February 2019 Board Meeting
SOUTHSIDE VIRGINIA SHRM
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER
The Southside Virginia SHRM Board of Directors met on Wednesday, February 20, at Averett University’s Riverview Campus in the first floor conference room.
The meeting was called to order at 12:10 p.m. by Angie McAdams, president. The following members were present at the meeting:
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Angie McAdams, President |
Susan Watkins, Program Co-Chair |
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Chaquetta Hill, President-Elect |
Connie Alderson, Communication Co-Chair |
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Glenda Holt, Treasurer Co-Chair |
Twyla Price, Communication Co-Chair |
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Janice Brink, Secretary Co-Chair |
Chad Younger, Workforce Readiness Chair |
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Michele Cole, Membership Co-Chair |
Lucious Chandler – Membership Co-Chair |
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Cathy Conner, Program Co-Chair |
Ronnie Pannell- Past President |
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Upcoming deadlines
- The EXCEL report is due by March 15. The chapter is striving to maintain platinum status.
Additional topics presented by president:
Angie asked that all board members send their cell phones numbers to her so she can create a group text to inform board of last minute meeting changes etc.
The Chapter received a letter from Chatham requesting monetary support for their after prom party. Discussion was held by members, it was decided by the board members that we would not support this effort.
State Conference
The state conference will be held in Norfolk, Virginia, on April 7 -April 10. Members are encouraged to seek funds from their employers if possible to attend the conference. However, scholarships may be available on a limited basis. Registration for the conference is on an individual basis and information is available on the HR Virginia website. The theme for the conference is “The Mermaid and the Mariner.” Two members expressed interest in scholarship monies to attend the conference. Chad Younger made a motion to use scholarship monies to pay for two persons to attend the conference, Lucious Chandler second the motion. Board members agreed by an unanimous vote. Discussion was held regarding car pooling or possibly the chapter renting a vehicle to take to the conference.
TREASURERS’ REPORT
Financial Summary was distributed to board members by Glenda Holt. Angie McAdams also distributed current bank states for board members to review. Possibility for access to online banking to be addressed.
SECRETARIES’ REPORT
Board Meeting and Chapter meeting minutes taken by Richie Robertson were distributed to the board members for review. Any additions or corrections to the minutes should be sent to Richie.
MEMBERSHIP REPORT
Michelle Cole and Lucious Chandler reported that there are currently 35 paid members. Local chapter need to recruit additional National Members.
PROGRAM REPORT
Susan Watkins Program Co-Chair announced her resignation on the board. She has accepted a promotion and will be moving to the Roanoke area. Susan provided the board with a detailed spreadsheet of the 2019 program line up. Susan’s major concern was Administrative Professional’s Day. Susan was heading up the committee for this event. Cathy Conner Programs Co-Chair graciously stepped into the role as committee chairperson for this event. Chaquetta Hill and Jan Brink volunteered to help Cathy with this event. Vendors will be charged $25.00 per table. Chaquetta Hill made a motion to spend $8.00 per gift for the event and Glenda Holt seconded the motion. Board members agreed by an unanimous vote.
Jim McInerney was mentioned as a possible future speaker for regular chapter meeting. Chris Wilson possible speaker for August meeting.
CERTIFICATIONS REPORT
A report was not provided due to the absence Betty Wilcher.
COMMUNICATION REPORT
The communication chairs briefed the board on their efforts regarding the chapter Facebook Account. Chairs reported that new Facebook page needs to be created.
FOUNDATION REPORT
No Report due to absence of Vicki Davis Foundation Chair
WORKFORCE READINESS REPORT
Chad Younger updated the board regarding the training survey he is preparing. Class offering include OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 classes, Fork Lift Training and Leadership Management Classes. Chad will announce updates at regular chapter meeting on February 27th.
COLLEGE RELATIONS REPORT
No Report due to absence of College Relations Chair Jill Levinson
PAST PRESIDENT’S REPORT
No Report
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 12:56 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Jan Brink
Jan Brink
Secretary Co-Chair
