May 2008 Program
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center
Registration: 11:30 a.m.
Networking: 11:30 a.m. - Noon
Lunch: Noon
Program immediately following lunch
“A Team-Based Approach to Workplace Violence Prevention”
Presented by Ken Redick, CEAP, CAC, CSAC
Carilion EAP Manager

Sadly, incidents of workplace violence appear to be becoming more prevalent in the modern workplace. As HR professionals, we must learn how to deal with and diffuse these tense situations. This interactive program will be lead by RVSHRM member Ken Redick who will:

• Educate participants of the actual facts of U.S. workplace violence.
• Identify what causes workplace anger and assist supervisors to reflect on their supervisory styles.
• Identify the performance warning signs of the troubled employee.
• Identify the types of threats and the types of behaviors that constitute violent or possible violent actions.
• Teach steps that supervisors can take to avoid and/or diffuse violence.
• Define “stalking behaviors” and characteristics of “stalkers” for increased awareness and intervention.
• Review steps HR, supervisors and EAP's can take to use threat assessment teams effectively.

About our Speaker:

Currently the manager of the Carilion Employee Assistance Program, Ken Redick has been in the counseling field for 20 years. Ken’s specialty areas include corporate training, conflict resolution, performance coaching and team building consultations.

A graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University, Ken provides 110 client companies management consultation and training. He is a Certified Addictions Counselor, a Certified Employee Assistance Professional and EAP Coaching Specialist.

Ken is currently focusing his training efforts on ways management and employees can effectively build motivated teams while dealing with negativity and workplace stress. He is in training to become an executive life coach, creating a powerful alliance designed to forward and enhance the lifelong process of learning, effectiveness and fulfillment in his clients.

Please make reservations by utilizing the on-line event reservation form or e-mailing Joy Hanson at jhanson@iamrrha.org. Please include "RVSHRM RSVP" in the subject line. Registration Deadline is Thursday, May 22, 2008.

***IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING MEETING RESERVATIONS***

All reservations for the monthly meeting are required to be made by the Friday before the meeting. The Hotel Roanoke wants our final count on Friday and is not lenient with late additions. We can not accept any reservations past the Friday deadline. It is at the discretion of the individual to arrive on meeting day without a reservation and wait to possibly take the spot of a “no show.”

Thank you for your cooperation.

Great things are happening in the HR Community!

One of the challenges of serving as the President of RVHSRM is the amount of information that comes in and needs to be disseminated.  In this letter, I want to simply offer you some highlights of information, events and opportunities that may interest you.

I am pleased to announce that SHRM has awarded the Superior Merit Chapter designation to the RVSHRM for its scope of work in perpetuating and supporting the mission of the organization in 2007.  Congratulations to all RVHSRM members!  This honor goes out to the entire group.  The direct and indirect efforts of many members contributed to our success.

The Workforce Readiness event held in Richmond was a success.  We had 410 participants and Governor Kaine was able to attend.  As always, I am extremely proud of RVSHRM’s accomplishments in the Workforce Readiness arena in particular…..  Lauren Prada and her workforce readiness committee members including Liz Fitzgerald, Evelyn Rudisill, Debbie Reid, Sonya Payne, Brooke Perry, and Amy Fulton continue to build bridges into the local school system.  So far this year, they’ve held events in William Byrd, Salem High School and Roanoke County Insight Program.  We plan to submit a story on this team’s efforts in response to SHRM’s request for Enterprising Leadership stories.  Lauren is always seeking individuals who want to participate in the school events.  Please call her if you have an interest in being involved.

Steve Miranda both educated and entertained 110 RVSHRM members and guests at the April meeting with his presentation titled “The Quick and the Dead:  HR Strategies for the New Millennium”.  I’ve attached his PowerPoint presentation.  I hope, when you look at the “deadly sins” you won’t see yourself or your HR department in many categories! 
As I talk to members, I know that many Roanoke Valley organizations are doing great things.  Now is your time to shine!  SHRM is seeking nominations for The Human Capital Leadership Awards 2008.  Categories are:  Strategic HR Leadership, Innovative Business Solution Award, Competitive Workforce Award, and Human Capital Business Leader of the Year Award.  I urge you to consider seeking this recognition for your team’s efforts.  Who knows, maybe you’ll make all your employees proud!
I bet you didn’t know:  SHRM has a regional scholarship program for national members.  Two categories of scholarships are available; certification ($750) and academic ($1,375).  Our region will give away 12 certification scholarships and 8 academic scholarships this year.  The deadline to participate is July 18th.  

Update on the Salary Survey:  57 RVSHRM and TMA member companies participated in the WCI/TMA survey.  WCI/TMA will work hard to crunch the data and the final report will be available by July 4th.  Please plan to attending an update meeting/workshop on understanding the reports as well as gaining perspective on how these numbers can be particularly useful to your organization in our labor market.  More information on this workshop will be available in early June.

As the 2008 SHRM National Conference draws near, I would like to compile a list of RVSHRM members who plan to attending.  With 15,000 conference attendees, it is not likely that we’ll see one another if we don’t plan in advance.  And let’s face it, conferences are always more fun when you are surrounded by friends!

Regards,

HOTEL ROANOKE,
April 22, 2008
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

The following Board Members were in attendance:
 Johna Campbell, Sandy Hamilton, Michelle Glynn, Jaime Clark, Joy Hanson, Becky Reynolds, Todd Leeson, Donna Tatum, Debbie Reid, Barbara Phelps,
Tracy Hale, Phil Peters, Lauren Siegel, Sharon Bowers, and Debbie Honaker. 

The meeting was called to order by Johna Campbell, 2008 President.

Motion was made by Sharon Bowers and seconded by Becky Reynolds to approve the minutes of the March 25, 2008, Board Meeting.   The motion was passed.

Phil Peters announced that the Chapter has an opportunity to apply for the $1,000 Debra Didawich Memorial Scholarship.  The due date for application is June 23, 2008.     

Johna Campbell announced that the by-laws are in draft form and will be available for approval by the May meeting.  Proposed changes will be sent to Board Members for review before the May meeting. 

Johna Campbell announced that the May meeting will be a regular meeting instead of the proposed Spring Fling event.

Lauren Siegel announced that the William Byrd Workforce Readiness program for May has been cancelled.  The Salem High School program was held to prepare the students for the Tap Job Fair.

Johna Campbell suggested that a submission be made on our excellent Workforce Readiness programs from a national initiation standpoint and asked Lauren to oversee this submission.

Donna Tatum reported on the special interest groups.   An e-mail was sent regarding all the groups.  Several facilitators are still needed.  Several groups have either first or second meetings scheduled.  The Board will continue to monitor the success and activity of these groups.  An e-blast will be sent regarding these special interest groups.

The Virginia Western Student Chapter has donated a $50 gift certificate to Carlos for today’s Foundation raffle. 

Becky Reynolds announced that we have 310 members which moves us to a large chapter.  Her Membership Committee is working on a social event to be held in the summer.  A casino event has been suggested.    

Debbie Honaker reported that $37,632.18 from the State Conference funds has been transferred to a money market account.

Debbie Reid’s Diversity Committee is scheduled to meet this week.

Tracy Hale announced that a selection has been made for the logo.  Matt Brown, yellowhousecreative.com, has been selected for the logo design at a cost of approximately $300.  Carrie McCray will substitute for Tracy while she is on maternity leave. 

Todd Leeson announced that the first meeting of the Legislative Committee will be scheduled in the next month.

Barbara Phelps reported three people have applied for membership scholarships.  Barbara is developing criteria for the scholarships.

Lauren Siegel and Barbara Phelps will attend the State Conference in Richmond.  Virginia Tech has pledged $3,500 for the State Conference contingent upon 500 or more attendees.

Sharon Bowers, Co-Chair of the State Membership Committee, commended Becky Reynolds and her Committee for her efforts in increasing membership. 

Joy Hanson reported that 107 people have registered for today’s meeting.  She also reported an improvement in late registrations.

Todd Leeson announced that the Lynchburg Chapter will have a national speaker at their May meeting.  RVSHRM members will be invited to this meeting.

Johna Campbell reported that 45 people have responded to the Wage Survey.  Thirteen people attended the Webinar training.   The survey deadline is May 1, 2008.

Johna Campbell announced that SHRM is looking for submissions for the 3rd annual Human Capital Awards. 

RVSHRM was again awarded the Superior Merit Award.

There being no future business, the meeting was adjourned.

Respectfully submitted,

Sandy Hamilton
Secretary                                    

May Diversity Calendar

Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month

Jewish-American Heritage Month

National Better Hearing and Speech Month

National Mental Health Month

National Older Americans Month

Women's Health Care Month

5 - Cinco de Mayo (Mexico) commemorates the May 5, 1862 Battle of Puebla  in which General Ignacio Zaragoza's Mexican troops defeated Napolean III's French forces.  Many people confuse Cinco de Mayo with Mexican Independence Day (September 16, 1810). Cinco de Mayo is celebrated more in the United States than in Mexico and many people of Mexican descent celebrate with parades, music, and dancing.

18 - Isreal's Independence Day (Yom Ha'Atzma'Ut)

19 - Malcolm X's birthday (African-American, United States) The third Sunday in May marks the celebration of Malcolm X Day. Born Malcolm Little on May 19, 1925, Malcolm X became one of the most outspoken and popular leaders of the black nationalist movement in the 1960s. Malcolm X Day is celebrated in most major American cities, including Washington, D. C. where festivities draw about 75,000 people to Anacostia Park.

The Virginia Western Community College Student Chapter for Human Resources donated a $50.00 gift card to Carlos Restaurant which was won by Debbie Honaker, HR Director with Tread Corporation.

Thank you to all who donated, $124.00 was raised for the SHRM Foundation and local scholarships that will be awarded later this year.

The students from VWCC who helped sell the tickets were Julio Hastenreiteer, Adria Watts and Angela Ciafardini-Pratt. Thank you for your efforts.

To learn more about the Foundation visit www.shrm.org/foundation.

SHRM Foundation Vision/Mission

The SHRM Foundation maximizes the impact of the HR profession on organizational decision-making and performance by promoting innovation, research, and the use of research-based knowledge.

Special Interest Groups

A survey completed by the membership last year indicated much interest in providing an opportunity for groups to meet when and wherever it was convenient for them to discuss topics of interest and concern with other members of RVSHRM.

So, we listened and from the list of topics indicated on the survey, have compiled the following Special Interest Groups.  Please contact the facilitators listed to receive notification of the next meetings.

Large Corporation Networking (top level HR within a large corporate structure)
Facilitator:  Kathy Claytor at Kathy.claytor@deltadentalva.com

Training & Development
Facilitator:  Charlotte Mason at cmason@advantageresgroup.com

Benefits & Compensation
Facilitator:  Donald j. Potter, Jr. at djp@benefitstrategies.com

Staffing & Turnover
Facilitator: Jaime Clark at Jaime.clark@roanoke.com

Diversity
Facilitator:  Dan Semones at dsemones@vw.vccs.edu

Wellness
Facilitator:  Becky Reynolds at rebecca815@aol.com

Interest in Networking w/professionals in similar fields (by phone or e-mail)
Facilitator:  Gail Van Duursen at gvd@careersva.com

Please let me know if you have a topic of interest for a Special Interest Group. You can contact me at donna.tatum@expresspros.com or 540-389-8979.

Academic and Certification Scholarships for SHRM Members

100 scholarships totaling $100,000 will be awarded to SHRM members in 2008. The awards program is designed to assist working SHRM members in meeting their professional development goals. Individuals may apply for either a $1375 education scholarship or a $750 certification scholarship. The Southeast Region has a total of $20,000 to distribute which guarantees that there will be 20 scholarship winners (12
certification awards and 8 academic awards). These scholarships are made possible by tax-deductible contributions to the SHRM Foundation.

Application Deadline: July 15, 2008

Eligibility: National SHRM professional, general and associate members pursuing a college degree or working towards PHR, SPHR or GPHR are eligible to apply. SHRM student members are not eligible for these awards.

How to Apply: Visit www.shrm.org/foundation and click on *Scholarships & Awards* to print out an application or learn more about the Regional Scholarship Program.

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