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Congratulations to each and every

one of you that participated in the

Veteran’s Event that the HIHRC and

Salvation Army held in July at the Hol-

iday Inn Express in East Peoria.

We have been selected by national

SHRM as a finalist for the 2015 Pinna-

cle Award!

The Pinnacle Awards Program is

designed to recognize outstanding

achievements in chapter/state council

development and contributions to the

advancement of effective HR manage-

ment. All SHRM professional chapters

and state councils are eligible to com-

pete if they have submitted their

SHAPE report and meet minimum

affiliation requirements. (SHRM)

Our chapter is one of seven in the

entire United States that will be

honored on November 20th in

Washington D.C. at a special

luncheon!

Attending the luncheon are Cathy Plouzek,

who was in charge of the event, Sharon

Bond, 2017 President Elect and Nancy

Wraight, 2016 Chapter President.

This is a major, wonderful program for our

chapter, but it is even greater than that—

we are talking more about veterans in the

work place and are working on initiatives to

drive that forward later in 2015 and in 2016.

The HIHRC has previously won the Pinna-

cle Award for our partnership with the Peo-

ria Park District and the ELITE Program,

started by Carl Cannon. We are still active-

ly involved in this project and will be looking

for chapter volunteers in early 2016.

Thank you to everyone who helped make

this possible!

WELCOME 2016 NEW BOARD MEMBERS

We would like to

congratulate and welcome

our new board members for

2016.

Please help us welcome:

Rob Burn (current member

of board, retains member-

ship), AAIM—Employer’s

Association

Cheryl Bane, MH Equipment

Erika Carbis, MH Equipment

Janice Hall, CEFCU

Chris Johnson, Goodwill of

Central Illinois

A strategic planning and wel-

come to the board meeting

was had this past week and

we are excited about 2016!

Please congratulate them and

thank all of those that have

served through 2015. We

will miss them as well:

Wendy Bass

Dawn Edwards

Missy Sallee

Laurie Trompeter

... and those that have

moved away or taken other

jobs in the course of their

board tenure:

Holly Nelson

Melishea Williams

WE DID IT AGAIN! (HOPEFULLY!!!)

HEART OF ILLINOIS HUMAN

RESOURCE COUNCIL NEWSLETTER

NOVEMBER 2015

2015 Account

Balance

Checking—

$8,160.40

Savings—

$5,476.86

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Please join us in November for our annual Labor Law seminar on Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at the Peoria

Country Club.

HR LEGAL UPDATE 11:15 AM—11:30 AM—Registration 11:30 AM—12:00 PM—Lunch and Networking 12:00 PM—1:30 PM— Program Employment/labor law case law and statutory developments for 2016 will be discussed. Participants will achieve an understanding of the most recent court interpretations of existing and common statutory laws governing employment relationships and the requirements imposed by new legislation effective in 2016. Our speaker is J. Reed Roesler who graduated from the University of Illinois College of Law in 1979. His practice is focused on the exclusive representation of businesses in the areas of labor and employment law, wage and hour compliance, occupational safety and health and related litigation. Mr. Roesler regularly represents employers before the U.S. and Illinois Departments of Labor, the EEOC, The Illinois Department of Human Rights and the Illinois Human Rights Commission, the National Labor Relations Board, OSHA and the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission. Mr. Roesler has represented employers at every level of the state and federal court systems, including the United States Supreme Court. Please join us. SHRM and HRCI credits pending for 1.5 hours. Meeting Fees: $25.00 members; $15.00 first time guests, $40.00 non-members and $15.00 for students.

MEETING SCHEDULED

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JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL SHARE THE SPIRIT!

Where does HR go to for fun? Who do they talk to when they have an issue? Why, other HR

people of course! All religions and denominations are welcome!

Please join us for our annual Share the Spirit luncheon on Wednesday, December 9th at

Alexander Street Steakhouse at 11:30 AM.

If you would like to donate a basket, tickets, items, your time share, a gift card, etc. to our annu-

al auction, please contact a board member for more information or just bring it to the meeting!

The more the better! All board members will be bringing an item and the more the merrier!

Start looking for those ugly holiday sweaters now—see page 9 for more details! Hope to see

you there!

Dear Chapter Members:

Starting January of 2015 and continuing all calendar year, HR professionals are able to either

complete a Pathway to obtain the new SHRM Certification (SHRM-CP or SHRM SCP) or register

for an upcoming exam. Congratulations to those of you that have received your SHRM

Certification to date! This is something to be proud of and to include on your credentials and

signature lines.

This is a great opportunity to do this at no charge, it’s very easy to do and won’t take much of

your time!

Log onto: https://portal.shrmcertification.org to start your tutorial!

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For more information, call Cathy S. Plouzek, SHRM-SCP, SPHR – 309-253-8669 or

Nancy Wraight, SHRM-CP, PHR—309-397-0135

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Earn the New Standard in HR Certification—Prepare with Heart of Illinois HR Council’s

SHRM Certification Class

Next Class starts in February of 2016—Every Monday night for 15 weeks

SHRM member cost - $495 (discounted rate for study materials)

$300 Exam fee paid separately

Additional fees apply to non SHRM Members

Who should enroll:

HR professionals qualified under SHRM requirements for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certification who are preparing for the exam; Individuals who want advanced education and training for a successful HR career;

HR professionals wanting a broader education or to update their HR knowledge; HR professionals who want to enhance their marketability by gaining current HR knowledge.

The SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP™) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP™) credentials are poised to become the new standard for HR professionals worldwide, as they are among the first HR certifi-cations that focus on teaching and testing the practical, real-life information HR professionals need to excel in their careers today, including knowledge, skills and behavioral competencies.

Ensure you’re prepared with HIHRC’s SHRM Certification Class, designed for SHRM credential candidates. This intensive 15-week program combines expert instruction with the SHRM Learning System® for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, so you will learn faster, retain more knowledge and stay on track for success on the exam. Our course is based on the NEW SHRM Learning System for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP. Comprised of comprehensive learning modules teaching the SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge™ (SHRM BoCK™), and online resources, these study materials streamline study time, accelerate learning and build confidence for passing the SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP exam. Expand and test your knowledge and practical, real-life competencies in areas critical for HR career success. By attending our course, you’ll benefit from:

An experienced, certified instructor

The SHRM Learning System, historically ranked the #1 HR certification prep tool. A structured learning experience that keeps you on track.

Opportunities to network and learn from your peers

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You are cordially invited to attend the HIHRC 2016 SHRM-CP and SHRM-

SCP classes for the testing window in the Spring of 2016 from May 1 to July

31, 2016.

Classes will be held at Alliance Benefit Group, 456 Fulton Street, Peoria, IL

61602.

This is an exciting and pivotal time in the HR Profession. Now, more than

ever, HR teams are required to assume a greater leadership role, contrib-

uting to the strategic direction of their organizations. The profession is no

longer just about what you know—but how you do your job.

Classes will start on Monday nights in February 2016. The cost of the class

and study materials is $495 for HIHRC Chapter members. Non-Chapter

members pay $695 for the study materials. (Purchasing this on your own

would be $695 for members and $895 for non-SHRM members)

You are on your own to pay the $300 test fee which needs to be paid by

March 25, 2016 to SHRM for the May 1 through July 15, 2016 testing win-

dow.

This class will be led by Cathy Plouzek, SHRM-SCP, SPHR. You won’t find a

class and the materials less expensive anywhere! Join us! It will be an

interactive class! Cathy has now taught two (2) sessions and from experi-

ence, I can tell you she is an excellent, interactive instructor!

SHRM CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL (SHRM-CP)-HR professionals who implement

policies and strategies, serve as point of contact for staff and stakeholders, deliver HR

services, and perform operational HR functions, should take

the SHRM-CP exam. SHRM SENIOR CERTIFIED PROFES-

SIONAL (SHRM-SCP) -HR professionals who develop strate-

gies, lead the HR function, foster influence in the community,

analyze performance metrics, and align HR strategies to or-

ganizational goals, should take the SHRM-SCP exam. - We

hope you can make it!

HIHRC 2016 SHRM CERTIFICATION CLASS

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HIHRC Sponsors for the Remainder of 2015

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HEART OF ILLINOIS HUMAN RESOURCE COUNCIL NEWSLETTER

Thank you to our sponsors:

IWIRC—October, 2015

IWIRC offers the most comprehensive Occupational Health

program in the Peoria and Normal, IL areas. Medical care,

rehabilitation, diagnostics and professional consulting are all available under one roof, resulting in less

travel and fewer lost work days for both parties. Exceptional customer service from a knowledgeable, well

-trained and dedicated staff is how IWIRC continues to keep companies working.

Eagle Rock Insurance Services—

November

Eagle Rock Insurance Services has been your dedicated in-

surance agency, serving Central IL since 1985. As your local source for insurance services and solutions,

our entire staff prides itself on offering personalized and responsive customer service support to our cus-

tomers throughout the area.

The Eagle Rock team is committed to providing clients with the highest quality insurance plans available

combined with some of the lowest rates available. Whether you’re shopping for auto insurance, home

insurance, health, life or business insurance, we can help get

you the best coverage possible.

Ultimate Software—December

Ultimate Software is a cloud provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions. Ultimate’s award-

winning UltiPro delivers HR, payroll, talent, compensation and time and labor management solutions that

seamlessly connect people with the information and resources they need to work more effectively.

Founded in 1990, Ultimate’s team has grown to more than 2,500 employees who are dedicated to im-

proving the personal work experience for you and your employees through our technology and services!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!!

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Wanting to join the HIHRC? Now

is the time—sign up for our chapter

now and receive November and

December as part of your member-

ship!

What do you get out of a

membership?

Networking

Certification Credits

Ability to Take Our Certifica-

tion Class at a Great Cost

Free Job Postings on our

Website

Access to HR information on our

website at: http://

heartofillinois.shrm.org

Quarterly newsletter

Updated Legislative Blasts

Chances to win a scholarship to pur-

sue education in the HR field or to

earn your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP

Significant Cost Savings at the monthly

meetings

Expert Speakers

Eblasts

The extent of our success and the

subsequent value is based on individu-

al members is directly related to the

extent of members’ active participa-

tion in chapter activities. We do our

best with you!

Regular chapter meetings are held on

the third Wednesday of every month

generally. They are normally lunch-

eons, with an occasional breakfast that

include time for networking, presenta-

tion and participation.

Join us today! Membership costs are

remaining the same! SHRM Members

pay $75 and non-members pay $100.

You may promote your business even more by

providing a promotional item and/or coupons to mem-

bers and their guests at meetings

Your logo will appear in our newsletter/Eblast/website

as a contributing sponsor along with your company

name/information and….

You will reach busy HR professionals from all over the

Tri-County area!

For more information, contact Erik Christian at

erik@hrfitnow.com

HIHRC has sponsorship openings for 2016

For $200, your organization will be:

Recognized in the meeting announcement

page of our website (http://

heartofillinois.shrm.org);

Be recognized as the ONLY sponsor of our

meeting

Have an opportunity to speak for 5-7 minutes

about your company before our meeting

starts

2016 MEMBERSHIP—NEW MEMBERS CAN JOIN 11/1/15 AND GET THE REST OF 2015 FREE!

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNIT IES AVAILABLE

individuals who

receive their new

credentials PHR,

SPHR, or GPHR in

2015 or your SHRM-

CP or SHRM-SCP.

We hope that it is

every certified person

in our council!

If you have received one of

the certifications this year,

or are interested in a study

group, please contact Rob

Burn @

rob.burn@AAIMEA.ORG or let us

know at the membership table!

PLEASE UPDATE US

Have you received

your PHR/SPHR/

GPHR? Or are you a

newly certified

SHRM-CP or SHRM-

SCP?

The HIHRC Board

would like to

recognize all

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It’s Baaaack….. Share the Spirit

The UGLY SWEATER and MOST ORIGINAL SWEATER CONTEST

will be held at the December 9th Meeting at Alexander’s Steak-

house. Wear your most hideous, horrid and horrible holiday

sweater and you could win a free meeting in 2016!

A Silent Auction will also be held and donations are gratefully

accepted. Email Missy at missy@cichealth.org if you would like

to donate an item. Proceeds from the auction are shared

between the SHRM Foundation and a local charity.

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Our 2015 HIHRC Board Members—Here to

Serve Our Members Sandra M. Donelson – President (on through 2016) HR Generalist, Robert Cottingham Property Mgmt. Company

Laurie Trompeter, PHR, SHRM-CP – Past-President (on through 2015) Human Resources Manager, Belcan Engineering

Group - Past President and Secretary

Nancy Wraight, PHR, SHRM-CP - President-Elect (on through 2017) Director of Human Resources, Avanti's—Newsletter,

Communications

Sharon Bond, PHR, SHRM-CP - President-Elect Presumptive (through 2018) Director of Human Resources, OSF IPMR—

Workforce Readiness

Dawn Edwards, SPHR , SHRM-SCP– Treasurer (through 2015) Director of Employee Relations, Connor Co.

Cathy S. Plouzek, SPHR, SHRM-SCP – Treasurer Assistant (Ongoing) Human Resources Manager, Alliance Benefit Group of

IL—Assistant Treasurer, Certification Trainer, SHRM Foundation

Wendy Bass, SPHR, SHRM-SCP (on through 2015) Sr. HR Generalist/Lead Recruiter, RLI—Membership Secretary

Rob Burn, SPHR. SHRM-CP - (on through 2017) HR Practice Leader, AAIM Employer’s Association—College Relations/

Education

Missy Sallee, PHR, SHRM-CP (on through 2015) Administraitive Manager, Central IL Carpenters Health & Welfare Fund-

Program Chair

Erik Christian, SPHR, SHRM-CP (through 2016) Director of Human Resources, Dunlap CUSD 323—Legislative and

Sponsorships

Alycia Hightower, PHR, SHRM-CP (through 2016) Vice President of Human Resources, CEFCU - Membership and

Registration

Veronica Poehlman (through 2016) Human Resource Representative, Matcor Metal Fabrication - Membership Diversity and

Event Brite information

Timekia Faulkner, SPHR, SHRM-CP (through 2016), Illinois Cancer Care, Social Media, Website Design