HRPA Growth Circles are carefully curated peer groups of 10 individuals who possess different lived experiences and intersecting identities yet face similar challenges within their career. Led by an experienced facilitator, this exceptional group of leaders meet monthly to focus on personal growth, create deep connections, and strategize impactful career development.

Through a 12-month program, HRPA Growth Circles provides a safe space for HR leaders to share challenges and ideas, develop meaningful relationships and navigate their career path to achieve their goals and aspirations.

Launching on May 22, 2024, we are actively seeking 10 director-level HR professionals to join this limited opportunity at an introductory rate. HR Directors can often feel like they’re on an island, navigating personal and professional challenges alone – HRPA Growth Circles are here to help!

1. HRPA will curate a group of 10 high-potential HR leaders who have demonstrated a desire to connect, advance their career and who are committed to the process.
2. Our expert facilitator will deliver a crucial 3 ½ hour Best Practices Launch Workshop for the group.
3. Participants will engage in 9 monthly, facilitated 2-hour meetings throughout the year. They will gain access to an exclusive online community, leveraging shared experiences and expertise. 
4. Upon program completion, participants will be equipped with a year-long personal and professional growth plan and the resources necessary to achieve their goals.  

• Receive one-of-a-kind peer mentoring in a confidential, intimate and non-judgmental environment. 
• Hone your skills and knowledge to elevate your career in HR to the next level. 

• Cultivate a peer network of other HR leaders at top companies. 
• For 2024, gain complimentary access to our first HRPA Summit (up to $599 value).  

• Rate: $2,200 (member), $2,400 (non-member) 
• Target audience: HR Directors in organizations of 500+ employees 
• Program Launch date: May 22, 2024 
• Program duration: 12 months (May 2024 – May 2025) with nine (9) 2-hour meetings scheduled 

The HRPA Growth Circles is a unique and exclusive convening program for high–potential HR Directors designed to enhance personal and professional growth. Unlike traditional professional development opportunities, Growth Circles provide a rich, intimate and innovative approach using a proven methodology and an expert facilitator. Participants will gain access to other high-potential peers who share and discuss challenges and solutions to enhance their performance and elevate their careers.  

Yes. HRPA intends to run between 2-4 Growth Circles per year, each targeted to a different subset of our HRPA  audience. If you do not meet the criteria for our inaugural Growth Circle on May 22, please complete this form to share your interest and we’ll be sure to get in touch when a Growth Circle that matches your expertise becomes available. 

An investment in your personal growth is an investment in your professional development too. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be the best HR leader you can be.  

Join the HRPA Growth Circles Program. Apply today. 

This exciting new program is designed to complement the HRPA’s CPD learning objectives, creating opportunities for growth and facilitating career development. The Growth Circles program is fluid and will evolve based on the participants themselves; we anticipate that many elements of the 21.5 hour program will be able to be logged as CPD activities within development category A. More information will be provided to participants as the program progresses.

If you have any questions about how to log your activities in the program, please reach out to registrar@hrpa.ca, who will be pleased to assist you and provide additional guidance.

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