Our branch in North Yorkshire
Learn, collaborate and network with CIPD members and people professionals in North Yorkshire
Learn, collaborate and network with CIPD members and people professionals in North Yorkshire
A big hello from North Yorkshire. I'm Mark Johnston, and I’m truly honoured and excited to be elected as your Branch Chair. It’s a privilege to lead such a passionate and dedicated team of volunteers, all working together to put you, our members, at the heart of everything we do.
Our branch covers some incredible parts of the region: Harrogate, York, Skipton, Scarborough, and beyond. Wherever you are based, we are here to support and inspire you throughout your CIPD journey. Our vision is simple: to place our members front and centre. From specialist interest groups to collaborative events with neighbouring branches across Yorkshire and the Humber, we are here to grow together as experts in the people profession. Everything we do is rooted in the core values of CIPD—championing better work and working lives, and creating a strong, inclusive culture across our North Yorkshire branch.
We are here to connect. Whether you are just beginning your journey in the people profession or you are a seasoned expert, we want to hear from you. We are also proud to be growing strong partnerships with local businesses, universities, and colleges across the region. We can't wait to meet and collaborate with more of you as we continue to evolve, grow, and thrive as a community.
Here is to an exciting future together.
Mark Johnston, Chartered MCIPD
Branch Chair
Our events are designed to inspire and inform. We run a mix of themed seminars, employment law updates, and special interest group meetings throughout the year. CIPD members enjoy complimentary entry to all of our events, and you can find all upcoming dates on our Eventbrite page.
The North Yorkshire branch has around 2,000 members and is run by a very dedicated and enthusiastic group of volunteers who work together on the branch committee.
We run regular employment law updates, themed seminars, and evening events on a variety of topics from September to July across North Yorkshire. Places at our events free to our CIPD members.
The North Yorkshire branch team look forward to meeting you at one of our events, whether online or face-to-face – event details and joining information are listed on Eventbrite, and publicised through our branch newsletter, which is emailed out to all participating members. If you would like to receive our North Yorkshire branch Newsletter, please sign up below. Please ensure we have your correct email details in order for you to receive these updates. You can update your contact details and mailing preferences here on the CIPD website in 'My Profile'.
Throughout the year, we seek out volunteers to join the committee, either taking on an active committee role or volunteering to be a friend of the committee and working on specific events or schemes. Volunteer opportunities may exist immediately, or we may contact you when a role or task becomes available that matches your skills and experience. Joining the branch committee will help us take the branch forward, raise your profile and expand your network whilst providing a diverse range of events for our membership.You can read more about branch volunteering below.
Our committee is dedicated and committed to making the branch a success and very much member-driven. To find out more about volunteering please email the branch.
With workshops, round tables, panel discussions and expert speakers, our thought-provoking events cover everything our community needs. Network, learn and stay up to date.
Keen to get involved, give back or raise your profile? Whatever your skills and interests, learn more about branch volunteering.
Just starting out on your career? Want to meet experienced people professionals and keep up to date with all the topics you cover in your studies? We’re here for you as you study for your CIPD qualification.
The CIPD member to member mentoring programme connects People Professionals to help you develop your skills, learn from one another and progress within your career.
Whether you are looking for a mentor, want to share your expertise as a mentor or perhaps both, it has never been easier with our online platform.
Want to get involved? Got an idea for an event? We want to hear from you!
Email usOur special interest groups are all about bringing together people professionals who share the same passion to connect, swap ideas, and learn from each other. This autumn (2025), we’re excited to launch two brand-new groups. Get in touch to find out more, and let us know your ideas for other special interest groups.