Remember Why You’re in HR?

1. "When I grow up...I wanna be in HR!" Remember Why You’re in HR?

2. WELCOME TO Member Orientation and Networking November 15th, 2012 Presenters: Michele Brynteson & Melanie Olsen Facilitators: Becky Hass & Katie Farley

3. Agenda • Ice Breaker • HR Video • Welcome • Host Presentation- 3M • TCHRA – Mission, Purpose & Structure • Partners and Sponsors • Historical Timeline • Membership Benefits w/Networking Activity • Volunteering • Q & A

4. TCHRA Mission Statement: To provide high quality professional development, information exchange, and networking opportunities for the Human Resource professional.

5. TCHRA Purpose • Promote high standards of competence; Contribute to member’s professional development • Influence and enhance member-employing organizations through effective utilization of human resources • Educate and inform public and legislators on important human resource issues

6. Partners and Sponsors 6

7. TCHRA Board of Directors President: Tiffany Kuehl Past President: Sarah Gasparini VP College & University Relations: Sara Borresen VP Diversity & Inclusion: Sarah Waite VP Finance & Administration: Beth Petersen VP Legislative Affairs: Jason Kujanen VP Marketing & Member Acquisition: Rebecca Gish VP Member Engagement & Retention: Steve Jewell VP Professional Development: Michele Brynteson VP Programming: Alecia Hanson VP Volunteer Engagement: Amanda Greenberg VP Workforce Readiness: Carrie Patton VP Communications: Melanie Olsen TCHRA Administrator: Peggy Bushee Contact information for the above board members can be found on the TCHRA website at www.tchra.org

8. TCHRA Historical Timeline 60 Years of Service! 1951 1961 1962 1973 1997 2011

9. Member Benefits • Programs • Networking • Spring Conference/Fall Workshop • SHRM Certification Prep Course • College Connection • Community Outreach • Online resources

10. TCHRA Membership Benefits Chart

11. Programs • Throughout the Year: • Reduced fee for members • Educational workshops in areas of Benefits /Compensation, International, HRD, Employee /Labor Relations, Recruiting/Selection • Local speakers from reputable companies • HCRI credits awarded • Two complimentary seats available for each program for students or members in transition

13. What is your specialty or what would you like to learn more about? Let’s Network! Split up into different specialties: 1.Recruiting 2.Health & Wellness 3.Training & Development 4.HRIS 5.Diversity & Ethics 6.Benefits & Compensation 7.Employee Relations

14. Networking Questions • 1.What do you like most about this specialty? • 2.What is the biggest challenge you face in this specialty? • 3.How could you help others within this specialty? *Exchange business cards/information and connect on LinkedIn.com

15. Annual Spring Conference • May 9th, 2013 • McNamara Alumni Center at the U of M • Reduced fee for members at Spring Conference • Over 500 people attended the 2012 conference! • Address strategic issues with relevant HR topic • Breakout sessions by key topics/subject experts • HRCI credits for SPHR/PHR renewal available

16. Workforce 2020! Creating a "Perfect Vision" for the Future: September 13thMinneapolis Marriot Southwest • TCHRA is excited to partner with Career/Life Alliance Services, Inc. and When Work Works to bring to you the 2012 Work/Life & Flexibility Expo, Workforce 2020! • Workforce Engagement • Workforce Flexibility & Mobility • Workforce Wellbeing

17. SHRM Certification • Twice a year in March and September • http://www.shrm.org/leading • Prep-course for PHR/SPHR certification • Reduced fee for members • Proven facilitators and educators • Networking Opportunity • See website for specific dates and registration information

18. College Connection • Throughout the Year: • Complimentary TCHRA student membership if paid SHRM student member • Reduced membership dues at $25/ year • Networking with professionals • Student ambassador opportunity at their college (liaison with TCHRA; Complimentary membership) • Four annual scholarships of $1,000 awarded • Contact: tchracollegerelations@gmail.com • TCHRA Student Conference

19. Workforce Readiness • Military Outreach • Support to Employer Support of the Guard and Reserves (ESGR) • Education and support of SHRM Foundation • Community Involvement • Achieve Minneapolis: Step-Up program • Junior Achievement • BestPrep

20. Communications • Bimonthly “News & Views” newsletter – (online or PDF versions; for members only) • Social media tools: Our Website • LinkedIn • Facebook • Twitter • Membership Directory (online, for members only) • HR Jobs – posted on website (reduced for members) • Frequent webinars on HR topics

21. Volunteering Your Energy is Needed • Consider serving your profession by volunteering on a committee • Provide leadership and vision; take risks • Expand your professional network • Share your knowledge and experiences in a way to make a difference to the HR profession • Learn more about how to lead effectively and dynamically • Contact Jennifer Vaskeat jennvaske@hotmail.com

22. Remember… • This is your TCHRA • We have resources to help you • This is a great community to know… volunteer your time and talents! • Invite your HR associates to join in!