Australian HR Institute (AHRI)
Lauren Waddell is an experienced human resources professional currently serving as the Network Forum Convenor for the Australian HR Institute, where efforts focus on enhancing networking and education within the HR community in Melbourne. As an Associate and HR Lead at Fender Katsalidis since January 2021, Lauren leads the People and Talent team and contributes to the firm's holistic people strategy while sitting on the board's Remuneration Committee. Previously, Lauren held multiple roles in human resources at K2LD Architecture & Interiors and The Buchan Group, gaining expertise in HR management within architectural practices. Lauren has a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management from the Australian Institute of Business, along with certifications in Human Resources from the Australian HR Institute and a Bachelor's degree from Deakin University.
Australian HR Institute (AHRI)
The Australian HR Institute (AHRI) is the national association representing human resource and people management professionals. We have around 20,000 members from Australia and across the globe. Whether you want to develop your career, get HR support, stay in touch with the latest industry developments, or help to grow the HR and management skills of your team, AHRI membership is for you. AHRI provides education and training services in HR, people management and business skills; produces world-class conferences; and holds seminars and networking opportunities all over Australia – including our biggest annual event – the AHRI National Convention. AHRI also sets standards through accreditation of HR qualifications at universities across Australia, conducts research into people management practices, and assists governments in the development of policy and legislation that affects people at work. AHRI is owned by its members and governed by a Board of Directors with a Council of State Presidents that comprises an elected president representing each state and territory of Australia. AHRI acknowledges the HR experience of its members with a member certification program and commends excellence in HR practice across Australia through a number of awards programs. AHRI hosts a thriving group on LinkedIn, which you can find here: http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=79353