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What will YOUR legacy be?

Posted on January 2, 2012 by lrohre

Happy New Year, AHRMA friends! As I prepared to begin my new role as your 2012 professional association President, I find that it’s important to look to the future while always being mindful of what you are leaving behind.  I started by reflecting on this past year, and all that AHRMA has accomplished:

  • Significantly expanded the Legislative and Legal Action Committee offerings
  • Created a partnership between our Workforce Readiness Committee and the Texas Workforce Solutions to develop a certificate program
  • Developed a new website which will be rolled out in the next few days
  • Provided significantly more HRCI certified programs during our monthly meetings and annual conference
  • Provided more “Members Only” benefits such as webinars, special networking events, and legal round table discussions at each monthly meeting
  • Started to expand on programs to help our veterans
  • Gained momentum with the affinity groups
  • and this list goes on and on

This could not have happened without all of our fabulous 2011 volunteers and volunteer leaders – THANK YOU!  AHRMA truly has some amazing people among its membership.

In December, approximately 25 volunteers and the 2012 Board of Directors held a strategic planning workshop to help develop initiatives, goals and programs for 2012, and your 2012 Board of Directors will soon begin developing the roadmaps to accomplish these initiatives, goals and programs, so stay tuned, and check the website regularly!

As is tradition for each incoming President, I had to come up with my theme for 2012.  As I thought about it, I asked myself, “How can I use my position to make a positive impact?”  “Will my life’s meaning be reflected in my work with AHRMA?”  It didn’t take me long to realize that I wanted to focus on legacy. Legacy is about giving back – to those around us, to our communities, to our profession; about being a servant leader and a role model.  I know what I want to be remembered for, and I strive to live that each and every day.  Of course, I am more human than others sometimes and I make plenty of mistakes, but as a former Girl Scout Leader, I live by the Girl Scout rule…to leave things better than the way I found them.  Think about all the ways others have helped you – either personally or professionally.  How has AHRMA helped you?  How can you give back?  Through mentorship programs, succession planning, professional development, networking, community service, volunteerism, etc.  There are so many ways to get involved and help others and your profession.  What will YOUR legacy be?

I am honored to serve as your 2012 President.  The 2012 Board of Directors and I are committed to enhancing your AHRMA membership experience, and hope that you will share in the volunteer experience with us.

Wishing you all the best in 2012.  Yours in service,

Lori Rohre, PHR

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Workforce Readiness NEW Sub-Committee: “Professionals in Transition”

Posted on December 14, 2011 by rorohrer

“NEW” Workforce Readiness Volunteer Opportunities!

During the 2011 Workforce Readiness Committee Strategic Planning Workshop held on October 25th, an overwhelming need was identified to create a new sub-committee to support both military and HR professionals “in transition.” John Steele and I have “volunteered” to Co-Chair this new initiative and we are reaching out to all WFR Committee and AHRMA members to enlist your support and involvement.

Working Title:                              Professionals in Transition”

Initial Target Groups:                 Military professionals and HR professionals

Mission:                                     To be determined by founding members

2012 Projects:                           To be determined by founding members

If you have an interest in learning more about this new initiative and opportunities to get involved on the ground floor of building this program, please email John and Ramona to be invited to our first meeting in January 2012.

Contact Information:

John Steele                        john.steele@live.com

Ramona Rohrer                ramonar@stedwards.edu

Get involved in making a difference in your community!

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Workforce Readiness – “My Cup Runneth Over…”

Posted on December 14, 2011 by rorohrer

Dear Workforce Readiness Committee Members:

My cup runneth over with joy at all you have accomplished in the past three years!

As you are aware, the Workforce Readiness Committee was launched in January 2009 as part of my Presidential theme to create greater outreach to the Austin community. It has been a labor of love for me to have launched this committee and to have been “two in the box” every step of the way with our first VP Workforce Readiness, Kate McLagan, during the first fledgling year. In some respects, it seems like yesterday we were brainstorming to determine the direction/focus of our Workforce Readiness Committee initiatives. But before too long, we had identified our mission “to create partnerships and programs to bridge workforce readiness gaps” and we formed our first partnerships with E3 Alliance, Communities in Schools, Texas Business Education Coalition, and Workforce Solutions – Capital Area.

At the end of my term as 2009 President, I was asked to stay on the AHRMA Board and serve as VP Workforce Readiness to continue to build the committee and expand outreach in 2010 and 2011. It has been my privilege and honor to serve you all in this capacity for the past two years. What strides you have made!!

-        You grew committee membership to approximately 100 volunteers

-        You launched four sub-committees to focus on primary program areas

-        You coordinated three successful WFR Days that spread the word regarding the importance of Workforce Readiness to individuals, their organizations, and their communities

-        You significantly increased community awareness of AHRMA, and

-        You received numerous “kudos” from the Austin community for the work you have done – most recently partnering with Workforce Solutions – Capital Area to create the WorkReady Austin Certificate Program

WOW – you are all AMAZING– because it’s all of YOU who accomplished this – I just came along for the ride and what a ride it has been!!

And so, it’s time to pass the baton to new leadership. Your new leaders possess three strong leadership characteristics that resonate with me – the ability to engage, empower, and execute. I am confident in their ability to take the Workforce Readiness Committee to the next level!

Congratulations to Kristin Huber and Liisa Pursiheimo-Marcks who will serve as your Co-VPs!! They will be sworn in on Thursday, December 15, 2011 at the AHRMA installation ceremony to be held during the luncheon meeting. I hope to see you there.

I leave your Workforce Readiness Committee in very good hands!

Sincerely,

Ramona

Ramona Rohrer

VP Workforce Readiness & Past President 2009

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Plan to Attend – the 2012 AHRMA Volunteer Fair

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Wendy Chance

SAVE THE DATE and Mark Your Calendars for January 19th, 2012

AHRMA’s SECOND ANNUAL VOLUNTEER FAIR

Immediately preceding and following the January 2012 Lunch Presentation

All Committees will have Representative available to share information.  This is your chance to make a difference!  If you are looking for a one time or long-term opportunity, we will have the right Volunteer opportunity for you!

Want to get started before January 19th?  Contact any of the 2012 Board of Directors

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2012 Call for Speakers and Presentations

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Wendy Chance

You Are Invited to Present!

The Austin Human Resource Management Association is now accepting proposals from Speakers for 2012.

 Opportunities include our annual conference on August 23rd  and 24th,  various monthly meetings, Legal Round tables, Special Interest and  Affinity Groups, Webinars and  Stepping Stones to Enhanced Leadership.

Interested Presenters should complete enclosed application:

http://austinhumanresource.org/associations/2683/files/Call%20for%20AHRMA%20Speakers%202012.docx

Topics of great interest to our organization include:  Strategic Management, Change Management, Workforce Planning and Employment, Global HR Planning, Employee and Labor Relations, Organizational Development, Leadership,  Diversity, Business Acumen, Risk Management,  Human Resource Development, Workforce Readiness, Legal, Ethics and other related topics included in the HRCI Body of Knowledge.  Ideal Speakers will educate, inspire, empower and motivate.

Application deadline to present at  the Annual Conference is February 1st.  Applications for other meetings will be reviewed throughout the year as programs and themes are developed.  Please forward completed applications to both:

VPProgram@austinhumanresource.org and VPConference@austinhumanresource.org

Member Referrals and Suggestions Welcome-Programming is all about your interests!

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Mark Your Calendars and Save the Dates for 2012!

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Wendy Chance

Want to get ahead in 2012?  Your professional development starts at AHRMA monthly meetings!

Monthly meeting held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel

January 19, Crowne Plaza, Technology

February 16, Crowne Plaza, Business Leadership

April 26, Crowne Plaza, Benefits Blitz

May 24, Crowne Plaza, Workforce Readiness Day

June 28, Crowne Plaza, Legislative Action Day

August 23th & 24th-Annual Conference, Omni Southpark Hotel

September 20, Crowne Plaza, Employee Relations

October 18, Crowne Plaza, Diversity

November 15, Crowne Plaza, Organization/Employee Development

December 13, Crowne Plaza, Presidents Choice

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Tip 2 – The 16 Success Principles

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Wendy Chance

This is more about  the “Self help”  books, programs, cd’s, and videos that  have a lot of  merit when we approach self-improvement. Finishing 2011, and preparing for 2012,  consider version 2.

As a reminder, the principles are these:  A positive mental attitude,  definiteness of purpose,  going the extra mile,  accurate thinking,  self-discipline,  the master mind,  applied faith,  a pleasing personality,  personal initiative,  enthusiasm,  controlled attention, teamwork,  learning from defeat,  creative vision,  budgeting time & money,  maintaining sound physical and mental health.

Keep all of these points in mind when studying, viewing or listening. 

Here is the tip of the week:  Listen, read or view as if the author were speaking directly to you, and only you.

Looking forward to sharing in the future,

Wendy Chance, CTS
2011 AHRMA President

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AHRMA Members – It’s Time to Renew!

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Wendy Chance

Now is the time, before the busy Holiday season, and the end of the year to take advantage of your AHRMA Membership in 2012.  Renewing in December means you get a full 12 months of support, information, networking, reduced meeting costs,  and members only advantages and events. 

Go on-line today and renew!  www.austinhumanresource.org

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From the President’s Podium…………….It’s All About the People, Volunteerism & Priorities

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Wendy Chance

As your 2011 President, I have been so fortunate to follow in the footsteps of some very gifted, intelligent and incredible Leaders. I have been even more fortunate to serve with an amazing and dedicated Board of Directors.  These Leaders have shared many lessons with me throughout this year:  the planning, the organizing, the priorities, the contributions, the volunteerism and all of the other lessons that help a Volunteer organization run smoothly.   As the year began, your 2011 AHRMA Board of Directors started to work on some specific, member driven, initiatives that were developed during  the strategic planning meetings in December 2010.

Imagine, a year later, being able to participate in more wonderful strategic planning events and  seeing  our 2011 formula for success come full circle, and be fulfilled.

Another Chapter now begins. During the 2012 planning meetings, many AHRMA  Volunteers came together again to look for ways to improve our Association;  to help one another find answers within our community;  to heighten the goals of our profession; and to expand the influence of HR in Central Texas   Many suggestions were evaluated, benchmarks established, initiatives reviewed,  and  the bar for performance and priorities in 2012 was raised yet again. 

 I had the pleasure of being “The Scribe” for my friend, and our wonderful incoming President Lori Rohre at one of these meetings.  Enclosed are parts of the 2012  New Year’s Resolutions and goals from our Volunteer Leaders. I asked the Volunteers if I could share some of their resolutions to give a sneak preview into 2012.

 Any ideas ring a bell for you?  What’s in your future for 2012?  Can AHRMA help you with your professional resolutions?

Make a resolution to make the most of your AHRMA Membership.  Be involved, be engaged, be committed to aligning and connecting within your own organization.

 Over the last year, I have been able to share some of the many new creative initiatives of  AHRMA 2011 and it is truly amazing how much has been accomplished.  A new Website, new special interest groups, SHRM Foundation focus, Career center,  “Members Only ” benefits, updated Stepping Stones program, Workforce Readiness certificate program, expanded monthly programming, annual Conference and so many more.  I hope that you will consider sharing in these activities in 2012.

I would like to send a huge Thank You and Congratulations to the 2011/2012 Board of Directors, our fabulous Volunteers, all of our Membership, our previous Leadership, and the Coles Management/AHRMA office for all of their support and encouragement during this year.  I will always be a Volunteer at heart; very honored and blessed to be able to serve. This experience has been one of my greatest Volunteer gifts and one that I will continue to gift to others.

All my best to all of you, and my sincere thanks for the opportunity,

Wendy Chance, CTS

2011 President

 

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AHRMA and OPERATION BLUE SANTA: A WINNING COMBINATION

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Wendy Chance

AHRMA members and volunteers demonstrate their spirit of giving in so many ways throughout the year.  We give of our time, talents, and resources to each other, our employers, and our HR organization.  As the holiday season approaches, we are once again given the opportunity to reach out to our community to help those in need through Operation Blue Santa.

AHRMA is excited about participating in Operation Blue Santa, a non-profit organization that delivered toys and food to approximately 3,500 families with 14,000 children in 2009.

You can make a difference in the life of a child this holiday season!  Join your AHRMA colleagues on Thursday, December 15, 2011, by bringing a new, unwrapped toy, book, or stuffed animal to our monthly luncheon at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.  Small toys that can be easily wrapped and hand-delivered are preferred.  No toy weapons or skateboards, please.

AHRMA volunteers will be on hand to accept your donated toys and add to our collection.  After the meeting, we will be delivering donated items to an Operation Blue Santa drop-off facility. 

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season by partnering with AHRMA to help the less fortunate children in our community through Operation Blue Santa.

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