2026: Preparing for a Year of Growth and Accomplishment
I am humbled, thrilled, and energized to step into the new year for the final chapter of my two-year term as State Director. Together, we'll build on the strong foundation we established in 2025, ensuring sound fiscal stability, introducing innovative strategies and ideas, and delivering solid support to our affiliate chapters and our members across Wisconsin.
The dedication of our SHRM Volunteer Leaders inspires me every day, and I know we're poised for even greater heights in 2026! Each of our volunteer leaders brings unique passion and expertise, and I couldn't be prouder or more grateful to stand alongside this incredible team as we charge forward into 2026.
I am proud to introduce the 2026 Wisconsin SHRM Core State Council, a group ready to lead with vision, resilience, and drive:
State Director Jeff Palkowski
State Director-Elect Katelyn Spanbauer
Secretary Jen Jirsa
Treasurer Annie Goffard
Conference Liaison Director Leah Rozeski
Conference Liaison Director-Elect Lori Giese*
Core Leadership Area Director Sheree Yates
Certification / Programming Director Kortney Jenks
College Relations Director Sarah Reuter*
Government/Legislative Affairs Director Jay Stephany
Inclusion & Belonging Director Vacant
Membership Director Jessica VanderPloeg*
SHRM Foundation Director Kellie Dunn-Poggemann
Workforce Readiness Director Wade Schenk*
Communications/Social Media Director Taylor Forshee
Leadership Director Pam Berkovitz
Partnership & Sponsorship Director Ian Weide*
District Director Northwest Jill Gorres
District Director North Central Bobbie Moore
District Director Northeast Margaret Baltus
District Director Southwest Anita Herrick*
District Director Southeast Brittany Hanson
*-First year in Council role
I want to offer my heartfelt congratulations to each of our new and returning Core State Council Directors! Your commitment to WI SHRM will fuel our success, and I have no doubt that with your talents and our teamwork, 2026 will be a year of impact, personal growth, and shared victories. Here's to supporting one another every step of the way lets go!
Jeff Palkowski, MHRM, SHRM-SCP, PHR, PMQ
State Director 2025/2026
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