Bobbi - Heart of Illinois HR Council

Heart of Illinois
Human Resource Council Newsletter
Issue I Jan/Feb 2013
From the President
Be Seen in 2013 — Tell your HIHRC Story
In the first days after I learned that I was to be the President of the Heart of Illinois
HR Council for 2013 I spent quite a few moments thinking about what I wanted to
help bring to this wonderful group of HR Professionals. I have served on the board of our council
under four presidents and admire each of them for how they helped to grow our chapter. It is my
hope to work well with this year’s board to continue to enhance all that we have to offer. There are
many projects that we will continue to work on; in addition, I want to spend a little time looking
back. As I was thinking about the coming year, the phrase ―Be seen in 2013 – Tell your HIHRC
story‖ continued to run through my mind. I hope to take time each month to invite members of our
council to share their own stories about what our council has meant to their professional or
personal journeys in human resources and in doing so help to create an even higher level of
community among our members. So, I’ll go first…here is the short version of My HIHRC Story:
I began attending monthly luncheons with colleagues from my office as a young HR Professional
in the late 90’s. I was inspired by the educational aspects of the meetings and by the people. I
truly loved and valued the connections that I made. After about five years of regular attendance,
my schedule did not allow me to attend any longer and I truly missed the HIHRC so much. Thankfully, I was able to return to meetings about five years ago. I joined the board in 2009, serving in a
variety of roles. I attended a study group with HIHRC members and fulfilled a professional goal by
earning my PHR. I was able to attend several conferences and even got to go to Capitol Hill to
speak about HR laws. I have had so many wonderful experiences, but what I cherish most of all is
the relationships that I have built. Some are more professional in nature and some are wonderful
friendships. I am thankful for the Heart of Illinois HR Council!
Would you like to meet other HR professionals and learn from your peers? Would you like to earn
recertification credits? If you would like to know more about our council or how you can get
involved please contact me directly or any of our board members.
If you have not attended a meeting yet and would like to come as a first time guest at no cost
please let us know. We would love to have you join us and consider membership.
~Bobbi
Your 2013 Heart of Illinois HR Council Board
Bobbi Ulm, PHR – President
Human Resources Director, Northwoods Community Church — bobbi.ulm@nwoods.org
Michelle R. Agnew, SPHR – Past-President & Workforce Readiness
Human Resource Manager, American Red Cross -Michelle.agnew@redcross.org
Laurie Trompeter, PHR -- President-Elect & Social Media
Account Manager, Belcan Corporation - ltrompeter@belcan.com
Sandra M. Donelson -- President-Elect Presumptive & Membership-Diversity
Human Resource Generalist, Robert Cottingham Property Management Co. -sandra.donelson@yahoo.com
Cathy Plouzek, PHR – Treasurer & IL SHRM State Director
Integrated HR Solutions Advisor, Illinois Chamber of Commerce -csplouzek@gmail.com
Dawn Edwards, SPHR – Assistant Treasurer/Secretary
Director of Employee Relations, Connor Co. - dedwards@connorco.com
Rob Burn, SPHR - College Relations/Education
HR Practice Leader, AAIM Employer’s Association - rob.burn@aaimea.org
Timekia Faulkner, SPHR - Communications-Website
Human Resources Manager, Illinois Central College -timekia.faulkner@icc.edu
Shelly Goodin, PHR, - Legislative
Director of Human Resources, Lutheran Hillside Village -sgoodin@lssliving.org
Robin Honeg, SPHR - Communications-Newsletter
Consultant, H-Squared Services - robinhoneg@yahoo.com
Lisa Secrest - Membership-Registration
Recruitment Specialist, Peoria Help Wanted—lisa.secrest@peoriahelpwanted.com
Kathy Williamson, PHR - Foundation
VP of Human Resources, South Side Trust & Savings Bank - kwilliamson@southsidebank.com
Beth Winstead, PHR - Programs
Human Resource Generalist, American Red Cross— Beth.Winstead@redcross.org
Nancy Wraight, PHR - Membership-Secretary
Director of Human Resources, Avantis— nancywraight@yahoo.com
Join us for our January Chapter Meeting and Program
Get Legal - 2013 Legal Update
January 16, 2013
Country Club of Peoria,
4700 Grandview Drive, Peoria Heights IL
Registration 11:15 am - 11:30 am
Lunch& Meeting 11:30am – Noon
Program:
Noon - 1:30 pm
$25 Member, $40 Non-Member, $15 Student
Presenter: Attorney Keith Braskich, Partner, Law Firm of Davis & Campbell L.L.C.
Keith J. Braskich graduated with Honors in 1981 from DePaul University Law School in Chicago, and has been engaged
in the exclusive representation of management in labor and employment matters since that time. His practice includes
representation of management before all levels of the federal and state courts, the EEOC, the Illinois Human Rights
Commission, the National Labor Relations Board, the Illinois State Labor Relations Board, the U.S. Department of
Labor, in arbitration and in union contract negotiations.
*This program is pending 1.5 (General) recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR
and GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute.
To register or for additional information found on our website: http://heartofillinois.shrm.org/
BECOME A MEMBER TODAY
There are many days when I am glad to have HR contacts and a network of wonderful individuals in our
chapter to reach out to when I need help. I do many different components of this wonderful field and I am
grateful for SHRM access and access from my network of HR buddies throughout the field. It’s great to
find help from a friend. That’s what our chapter is all about! Our members are executives, administrators,
managers, independent consultants, generalists, business owners and other strategic partners.
Membership in the Heart of Illinois Human Resources Council SHRM Chapter #326 is available to individuals who desire to enhance their professional career in HR on a local level.
Did you know of all of the different opportunities that the Heart of Illinois Human Resource Council
(HIHRC) members receive? There are many to share including, but not limited to:
Recertification credits for PHR or SPHR certification
Networking with other HR professionals in the tri-county area
College-relations help and support (Bradley and Western Illinois University)
Professional growth and development along with a forum for problem-solving
Leadership development, team awareness and organizational skills development
Relevant regular training sessions with leading-edge speakers
Scholarships to pursue education in the HR field or to earn your PHR/SPHR/GPHR
Reduced meal fees at meetings
Ability to bring a first-time guest for free to a meeting
Free postings of HR jobs on our website
Access to HR information links on our website at: http://heart ofillinois.shrm.org
Legislative updates
Opportunities to volunteer in our community
Our newsletter
Ability to attend Peoria Chamber of Commerce events
National SHRM members receive a discount off of our membership! Membership dues for 2013 are
$75.00 for National SHRM Members and $100 for those HR persons not involved with SHRM at the
national level. We also have a discounted program that you can pay ahead of time for your meals!
It’s $310 for SHRM National members and $335 for non-national members! Join Today!
You can pay online using EVENTBRITE using the following link: http://heartofillinois.shrm.org/ or
we can send you an application.
Please contact Lisa Secrest (lisas@peoriahelpwanted.com) or Nancy Wraight
(nancywraight@yahoo.com) - or for more information on GROUP RATES!
PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DEADLINE IS NEAR
Are you seeking professional certification? The next HRCI testing window is May - June, 2013.
We are currently accepting applications for the HIHRC Professional Certification Scholarship.
The deadline to apply is January 31, 2013. For more information, please see the Scholarship
tab on our website (www.heartofillinois.shrm.org) or contact Rob Burn (rob.burn@aaimea.org).
PROMOTIONAL CODE REQUIRED FOR MEETING
REGISTRATION IN 2013
All Heart of Illinois HR Council memberships expired on 12/31/12. One of
the benefits of membership is a reduced meeting fee. However, your
memberships need to be renewed for 2013 in order to take advantage of
this benefit.
Beginning with the January 2013 meeting, members will be required to use a promotional code
when registering for meetings in order to receive the discounted membership rate. This code
will be emailed to members within 5-days (or sooner) of receiving 2013 membership or renewal
dues.
If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Secrest (lisa.secrest@peoriahelpwanted.com) or
Nancy Wraight (nancywraight@yahoo.com).
Our Heart of IL HR Council chapter received
―Membership Super Star‖ recognition from
SHRM due to a net increase in chapter
SHRM membership. Congratulations to all of
you for promoting and recruiting members to
HIHRC. Keep up the good work!
Our December Silent Auction raised $450 for SHRM
Foundation.
THANK YOU
At our December Meeting, Cathy Plouzek
publically thanked President Michelle Agnew for
her dedication serving as 2012 HIHRC President.
Thank you for bringing your gently used professional attire
to our December meeting. We gave several bags of
professional attire to Friendship House’s Dress for
Success Program.
Hey members — do you have a job transfer or promotion,
recent certification, or HR announcement you would like to
share? Please email me at robinhoneg@yahoo.com to be
listed in our March/April ―Kudos Corner‖.
ALL DAY WORKSHOP: HR - ROI: A New Approach for the New Economy
Presented by Sara Christensen
February 20, 2013
Weaver Ridge Golf Club
5100 North Weaver Ridge Blvd, Peoria IL
8:00 AM—8:30 AM Registration
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Workshop Program with Lunch
$75 Member, $200 Non-Member, $30 Student
For decades countless Human Resource Professionals have been coveting a seat at the
Strategic Table within their organizations. With the economic downturn of 2008 business
leaders found themselves in a fiscal crisis beyond their foresight. Many HR practitioners
were finally called upon to take their seat at the table and implement complex reduction in
workforce initiatives. With the current fears of a ―double dip‖ recession, many businesses
are again looking to their HR departments to guide them through these uncertain times.
However, most of us are already operating on a ―bare bones‖ talent roster and cannot justify deeper staffing cuts.
It is critical at this time for HR to step back and develop a strategy that validates our seat at the table. We must speak the
language of the business leaders who are depending on us. We must quantify our efforts. And, we must evolve beyond
our identity as ―a cost center‖.
Performing due diligence and developing a ROI is long-standing business best practice, however, rarely considered as a
function of HR. However, if you review most organizational budgets, labor (human capital assets) is usually one of the
largest line items. If we can develop/utilize HR metrics that are aligned with and actually drive the business objectives,
we will elevate our role as a strategic business partner.
This workshop will provide you with the recipe to better quantify your organization’s human capital assets and explore
methodologies in which HR can be instrumental in driving bottom line results.
To Register:
http://heartofillinois.shrm.org/
*This program is pending approval for 7.0 (Specified -Business Management and Strategy ) recertification credit
hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute.•
Workshop Sponsored by:
We are getting geared up for another year of partnership with the Peoria Park
District’s ELITE Program! The Heart of Illinois Council partners with the
program by providing
volunteers to conduct resume reviews, mock interviews, in-classroom presentations, and hosting
a job fair.
If you are interested in volunteering in any of these roles or would be willing to serve as a ―Team
Leader‖ for our involvement at one of the schools, please contact Michelle Agnew at
Michelle.Agnew@redcross.org.
Goodwill Industries was awarded a grant through the Wal-Mart
Foundation to assist in job placement for women. Program Developer Brenda Wilder is looking for employers to partner with them in
this project and provide opportunities. As an employer partner, you
also receive several benefits. Goodwill Industries will do a lot of
the legwork for you.
Successful candidates in the program have gone through a prescreening process, several assessments (i.e. skill, career and work
keys assessments), verification of job history, and undergone a background check. They have
defined career and financial goals and have had the opportunity to participate in online classes
build their skill sets.
If you are interested in participating in the program or gaining more information, please contact
Brenda Wilder at bwilder@goodwillpeo.org or 309-682-1113.
Register Now…...SHRM Conference
Peoria Area Chamber
Did you know...your HIHRC joined the Peoria Chamber in 2012, offering
added value to our chapter and all chapter members?
As an HIHRC member you have the ability to attend any and all Peoria
Chamber events, such as:

Business after hours

Ribbon cuttings

Other Special events
Following are a few upcoming events to consider:
The 2013 State of the City Address
Peoria Civic Center - Ballroom
January 29th at 11:45 a.m.
Peoria Area Chamber Public Affairs Series Featuring Ed Rust, Chairman and CEO of State
Farm Mutual and Chairman of the US Chamber of Commerce
Four Points by Sheraton, 500 Hamilton Blvd.
February 8th from 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
See the Peoria Chamber Website for additional events and information.
The chapter's membership also enables us to post announcements and advertise our organization's
events in the Chamber's publications. Offering us another opportunity to "Be Seen in 2013".
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION CLASS
COMING THIS SPRING
Studying for your PHR or SPHR?
We can help!
Once again the Heart of Illinois HR Council would like to assist members and non-members in studying for their PHR or SPHR. As a chapter, we can purchase discounted rates on SHRM’s Learning
System study materials as well as offer a facilitator- led study group. This is a great investment as
well as the ability to network and discuss with your peers.
Contact Rob Burn (rob.burn@aaimea.org) for information and pricing. We must have a minimum of
5 people registered for the class to purchase materials and offer the study group.
Building a WOW! Recognition Culture
March 20, 2013
Country Club of Peoria,
4700 Grandview Drive, Peoria Heights IL
Registration 11:15 am - 11:30 am
Lunch & Meeting 11:30am – 12:30pm
Program:
12:30pm - 1:30 pm
$25 Member, $40 Non-Member, $15 Student
Mike Byam of Terryberry to present Building a WOW! Recognition Culture is a fast-paced, fun, and informative seminar
that equips HR professionals and business leaders with an understanding of how to engage employees through effective recognition. Learn how to keep employees engaged and motivated. Developing a culture of recognition, in which
employees are genuinely acknowledged for their contributions is more important than ever in a challenging economy not only to bolster flagging spirits, but as a means to maintain productivity, profitability, and retention of key employees.
This presentation demonstrates key findings on how recognition strategies impact business goals, and provides realworld examples and practical solutions for implementing or enhancing a recognition initiative. Attendees will take away
ideas that they can put into practice right away.
Attendees will learn:
•What the latest research shows about how recognition impacts employee engagement, productivity, and profitability
•How businesses are adapting their employee recognition strategies to respond to the current economy
•Review the key steps for developing an effective recognition program and understand how to put them into practice
•Understand which awards are the most and least effective.
*This program is pending 1.0 (General) recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR and
GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute
Registration Information Available soon at http://heartofillinois.shrm.org
HIHRC Seeking 2013 Meeting Sponsors
Email Beth Winstead, Program Chair for information and sponsorship.
Heart of Illinois Human Resource Council
2013 Calendar of Events
The 2013 Board is working hard to firm up our 2013 Meeting dates. Through surveys and membership
requests the Board has voted to offer two breakfast meetings, one all day meeting and the rest luncheon
meetings for the year. We are establishing the third Wednesday of each month as our meeting dates, based on
speaker availability. Locations vary as our membership base varies all over the tri-county area. If you have a
potential meeting location that might be available to our group, please let President Bobbi Ulm know.
Date
Topic
Time/Location
January 16
2013 Legal Update
11:15 am -1:30 pm @ Country Club of Peoria
February 20
HR ROI
8:00 am – 4:30 pm @ Weaver Ridge
March 20
Recognition Culture
11:15 am – 1:30 pm @ Country Club of Peoria
April 17
Health Care Update
7:30 am -9:30 am @ TBD
May 15
Diversity
11:15 am – 1:30 pm @ TBD
June 19
Legislative
11:15 am – 1:30 pm @ TBD
July 17
Social Media
7:30 am – 9:30 am @ TBD
August 18 - 20
IL SHRM Conference
Oak Brook Terrace, IL
September 18
ADA/FMLA/WC
11:15 am -1:30 pm @ Country Club of Peoria
October 16
Training
Joint Meeting with ASTD – TBD
November 20
Disaster Recovery
11:15 am – 1:30 pm @ TBD
December 18
Share the Spirit
11:15 am – 1:30 pm @ TBD
Welcome New Members
Heather Lee – Country Club of Peoria
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