AI Isn’t the Strategy. People Are.

AI is everywhere, but tools alone are not the strategy. The real work is in how we use them to strengthen our teams, shape culture, and drive meaningful progress.

Join Krista Ahlgrim and Elisabeth Bertram, two experienced operators in organizational design, people strategy, and change, for a conversation that cuts through the noise. This is not a tech demo or a hype session. It is a candid and grounded dialogue about the choices leaders are making as AI becomes part of how we work.

Together we will explore strategy, power, and responsibility in an AI-enabled world, along with the irreplaceable role of human connection. Expect honest stories, practical insights, and space for real reflection.

We're excited to be hosting our 2025 Meetups in person again: Meet us at 3:30 on September 24th at 10400 NE 4th St, suite 900, Bellevue (don't let the Eastside location scare you!) - We'll bring the food, drinks, and conversation, you bring your questions! We can't wait to share space with you.

HR folks and anyone interested in helping to create healthy workplace cultures through engaging and inclusive practices. People from all company types, sizes, and industries are welcome.

3:30 ~ Arrive, grab a bite to eat, settle in

4:00 - 5:00 ~ Fireside chat, Q&A

5:00 - 5:30 ~ Mingle, chat with your speakers, make new connections

Thank you to our wonderful sponsors who make our Meetups possible: IMA Financial, Carney Badley Spellman, P.S., and Parker Staffing.

Access to and from Lincoln Square South Tower at three (3) points:

• NE 4th Street (south side of project) – signalized intersection, Bellevue Way NE (west side of project)

• 105th Avenue NE (dedicated street on east side of project)
• Underground access all the way to and from NE 4th to NE 10th via underground tunnel connection

From I-405 South

1. Take Exit 13A/NE 4th Street
2. Turn right onto NE 4th Street
3. Continue west on NE 4th Street for 4 blocks
4. Turn right on 105th Ave NE

From I-405 North

1. Take Exit 13A/NE 4th Street
2. Turn left onto NE 4th Street heading west
3. Continue for 4 blocks
4. Turn right on 105th Ave NE

From The Parking Garage

1. Take the elevator to the 2nd Floor
2. Follow the signs to the South Elevators
3. Take the South Elevators to the 9th Floor

From the Building's Main Entrance

1. Follow the signs to the South Elevators
2. Take the South Elevators to the 9th Floor

• Dress code: Truly whatever makes you comfortable.
• We're hesitant to call this a "networking" event since that feels somewhat sterile and corporate - This is a space to show up as you are and engage thoughtfully with your Seattle HR and startup community in an authentic and warm environment. But there is opportunity to meet new folks and expand your circle.

Welcome to all new members! We host the Seattle HR Collective and our goal is to create a new forum for Seattle area People and HR leaders, and anyone interested in creating healthy cultures to take HR performance and leadership to the next level. Together, we are passionate about helping to build and support strategic and effective HR leaders. We are a startup-friendly HR community that provides professional development beyond the basics of HR in the form of training, best practices, guest speakers, and networking.

All company types, sizes, and industries are welcome. If you're planning to join us, be ready to listen, ask questions, share your expertise, and be curious.

Looking for more ways to contribute to and learn from the Seattle HR Startup Community? Join the Seattle Startup HR Slack Channel. Slack is invite-only, so please send a message to c2FyYWggfCByZXZlcmJwZW9wbGUgISBjb20= and tell her if you'd like to join.

If you are a service provider and interested in attending our event, please contact c2FyYWggfCByZXZlcmJwZW9wbGUgISBjb20= before the event to discuss potential sponsorships or partnerships.

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