CRHRA Presents: Introduction to Lean Six Sigma for Human Resources Professionals

The Capital Region Human Resource Association (CRHRA) will hold the next Monthly Meeting and Program on Wednesday, November 10, 2010.

Human Resource Departments continually look at how they can get things done more efficiently.  You’ve probably heard about Lean Six Sigma with respect to manufacturing and wonder, what can it do for my Human Resources Department?  Our November meeting will   answer this question and give you an introduction as to how you can apply it to your processes.

This presentation is designed as an introduction to Lean Six Sigma for Human Resource professionals. Attendees will come away from this presentation with a conceptual understanding of Lean Six Sigma and real world examples of how it can be applied to Human Resource processes.

Our speaker, David Duda, is a Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Black Belt at the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO). He joined the NYISO in 2008 and is responsible for facilitation of LSS training, leading continuous improvement efforts, mentoring of LSS practitioners and serving as an internal consultant to the organization. Prior to joining the NYISO, David worked as a Six Sigma Black Belt at Delta Air Lines’ technical operations facility in Atlanta, GA. While with Delta, David began his Six Sigma training in 1998 and received his Black Belt certification in 2001.

This program has been submitted for 1.0 credit hours toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). 

This event begins with registration, networking, and breakfast buffet from 7:00am – 8:00am and program from 8:00am – 9:00am at the Holiday Inn Turf on Wolf Road in Albany.

Reservations may be made at www.CRHRA.org or by contacting CRHRA at (518) 463-8687.  The events are open to the public.  The Monthly Meeting & Program: CRHRA Members $25, Non-Members $30, Students $15.

The Capital Region Human Resource Association is the Northeastern New York State Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). CRHRA is a local organization dedicated to serving Human Resource Professionals and has been advancing the profession for over 60 years.  The Chapter was founded in 1946 and is currently comprised of over 1000 professionals, employed in various human resource functions in over 450 companies region wide. 

For more information about CRHRA or to become a member, visit CRHRA’s website (http://www.crhra.org) or contact CRHRA by phone (518) 463-8687.

CRHRA Presents: Healthcare Reform: The Affordable Care Act – The Race for Compliance is On!

The Capital Region Human Resources Association (CRHRA) will hold the next Monthly Meeting and Program on Wednesday, September 15, 2010.

The first compliance dates for the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (commonly known as "Healthcare Reform”) are right around the corner. The Capital Region Human Resource Association invites you to kick off the 2010-2011 program year with attorney Amelia A. Klein to learn:

• What employers must do for plan years that begin on or after September 23rd;
• How to administer young adult coverage under the ACA;
• How a plan loses "grandfather" status, and what the impact is, including first-dollar preventive care coverage,
• The new internal and external appeals requirements.

Amelia M. Klein is a Member of Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC, located in its Albany, NY office who advises employers on the design and compliance of employee benefit programs. She is graduate of the University at Albany, State University of New York and Fordham University School of Law.

This program has been submitted for 1.5 credit hours toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).

This event begins with registration and cocktail hour from 5:00pm – 6:00pm, dinner from 6:00pm – 7:00pm, and program from 7:00pm – 8:30pm at the Holiday Inn Turf on Wolf Road in Albany.

Reservations may be made at www.CRHRA.org or by contacting CRHRA at (518) 463-8687. The events are open to the public. The Monthly Meeting & Program: CRHRA Members $30, Non-Members $38, Students $10.

The Capital Region Human Resource Association is the Northeastern New York State Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). CRHRA is a local organization dedicated to serving Human Resource Professionals and has been advancing the profession for over 60 years. The Chapter was founded in 1946 and is currently comprised of over 1000 professionals, employed in various human resource functions in over 450 companies region wide.

For more information about CRHRA or to become a member, visit CRHRA’s website (http://www.crhra.org) or contact CRHRA by phone (518) 463-8687.

Call for Sponsors: Capital Region Diversity and Inclusion Awards

Does your organization foster an inclusive work environment? Are your employees respected and embraced for their unique talents? CRHRA is pleased to announce the call for sponsorships for the 4th Annual - Capital Region Diversity and Inclusion Awards on October 14th, 2010. We will be presenting awards and celebrating Capital District employers in recognition of their creative and innovative strategies that promote the spirit of diversity within their organizations.

For this event to be successful, we need your assistance. Professional sponsorship & advertising opportunities available.

By supporting this event, you can show the community how critical diversity is to your mission. For more information on the benefits of sponsorship visit the CRHRA webpage @ www.crhra.org and view the sponsorship form on the Diversity Committee page; or contact Mat Petrin – Sponsorship Chair, at mpetrin@nycap.rr.com.

CRHRA facilitates the advancement of the Human Resource Profession and Professionals, maintains affiliation with the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), and supports SHRM initiatives. We offer a wide variety of programming, including legal forums, diversity, management coaching, leadership, training and development, legislative activities, employee assistance, internal investigations, CEO panels, demographics, and emergency preparation. The Capital Region Diversity and Inclusion Award – is a celebration of workplace diversity.

CRHRA ANNOUNCES NEW OFFICERS & MEMBERS OF ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Capital Region Human Resource Association (CRHRA) recently announced the newly elected officers and members of its Board of Directors for 2010-2011. Officers include Tracy Spargo of Pitney Bowes, President; Harry Hayes of New Visions, Vice President; Miriam Dushane of Linium, Secretary; Thomas McKenna of McKenna & Assoc., Treasurer. Newly elected Board of Directors include Melissa Dunn, First Student; Chris Patrie, Janitronics; Mario Pecoraro, Alliance Worldwide Investigative; Mat Petrin, Golub Corp. Continuing board members include Marjorie Adams, Women’s Employment & Resource Center; Debra Antonelli, Delark HR Solutions; Kelly Conroy, Clearview Center; Sara Delaney Vero, Bond, Schoeneck & King; Martin Patrick; Peg Porpeglia, Golub Corp.; Dennis Ryan, NPA Financial Services; Cathleen Smith, First Niagara; Chris Wessell, Pinnacle Recruiting & HR Solutions. CRHRA is comprised of over 1000 professionals, employed in various human resource functions in over 450 companies.

DOL Interprets FMLA to Cover Same-Sex Parents

Log into the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) to read the full article: http://www.shrm.org/legalissues/federalresources/pages/fmlaparent.aspx.