Chapter Meetings
SHRM Central Iowa August Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
7:45 - 10:00 AM
Glen Oaks Country Club, West Des Moines
Leading Through Uncertainty: The Gap Between Here and There
Change is not the enemy, stagnation is. The ability to navigate uncertainty with confidence determines not only organizational performance but also the health of culture itself.
This session, led by organizational psychologist and speaker Dr. Celina Peerman, explores “the gap”— the space between where we are and where we want to be and how leaders can use it to spark innovation, strengthen trust, and sustain momentum during times of transition.
Participants will learn how to read the signs of shifting energy, engage employees and team members in problem-solving, and create clarity amid ambiguity. Through interactive reflection and practical frameworks, Dr. Celina provides tools to help HR leaders transform hesitation into forward motion encouraging a mindset where uncertainty becomes a source of creativity and growth.





