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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGES
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President's message
by Vickie McCardell, PHR, President
Using our key words, Celebration, Communication and Certification, as guideposts, the chapter strives to support the HR profession through quality programming, resources and events. Read about our progress so far this year.
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Membership renewal coming soon
by Carol Tavella and Kari McCoy, PHR, Chairs, Membership
It’s almost that time! Very soon, you will receive your SHRM Membership Renewal Form in the mail. Memberships renew annually on January 1. Learn why SHRM and our local chapter are so important to HR professionals. Gain insight into our local members. And most importantly, plan on renewing your membership for 2006!
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Members only: Election for the 2006 Chapter Board
by Karen Stewart, Chair, Nominations
Now is the time to vote for the 2006 Delaware SHRM Board of Directors. The slate is a mix of current board members and new members who are committed to working towards fulfilling the mission of our chapter--supporting the HR profession in Delaware by delivering quality professional programs and networking opportunities.
If you are a member, please click here and follow the simple instructions. Have your Delaware SHRM membership number and password handy. The deadline is October 25, 2005.
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SPOTLIGHT ON LEADERSHIP
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Rick Perles, Head of Human Resources for ING DIRECT
www.ingdirect.com
by Irene Monley, SPHR, Chair, Communications
ING DIRECT is not your traditional bank. No tellers behind bullet-resistant glass, no manager’s desk behind partitions. Instead sleek, modern décor with a café, gift shop, computer stations, conversation zones and a 9 x 14 foot painting, Muse and Memory.
With the rapidly-growing presence of ING DIRECT in Wilmington, we were delighted when Rick Perles, Head of Human Resources, accepted our invitation to talk about HR at ING DIRECT and give us an inside look at this unusual company.
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LEGISLATIVE UPDATES
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HR Voice
Your voice counts!
by Richard Burton, MBA, Chair, Legislation
Through July of this year we have sent 67 notes to our Legislators on Key HR issues. On average four people per month wrote from our chapter. Participation dropped a little in the summer months, but we can still pick things up in the fall. Why not make the most of your membership and let your voice be heard today?
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State of Delaware legislation
by Richard Burton, MBA, Chair, Legislation
A summary of recent legislative activity in the State of Delaware.
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Federal legislation
by Richard Burton, MBA, Chair, Legislation
A summary of six different areas of Federal legislation related to traditional pension plans.
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WHITE PAPERS
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Emergency Preparedness
When disaster strikes: Strategies to cope with workplace emergencies in Delaware
www.deshrm.org/http://www.shrmde.org/boa...
by Scott A. Holt, Partner, Young Conaway Stargett & Taylor, LLC
It's been impossible to watch the news coverage on the recent hurricanes and not be overwhelmed by their terrible effects. In light of these catastrophes, ask yourself what you would do if faced with a similar crisis. In this article, we highlight some of the legal and practical issues you should be aware of in the event that you—or your employees—are confronted with unexpected workplace emergencies.
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Does Your General Release Effectively Preclude FMLA Claims?
“Maybe Not,” Says the Fourth Circuit.
www.postschell.com
by Robert J. Toy, Post & Schell, P.C.
Most HR professionals help draft, negotiate and execute general releases and/or settlement agreements. During those times, there's a certain peace of mind that, once the release is signed, you will never have to deal with that particular problem again. And that's probably what the human resources professionals at Carolina Power & Light were thinking when they signed a severance agreement and general release with Barbara Taylor.
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Only One-Third of Companies Say Their Employees Understand & Live Business' Strategy in Daily Jobs
Leaders also not effectively communicating with workers
Only about one in three companies has been successful in motivating employees to understand, be committed to, and carry out their employer’s business strategy in their daily jobs, according to a new study.
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EVENTS
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Upcoming events
Check out key dates and details of programs taking place over the next few months. Delaware SHRM, DelMarVa HR Group in Milford, Delaware, and national SHRM conferences are listed.
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2005 Delaware SHRM State Conference News
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The conference is only a month away. The program is packed with speakers who will inspire, enlighten and entertain you. Remember the pre-conference program beginning at 5:30 pm on November 1! Registration is easy, simply click on the link and sign up online.
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HR Student Scholarships from SHRM
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Each year, the SHRM Foundation provides $13,000 to support the development of future HR leaders through national student awards and scholarships. This year's application deadline is October 7, 2005.
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SHRM Human Capital Benchmarking Service
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Your boss has just asked the impossible--deliver numbers comparing your company's HR performance against the outside world. Where do you turn? SHRM's Customized Human Capital Benchmarking Service provides more than 20 customized HR metrics, such as cost-per-hire, turnover or healthcare based on your industry, geographic region, employee or revenue size. SHRM members can receive a free PDF of the 2005 SHRM Human Capital Benchmarking Study. Link.
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