Rocky Mountain People & Strategy Newsletter: June 2026

President's Report

As we end our program year this month, we are grateful to so many of you who joined us to learn, share, and connect at various events this past year. We are continuously amazed by the talent of the senior HR community and your spirited generosity with each other. Thank you!

New Officers and Board Members

Please give a warm welcome to incoming Co-Presidents Anne Mounts and Keri Reisbeck, and continuing Treasurer Noel McMullen. All three are long-time board members and bring deep knowledge, passion, and commitment to growing our network of professional People leaders. You will hear more from them when our new year starts in the fall.

We are also pleased to welcome four new board members: Camille Romero, Edie Mitchell, Ashleigh Rothhammer, and Julie Romanovsky. Together with our officers, the board is planning a fantastic year ahead.

Thank you, also, to our outgoing board members, who have collectively served more than 30 years. We appreciate your leadership and volunteer spirit: Jahnavi Brenner, Cathy Hawley, Pattie Money, Robin Kane, and Hannah Cortez.

Pillar Award Winners

We were honored to recognize four outstanding People leaders and their organizations at our 4th Annual Pillar Awards Luncheon on June 18. They presented their innovative programs and engaged in a lively Q&A with the audience. We hope those who attended left with new ideas and inspiration for their own People practices.

As our term as co-presidents comes to an end and we step off the board at the end of the summer, we want to extend a heartfelt thanks to all our members and guests who have inspired us over the past two years to continually improve and innovate. We were thrilled to bring thought leaders to our events and engage in meaningful discussion with you about how to evolve with the changing times. We look forward to what the future will bring.

It has been a true honor to serve as Co-Presidents, alongside our talented and committed board and our outstanding coordinator: Andy, Anne, Ashley, Cathy, Hannah, Jahnavi, Ken, Keri, Laurel, Laura, Mullai, Noel, Tina, and Cara.

A reminder that we are always interested in your input. Please share suggestions about programs that interest you and that you think others would benefit from. What topics are relevant to you right now? Who are the speakers you find most compelling? Our goal is to continue bringing you timely, high-impact programs in the world of People leadership — your ideas help make that possible.

Enjoy the summer break!

Pattie and Robin

Co-Presidents

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Upcoming Events

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Sponsor Profile

Founded with a mission to revolutionize workplace wellness, EGYM Wellpass is the premier employee wellness benefit dedicated to boosting workforce retention, productivity, and overall organizational vitality.

Rather than viewing health benefits as a transactional tool, Wellpass is leading a critical shift in the corporate landscape: moving away from reactive "repair" models and toward proactive prevention. By making holistic health and well-being genuinely accessible across industries, we help organizations build stronger, happier, and more resilient teams.

EGYM Wellpass brings immense value to the community of senior HR leaders:

• Preventative Health Frameworks: We help our members re-imagine employee benefits by focusing on long-term wellness habits that protect employees before burnout or health issues arise.
• Strategic Thought Leadership: We bring fresh perspectives on modern workplace challenges, offering actionable strategies to drastically reduce absenteeism and costly turnover.
• Culture-Building Expertise: Our team offers deep knowledge on fostering a connected, engaged workplace culture where employees feel valued and supported.

Why EGYM Wellpass USA is Partnering with Rocky Mountain People Strategy:

True organizational success begins with the health of its people. We are proud to support this exclusive cohort of senior People leaders because we believe in the power of collaborative learning to solve today’s toughest workforce challenges. The landscape of work is shifting, and HR professionals need the data, networks, and innovative strategies required to lead effectively. By investing in this community, we hope to empower leaders to champion preventative wellness strategies that protect employee health and drive measurable business outcomes.

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RMPS Now Offers HRCI Recertification Credits

Many RMPS educational programs have long been eligible for recertification credit through self-reporting. As an approved provider of HR Certification Institute (HRCI) credits, RMPS can now offer pre-approved recertification credits for eligible events, making it easier for certified HR professionals to earn and document the credits needed to maintain their credentials.

This designation recognizes the quality and relevance of RMPS programming and increases visibility for our events through HRCI's professional development network.

Whether you are already certified or considering certification in the future, RMPS events offer an even greater opportunity to invest in your professional growth while connecting with Colorado's HR community.

Our fall programming will be the first eligible events to offer HRCI recertification credits.

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