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# Yasmelin Cruz

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# Recent Posts

# [Empower the Next Generation Through Money Matters!](https://blogs.payroll.org/pay-news-now/empower-the-next-generation-through-money-matters)

https://www.payroll.org/news-resources/news/news-detail/2026/08/06/august-payroll-pop-quiz-test-your-payroll-news-knowledge!

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### **What is Money Matters?**

Money Matters is a volunteer initiative created by PayrollOrg (formerly the American Payroll Association and Global Payroll Management Institute) to equip high school students...

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# [2026 Chapter Contest Winners](https://blogs.payroll.org/pay-news-now/2026-chapter-contest-winners)

https://payroll.org/news-resources/news/news-detail/2026/06/09/2026-chapter-contest-winners

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 We are excited to announce the 2026 Chapter Contest winners! Thank you to everyone who participated and congratulations to the winning chapters

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# [The Benefits of Volunteering for Your Local Payroll Chapter](https://blogs.payroll.org/pay-news-now/the-benefits-of-volunteering-for-your-local-payroll-chapter-1)

https://payroll.org/news-resources/news/news-detail/2026/05/05/the-benefits-of-volunteering-for-your-local-payroll-chapter

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 In the fast-paced world of payroll, staying ahead of trends, changes in legislation, and best practices is crucial. But beyond professional development, there's another powerful way to grow your...

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# [Join Us for These Exciting Activities at Payroll Congress](https://blogs.payroll.org/pay-news-now/join-us-for-these-exciting-activities-at-payroll-congress)

https://payroll.org/news-resources/news/news-detail/2026/04/14/join-us-for-these-exciting-activities-at-payroll-congress

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 Get ready to unlock the next chapter of your payroll journey and connect with payroll pros from around the globe. As you navigate this epic payroll adventure, be on the lookout for these exciting...

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# [Explore Chapter Activities at the 2024 Payroll Congress](https://blogs.payroll.org/pay-news-now/explore-chapter-activities-at-the-2024-payroll-congress)

https://www.payroll.org/news-resources/news/news-detail/2024/03/01/explore-chapter-activities-at-the-2024-payroll-congress

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The 42nd Annual Payroll Congress will be held May 7-10 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville. As you prepare to enter a new payroll era, embrace change, and network with...

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# [Register Now for Live Webinar Series—Session 1: Rebrand Your Chapter](https://blogs.payroll.org/pay-news-now/register-now-for-live-webinar-series-session-1-rebrand-your-chapter)

https://www.payroll.org/news-resources/news/news-detail/2024/02/05/register-now-for-live-webinar-series-session-1-rebrand-your-chapter

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**Join us in the live webinar “**[**Rebrand Your Chapter**](https://ebiz.payroll.org/ebusiness/Education/ViewClass.aspx?ClassID=8041)**” on** **Friday, February 16 at 12:00 p.m. CT.** This Chapter Success webinar series was created for all chapter leaders and statewide coordinators to help...

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