Anthem ASK Toy Drive and 5k & Fun Walk!
Conference Toy Drive: Show your support for ASK by bringing a new (in it's original packaging), unwrapped, smallish toy for the little ones, or a gift card to Starbucks, Chick-fil-a, etc, for teens. Drop off items at the Anthem Booth. View suggested toys/items here. These items will fill a treasure chest for the children to select a gift. Click here to support HR Virginia's fundraising efforts or to join the team.
You can walk in your neighborhood with your family or join us in-person on Sat 5/18 at The Diamond. Join the HR Virginia team to Walk/Run at Anthem's 19th Annual ASK 5k & Fun Walk! ASK helps to make life better for children with cancer and their families. Learn more about ASK - Assistance, Support & Kindness since 1975. Learn more at HR Virginia.
Richmond Restaurant Week 4/22-4/28
Dinner is on your own during the conference. What a great time to check out some of the best restaurants in town! Participating restaurants offer a three course prix-fixe meal for $35.24 with $5.24 donated to Feed More.
Click the here to view participating restaurants. Plan a night out with your conference friends and make a reservation now, space fills up quickly!
Silent Auction and 50/50 Raffle
Scan the QR code or use this link to view & bid on Silent Auction items & purchase 50/50 Raffle tickets to benefit the SHRM Foundation. Bidding closes Wednesday at 11AM. Must be present at the closing session on Wednesday to claim your items if you are the winning bidder or win the 50/50 raffle - or have a reliable friend claim your items!
Walking Challenge - Pacer App
Sun 4/21 - Wed 4/24 11am. In the spirit of the Olympics, enjoy some friendly competition and physical activity during the conference. Join the step challenge to see who accumulates the most steps during the conference. Medals for the Top 10 winners!
Click the guide for helpful instructions.
Hotel Greene - Miniature Golf
508 E. Franklin Street
Mon 4/22 6:30 - 10pm. Join OneDigital for a round of mini-golf. Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres provided at this eclectic hotel. Advance sign-up required, limited to 65 attendees, $10. RSVP when you register or by modifying your existing registration. The Hotel Greene is a couple of blocks from the hotel, gather your friends for a quick walk. Transportation not provided.
Professional Headshot Photos
Tue 4/23 8:45-4:30. We'll have a professional photographer on-site to take your photo. Advance sign-up required and is limited to 82 attendees, until the schedule is full. $10 fee benefits the SHRM Foundation. Sign-up & pay when you register or by modifying your existing registration. You'll receive a confirmation email with a link to select your timeslot. Your photo will be emailed to you!
Fun in the Marketplace
Olympic Challenge Cards! Grab a card at the Conference desk and visit all the Partner booths and have your card stamped. Return completed cards to the HR Virginia booth by Tue 6pm. Completed cards are eligible for 2 prize drawings at Wednesday's closing keynote session! See card for more details.
Vote for the Best Booth! All conference partners are entered to win a bronze-level partnership at our 2025 conference by competing in the “Best Booth” competition. The winning booth will have the highest number of votes for “Best Booth” by the end of the conference on Wednesday, April 24. Vote HERE.
Richmond Tourism Info Booth
Visit the Richmond Info Booth in the Marketplace, staffed by Richmond Tourism. They'll have information about special offers and places of interest in the area.
Free Trolley Transportation - Mon & Tue 6pm - 9:30pm (20-25 min loop between all locations)
- Pickup/Dropoff - Convention Center, 5th street cutout (facing Marriott)
- Carytown: Ten Thousand Villages
- Scotts Addition: Vasen Brewing
Restaurant Discounts: Henley on Grace & Mama J’s are offering 10% off their meals to attendees!
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