NAAAHR is a dynamic and growing organization which exists to provide a forum where African American Human Resource professionals can gain information and experience, share best practices, and network. In addition, we seek to provide leadership and guidance on issues affecting your individual career, and the quality of work/life for other African Americans, while promoting the Human Resources profession. Additionally, we seek to collaborate and share our expertise with community organizations, professional associations and corporations seeking to diverse applicant sourcing and best practices sharing.

We had a great program year in 2010 and here’s a recap

• Q1 at Lumiere Place - Make your NetWORK seminar facilitated by Karen Drake
• Q2 at Edward Jones - CEO Panel where we had Steve Lipstein of BJC Health Care, Brenda Newberry founder of the Newberry Group and Dan Button of Emerson. These CEOs shared why HR was relevant to their mission and goals.
• Q3 at Sigma Aldrich - Rx Outreach CEO Michael Holmes shared HR Strategy
• Q4 at Cornerstone Financial – Monsanto’s Steve Mizell shared his career experience and provided his wisdom on HR Acumen and setting our members on track for 2011 Success.

Additionally, we delivered Development Sessions as well as Mentoring Pairs and a study group for the SHRM certification. It’s been a busy year and very fruitful for our participants and 2011 will build upon on strategic development and networking.

It is my sincere hope that you will join me in 2011 to ensure our strategic programming reaches as many HR professionals as possible. While we are an African American HR organization, our membership and programming is open and inclusive of all HR professionals and constituents.

Warmest regards,

Jada D. Jenkins-Reese

Chapter President