Bradley honored with SHRM award
The Minnesota Society for Human Resource Management recently announced that Ashlie Bradley, MBA, BS, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, of Alexandria has been awarded the inaugural 2024 Professional Achievement Award.
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Selected as the winner among 17 finalists, this prestigious award recognizes one individual for their exceptional professional competence, dedication to the human resources profession, and active involvement in a local SHRM Chapter.
Bradley currently serves as a director of Human Resource Business Partnership at CentraCare. She and her team support the regional markets across central Minnesota and the Acute Care Division at St. Cloud Hospital, where her strategic partnership with operational leadership have enhanced employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Bradley is known for her thoughtful and strategic leadership, ensuring her team feels supported and valued. Her compassionate approach to leadership has set her apart as a mentor and advocate for making workplaces better for everyone.
With over 20 years of experience in human resources, Bradley has made meaningful contributions to CentraCare and the broader HR community. She has a long history of volunteer leadership within the West Central Minnesota SHRM Chapter, having served in various roles including chapter president, president elect, treasurer, membership director, and most recently as the past president and chapter advisor.
Her leadership skills, volunteer support and commitment to human development have significantly contributed to the growth of HR professionals both in Alexandria and the surrounding communities.
Wass is managing partner of Pemberton Law
Pemberton Law has announced the promotion and appointment of Katrina Wass to the position of managing partner.
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Pemberton Law is a full-service law firm, with 20 attorneys, and has been in existence for over 130 years. It has four offices, located in Fergus Falls, Alexandria, Detroit Lakes and Wadena.
Pemberton attorneys are involved in the legal profession on the local, state and national level, and have represented clients in nearly every state and jurisdiction across the United States.
Wass grew up near Underwood and joined Pemberton in 2003 after attending law school at the University of Missouri. Wass has been a partner at Pemberton Law since 2007, and has established herself as a prominent attorney in Minnesota, having been named to the Super Lawyers “Rising Star” list seven times since 2007. Wass is a well-respected attorney both in the legal community and among her peers at Pemberton.
Pemberton Law has a long history of strong leadership and is excited to have chosen Wass to lead the organization forward. Wass knows and represents the strong culture and legacy of Pemberton Law that has led to more than a century of leadership and service in the community. Additionally, Wass is uniquely qualified to bring new approaches to the future of Pemberton Law, with an eye towards innovation and strategic growth. With this promotion Pemberton reaffirms its commitment to being an employer of choice and the leading law firm in the region.
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