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I am honored to introduce the newly revitalized Mid-Hudson Human Resources Association

    March 21, 2026

    Dear Members and Colleagues,

    I am honored to introduce the newly revitalized Mid-Hudson Human Resources Association as we embark on an exciting and impactful 2026 calendar year.

    As the newly elected President, I am proud to share that we have assembled a dynamic and dedicated leadership team committed to delivering meaningful programming, professional development opportunities, and valuable networking experiences for our HR community.

    President: Joseph Gonzalez

    Program Chair: Kim Ruperd

    Membership Chair: Corey Mullaly

    Secretary: Maria Smirensky

    Communications Chair: Michael Carlos

    Throughout 2026, we have an engaging lineup of events planned, including educational workshops, compliance updates, leadership forums, and member networking events designed to support and elevate HR professionals across the Mid-Hudson region.

    Our first event will feature a legal update from Jackson Lewis on the topic of immigration and will take place on April 9th from 4-6pm at Mahoney's Irish Pub in Poughkeepsie. We hope to see you there!

    Please be on the lookout for upcoming emails and text notifications with event details, registration information, and special announcements. We look forward to your participation and to building a strong, collaborative HR community together.

    Here’s to an exciting and successful year ahead!

    Regards,
    Joseph Gonzalez
    President
    Mid-Hudson Human Resources Association
    845-453-5565
    jgonzalez06@optonline.net