Hi everyone! 👋 I'm so excited to be here as one of the co-leads of this group!

A little about me: I'm a Senior Manager of Total Rewards with experience across compensation, benefits, and HR strategy. Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to support organizations through growth, lead complex HR initiatives, and partner with leaders to create better employee experiences. What I love most about HR, though, is building relationships and helping people solve meaningful challenges.

I'm passionate about connecting HR professionals in the Raleigh area and creating a space where we can share ideas, learn from each other, and grow together—whether you're just starting your HR career or have been in the field for years.

This community is just getting started, and I can't wait to see it come to life with all of you! Stay tuned for some exciting things ahead, and in the meantime, introduce yourself below. I'd love to know who you are, what area of HR you're in, and what you're hoping to get out of this community. 🙌

Welcome to the new members who have recently joined our Raleigh Chapter! We're so glad to have you here.

When you have a moment, please introduce yourself to the group. We'd love to learn more about you, your background, and what brought you to our community. Feel free to invite other HR professionals in the Raleigh/RTP area as well - everyone is welcome, regardless of title, industry, or years of experience. We all bring unique perspectives, and I believe we can learn a great deal from one another while building a strong local support network.

As we begin planning our first meetup, I'd love to hear your thoughts and ideas on format. One concept I've seen that I really liked was using conversation cards with thought-provoking questions to help spark meaningful discussions and make networking feel more natural. If you've attended events that worked particularly well, please share your suggestions!

Thank you, and welcome aboard! 🤗

Hi, my name is Elina Zamfir, and I am a Chapter Leader for the Raleigh location.

I am excited about the opportunity to bring HR professionals together for collaboration, networking, learning, and the exchange of ideas. Just as importantly, I hope to help build the support network that we all need throughout our careers. Having a trusted circle of peers you can reach out to, learn from, and have meaningful conversations with is invaluable in a world that is constantly evolving. Staying informed, sharing experiences, and collaborating with others in our profession helps us grow both personally and professionally.

A little about me: I bring over a decade of HR experience, primarily in startup and high-growth environments. These experiences taught me that progress often matters more than perfection, that adaptability is a superpower, and that balancing the human side of business with organizational goals is a skill that can only be developed through real-world experience. I thrive in fast-paced environments where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to learn.

Currently, I am particularly interested in the impact of AI on business and HR. As technology continues to transform the workplace, I look forward to exchanging ideas, experiences, and best practices with fellow HR professionals who are exploring this space as well.

Let's connect:
www.linkedin.com/in/elina-strizhak/

I look forward to meeting HR professionals across the Raleigh-Durham and RTP area, building meaningful relationships, expanding our networks, and having engaging conversations that help us all grow together.