Emily Edenshaw - Values-Driven HRM

Emily Edenshaw, PhD
Values-Driven HRM

Leading with values isn’t just a leadership philosophy, it’s a strategic imperative for HR professionals committed to fostering meaningful, inclusive, and purpose-driven workplaces. In today’s evolving landscape, anchoring human resource practices in cultural integrity and community-centered values can drive deeper employee engagement, trust, and long-term success. This can help in understanding how values-driven leadership influences HR decision-making and organizational culture.

Join us for an inspiring in-person session with Emily Edenshaw, President & CEO of the Alaska Native Heritage Center. With over 15 years of leadership in the nonprofit and tribal sectors, Emily brings a powerful voice and unique perspective on how values-driven leadership can transform organizational culture. Through her story and strategies, you’ll explore how Indigenous knowledge systems, wisdom, and cultural stewardship can inform HRM practices that are both inclusive and effective. You will also gain insight into how Indigenous frameworks and cultural perspectives can strengthen HR practices and deepen employee engagement.

Drawing on real-world experiences, and the BEAM framework of Merit, Access, Calibration, and Inclusion, Emily will explore how HR leaders can operationalize values and equity in a practical, measurable way.

Whether you’re guiding a small team or leading at the executive level, this session will equip you with the insights to create a values-based HR strategy that inspires and empowers.

Date: July 24, 2025

Location: BP Energy Center (BPEC), 1014 Energy Ct Anchorage, AK  99508 United States

Networking begins at 11:30 AM – Share announcements, opportunities, and insights with fellow professionals.

Program begins at 11:45 AM – ASHRM updates and information.

Speaker presentation at 12:00 PM – Guest Speaker will deliver a one-hour session, followed by closing remarks from the ASHRM President.

Objectives:

1. Name three ways values-driven leadership influences HR decision-making and organizational culture.

2. Identify at least 2 strategies to embed cultural integrity, access, and equity into core HR functions through continuous calibration and community engagement.

3. Select two strategies for embedding mission, identity, and community into the employee experience based on cultural and organizational values.

4. Describe the BEAM framework in practice with recollection of elders’ stories to apply a skills-first, bias-conscious approach to hiring, retention, and inclusion.

Bio for Emily Edenshaw

"With over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, I am passionate about promoting and preserving the rich cultural heritage of Alaska Native people. As the President and CEO of the Alaska Native Heritage Center (ANHC), I lead a team of dedicated professionals who work to educate, engage, and empower our diverse community through cultural programs, events, and exhibits. I also oversee the strategic planning, fundraising, and operations of the organization, ensuring its financial sustainability and alignment with its mission and values. Prior to joining ANHC, I was the Director of Business & Economic Develpment at the Central Council Tlingit Haida, where I developed and implemented initiatives to support the economic growth and well-being of our tribal citizens. I am a current PhD student through the Indigenous Studies at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. I also hold an Executive MBA from Alaska Pacific University, and a BA in Communication from the University of Alaska Anchorage. I have multiple skills in marketing communications, social networking, and strategic communications, which I use to enhance the visibility and impact of ANHC and its partners. I am proud to be an indigenous leader and scholar who brings a unique perspective and expertise to the nonprofit sector."

Continuing education credit : 1 PDC

ASHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® & SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.