HR.com

HR.com
Type of site
 Professional network service for HR
Owner Debbie McGrath
Website www.hr.com
Registration free
Launched 1999

HR.com is the largest social networking site dedicated to human resources professionals.[1]

HR.com members have access to articles, case studies, newsletters, polls, discussion forums, blogs, webcasts and other features. Majority of the content on HR.com is community generated. The site is "similar to Facebook, with a business community"[2] and allows HR professionals to share best practices and research techniques.[3]

HR.com is an HRCI approved provider.[4] and offers certification for HRCI ( SPHR/PHR) and for SHRM ( SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP) programs.

Company Background

HR.com Limited is a privately held company based out of Aurora, Canada.[5] HR.com was established in 1999 by Debbie McGrath who previously also set up CEO Group Inc., later sold to the Washington Post.[6] It was originally set up as an online magazine for HR professionals [7] but was subsequently turned into a social network. In 2007 the network underwent a significant upgrade and incorporated features such as blogs, wikis, forums, and other web 2.0 functionality.[8]

In October 2010 HR.com announced the launch of its own accreditation program, Institute for Human Resources (IHR).[9] The programs are focused on providing specialized niche training and allow participants to accumulate both IHR and HRCI credits.

Partnerships

HR.com partners with various industry providers to bundle human resources related services for its members. In some cases the bundles include full use and access to a partner program, while in others the members receive product discounts. Current partnerships include AthenaOnline, HR & Benefits Essentials, OrcaEyes,[10] PayScale,DDI/Opal, and others.

Other Industry Contributions

HR.com has conducted a number of industry surveys with results featured in trade publications such as CNY Business Journal,[11] Training & Development,[12] Canadian Manager,[13] Atlanta Business Chronicle.[14]

Debbie McGrath, the founder, was named one of the top 100 influencers in the HR field,[15] as well as one of top 100 Canadian Women Entrepreneurs by the PROFIT Magazine in 2005.[16]

References

  1. ↑ HR.com Launches New Free Service For Members. www.humanresourcesjournal.com Retrieved 2010-12-02
  2. ↑ Tiernie Plumb (October 29, 2007), 'Human resources work marches toward the Web', Washington Business Journal
  3. ↑ Tiernie Plumb (October 29, 2007), 'Human resources work marches toward the Web', Washington Business Journal
  4. ↑ Approved Providers Listing
  5. ↑ HR.com, Limited businessweek.com, Retrieved 2010-12-02
  6. ↑ (2007, May 12) "Mom's the Boss". National Post. (online copy) - Retrieved 2010-12-02
  7. ↑ Ten Minutes with Debbie McGrath – Industry Expert - Retrieved 2010-12-02
  8. ↑ HR.com Launches Revolutionary New Social Networking Website for HR Professionals - Retrieved 2010-12-02
  9. ↑ HR.com Introduces its Institutes for Human Resources with Certification and Accreditation Programs. Retrieved 2010-12-02
  10. ↑ HR.Com Launches New Free Service For Members, www.humanresourcesjournal.com Retrieved 2010-12-02
  11. ↑ Acton, Ryan. (Apr 20, 2007) Survey: Employers looking more at interpersonal skills, CNY Business Journal (online copy -- Retrieved 2010-12-02)
  12. ↑ Oakes, Kevin. (April 2007) 'Performance Management Lacks CONSISTENCY', Training & Development.
  13. ↑ (Winter 2001) 'Why Many Top Leaders Land in the Rough: Development Programs can help Top Execs Overcome Flaws in their Style', Canadian Manager. (online copy) -- Retrieved 2010-12-02
  14. ↑ Johnston, Lori. (Monday, September 3, 2007). 'Future on the Line'.
  15. ↑ Top 100 v1.38 Debbie McGrath - Retrieved 2010-12-02
  16. ↑ Canada's top women entrepreneurs Retrieved 2010-12-02
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