Dear ASHHRA Colleagues,

The fall season has arrived, and the months are flying by. When the Labor Day holiday comes, it signals the start of the holiday season. The ASHHRA Board hosted their inaugural meeting under MCI USA last month. It was wonderful to see everyone virtually, but I hope to meet everyone in person soon. The delta variant has thrown a curve ball at us from a planning perspective, but we look forward to showing you what we have in store for 2022.

I continue to advise everyone to look after themselves and to keep an eye on their fellow ASHHRA members as well. Stress levels are at an all-time high, and a lot of the pressure is being directed at us. I admire your fortitude and your ability to find answers in the face of adversity. We serve as a resource for you and your staff,  as well as your own family.

We appreciate your continued support for ASHHRA and allowing us to continue supporting you.

Wishing you all a continued good health,

Carl McDonald, MSHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP
ASHHRA President, 2021

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