After a brief pause and a season of remarkable chapter growth, Black In HR is bringing POWER back, and this time, it is coming to you. Local chapter leaders across the country have expressed a clear desire: bring the flagship conference home. So that is exactly what we are doing. POWER26 is going on tour, stopping in Dallas, DMV, Houston, Charlotte, Atlanta, and more cities to be announced. Your city. Your community. Your POWER.

Black In HR has partnered with Mineral to bring powerful new HR tools, expert guidance, and compliance support directly to its members. Launching in May 2026, these benefits will be included with membership, equipping Black HR professionals with the resources needed to lead confidently, navigate complex challenges, and accelerate their path to career growth and six figure success.

Black In HR is expanding its national presence with the launch of its DMV Chapter, creating a powerful local hub for Black HR professionals to connect, grow, and lead. Guided by Chapter President Tawana Bhawgat and a dynamic leadership team, the chapter will deliver impactful programming, meaningful relationships, and career-building opportunities. As part of a broader national movement, this expansion reinforces Black In HR’s commitment to building ecosystems that drive repr

Black In HR is expanding nationwide with the launch of local chapters, starting in Houston and Dallas and continuing into cities like Austin, Nashville, DC, New York City, and Atlanta. These chapters create space for Black HR professionals to connect, grow, and lead locally. Membership offers access to officer and committee roles, members-only events, and exclusive programming designed to support career advancement and community building across the country.

Black In HR made history in Houston with an intimate Secret Dinner celebrating the launch of its first-ever chapter. The evening brought together Black HR leaders for intentional connection, career-focused conversation, and community building. Led by Chapter President Jess Duckett, VP Crystal Murphy, and host Ciera Parks, the Houston Chapter sets the blueprint for local impact as Black In HR continues to expand, with Dallas launching next on February 19, 2026.

Black In HR is proud to partner with ADP to bring powerful new certifications, training tools, and career advancing resources directly to our members. From Certification Bootcamps like Road to Generalist, Road to Business Partner, Payroll Essentials, and HR + AI, this collaboration is designed to help Black HR professionals grow faster, earn more, and lead with confidence. This partnership delivers real skills, real access, and real value for every stage of your HR journey.

The recent 11 million dollar verdict against SHRM sends a powerful message. Employees have the right to speak up, and retaliation will not be tolerated. As an Employee Relations investigator, I remind people every day that reporting concerns is a protected action. When you document what happened and raise issues in good faith, the law is designed to protect you, not punish you. Your voice matters, your experiences matter, and you should never be afraid to report concerns in t

At Black In HR, we believe success isn’t a solo act—it’s a collective performance. Our network is filled with executives, entrepreneurs, educators, and leaders who feed into one another’s growth and create opportunities across industries.

Turn your HR expertise into a thriving business with the Launch Your HR Consulting Firm Mastermind led by Ciera Parks. This 6-month cohort features live coaching, business toolkits, expert sessions, real-time case studies, and a private community to help you build, brand, and scale the business of you.

After years leading ER at Netflix, Nike, Coca-Cola, Instacart, and Google, I created the Black In HR™ Employee Relations & Investigations Certification Bootcamp to give our community a leg up. Through actor-led simulations and deep dives into strategy, you’ll learn to build bulletproof investigations and influence leaders with data and confidence.

What do a cleaner fish and a predator have to do with your consulting career? Everything. In this article, we explore how symbiotic relationships are the secret to building a thriving network, why “The Business of You” matters, and how Black In HR coaching can help you flourish.

In business, success isn’t just about what you know—it’s about who you’re connected to. Some people are more than contacts; they’re walking ecosystems with networks that can transform your career. But access comes with responsibility. Learn how action-driven gratitude keeps you in their orbit.