Kick off the new year with energy, community, and a well-deserved toast!

Join SHRM Howard County for Start Strong 2026, a lively Happy Hour designed exclusively for HR professionals ready to connect, recharge, and set the tone for an impactful year ahead. Whether you're celebrating last year’s wins, gearing up for fresh initiatives, or simply looking to meet fellow HR pros who get it, this is the perfect place to mix, mingle, laugh, and launch into 2026 with momentum. Expect great conversation, light bites, and a relaxed vibe—because the best way to spark a strong year is together. Cheers to kicking off 2026 the HR way!

Your ticket includes appetizers and one drink ticket. Register today and bring a friend!

*We will be raffling off a $50 gift card to Victoria Gastro Pub / Manor Hill Tavern and a $50 gift card for a catering order from Victoria Catering!*

thank you to Victoria Restaurant Group for sponsoring this event!

The Marriner Family opened Victoria Gastro Pub in November 2007.  Manor Hill Tavern in Old Ellicott City would become their second restaurant in February 2017. The Victoria Restaurant Group brand is about exceeding guest expectations. Victoria Gastro Pub is a Restaurant and catering in Columbia, MD offers three unique event spaces, perfect for holiday parties, team-building lunches, and lively happy hours. Victoria Catering is your go-to for gourmet to-go! From intimate gatherings to corporate events or even a day out at Manor Hill Farm, our boutique catering service provides an elevated selection of event platters, boxed lunches, sandwiches, salads, and more. With convenient, high-quality options tailored to your needs, they make it simple to impress your guests and create memorable experiences.