Board of Directors Handbook 2011 – 2012 www.pihra-district6.com PIHRA District 6 Welcome Letter .................................................................................................................... 4 About PIHRA ...................................................................................................................................................... 5 Mission Statement ......................................................................................................................................... 5 History ............................................................................................................................................................. 5 District Distribution/Geography .................................................................................................................. 6 PIHRA Districts ........................................................................................................................................... 7 Benefits of Membership ............................................................................................................................... 8 Partnerships ................................................................................................................................................... 8 PIHRA Foundation ..................................................................................................................................... 8 Club PIHRA ................................................................................................................................................. 8 Student Chapters ....................................................................................................................................... 9 PIHRA Central Leadership ............................................................................................................................... 9 Executive Board ............................................................................................................................................ 9 Executive Board Terms of Office................................................................................................................ 9 PIHRA Organizational Structure ............................................................................................................... 10 Bylaws ........................................................................................................................................................... 12 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors ............................................................................................................. 12 2011 Leadership Roster ............................................................................................................................. 12 Board Member Commitment Form ............................................................................................................... 18 Conflict of Interest Form ................................................................................................................................ 18 Code of Ethics .................................................................................................................................................. 18 PIHRA District 6 Position Descriptions ....................................................................................................... 18 District Chair ............................................................................................................................................. 18 Immediate Past Chair .............................................................................................................................. 19 District Vice-Chair .................................................................................................................................... 19 Treasurer ................................................................................................................................................... 20 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 2 Hospitality Chair....................................................................................................................................... 21 District Secretary ..................................................................................................................................... 22 Diversity Chair .......................................................................................................................................... 22 Sponsorship Chair ................................................................................................................................... 23 Programs & Professional Development Chair .................................................................................... 23 student Chapter Liaison Chair............................................................................................................... 24 Membership Chair .................................................................................................................................... 25 Technology and Social Media Chair ..................................................................................................... 25 Government Affairs Chair ....................................................................................................................... 26 Career Rountable Chair .......................................................................................................................... 27 PIHRA District 6 Schedule ............................................................................................................................. 27 2011 Monthly Meetings ............................................................................................................................... 27 2011 Board Meetings .................................................................................................................................. 30 PIHRA District 6 Financials ............................................................................................................................ 30 Current Fiscal Year Budget ....................................................................................................................... 30 PIHRA District 6 Membership ........................................................................................................................ 30 Membership .................................................................................................................................................. 30 VIP Program ................................................................................................................................................. 31 PIHRA District 6 Sponsorship ....................................................................................................................... 31 2011 Sponsors ............................................................................................................................................. 31 Sponsor Level Descriptions ...................................................................................................................... 32 PIHRA District 6 Meeting Minutes ................................................................................................................ 32 PIHRA District 6 Promotional Materials ....................................................................................................... 32 2011 Meeting Flyers .................................................................................................................................... 32 Media ............................................................................................................................................................. 32 Robert’s Rules of Order.................................................................................................................................. 33 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 3 PIHRA DISTRICT 6 WELCOME LETTER Dear Board Member: On behalf of The Professionals In Human Resources Association (PIHRA) and PIHRA District 6 – South Bay and all our members, sponsors and volunteers, welcome. We are pleased and honored that you have accepted our invitation to serve on the District Board and we are eager to give you the information, guidance and support that will allow you to enjoy success in your Board position. The team will support you and be enhanced by your contributions. Professionals In Human Resources Association (PIHRA) is dedicated to the continuous enhancement of human resources through networking, learning and advocacy. As a California nonprofit professional association, PIHRA serves all levels of human resource practitioners and providers. PIHRA is organized into 16 districts, serving Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura counties. The purpose of these districts is to provide a local forum for personal and professional development; offer an opportunity to network with local human resources professionals and service providers and develop leadership skills. You have joined a very hard working group with a great District membership that supports each other, learns together, networks well and has fun in the sun of the South Bay. There are people to meet, documents to sign, names to remember and paperwork, paperwork, paperwork. No job is complete until the paperwork is done. The “fun” part will begin immediately as you become immersed in everything PIHRA District 6 and PIHRA as a whole. Thank you again for your willingness to serve and adding your talents to our Board. Please reach out to any of us as you have questions, need support or need a laugh! Warm Regards, Mery Propster, SPHR PIHRA District 6 Chair 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 4 ABOUT PIHRA MISSION STATEMENT Professionals In Human Resources Association (PIHRA) is a professional association dedicated to the continuous enhancement of Human Resources through Networking, Learning and Advocacy. As a California nonprofit professional association PIHRA, a 501(c)(6) Trade Association, serves all levels of human resource practitioners and providers. PIHRA is the largest global affiliate chapter of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) with over 3,500 individual members representing more than 2,500 organizations in Southern California. PIHRA is governed by a volunteer board of directors and retains a professional staff to provide expertise on association management practices and continuity. HISTORY In 1945, The Personnel and Industrial Relations Association (PIRA) was founded by a small group of Los Angeles personnel executives to provide a forum in which Human Resource professionals could exchange ideas, increase their knowledge of and work together for the betterment of the profession. In 1948, The American Society for Personnel Administration (ASPA), was founded in Illinois by a group of 28 individuals anticipating the need for a national organization to represent the personnel profession. Their stated goal was to provide continued professional development opportunities, promote national networking and generally advance the interests of a profession they recognized as being in transition. In 1959, The Personnel and Industrial Relations Association (PIRA) formally affiliated with The American Society for Personnel Administration (ASPA), when it was officially chartered by the national society as Chapter Number 30. In 1989, the national organization's name was changed from the American Society for Personnel Administration (ASPA) to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) to reflect its broadened scope and influence in the business and political worlds internationally. In 1991, The Personnel and Industrial Relations Association (PIRA) changed its name to P.I.R.A. – The Association of Human Resource Professionals. In 1994, P.I.R.A. – The Association of Human Resource Professionals again changed its name, this time to Professionals in Human Resources Association (PIHRA) and comprised the counties of Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino. PIHRA remains a non-profit California corporation with a volunteer Board of Directors who serve without compensation. From these beginnings, SHRM has evolved into the world’s largest association devoted to human resource management and PIHRA the largest SHRM chapter among the more than 600 affiliated chapters within the United States—thus the largest chapter in the world and, no doubt, the solar system! You can find more on these histories online at http://www.shrm.org/about/history/Pages/default.aspx, www.pihraprez.wordpress.com/about/ or http://pihraprez.wordpress.com/2011/10/ 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 5 DISTRICT DISTRIBUTION/GEOGRAPHY PIHRA currently has 16 Districts which exist to support networking, learning and advocacy for District members through local programs and activities aligned with the Association’s goals, The Chairs of Districts are elected annually and serve as voting members of the PIHRA Board of Directors. One additional member of each District is elected annually to provide District representation and voting should the Chair be unable to participate. Districts also select local leadership for the administration of District activities. For most members, personal contact with PIHRA is through a District. The District provides opportunities for regional networking, learning and advocacy, for dissemination and reinforcement of information emanating from the PIHRA Board and for facilitating succession planning by developing future PIHRA leaders. District leadership is a critical link in PIHRA’s continuity planning. While Districts are nearly autonomous in structuring activities to meet the unique needs of their local membership, Districts ARE NOT separate legal entities, but operate under the auspices of the central Association. Districts are bound by the bylaws, policies and directives of the PIHRA Board of Directors — the governing authority of the Association. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 6 PIHRA DISTRICTS District 1 District 3 District 4 District 5 District 6 District 7 District 8 District 9 District 10 District 11 District 12 District 14 District 15 District 17 District 18 District 19 Downtown Los Angeles San Gabriel Valley East San Fernando Valley West Los Angeles, Santa Monica South Bay Long Beach & Palos Verdes Peninsula East LA/Orange Counties San Fernando Valley Ventura County San Bernardino/Riverside Counties Santa Clarita North Orange County East San Gabriel & Pomona Valleys South Riverside County Coachella Valley Antelope Valley 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 7 BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP Annual Conference & Exhibition Educational Workshops California Chamber of Commerce Discount Career Center Club PIHRA Continuing Education Opportunities District Monthly Meetings HR Certification Preparation Courses HRCI Certification Opportunities LawRoom Ezine Leadership and Volunteer Opportunities Legal Hotline Legal Updates Legislative Affairs Updates Listserve Discussion Groups Networking PIHRA Foundation PIHRA Salary and Benefits Survey PIHRA eScope Service Providers Student Chapters Students Webinars PARTNERSHIPS PIHRA FOUNDATION The PIHRA Foundation is an independent 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is advancing workforce readiness through community service in the greater Southern California area. The Foundation is comprised of a non-profit volunteer board that focuses providing assistance to educate human resources professionals and new professionals entering the workforce. CLUB PIHRA Club PIHRA is an affinity committee of PIHRA that focuses on employee benefits, discounts, and special events – “Through our network we are able to explore the great places Southern California has to take your employees to team-build and reward their hard work.” 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 8 STUDENT CHAPTERS PIHRA is committed to the future of our profession and offers a program to support college students as they prepare themselves to enter a career in human resources. By becoming a part of the largest human resources association in Southern California they can develop relationships today that will make a positive impact on their professional future. There are three currently active student chapters. California State University, Dominguez Hills Chapter, California State University, Long Beach HRMA Chapter, and California State Polytech University, Pomona Chapter. PIHRA CENTRAL LEADERSHIP The current PIHRA Board of Directors of includes 26 members, 10 members of the Executive Board and 1 representative from each of the 16 Districts. The Executive Director and General Counsel are nonvoting members of both the Board and the Executive Board. The PIHRA Board of Directors acts on behalf of, and is subordinate to, the Association’s membership. We have been entrusted by the membership to further the purposes for which we exist. BoardSource, in their booklet "Ten Basic Responsibilities of Nonprofit Boards", itemizes the following 10 responsibilities for nonprofit boards: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Determine the Association's mission and purpose Select the executive Support the executive and review his or her performance Ensure effective planning Ensure adequate resources Manage resources effectively Determine and monitor the Association's programs and services Enhance the Association's public image Serve as a court of appeal Assess its own performance EXECUTIVE BOARD The Executive Board are also designated as the Board officers and includes the President, President-Elect, Immediate Past President, Secretary and Vice Presidents for Education, Emerging Affairs, Finance, Leadership, Legislative Affairs and Membership. Executive Board members must be PIHRA voting members in good standing and must have served as a Board member. The requirement to be a prior Board member may be waived upon recommendation by the Nominating Committee and the approval by the full Board by majority vote. EXECUTIVE BOARD TERMS OF OFFICE With the exception of the Immediate Past President, Executive Board members shall be elected as below to serve two-year terms beginning on January first following the election: 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 9 In each even numbered year: 1. President 2. President-Elect 3. Vice President-Education 4. Vice President-Finance 5. Vice President-Legislative Affairs In each odd numbered year: 6. Vice President-Membership 7. Vice President-Emerging Affairs 8. Vice President- Leadership 9. Secretary PIHRA ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE PIHRA is run by an active Board of Directors which includes the following representatives: Executive Board President (president@pihra.org) The President shall be the Chief Executive of the Association. The President shall preside at all meetings of the Directors and members and shall perform such other executive duties as may be assigned by the Board. The President shall appoint non-elected committee chairs, appoint the members thereof and discharge committees as deemed appropriate. The President will chair the Management Committee. Immediate Past President (immediatepastpresident@pihra.org) The Immediate Past President shall provide historical context, advise the President and the Board on matters of Board administration and perform other duties as assigned by the Board or the President. President – Elect (presidentelect@pihra.org) The President – Elect shall assist the President in the administration of Board affairs, act in the absence of the President and perform other duties as assigned by the Board or the President. Secretary (secretary@pihra.org) The Secretary shall keep a record of all minutes of the meetings of the members and directors, see that notice of all meetings is given, provide and control ballots and perform such other duties and exercise such powers as the Board or the President may assign. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 10 Vice President – Education (vpeducation@pihra.org) The Vice President – Education shall be responsible for advising Staff on the development and planning of educational curriculum to meet members’ needs, including seminars, workshops, symposia, the annual conference and performing such other duties and exercising such powers as the Board or the President may assign. Vice President – Emerging Affairs (vpemergingaffairs@pihra.org) The Vice President – Emerging Affairs is responsible for monitoring and evaluating PIHRA's diversity awareness and education efforts, including efforts to diversify PIHRA's membership and leadership; promoting the development of diversity awareness and outreach to strengthen the organization and providing guidance to the membership including students and those intransition and performing such other duties as the Board or the President may assign. This position also scans the current human resources management environment and recommends proactive actions PIHRA might consider to benefit members. Vice President – Finance (vpfinance@pihra.org) The Vice President – Finance shall monitor the financial affairs of the Association and deliver to the Board of Directors a statement of the financial condition of the Association at Board meetings and at such other times as the Board of Directors may direct. The Vice President – Finance shall perform such other duties and exercise such powers as the Board or the President may assign. Vice President – Leadership (vpleadership@pihra.org) The Vice President – Leadership shall be responsible for maintaining communication between and among the Districts, encouraging visitations, facilitating the exchange of ideas and resources, succession planning, problem resolution and acting as liaison between the District Chairs, the PIHRA administrative staff and the Executive Committee. The Vice President – Leadership will ensure that incoming district officers have access to resources and training for their positions and perform such other duties and exercise such powers as the Board or the President may assign. Vice President – Legislative Affairs (vplegislativeaffairs@pihra.org) The Vice President – Legislative Affairs shall develop and recommend to the Board positions on key legislative matters involved with human resources; foster positive relations with legislative consultants; organize and coordinate visits to legislators or legislative bodies and perform such other duties and exercise such powers as the Board or the President may assign. Vice President – Membership (vpmembership@pihra.org) The Vice President – Membership shall be responsible for member recruiting and retention and performing other such duties and exercising such powers as the Board or the President may assign. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 11 Staff Support Executive Director – Rafael Rivera (Rafael@pihra.org) Responsible for directing the work of PIHRA Headquarters and staff under the direction of the Board of Directors. Business Development Manager – Brian Alain (Brian@pihra.org) Responsible for vendor and exhibitor relations. Program Manager – Paulette Fontanez (Paulette@pihra.org) Responsible for scheduling educational courses and communication with speakers for webinars, classes and the annual conference. Accounting Manager – Chapmun Yiu (Chapmun@pihra.org) Responsible for maintaining the books for PIHRA and reporting the financial position of the organization to the Board of Directors. Membership Coordinator – Valerie Hamilton (Valerie@pihra.org) Responsible for administrative processes of the PIHRA office and primary contact for all members. Please see Appendix A: PIHRA Organizational Chart BYLAWS Please see Appendix B: PIHRA Bylaws PIHRA DISTRICT 6 BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2011 LEADERSHIP ROSTER Name: Board Position: Company: Position: Phone: Email: Birthday: Mery Propster, SPHR District Chair Segue Solutions Owner (310) 545-1236 mery@propster.com January 30 Mery Propster, SPHR, currently specializes in organizational change management through her own consulting firm; Segue Solutions. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 12 University of San Francisco in Human Relations and Organizational Behavior and was awarded the lifetime SPHR designation in 1996. She is a long time member of both the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and Professionals in Human Resources Association (PIHRA) where she currently serves as Chair for District 6 and as a voting member of PIHRA's Board of Directors. She has served as Secretary of the PIHRA Board of Directors and Scholarship Chair of the PIHRA Foundation. Prior to retiring and opening her own firm, she spent over two decades in increasingly responsible Human Resources management positions with two Fortune 50 high technology firms in California and Arizona Name: Board Position: Company: Position: Phone: Email: Birthday: Richard Propster,SPHR-CA Immediate Past Chair Segue Solutions Owner (310) 545-1236 richard@propster.com August 18 Richard Propster, MA, SPHR-CA, and his wife Mery currently specialize in human resources and organizational change strategies through their consulting firm, Segue Solutions. He holds a Bachelor of Vocational Education degree from California State University at Long Beach and Masters degrees from Pepperdine University and the Claremont Graduate University. He is a member of both the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and Professionals in Human Resources Association (PIHRA) where he currently serves as Volunteer President of the Association. Prior to retiring in 1998, he dedicated over thirty-one years to municipal government including over two decades as a department head with responsibility for a diverse population of over 100 employees and a multi-million dollar budget. He has additionally taught at the adult school, post-secondary and university levels since the late 1960s. Name: Board Position: Company: Occupation: Phone: Email: Birthday: Cari Nollner, SPHR District Vice-Chair Murad, Inc. Senior Manager, Human Resources (310) 985-2274 cnollner@gmail.com October 29 Cari Nollner is a Senior Manager, Human Resources at Murad, Inc., where she is responsible for attracting, developing and retaining top talent. This includes recruiting, performance management, talent management, succession planning, organizational development and employee relations. Prior to joining Murad, Inc., Ms. Nollner managed the Human Resources strategy and execution at Square Enix, Inc., a video game publisher and Saks Fifth Avenue, a luxury retail chain. Ms. Nollner holds both an MBA degree and BA degree in Psychology from Loyola Marymount University. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs, Kona and Kaila, volunteering at St. Joseph Center and is actively involved with Junior League of Los Angeles. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 13 Name: Board Position: Company: Position: Phone: Email: Birthday: Ray Cooke, PHR District Treasurer L-3 Communications Electron Technologies Human Resources Consultant (310) 517-5856 ray.cooke@L-3com.com October 30 Ray Cooke is a human resources generalist with L-3 Communications Electron Technologies, Inc., one of only two manufacturers of space-qualified radio frequency amplifiers for communications satellites in the world. His primary responsibilities at L-3 ETI, which was a division of Boeing Satellite Systems and Hughes Space & Communications before its acquisition by L-3 Communications in 2005, include staffing, compensation, and employee/labor relations at the company’s 650-employee Torrance location. Prior to joining L-3, Ray was responsible for corporate employment at Unified Grocers, a retailer-owned wholesale grocery distributor located in the City of Commerce; he spent 13 years in banking as a branch manager and operations manager before making a successful – and satisfying – career change into the human resources field in 1995. Ray earned an MBA from California State University, Long Beach as well as a bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of Colorado at Boulder, and also completed UCLA Extension’s human resources certification program. A long-time volunteer for PIHRA, he served as membership chair, publicity chair, and treasurer for PIHRA District 2 and had served as programs chair for District 6 before assuming the treasurer position in 2006. Ray and his wife, Barbara, coordinate the activities of the University of Colorado’s Los Angeles alumni chapter and spend a seemingly inordinate amount of time (and money) on wine and dining. Name: Board Position: Company: Occupation: Phone: Email: Birthday: Cindy Belicka Hospitality Chair CB & Associates Executive Search (310) 374-2856 cbelica@aol.com March 3 Cindy has served on the PIHRA 6 District Board for the past 13 years.Earning her BS degree from the University of Connecticut, Storrs Connecticut and her AA degree from Endicott College, Beverly MA. She has worked in the staffing industry for the past 23 years, holding such positions as Sales Manager, Director of Sales and Regional Vice President at leading staffing companies to include Accustaff Inc, Olsten Staffing, Talent Tree and Helpmates Personnel. In 1999, Cindy founded CB & Associates Incorporated which is a National Women Owned Executive Recruiting Firm. Services offered include Contingency Recruitment, Contract Staffing, Temp to Hire/Payroll Services. Our client base ranges from Fortune 500 companies to regional and local clients. Industries include: retail, cosmetic, automotive, consumer packaged goods, consumer electronics, manufacturing, distribution, industrial supply, aerospace, and non-profit. CB & Associates is a certified CA Small Business. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 14 Name: Board Position: Company: Occupation: Phone: Email: Birthday: Kathy Axelrod, SPHR-CA Secretary Name: Board Position: Company: Occupation: Phone: Email: Stacey Brooks Clark, PHR Diversity Chair Academic Advantage Director, Human Resources (310) 622-6010 sbrooksclark@sbcglobal.net Stacey@academicadvantage.com December 20 Birthday: (310) 428-1289 kaxelrodsphr@gmail.com Stacey Brooks Clark is the Director of Human Resources at the Academic Advantage, Inc. (AA), the nation’s fastest growing tutoring company. She has recently transitioned from being a sole practitioner to leading an HR team for this continually growing organization. She has laid the foundation of aligning strategic and inclusive initiatives with the goals of the organization for greater effectiveness. Stacey has successfully attracted and retained a talented and diverse team at multiple career levels for AA. Prior to joining the Academic Advantage she worked for Jiffy Lube, Inc. (JL), the nation’s fastest oil & lube Service Corporation. Her role as a HR Generalist at JL, encompassed creating a thriving training and incentive program for the front line customer service representatives. Her education includes a Masters of Human Resources from Chapman University. Stacey practices her profession with a high regard for the principles of both integrity and professionalism. Additionally, her continued goal of professional development is a true testament to her commitment towards ensuring that the maximum level of HR mastery is applied in all situations. Name: Board Position: Company: Occupation: Phone: Email: Birthday: Yvonne Arvanitis Fossati, Esq. District Sponsorship Chairperson Jackson Lewis, LLP Partner (213) 689-0404 fossatiy@jacksonlewis.com January 9 Yvonne Arvanitis Fossati is a Partner in the Los Angeles, California office of Jackson Lewis LLP. Ms. Fossati has extensive experience in all facets of employment litigation and has tried 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 15 numerous cases. Ms. Fossati has represented employers and individual defendants in all types of employment litigation, including sexual harassment, discrimination on the basis of sex, race, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, retaliation and wrongful termination. Ms. Fossati also has significant experience in the area of wage and hour class actions. She also provides advice and counsel related to employment issues and conducts training sessions on all types of employment law issues. Ms. Fossati develops and conducts sexual harassment prevention training for California supervisors. Ms. Fossati has significant experience arbitrating employment disputes pursuant to employment arbitration agreements. She also has regularly handled both judicial and private employment dispute meditations on behalf of employers. Ms. Fossati earned a BA degree from Northwestern University and a JD degree from Loyola School of Law – Chicago. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and volunteering at St. Sophia Cathedral, Echo Horizon School and Beverly Hills Presbyterian Pre-School. Name: Board Position: Company: Occupation: Phone: Email: Birthday: Karen Nash, SPHR Programs & Professional Development Chair Big 5 Sporting Goods Corp. Disability and Leave Compliance Manager (310) 297-7628 KSN@big5corp.com June 2 Karen Nash is currently the Disability and Leave Compliance Manager for Big 5 Sporting Goods. She manages workers’ compensation, leave of absences, disability management, unemployment insurance and HR investigations. Ms. Nash has worked as a manager in the retail stores, in the distribution center, and now in the corporate office. Ms. Nash enjoys working in HR and has continued her knowledge and development in that area. She holds a Certificate in HR Management from California State University, San Bernardino, and last year received her national certification as a Strategic Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). Currently, she is working toward her California certification. Ms. Nash loves spending time with her 4 children, volunteering at her local church, and is oftentimes found at Little League games on the weekends. Name: Board Position: Company: Occupation: Phone: Email: Birthday: Ivana Odak, PHR Student Chapter Liaison Co-Chair Loyola Marymount University Sr. HR Specialist, Staff Relations & Recruitment (310) 528-4061 inodak@gmail.com January 17 Ivana Odak is a Sr. HR Specialist, Staff Relations & Recruitment at Loyola Marymount University. She provides comprehensive human resource consultation. This includes consulting with staff and management regarding recruitment, performance management, disciplinary processes, conflict in the workplace, harassment, discrimination and much more. Prior to joining Loyola Marymount University, Ms. Odak worked in the entertainment industry. She helped build a Human Resources department at a Fortune 500 company, staffed the corporate office and other departments nationwide, and helped centralize and administer employee contracts. Additionally, she has merger and acquisition experience and built a recruiting support team from 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 16 the ground up after a major acquisition. Ms. Odak holds a Master of Arts degree in International Relations and two Bachelor of Arts degrees, one in Spanish and the other in Political Science. She is trilingual and in her spare time, enjoys gardening and watching telenovelas. Name: Board Position: Company: Occupation: Phone: Email: Birthday: Cynthia Velasco Student Chapter Liaison Co-Chair Name: Board Position: Company: Occupation: Phone: Email: Birthday: Sandy Ross, SPHR Membership Chair Partner Engineering and Science, Inc. Director, Human Resources (310) 634-1710 sross@partneresi.com Name: Board Position: Company: Occupation: Phone: Email: Birthday: Steve Park Technology and Social Media Chair Name: Roger Sommer, SPHR Board Position: Company: Occupation: Phone: Email: Birthday: Government Affairs Committee Chair Oi Partners Outplacement Consultant (310) 954-8501 rsommer@oipartners.net February 28 (310) 527-3732 cynthiacabalasco@gmail.com (310) 850-7032 stevedpark@gmail.com Roger has 25+ years experience in all facets of human resources, and was the Vice President, Human Resources for Calavo Growers of California. He earned a Masters of Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University. Roger taught graduate level HR courses for seventeen years for Chapman University. He was the 1989 President of PIHRA, received both the 1995 Excellence in Human Resources Award and the President’s Award. Roger is the founder, past Chair, and current Board member of the PIHRA Foundation. He is past State Director of the SHRM California State Council, and past Chair of the SHRM National Employment Committee. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 17 BOARD MEMBER COMMITMENT FORM Each Board Member signs a Commitment Form acknowledging the acceptance of the personal responsibilities to perform all duties of the position elected or assigned to, Champion the Bylaws and Code of Ethics of the association, protect the interests of the Association, refrain from using the position for personal gain and serve as a role model. Please see Appendix C: Board Member Commitment Form CONFLICT OF INTEREST FORM Each Board Member signs a Conflict of Interest Form acknowledging the acceptance of the position not having or disclosing relationships which could cause the member to make decisions based on personal gain for him/herself or any family member or associate. Please see Appendix D: Conflict of Interest Form CODE OF ETHICS Each member receives a copy of the Code of Ethics which serves as a guide to their conduct in activities which involve the Association. Please see Appendix E: Code of Ethics PIHRA DISTRICT 6 POSITION DESCRIPTIONS DISTRICT CHAIR Position Summary Has overall responsibility for the finances and administration of the District. Responsibilities Chairperson presides at all District meetings. (In absence of the Chairperson, the District Vice-Chairperson will preside. If neither can attend, appoint a qualified substitute). Communicate with each member of District Board/Committees during the month to ensure responsibilities are being handled effectively. Organize and coordinate the affairs of District, consulting as needed with designated District Board/Committee members. Attend the monthly PIHRA Board of Directors meetings. (If unable to do so, it is the District Chairperson’s responsibility to see that another designated District Board member or Alternate Director attends). 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 18 Work closely with the District Treasurer to ensure that all financials are accurate and all financial reporting to PIHRA Home Office is completed in a timely manner. Appoint as needed, District members to serve on PIHRA as well as District Standing Committees; assign at the District Chairperson’s discretion other leadership functions within the district, such as: Student Chapter liaison, Career Services, etc. Working with the Immediate Past Chairperson of the District, establish and implement a succession planning process that identifies and nurtures future District Leadership. This includes working with the Vice Chairperson to make sure adequate support and training has taken place for District Leadership in the following year. Oversee/coordinate the nominations and election of District Officers in accordance with the Association's By-Laws and Election procedures. Encourage active participation of District members on PIHRA Committees and provide appropriate recognition of the services of these members. Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR Position Summary The Immediate Past Chair provides historical context, advises the chair and Board on matters of Board Administration. Responsibilities The Immediate Past Chair chairs the Nominating Committee, oversees the succession planning process, conducts the annual Member Survey and performs other duties as assigned by the chair. Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. DISTRICT VICE-CHAIR Position Summary The Vice Chairperson serves in the absence of the Chairperson; that includes all of the Chairperson’s responsibilities. In addition, the Vice Chairperson is responsible for closely monitoring the activities of the District’s committees and assisting as needed in all areas. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 19 Responsibilities Chairs the regular District meetings and/or District Board meetings in the absence of the Chairperson. Prepares and coordinates Board Orientation to newly elected or appointed District Board Members. Responsible for the oversight of the effective functioning of District activities and programs as directed by the District Chairperson. Assists the District Chairperson in any area or function that is assigned. Participates in the activities of PIHRA to the maximum extent possible, including support and attendance at the Annual conference, Professional Development seminars, etc. Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. TREASURER Position Summary The District Treasurer is responsible for all financial functions of the District, including issuance of payments, collection of fees, record keeping, creation of monthly financial documents, tracking of all credit card use and other expenditures, and retention of expense receipts and other financial documentation. Provides monthly financial reports to the District’s board of directors and PIHRA’s Vice President of Finance. Responsibilities Generates the necessary financial reports for review at each District board of directors meeting. Ensures that accurate records are kept, documentation of income and expenses is maintained, and that all financial transactions are properly accounted for. In conjunction with the District Chair, prepares an annual budget of income and expenditures and submits it for District board of Directors approval. Prepares and submits monthly financial reports to the District Chair, District board of directors, and VP of Finance in a timely manner. Ensures that monthly District expenses are within approved budgeted guidelines. Notifies the District Chair and/or Vice Chair, as well as the PIHRA VP of Finance, of any developing trends within the District’s operations that could impact the finances of the District. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 20 If unable to attend a District board meeting, provides the required financial documentation to the District Chair or Vice Chair so that the necessary reporting of District financial information takes place. Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. HOSPITALITY CHAIR Position Summary This position is responsible for the selection of locations for monthly meetings, board meetings and District Mixers. Coordinates menu selections for all meetings. Coordinates use of AV and sound equipment from the venue as needed. Responsibilities Research, present for board and PIHRA Home Office approval meeting site for monthly district meetings. Select menu for monthly meeting within approved district budgetary guidelines to include: Coordination with meeting site personnel seating, AV and sound equipment. Working with Membership Chair and other district board members a method of greeting members and identifying non-members for recognition. Work with other district board members to create a welcoming environment that reflects the value of being a member of the district. Receives reservations for the meetings, creates a roster and welcomes members and guests to each function with the assistance of the Treasurer and Membership Chair. Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 21 DISTRICT SECRETARY Position Summary Takes minutes of all District meetings and provides notice of meeting dates and times. Maintains the current and historic administrative files of the District. Responsibilities Upon the advice of the Chairperson, the secretary should issue notice of officer and Board of Directors' meetings. After consultation with the Chairperson, the secretary could prepare copies of the agenda for such meetings. Maintain a record of attendance and prepare the minutes of all Officers' and Board of Directors' meetings. Maintain an up-to-date roster of names and addresses of all District Board Members. If names and/or addresses change, the secretary should immediately notify PIHRA Home Office of those changes. Distribute all meeting announcements and necessary information to Board of Directors in a timely manner. Working with the Immediate Past Chairperson and current Chairperson, transmit all necessary annual election information to the District membership and PIHRA Home Office of the results. Attend all monthly membership and District Board of Directors meetings. Participate in the activities of PIHRA to the maximum extent possible, including support and attendance at the Annual Conference, Professional Development seminars, etc. Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. DIVERSITY CHAIR Position Summary This position promotes the diversity programs within PIHRA to the district membership. Responsibilities Develop and/or distribute information and materials to District members to promote diversity in the workplace. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 22 Assist in the identification and recruitment of individuals with diverse background who might be interested in joining PIHRA. Assist with the identification and recruitment of current PIHRA members with diverse backgrounds who might be interested in volunteer leadership opportunities. Serve as a liaison for the PIHRA Diversity Task Force and keeps informed of pertinent information. Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. SPONSORSHIP CHAIR Position Summary The Sponsorship Chair is responsible for developing effective and affordable sponsorship opportunities for companies and organizations to support the districts in their meeting and educational efforts. Responsibilities Develop with the board leadership various sponsorship opportunities to be presented to the business community in the districts regional area. Actively approach companies and organizations to inquire as to their interest in supporting the district’s efforts in exchange for an agreed upon valuable service. Working with the board leadership, define and develop sponsorship proposals and opportunities. Establish an agreed upon goal for outreach efforts each quarter. Maintain accurate records as to those efforts in obtaining sponsorships. Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. PROGRAMS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CHAIR Position Summary Responsible for the development of all district programs working closely with the district leadership and the PIHRA Home Office Programs Manager to ensure that relevant topics and speakers are selected for presentation. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 23 Responsibilities Coordinates with district communications chair that all programs taking place in the district are communicated to the PIHRA Home Office in a timely manner. Coordinates with district hospitality chair that the appropriate meeting room, A/V equipment and other materials are available for the meetings. Responsible for the obtaining of speakers for district meetings that are topic relevant. Communicates with the speakers to ensure that they understand the expectations of the meeting, timelines and materials. Acts prudently, responsibly and in the best interest of the district and the Association Distributes, collects, summarizes and communicates evaluation results to the District Board and the PIHRA Program Manager. Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. STUDENT CHAPTER LIAISON CHAIR Position Summary This position is responsible for guiding and preparing students to enter the HR workforce while offering various opportunities to network and better understand the HR field. Responsibilities Advertise PIHRA’s monthly meetings and Career Roundtable to students, faculty and staff administrators at local universities Communicate with HRMA’s Faculty Administrator on a regular basis to see what the needs of the students are Make presentations at student meetings and answer their questions, comments and concerns Provide guidance and advice on HR related matters Organize and help facilitate various events Work closely with PIHRA’s District Chair, Student Chapter Co-Chair, faculty and staff administrators Other duties as may be assigned or requested 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 24 Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. MEMBERSHIP CHAIR Position Summary Responsible for the annual recruitment and retention efforts of the District, including the implementation of the ongoing campaign developed at the Association level. Responsibilities Represents District at all Membership Committee meetings in person or via conference call with the VP of Membership and Membership Coordinator. Works with the committee to assure that eligibility guidelines are interpreted consistently throughout districts. Participates in District Board meetings, presents pertinent information, ideas and plans from central committee. Coordinates district membership activities including: Coordination and implementation of membership drives and campaigns to ensure district goals for the year are met. Educate fellow board members as to why recruitment is essential. Encourage members to actively recruit their peers. Ensure that a membership retention program is in place and adequately staffed. This includes follow-up of new members (i.e. welcome call within 1 month into membership), non-renewals and invitations extended to join PIHRA as appropriate. Display prospective membership brochures at all District meetings and events. Maintain up-to-date membership roster, adding new members every month. Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL MEDIA CHAIR Position Summary Responsible for on-going maintenance and enhancement of Technology for the benefit of the District. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 25 Responsibilities Maintains the District Micro-Site up to date and refreshes it often to maintain member interest. Manages all social media activity for the District Keeps current with all Social Media changes and opportunities to publish District information Uses Social to invite HR Professionals at large to seek membership in PIHRA Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS CHAIR Position Summary Informs district leadership and members as to all activities related to government and legislation within PIHRA including the dissemination of information received from the VP – Government Affairs Responsibilities At monthly district meetings, update the membership of the progress of Human Resource related legislation. If possible, attend the annual trip to Sacramento, in conjunction with California State Council of SHRM. Participate in conjunction with the VP – Government Affairs in the development and coordination of position papers on key Human Resource legislative issues for ratification by the Board and their presentation to legislative bodies. Attend the PIHRA Legal Update Sessions. Act prudently and responsibly in the best interest of district and the Association. Accept responsibilities as delegated by the chair while fulfilling agreed upon assignments in a timely manner. Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 26 CAREER ROUNTABLE CHAIR Position Summary Responsible for coordinating, running and enhancing the District’s efforts to build HR career opportunities for members, students and prospective members. Responsibilities Presents a career building monthly meeting for all members Researches and presents best practices in career management Disseminates current career information that is helpful in building robust careers Disseminates open positions collected over the prior month for the benefit of InTransition or newly degreed HR professionals Fosters and encourages maximum District member participation in the Annual Conference, Professional Development Seminars, and all other Association activities. PIHRA DISTRICT 6 SCHEDULE 2011 MONTHLY MEETINGS January 13 (Extended: 2 hrs.) Supervisory Training Mike Deblieux, trainer, author, consultant and coach Develop front-line leaders by providing the five key skills they need to support the company’s strategic plan. This workshop is geared for the HR professional AND front-line management, so bring your company managers with you. Included in the price of admission is a valuable assessment tool all attendees will utilize to assess strengths and target areas for improvement. Be ready to roll up your sleeves; this is going to be informative, engaging, valuable – and fun! 2 hrs HRCI Strategic Credit pending February 10 Health Care Reform: Diagnosing the Impact on HR Marilyn Monahan, Counsel, Emmer & Graeber How will the new detailed and expansive healthcare changes affect benefit programs? How will Exchanges operate in conjunction with employersponsored plans? What are the anticipated notice and disclosure requirements? What about long-term care, tax credits, tax reporting, and vouchers? Employers are concerned about benefit mandates and penalties, rebates due to claim loss ratios and nondiscrimination testing. Come learn what’s new with reform and how it will significantly impact employees, 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 27 employers and especially H.R. for years to come. 1 1/2 hrs HRCI Credit pending March 10 (Extended: 2 hrs.) Violence in the Workplace Glen Kraemer, Partner, Curiale Hirschfeld, Kraemer, LLP It is a common myth that the threat of workplace violence does not manifest itself in a troubled employee until it is too late. Yet almost all threatening workers exhibit telltale signs that are often overlooked or misinterpreted by managers and supervisors. This multi-disciplinary examination of managing threats in the workplace goes beyond basic warning signs and risk factors to examine legal and practical considerations, including balancing recent disability law developments in the context of dealing with a potentially threatening individual, as well as security considerations and the discipline or termination of a dangerous employee. 2 hrs HRCI Credit pending April 14 (Extended 1 1/2 hrs.) Employment Law Jeopardy John Lattin, Partner, Fisher & Phillips, LLP Test your knowledge of employment law with this interactive, fun experience. The game board focuses on factual hypotheticals similar to those HR professionals confront on a regular basis, and the presenter provides explanations for each question. 1 1/2 hrs HRCI Credit pending May 12 Managing your Way Through Pressures of the Executive Suite Art Hershey, Consultant, shares his insight on analyzing life in the fast lane. Is it talent, knowledge, or sheer politics that forge relationships between the CEO and the head of HR? Learn the mentality of a chief executive, critical skills for future HR executives and how to gain the ear and trust of the CEO. 1.25 hrs HRCI STRATEGIC Credit pending June 9 “Stress” Mark Mitchell, Psychotherapist, Trainer and Coach In this highly interactive session, Mark presents a pragmatic and entertaining look at handling stress in the workplace. 1.25 hrs. HRCI Credit pending July 14 Pay Systems in a Dynamic Economy Larry Comp, Principal, LTC Performance Strategies, Inc. The recession has been a wake-up call for CEOs and H.R. leaders. It has become crystal clear that compensation represents the company’s biggest investment (expense) and the concept of “pay for performance” is getting hotter than ever. Come hear more about what companies are doing with merit increases, bonuses, commissions, stock options, and deferred comp, and what the implications are for both employees and employers. 1.25 hrs HRCI Credit pending 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 28 August 29-31 District 6 will be Dark See You at the PIHRA Conference August 29-31 in Anaheim September 8 Necessary Roughness: New Rules for the Contact Sport of Business Mimi Donaldson is the author of "Necessary Roughness: New Rules for the Contact Sport of Life" and a nationally recognized speaker. She will provide some eye-opening techniques for skillful communications. The result: individuals will be much more productive in both their professional and personal relationships. October 13 Diversity Programs Creating Segregation? - When The Pendulum Swings The Other Way James Wright, PHR, a Diversity and Inclusion Strategist In this session, we will explore examples of "Diversity Gone Bad" where inclusion is the ultimate goal but segregation is sometimes the result. We will discuss tips on how to avoid the pitfalls sometimes found in Diversity Management and ensure the pendulum does not swing too far the other way. 1-1/4 hours HRCI Credit pending November 10 (Extended 2 hrs.) “Employment Law Preview “What’s Coming Up in 2012?” Laura Petroff, Partner, Winston and Strawn, LLP Don’t miss this event to gain new strategies to help you avoid common pitfalls and prevent new problems. Laura Petroff will discuss employment law developments, new state and federal court cases and significant California legislation enacted during 2011, as well as insights on how HR professionals can prepare for 2012. You’ll be better prepared to handle the new laws headed your way (and existing ones) in the upcoming year! 2 hrs HRCI Credit pending December 7 Holiday Network and Learn Hosted at Il Fornaio (Manhattan Beach, CA) 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 29 2011 BOARD MEETINGS Tuesday, January 18 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m at the Double Tree Hotel in Torrance Saturday, April 16 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the PIHRA Office in El Segundo Tuesday, July 19 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Double Tree Hotel in Torrance Saturday, October 15 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the PIHRA Office PIHRA DISTRICT 6 FINANCIALS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR BUDGET Annual budget is submitted to PIHRA Headquarters and to District Board Members Please see Appendix F: 2011 Budget PIHRA DISTRICT 6 MEMBERSHIP MEMBERSHIP 1/1 – 6/30 $150.00* Member benefits available through 12/31 of current year 7/1 – 9/30 $195.00* Member benefits available through 12/31 of following year 10/1 – 12/31 $172.00* Member benefits available through 12/31 of following year *An additional one-time $25.00 non-refundable processing fee is included in all rates for new memberships. Please see Appendix G: Membership Application Student members join anytime for $30. Must meet criteria in order to become a student member. Please see Appendix H: Student Membership Guidelines and Application Membership in PIHRA is portable which means that if you change employers during the membership year your PIHRA membership goes with you. PIHRA Membership is individual and cannot be transferred to another person. Once membership dues are paid they cannot be refunded or credited toward future programs or services. 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 30 VIP PROGRAM Members who have paid for a PIHRA membership for the calendar year will have the opportunity to purchase a District 6 VIP Package. This package provides a fully transferable admission to each of the ten monthly meetings—including all higher priced expanded format meetings such as the annual employment law review and ALL other District “Network and Learn” events. The VIP Package not only offers a price break, but protects against increases throughout the year. Other advantages of the District 6 VIP Package program: Fully transferable admission tickets to each of the ten District 6 meetings. These monthly passes can be used by the member or given to someone of their choice if the member is unable to personally attend. Admission to all “Network and Learn” events Elimination of increased “at-the-door” prices by including confirmed reservations for each of the monthly meetings without the necessity of a monthly RSVP. Expedited admission without having to wait in line at the check-in table. Avoidance of the need to pay monthly and recurring internal reimbursement procedures and paperwork. A single receipt for tax or other reimbursement purposes. For more information or to arrange for purchase of the 2011 PIHRA District 6 VIP Package, contact either the District Chair, Mery Propster, SPHR, Mery@Propster.com or District Treasurer, Ray Cooke, PHR, Ray.Cooke@L-3com.com. Please see Appendix I: VIP Application Form PIHRA DISTRICT 6 SPONSORSHIP 2011 SPONSORS We rely on our sponsors for support of district activities, expenses and meeting prices. In addition, our sponsors offer services and education that are valued by district members. 2011 Annual Sponsor Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP (Contact: Ed Langhammer) January 2011 February 2011 March 2011 April 2011 May 2011 June 2011 July 2011 August 2011 Ceridian M Advisory Group System One Bank of Manhattan / Prudential Employment Tax Specialists Beach Cities Health Districts / Vitality City AFLAC (no monthly meeting due to PIHRA Conference) 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 31 September 2011 October 2011 November 2011 December 2011 Jackson Lewis, LLP Burnham Benefits Tyler & Wilson / TalentWise (no monthly meeting due to Holiday mixer) SPONSOR LEVEL DESCRIPTIONS Annual Sponsors $2,000 per year Annual Sponsors may have their company logo displayed on District 6 communications as well as at the monthly breakfast meetings. Annual Sponsors will be prominently featured as a District 6 partner on the District 6 website. This will include a short written presentation and a link to their website, if applicable. Annual Sponsors will be entitled to one free admission to District 6 events. In addition, they will receive one VIP pass, allowing them to bring a guest to all District 6 events. Monthly Sponsors $250 per meeting Monthly Sponsors may have their company logo displayed on District 6 communications and at the monthly breakfast meeting. Monthly Sponsors may provide a short written presentation, and a link to their web site, if applicable, for the District 6 website during the month of the sponsored meeting. Monthly Sponsors may make a five minute (maximum) presentation at the beginning of the sponsored meeting and distribute previously approved marketing literature at such event. Monthly sponsors may also provide an appropriate product or service worth at least $25.00 to be raffled off at a monthly breakfast meeting. PIHRA DISTRICT 6 MEETING MINUTES Please see Appendix J: 2011 Meeting Minutes PIHRA DISTRICT 6 PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS 2011 MEETING FLYERS Please see Appendix K: 2011 Meeting Flyers M EDIA Recent District 6 media communication Please see Appendix L: Daily Breeze Meeting Announcement 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 32 ROBERT’S RULES OF ORDER Robert's Rules of Order Motions Chart District meetings are generally conducted according to Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (10th Edition). Please see Appendix M 2011 – 2012 PIHRA District 6 Board of Directors Handbook Page 33