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Employee Engagement Breakfast Series
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Dates: April 9 and May 14, 2014
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Approved for 2 HRCI Recertification Credits Each Session
Registration:
PHRA Members: $49 each session
Non Members: $99 each session
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Free Webinar - The Keys to Increasing Employee Engagement
| Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. EDT
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We will look at the differences between motivation and engagement and give you a process which will enhance your employees' commitment to increasing their loyalty and performance. This webinar is currently being reviewed by the HRCI for 1 Recertification credit. |
The New Face of Need Campaign
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The Salvation Army of Western PA is now offering an easy, automatic employee giving program for companies based in Western PA. See http://bit.ly/1hiLIkU to learn more about the program.
In an effort to gain feedback from the HR community regarding this program, please click on the link below and complete the survey. We appreciate your support in advance!
Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/6LX7L8R
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Contribute to the May Perspectives Newsletter!
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Interested in writing for the May Perspectives newsletter? Have an article you would like to submit for publishing? The submission deadline for the May issue is Monday, April 14th, 2014.
We are seeking articles covering the following topics:
- Employee Engagement and Retention
- Healthcare Reform
- HR and Corporate Ethics
- Compensation and Total Rewards
- Training and Development
- Legal Updates
- Multiculturalism and Diversity
- Retirement Planning
- HR Performance Metrics
- Local Issues and Topics (Pittsburgh/Western PA)
Other topical content is welcome as well. Please send submissions and questions to:
Liz Lamping, [email protected].
Editorial Guidelines for submissions can be found HERE.
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Coffee & Donuts with the PHRA Executive Committee (Members Only)
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Date: Thursday, April 17, 2014
Time: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Location: NEW PHRA Office in One Gateway Center
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THIS EVENT IS FOR PHRA MEMBERS ONLY.
Join the PHRA Executive Committee and Staff for an informal breakfast and opportunity to see our new office and meet our Executive Committee and Staff!
Check out photos from past PHRA Networking Events:
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Is it Time to Kill the Performance Review?
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Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: New PHRA Office - One Gateway Center
Presented by Bill Thomas of Centric Performance, LLC.
Learn More & Register
Approved for 3 HRCI Recertification Credits
Registration:
PHRA Members: $49
Non Members: $99
This session provides an eye-opening and useful discussion of the performance management practices and related tools used by companies who have discovered for themselves whether this practice is an organization's friend or foe.
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Employee Development on a Shoestring: Developing Talent Outside the Classroom
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Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Time: 5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.
Location: City County Building, 414 Grant Street, Pittsburgh
Presented by: Halelly Azulay
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Consider the pros and cons of various non-training development methods, consider the requirements and specifications of three specific employee development ideas, and begin to develop a strategy for implementing new employee development methods for your organization. |
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April Meet Your PHRA Colleagues
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Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Fox & Hound
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$15 for Members and Non Members
Join us for Happy Hour to WELCOME new PHRA members, MINGLE with familiar acquaintances, and CONNECT with new business contacts who can help you in your profession and in your HR career! We welcome new and veteran members alike to join us for an opportunity to meet PHRA's Board, Staff, and fellow PHRAers.
Check out photos from past PHRA Networking Events:
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PHR/SPHR Certification Test Saturday Review
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Date: Saturday, April 26, 2014
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: New PHRA Office - One Gateway Center
Learn More & Register
Registration:
PHRA Members: $35
Non Members: $45
This full day review will cover all six modules as an excellent opportunity to gauge your knowledge and where you should focus your studying during the last few weeks before your PHR/SPHR Certification Test!
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Getting the Best from Your Best: Selecting & Developing High Potential Leaders
(SPHR Credits)
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Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2014
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Location: New PHRA Office - One Gateway Center
Learn More & Register
Approved for 2 SPHR Recertification Credits
Registration:
PHRA Members: $49
Non Members: $99
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Carnegie Mellon University's H. John Heinz III College is proud to announce a brand new partnership with the Pittsburgh Human Resources Association (PHRA). Designed to help promote and develop the academic opportunities for human resources professionals in the Greater Pittsburgh area, Heinz College will award 35% scholarship support to all incoming Master of Public Management students (MPM) who are current members of PHRA. The MPM program is available in a truly student-centered part-time platform.
Eligibility
The program is designed for Pittsburgh Human Resources Association (PHRA) members who are interested in pursuing a master's degree in Public Management at the Heinz College. The MPM requires five years or more of professional work experience (GRE/GMAT not required).
Admissions
To learn more about the Heinz College or the PHRA partnership, please contact David Eber, Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, at [email protected] or 412-268-3347. |
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Vendor Spotlight
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After 120 Years, You Pick Up a Thing or Two.
Since 1893, Henderson Brothers has eagerly accepted the challenge to anticipate the needs of our clients and community every day, regardless of the economic climate. Our promise of integrity and responsiveness has been honed and proven through four panics, three depressions and 18 recessions. (We average about 30 years older than most of the insurance companies we deal with.)
In other words, we are EXPERTS who are here for you - from business insurances such as property, casualty, professional liability, workers' compensation, and employee benefits and retirement, to personal health, auto, life and homeowners'.
As an independent agency, Henderson Brothers represents approximately 100 insurance carriers, including the most established and respected companies in the industry. Our long-standing, highly successful relationships ensure that our customers receive the best products and services available today.
Henderson Brothers - EXPECT AN EXPERT
Follow our Blog for insights on risk management, employee benefits, human resources compliance, and Health Care Reform.
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2014 People Do Matter Awards Pictures Have Been Posted!
| Thank you to everyone that came out to the 2014 People Do Matter Awards on Wednesday, March 19th! Click the button below to check out pictures from the event:
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PHRA Golf and Bocce Outing
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Date: Friday, June 6, 2014
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Montour Heights Country Club, Coraopolis, PA 15109
Learn More & Register
Dust off your clubs and get ready to hit the greens as PHRA kicks off its 29th annual Golf & Bocce Outing. This is one of PHRA's best-attended events and provides great networking opportunities amount peers, vendors, and customers.
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Thank You to the Golf & Bocce Sponsors:
Vision Benefits of America
Gatto Associates, LLC
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette | Monster
Colorado Technical University
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Sponsor Opportunities
Check out photos from last year's Golf and Bocce Event:
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14th Annual PA State SHRM Legislative & Legal Conference
| Date: Friday, May 2, 2014
Time: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Harrisburg Hilton
Learn More & Register
Join the Pennsylvania State Council of SHRM, Inc. for an educational day of state and federal employment law updates as well as great networking opportunities. |
SHRM 2014 Annual Conference & Exposition
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Attend a PHR/SPHR Certification Prep Class Module
| Interested in brushing up on one (or more!) of the PHR/SPHR certification modules? We are pleased to offer per-module registration to our members for the Spring 2014 Certification Prep Class!
Registration: $49 per module
Contact the office today to learn more and register at 412-261-5537 or e-mail Deven at [email protected]!
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Chapter Connections
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Cambria Somerset Human Resources Association 6th Annual HR Conference
Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Frank J. Pasquerilla Conference Center, Johnstown, PA
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Join a PHRA Committee!
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PHRA is currently seeking volunteers to participate on the Association's committees. To participate as a committee volunteer, you must be a PHRA member in good standing.
More information about our committees and their responsibilities can be found HERE.
Committee participation at the PHRA is an excellent way to expand your network connections, enhance your leadership skills, and give back to the profession! Contact the PHRA today if you are interested in participating at [email protected].
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PHRA Vendor Directory
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Each month, more than 1,100 HR Professionals turn to the PHRA website in the course of their work. Many of these professionals are searching for products and services to help them approach their jobs more effectively. As a valued PHRA member we would like to offer you two months free with the purchase of a 12 month posting on the NEW PHRA Vendor Directory.
The PHRA Vendor Directory is a searchable, on-line tool for product and service referrals within the field of HR available to both members and non-members. Any company or individual may purchase a listing.
The directory is a listing of your company and contact information in up to two out of twenty five areas of HR product and service specialization. Listings are accessible to anyone and may be searched by the product/service category.
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Our web site offers a myriad of resources for PHRA members. Here are just a few of the things you can do online:
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