A Year in Review - 2026
Includes a Live Web Event on 12/10/2026 at 1:00 PM (EST)
Join us on December 10th at 1 PM ET for a look back at the year that was in public sector human resources.
Our panelists share their insights into the HR trends and developments that shaped 2026 in the public sector, how they and their HR teams overcame the challenges that came their way, and how recent events figure to affect the public sector HR profession in the days ahead.
Moderator: Mark McGraw, Editor-in-Chief of Publications and Research Lead
Speakers:
- Kristen P. Terry, PSHRA-CP, PSHRA Executive Council Member, HR Director, City of Asheboro, NC
- Anni Evans, Director of Human Resources for the Town of Bluffton, SC
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Mark McGraw
Editor in Chief and Research Lead
Public Sector HR Association
Mark McGraw has been a writer and journalist for more than 25 years, with more than two decades’ worth of experience covering HRand the workplace.
Anni Evans, SPHRA
Director of Human Resources
Town of Bluffton
As the Director of Human Resources for the Town of Bluffton, Anni Evans offers 15 years of extensive experience within local government HR. Anni is deeply passionate about the strategic impact of HR technology, cultivating robust leadership development initiatives, and elevating the overall HR brand. Throughout her tenure, she has driven significant advancements, including the successful upgrade of applicant tracking and onboarding software, the creation of a formal internship program, and the implementation of impactful programs such as paid parental leave and a home-buying assistance program. Outside of her professional life, Anni cherishes time with her amazing husband, two fabulous grown step-sons, and her two adopted dogs. She's also a fervent advocate for continuous learning, believing that self-discovery is key to effectively supporting and developing others.
Kristen Terry
PSHRA Executive Council Member, HR Director
City of Asheboro, NC
Kristen Terry is a committed public sector Human Resources professional with 17 years of experience and a passion for serving her community. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and is certified by both PSHRA and SHRM. Kristen is a Past President of the PSHRA North Carolina Chapter, which earned the 2024 PSHRA Award of Excellence under her leadership and an PSHRA Executive Council Member. She is employed with the City of Asheboro, North Carolina, and co-owns Terry Property Management with her husband, Ryan, of 20 years.
Deeply engaged in her community, Kristen serves on several nonprofit boards, including the Asheboro-Randolph Chamber of Commerce, Communities in Schools of Randolph County, and the Executive Committee of the Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League, a multi-state environmental advocacy organization. She is known for her authenticity, strong work ethic, and ability to bring people together to get things done; traits that reflect her dedication to both public service and practical leadership.
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