HR & Business Leaders Council of Florida

Leading in the Unscripted Moments – Improv Tools for Enhancing Performance
2026-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | TIP Community & Event Center, 451 SW Ravenswood Ln, Port St Lucie, FL, 34983, United States
Leadership rarely comes with a script—especially during moments of change, conflict, and emotionally charged conversations. The most impactful leaders know how to think on their feet, communicate with clarity, and respond with confidence in real time. Jill Pavlov will introduce improv-based communication tools designed to strengthen executive presence, adaptability, and psychological safety. Through humor and practical application, participants will build the skills needed to lead effectively in the moments that matter most.
This is an engaging, energizing experience that equips HR and business leaders with tools they can immediately apply in their organizations.
Key Takeaways:Participants will learn how to:
1. Navigate Ambiguity with ConfidenceUse improv principles to strengthen adaptability and make sound decisions in real time—especially during uncertainty and organizational change.
2. Elevate Real-Time Communication SkillsPractice communication techniques that enhance executive presence and leadership effectiveness in unscripted conversations.
3. Build Trust and Psychological SafetyRespond authentically in high-stakes moments while fostering collaboration, open dialogue, and deeper team engagement.
Why This Program Matters for HR & Business LeadersIn today’s workplace—where change is constant and leadership visibility is high—technical expertise alone is not enough. The ability to respond skillfully in unscripted moments is a defining leadership competency.
This session will leave you energized, equipped, and ready to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and authenticity.

Holiday Hygiene Drive
2026-05-01 08:00 - 2026-05-31 17:00 | FL
In collaboration with the
Council on Aging of St. Lucie
Make a Difference in Minutes
Don’t have time to shop or drop off donations? You can still support local seniors this holiday season.
Use our Amazon wish list to purchase essential hygiene items, and they’ll be shipped directly to the Council on Aging of St. Lucie ; ready to be delivered to seniors in need.
Every item you send helps remind a senior they are seen, valued, and remembered.

Best Places to Work Kickoff & Coaching & NLP Mental Strategies for HR Professionals
2026-06-11 18:00 - 20:00 | TIP Community & Event Center, 451 SW Ravenswood Ln, Port St Lucie, FL, 34983, United States
This session explores how coaching methodologies and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) techniques can support HR professionals in strengthening mental clarity, emotional regulation, and effective decision-making in high-pressure workplace environments. Focused on practical application, the session will introduce mental frameworks and communication strategies that help HR leaders navigate complex employee relations situations, maintain resilience, and lead with greater self-awareness. The session is designed to be reflective, practical, and highly relevant for today’s HR professionals.

Key Takeaways:
Participants will learn how to:

Identify key NLP and coaching techniques that support emotional regulation and self-management in HR leadership roles.
Apply mental reframing strategies to navigate challenging workplace conversations and high-pressure decision-making.
Develop practical approaches to increase resilience and clarity when managing complex employee relations situations.
Strengthen communication and coaching skills to foster more effective workplace interactions and leadership influence.

Social Impact Initiative: Serving Hope with GraceWay Village
2026-07-16 16:15 - 18:30 | GraceWay Village, 1780 Hartman Rd, Fort Pierce, FL, 34947, United States
We have a meaningful opportunity this month to come together in service and support GraceWay Village in Fort Pierce.
On Thursday, July 16, from 4:15–6:15 PM, HRBLC will be volunteering onsite to help support GraceWay’s café meal service. GraceWay has an immediate need that evening, as the church group that typically serves meals is unavailable, so our chapter has the chance to step in and help fill an important gap.
They are looking for 12–15 volunteers to assist with serving approximately 500 meals during a fast-paced, hands-on service window. Volunteers may help with packing meals, serving on the food line, and supporting the team throughout the evening.
Please see the flyer for more details.
We are just a few days away, so we are asking members to please let us know if you are able to attend and help out by Monday, July 13. This will allow us to confirm our volunteer count with GraceWay and ensure they have the support they need.
If you are interested in signing up or have any questions, please contact Spring Watson at 772-321-3808 or Sarah Dwyer at 732-859-2370.
Additional ways to give: Participants are also welcome to bring donations to support GraceWay’s pantry and children’s closet. Suggested items include non-perishable food, new socks and/or underwear for ages 0–18, and gently used or new children’s clothing.
Thank you for helping HRBLC show up in service to our community. We hope to see you there!

Maximizing Employee Commitment, Engagement & Performance
2026-08-13 18:00 - 20:00 | TIP Community & Event Center, 451 SW Ravenswood Ln, Port St Lucie, FL, 34983, United States
What separates organizations that merely retain employees from those that inspire people to bring their best every day?
Join Dr. Tim Nolan, President of Highly Effective Organizations, acclaimed author of 14 books, and trusted advisor to hundreds of organizations nationwide, for an engaging and practical session focused on one of today’s greatest workplace challenges: creating a workforce that is committed, engaged, and performing at its highest potential.
Drawing from decades of experience working with tens of thousands of leaders and employees, Dr. Nolan will share proven strategies that help organizations strengthen workplace culture, increase employee commitment, and drive sustainable performance results.
This interactive presentation will challenge conventional thinking about employee engagement and provide actionable tools leaders can immediately apply within their organizations.
During this session, attendees will learn:

The critical difference between employee engagement and employee commitment—and why it matters
Key factors contributing to declining employee commitment in today’s workforce
Three high-impact opportunities leaders can leverage to significantly improve commitment, engagement, retention, and performance

Whether you lead a small team or an entire organization, you’ll leave with practical insights and strategies to create a workplace where employees feel valued, connected, and motivated to succeed.
Ideal for: HR professionals, business owners, executives, managers, supervisors, and organizational leaders committed to building high-performing teams and thriving workplace cultures.

Awards Celebration – Best Places to Work 25th Anniversary
2026-09-25 10:30 - 13:00 | Voco Sandpiper Bay All-Inclusive Resort, 4500 SE Pine Valley St, Port St. Lucie, Florida, 34952
Join us for the Treasure Coast’s 25th Anniversary Best Places to Work Awards Celebration—a premier event recognizing the organizations that are setting the standard for workplace excellence in our community. This signature experience brings together HR professionals, executives, and business leaders for an afternoon of recognition, connection, and inspiration at the beautiful Voco Sandpiper Bay All-Inclusive Resort. Together, we celebrate the companies that are not only succeeding in business, but leading with culture, innovation, and a commitment to their people.

Out Run Hunger 5k
2026-09-26 07:00 - 10:00 | Causeway Cove Marina, 601 Seaway Dr, Fort Pierce, FL, 34949, United States
The HR & Business Leaders Council of Florida believes that strong communities are built when business leaders come together to make a meaningful difference beyond the workplace. That’s why we are proud to support the Treasure Coast Food Bank through our Social Impact Initiative and participate in the Out Run Hunger 5K. Every step we take represents our commitment to helping neighbors across the Treasure Coast who are facing food insecurity and ensuring that local families have access to the meals and resources they need.
We invite our members, partners, friends, and community leaders to join Team HRBLC as we run, walk, and rally together for an incredible cause. This is more than a race—it’s an opportunity to create lasting change, strengthen our community connections, and demonstrate the power of leadership in action. Whether you participate, volunteer, or donate, your support helps provide hope to families in need while showcasing what can happen when passionate people unite around a shared mission. Together, we can make an impact that extends far beyond the finish line.

Leading Teams Through Transition
2026-10-08 18:00 - 20:00 | TIP Community & Event Center, 451 SW Ravenswood Ln, Port St Lucie, FL, 34983, United States
Change is inevitable. How we lead people through it is what makes the difference.
Restructuring. Rapid growth. New leadership. Shifting priorities. Workplace transformation. Every organization experiences change—but while organizations can plan for change, people have to navigate the transition that comes with it. And that is where leadership is truly tested.
Join the HR & Business Leaders Council of Florida this October for a timely and engaging session with Susan Bigler, as she presents Leading Teams Through Transition: Helping People Navigate Change with Confidence, Clarity & Connection.
During this practical and thought-provoking session, Susan will explore what employees really experience during periods of uncertainty—and what HR and business leaders can do to help their teams move forward. Attendees will learn how to recognize fear, resistance, disengagement and stress; communicate with greater clarity and transparency; strengthen trust; and create the connection employees need to remain engaged and resilient during times of change.
Through real-world insights, practical strategies and actionable leadership tools, Susan will challenge attendees to think beyond simply managing change and focus on what matters most: leading the people experiencing it.
What You’ll Walk Away With
Attendees will learn how to:

Recognize the difference between organizational change and human transition and understand how each impacts employee engagement and team performance.
Identify common responses to uncertainty and change, including fear, resistance, disengagement and stress.
Apply practical communication strategies that build trust, reduce uncertainty and create greater clarity during periods of transition.
Strengthen leadership presence through consistency, empathy and transparency when employees need it most.

Whether your organization is growing, restructuring, introducing new initiatives, navigating leadership changes or simply adapting to an evolving workplace, this session will provide practical tools you can put into action immediately.
Because successful transitions aren’t just about managing change—they’re about leading people through it.
