professionals.
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) www.shrm.org An international group of HR executives that serves the needs of its members by providing a comprehensive set of resources. SHRM is “committed to advancing the human resource profession to ensure that HR is an essential and effective partner in developing and executing organizational strategy”.
WorldatWork
www.worldatwork.org A nonprofit professional association dedicated to knowledge leadership in compensation, benefits, and total rewards. Helps HR professionals by providing online courses, skill-building programs, and industry certifications.