Erin Hargrove has spent the past two years strengthening the HR and recruiting community across Minnesota through her work at the Bloomington-based Lakeside HR Group. Bringing to bear her nearly 25 years of HR experience, Hargrove is the creator and host of Lakeside Chats, a monthly virtual forum that convenes HR professionals, business owners, and more to share best practices and discuss trends. Attendance consistently exceeds 80, and attendees say it’s a highlight—“proof of Erin’s ability to spark meaningful dialogue,” reports Lakeside CEO Kristin Nordling. “Within Lakeside, Erin brings a highly consultative, relationship-driven approach to business development,” Nordling says. “She ensures every prospective client, regardless of size, feels supported and understood.”