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Denver-based consultant honored for modernizing HR practices and empowering mission-driven workplaces nationwide DENVER, CO – October 02, 2025 Conor Hughes, Founder and Principal Consultant of Conor Hughes Consulting (CHC) , has been named HR Innovator of the Year at Mile High SHRM ’s prestigious Elevate HR Awards. This honor recognizes outstanding HR professionals making significant contributions to the field and their communities. Hughes was selected for his trailblazing wo

Interim HR leadership brings senior expertise during transitions—stabilizing operations while advancing strategy. It’s ideal for leadership gaps, M&A, rapid growth, or while hiring a permanent lead. A solid 90-day plan covers assessment, stabilization, and delivery with clear KPIs and governance. Select leaders with change skills and breadth. Case study: CHC supported a youth mental-health nonprofit, updating policies, launching reviews, advising leaders, and restoring moment

You know that feeling when someone asks for an employee’s start date, PTO balance, or signed I‑9… and you’re 7 folders deep in a shared...

If you're a nonprofit or mission-driven organization, chances are your HR needs don’t fit neatly into a box. Some months are steady....

In my work with nonprofits and mission-driven organizations, I’ve noticed a pattern: HR is often the last function to get resourced — and...

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace landscape, mental health is no longer a peripheral issue — it has become a core element of employee...