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LAST CHANCE: Contribute to the March Perspectives Newsletter!
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Interested in writing for the March Perspectives newsletter? Have an article you would like to submit for publishing? The submission deadline for the March issue is this Friday, February 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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NEW: April Meet Your PHRA Colleagues
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Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Fox & Hound,
Learn More & Register Here
$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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PHRA Grand Opening Networking Event Sponsored by PNC
| Date: Thursday, March 6, 2014
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Location: NEW PHRA Office, One Gateway Center
Register Here
Join us for an evening of networking in our brand new office! Entry is free but registration is required.
Thank you to the event sponsor:
PNC Bank
Check out photos from past PHRA Networking Events:
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Project for Freedom Presents: Focus on Ability - Hiring People with Disabilities is a Good Business!
| Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Time: 8:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Rodef Shalom Synagogue, 4905 Fifth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Learn More & Register Here
HRCI Credits - Free Parking - Free Admission Breakfast Served - Resource Toolkit Provided
*Support the Summer Program Scholarship Fund: Suggested Donation $20
Contact:
Phone: 412-246-4434
E-mail: [email protected]
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Chapter Connections
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2014 Philadelphia SHRM Symposium:
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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Employee Engagement Breakfast Series
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Dates: March 12, April 9, and May 14, 2014
Time: 8:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Approved for 6 HRCI Recertification Credits Total (2 Credits Each Session)
Registration:
PHRA Members: $49 each session, or bundle all three sessions for $119
Non Members: $99 each session, or bundle all three sessions for $239
Presented by: Tina Graziotto, Dale Carnegie and
Kathleen Himler, Dale Carnegie
In 2013, The Conference Board conducted a "CEO Challenge" survey asking 720 CEO's across the nation to rank the challenges they are currently facing. The number one challenge identified by these CEO's was Human Capital, specifically retention and development. More and more executive teams are becoming aware their role in creating a companywide culture of engagement.
As a matter of fact, employee engagement is one of the most important and profitable initiatives senior executives can allocate time and resources to. Since 2008, research and studies have consistently shown direct correlation between high levels of engagement and employee retention. The more engaged an employee the less likely it is they will leave the organization.
In this three part series, we will look at what is required from Senior Executives, Human Resources and Managers in order to increase levels of employee engagement.
Session One: Wednesday, March 12
How Smart Senior Leaders Pave the Road for Employee Engagement
Session Two: Wednesday, April 9
The Manager-Employee Relationship: The Bottom Line for Engagement
Session Three: Wednesday, May 14
HR Role in Creating Employee Engagement
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This Week: FranklinCovey's The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
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Date: Thursday, February 13, 2014
Time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Renaissance Downtown - 107 6th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Learn More & Register
Registration:
Only $29 for PHRA Members (Originally $49!)
Enter code gamechanger at checkout to receive your discount.
Celebrating 25 years of helping millions of people around the world improve their effectiveness, the new 7 Habits Signature 4.0 has been developed with an intense focus on helping participants internalize and sustain 20 game changing behaviors. More relevant than ever, the new program contains the timeless principles you love with new tools, activities and videos.
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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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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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The Callos Company is a full service human resource support organization specializing in temporary and temporary-to-hire administrative (all types), data entry industrial, light technical and warehouse positions. We also have specialized vertical markets in IT Technical, Medical (clinical & non-clinical staffing), Executive Coaching, Outplacement services, PEO Leasing Services, Financial Services, and Benefits. Ask us how we can work with your organization today!
Contact:
Marcy McKivitz
412-281-8235
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NEXT WEEK: Meet Your PHRA Colleagues
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Date: Thursday, February 20, 2014
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Mad Mex - Robinson
2 Robinson Plaza Park Manor Drive Robinson Twp, PA 15205 (Near the Cloverleaf between 376 and 60)
Learn More & Register Here
$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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NEW: College Relations Kickoff Networking Event
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Date: Tuesday, March 25
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Location: The Porch - 221 Schenley Dr.
Learn More & Register
The PHRA is breathing new life into our College Relations Committee and would like to invite you to our kickoff event!
Check out photos from past PHRA Networking Events:
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HR 101: HR Issues Every Professional Should Know
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Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Reed Smith, 225 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15222
Approved for 5.5 HRCI Recertification Credits
Registration: PHRA Members: $139
Non Members: $179
This workshop will provide you with proven, practical applied employment law and effective HR practice education that quickly provides the tools you need in a format you can relate to.
This workshop is ideal for managers, supervisors, and anyone new to the HR profession, you will learn about the legal arena and the evolution of employment law; the do's and don'ts of an HR Professional, and strategies for avoiding invasion of privacy, among other topics.
We've organized this course to give you what you've been looking for--clear, concise information that gives you the practical do's and don'ts of smart employee management. In a few enjoyable hours, you'll not only know the steps that help keep an employer out of trouble, you'll understand why best practice makes sense. Thank You to the HR 101 Sponsors: Single Source Benefits Littler Vision Benefits of America Point Park University Premier HR Services Insights Geneva College Gatto Associates, LLC |
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 Donna at [email protected]!
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Call for Presenters: 2014 PHRA Annual Conference & Exhibition
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The PHRA is now accepting proposals to present at the 2014 Annual Conference. The PHRA uses the Proposal for Providers of Presentations or Services to process requests submitted by both its current and prospective members to provide pro bono presentations or services to our membership. We appreciate your interest in submitting a proposal to share your experience and expertise with our members and HR professionals in Southwestern PA.
Topic Areas of Interest in 2014:
*Topics do not need to fit into one of these areas, these are topics that we are targeting based on member interest and current business trends.
- Change Management
- Employee Misconduct-Preventing and Investigating
- Employment Law Trends
- Financial Management for HR
- Healthcare Reform
- Managing Conflict and Mediation
- Social Networking and the Legal Complications
- Succession Planning
- Strategic Business Management
- Talent Management
- Wellness Strategies
Please ONLY submit the Proposal for Providers of Presentations or Services form to Liz Lamping ([email protected]) no later than March 15, 2014.
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Attend the 2014 People Do Matter Awards
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PHRA is honored to announce the 2014 People Do Matter Mistress of Ceremonies, Lynne Hayes-Freeland, KDKA.
On behalf of the Pittsburgh Human Resources Association and the People Do Matter Committee, we would like congratulate the following companies for being selected as finalists for the PHRA 2014 People Do Matter Awards (category winners will be announced at the awards celebration):
- The Bradley Center
- Duquesne University
- EDMC
- Familylinks
- Glade Run Lutheran Services
- Homeless Children's Education Fund
- Legend Financial Advisors, Inc.
- Matthews International
- MedExpress Urgent Care
- NOVA Chemicals
- The Rhodes Group
- Woodlands Foundation, Inc.
Opening the program this year is Ultimate Software's Vice President of SaaS Technology and Strategic Alliances, Jim Jensen. Jim will share with the audience how Ultimate Software landed a Top Ten spot on Fortune's 2013 List of the "100 Best Companies to Work For." Learn what it takes for a company to be a highly desirable place to work and practical tips for building your brand as an Employer of Choice.
Immediately following Jim's presentation Tamiko Stanley, Vice President of People Do Matter will introduce the Mistress of the Ceremonies, Lynne Hayes-Freeland who will announce the winners of this prestigious award.
Join us at 5:00 p.m. on March 19th for a fabulous evening of networking and celebration as we announce the winners of this prestigious award.
Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: DoubleTree by the Hilton - Green Tree
Thank You to the People Do Matter Sponsors:
*Sponsors of this program in no way affect the selection of the overall winners, a neutral judging panel with strict metrics reviews the nominations and selects the overall winners.
Gatto Associates, LLC
Glade Run Lutheran Services
La Roche College
Nova Chemicals
Paychex
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/Monster
PNC Bank
Ultimate Software
Vision Benefits of America
Workday
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PHRA Golf and Bocce Outing
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Date: Friday, June 13th, 2014
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Montour Heights Country Club, Coraopolis, PA 15109
Learn More & Register Here
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.
Thank You to the Golf & Bocce Sponsors:
Vision Benefits of America
Gatto Associates, LLC
Sponsor Opportunities
Check out photos from last year's Golf and Bocce Event:
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SHRM 2014 Annual Conference & Exposition
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