2010 Officers President: President-Elect: Treasurer: Membership: Secretary: |
Want to Volunteer?
Put your skills to good use by volunteering for the MCHRA! You may assist any of our existing committee chairs or become a committee chair yourself! Contact Matthew McKinney to volunteer today. |
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| May Luncheon:
Designing Effective Rewards and Recognition Programs from a Generational PerspectiveMay 5, 2010
11:30-1:30pm
4 generations in the workplace: Traditionalists, Boomers, Gen X, and Gen Y and each generation has a different view of rewards and recognition (feedback). It focuses on key areas for management success and effective employee engagement as well as skills for improved effectiveness, communication, and leadership.
Objectives: Understand
· The difference between a reward and recognition
· The definition of motivation and how motivating employees can improve their performance
· How each generation views rewards, recognition, and what each generation wants from Rewards and Recognition program and hoe to generational "similarities" to improve employee engagement and participation on team to support Rewards and Recognition Program
· 5 Key Essentials for Rewards and Recognition program
 This program has been approved for 1.25 recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR, and GPHR recertification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HRCI homepage at www.hrci.org.
About Our Speaker:
Valerie Pelan, MBA, PCC, is a Certified Executive and Leadership Coach and Executive Trainer. Valerie's 20+ years of management experience at AT&T and EDS gives her a unique perspective to understand business challenges facing leaders, managers, and employees in today's workplace. She is Certified by the International Coaching Federation Certification and the UTD Graduate School of Management, Executive and Professional Coaching Certification. Valerie has a MBA in Economics and her organization, Integrated Focus, is a Certified Woman Owned Business. |
SHRM Scholarships
$100,000 in SHRM Foundation Scholarships Await Applicants
As a result, the 2010 SHRM Foundation scholarship program for HR professionals, underwritten by the J. J. Keller Foundation, is offering the following awards to SHRM members:
· 20 Academic Scholarships: $2,000 each (increased from $1,375 in 2009)
· 80 Certification Scholarships: $750 each (increased from 60 awards in 2009)
SHRM Members may apply online. The application deadline is July 15, 2010.
Eligibility: Professional, general or associate SHRM members pursuing a college degree or professional HR certification are eligible to apply. Please note that student members are not eligible for this particular scholarship but the application period for the Student Scholarship program will be open as of May 1, 2010.
Questions? Visit the link above or contact Maureen Flaherty at (703) 535-6423 or SHRMScholarships@shrm.org.
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HRCI New Website
Released: April 25, 2010
The new web site contains all the best features of the old web site along with some new features our users asked for. Here is a summary of what you will be seeing during your first visit to our new web site:
· A resource library offering one-stop compilation of downloadable materials needed to apply for the certification exams, recertification, and Pre-Approved Provider programs.
· Site search functionality that allows visitors to find information in an efficient and timely manner.
· New related linkssection on each page for easy access to other areas that house pertinent content and provide visitors with a bigger-picture view without requiring further searching.
· Story billboards where visitors will find announcements on hosted webinars, Virtual Chats, important notices, testimonials, etc.
· Log in to one single location no matter who you are. The new login section is on the right-hand margin of every page of the web site, and once logged in, select "Member Homepage" from login area to access the online services needed. Once logged in, all the features in your online profile have remained the same. You will only find that the look has changed.
· A blog section that is designed to highlight hot topics pertaining to certification and other related subjects and allow for our certified HR professionals to connect with one another.
· A calendar of events includes announcements of important and/or up-and-coming events and deadlines.
Learn more about HRCI and visit their website today!
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HR Southwest Student Sponsorships
Did you know that thanks to the generosity of individual HR professionals, corporate or professional SHRM chapter sponsors, many students are able to attend The HRSouthwest Conference each year. Sponsoring a student is a great way for you or your organization to promote education and to encourage today's college students to pursue an active career in the HR field. The cost to sponsor a student's registration is only $200. Please see the Student Sponsor form for more details on sponsorship.
Nominate an educator to honor their commitment to the HR profession.
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Felony or Misdemeanor Friendly Career Fair12:00-4:00pm Registration is now available for this great event! This even was the winner of the 2009 SHRM Pinnacle Award for quality HR events throughout the nation! |
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| Formed in 1974, the Mid-Cities Human Resource Association (SHRM Affiliate Chapter #308) is the premier association for human resource professionals in the Mid-Cities area. Our mission is to enhance the local community, educate and develop members, and advance the Human Resources profession. |
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