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Society for Human Resource Management
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the world’s largest professional association dedicated to the practice of human resource management. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, SHRM offers membership services, conducts research, and engages in public policy advocacy. A nonpartisan organization, SHRM advocates at the federal, state, and local level, aiming to influence legislation and regulations related to workforce development, immigration, healthcare, and other issues. The organization has nearly 340,000 members in 180 countries, impacting more than 362 million workers and families globally.
Founded in 1948 as the American Society for Personnel Administration (ASPA), the organization operated on a volunteer basis until 1964, when it established headquarters in Berea, Ohio, and began hiring staff members. In 1984, the headquarters was moved to Alexandria, Virginia, and in 1989, the organization changed its name to the Society for Human Resource Management.
SHRM has more than 575 chapters worldwide, and more than 400 employees. As of 2025, the organization has nearly 340,000 members in 180 countries.
In 2022, SHRM announced the acquisition of Linkage Inc., a U.S.-based leadership development firm. That same year, SHRM acquired CEO Academy, a learning and networking experience for CEOs that focuses on C-suite issues.
In July 2024, SHRM announced a greater focus on diversity and inclusion than equity itself. In 2025, the organization urged companies to “evaluate and elevate” their DEI initiatives, balancing diversity and inclusion with federal compliance.
In June 2025, SHRM called for companies to address the human impact related to artificial intelligence through communication, training, and other resources. The organization also advocates for AI-focused reskilling.
The president and chief executive officer is Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. A longtime lawyer and human resources executive, he joined SHRM in 2017, and is credited with turning the organization around financially. Taylor regularly speaks to public officials, business leaders, and HR managers at conferences around the world, including SHRM conferences.
Betty Thompson, former Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at Booz Allen Hamilton, is chair of SHRM’s board of directors.
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Society for Human Resource Management
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the world’s largest professional association dedicated to the practice of human resource management. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, SHRM offers membership services, conducts research, and engages in public policy advocacy. A nonpartisan organization, SHRM advocates at the federal, state, and local level, aiming to influence legislation and regulations related to workforce development, immigration, healthcare, and other issues. The organization has nearly 340,000 members in 180 countries, impacting more than 362 million workers and families globally.
Founded in 1948 as the American Society for Personnel Administration (ASPA), the organization operated on a volunteer basis until 1964, when it established headquarters in Berea, Ohio, and began hiring staff members. In 1984, the headquarters was moved to Alexandria, Virginia, and in 1989, the organization changed its name to the Society for Human Resource Management.
SHRM has more than 575 chapters worldwide, and more than 400 employees. As of 2025, the organization has nearly 340,000 members in 180 countries.
In 2022, SHRM announced the acquisition of Linkage Inc., a U.S.-based leadership development firm. That same year, SHRM acquired CEO Academy, a learning and networking experience for CEOs that focuses on C-suite issues.
In July 2024, SHRM announced a greater focus on diversity and inclusion than equity itself. In 2025, the organization urged companies to “evaluate and elevate” their DEI initiatives, balancing diversity and inclusion with federal compliance.
In June 2025, SHRM called for companies to address the human impact related to artificial intelligence through communication, training, and other resources. The organization also advocates for AI-focused reskilling.
The president and chief executive officer is Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. A longtime lawyer and human resources executive, he joined SHRM in 2017, and is credited with turning the organization around financially. Taylor regularly speaks to public officials, business leaders, and HR managers at conferences around the world, including SHRM conferences.
Betty Thompson, former Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at Booz Allen Hamilton, is chair of SHRM’s board of directors.
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