Jillian Piper Shen

Operates as human resources membership association

The private company is based in El Segundo, CA. It focuses on advancing the HR profession through education, networking, and advocacy, with an emphasis on compliance and employment law. PIHRA operates regional professional chapters, student chapters, and specialty groups, providing members with access to HR resources such as a compliance center, advisory hotlines, certification preparation courses, webinars, and career development services. The organization hosts events including chapter meetings, networking mixers, workshops, and conferences, many offering recertification credits. PIHRA encourages member engagement through volunteer opportunities, leadership roles, speaking engagements, and a code of ethics. Additional benefits include a career center, online forums, a weekly newsletter, and partnerships for marketing and sponsorship. The Professionals In Human Resources Association (PIHRA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1944 that serves over 3,500 HR professionals, primarily in Southern California.