Meeting/Event Information
February 18, 2026 Breakfast Meeting
February 18, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Hilton St. Louis Frontenac
1335 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63131
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From Compliance to Culture: Making HR Part of the Equation
Presented by:
Rhonda Travers
Travers Training & Consulting
Are you included in strategic conversations—or brought in after decisions are already made? Many HR professionals find themselves stuck in reactive mode, managing compliance issues, policy shifts, and employee concerns as they arise, rather than helping shape the culture and direction of the organization.
In this session you will learn practical tools to connect compliance and risk to business priorities, communicate with greater confidence, and strengthen relationships with executive leaders so HR is not just supporting the strategy, but part of the equation.
Takeaways:
- Learn how to translate compliance and risk into culture-shaping insights that align with organizational priorities
- Build stronger relationships with executive leadership that position HR as a trusted, strategic partner
- Navigate conversations with clarity, composure, and influence that strengthens collaboration and shapes culture
Rhonda Travers fulfills her passion for helping organizations elevate engagement, retention, and collaboration. As Founder & President of Travers Training & Consulting, Rhonda leverages her thirty years of corporate expertise to share proven strategies and tools to ignite teams and drive results. Whether through People Advisory Services, Leadership Development Workshops, or Speaking Engagements, Rhonda’s mission is to transform organizations and empower individuals.
Community involvement is also a core part of Rhonda’s leadership philosophy. She has spent over two decades in volunteer leadership roles and currently serves on the boards of the National Speakers Association – St. Louis Chapter and the American Club Association – Chesterfield.
After earning a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Millikin University, Rhonda completed the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), as well as Master Practitioner and Certified Trainer of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) certifications. Rhonda is also #1 International Best-Selling contributing author of "Tenacity: The Deconstructing G.R.I.T. Collection" and “Lead Lift and Leave a Legacy: Shining a Light on the Remarkable Journeys of Women Leaders and Their Mentors”.
Schedule
8:00 am - Breakfast & Networking
8:30 am - 9:45 am - Keynote Presentation
Fees
SHRM St. Louis Chapter Member - Included in Dues
Non-Chapter Member - $50
Thank You to Our Meeting Sponsors!
Tickets
$0.00 SHRM St. Louis Chapter Member
$50.00 Non-Chapter Member
