During her tenure, the organization was recently recognized as the Best Place to Work for Work/Life Balance by Philadelphia Magazine and they also launched a new program – The CHOP INSIGHTS Forum – designed to enhance the leadership skills and management potential of under-represented employees. This program is receiving national attention. In addition, Kelley was a 2008 nominee for the Delaware Valley Human Resources Person of the Year in recognition of her dedication to excellence in human resources.

Kelley holds a B.S. degree in Business Administration, a Masters in Human Resource Management and is a graduate of Cornell University’s Diversity Management Program which certifies her as a Cornell Certified Diversity Professional (CCDP). In addition, she serves as an Advisory Board Member of the University of Pennsylvania’s Medical School’s Office of Diversity & Community Outreach, President-Elect of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), and is a member of the National Association of Health Service Executives (NAHSE). In December 2008, NAHSE recognized Kelley with the Pioneer Healthcare Leadership Award for the vision and development of the CHOP INSIGHTS Forum.

Erik graduated from Temple University with a degree in Human Resource Management. While in college, he served as the President of Temple SHRM, Vice President of Development for Kappa Sigma Fraternity, and was the Temple mascot – Hooter the Owl – all four years.

Erik began volunteering for Philadelphia SHRM in 2007 as part of the College Relations Committee. In his spare time, he enjoys golfing and road cycling.

Mr. First represents and advises employers, both large and small, in employment discrimination matters, non-compete, non-solicitation and trade secret disputes, executive employment agreements, employee termination and disciplinary matters, reductions in force, severance arrangements, wage and hour laws, personnel policies and practices and the complex web of federal, state and local laws governing the workplace. In addition, he regularly represents clients on labor and employment issues in mergers, acquisitions and other business transactions as well as all issues affecting unionized workforces.

Mr. First is a frequent lecturer on labor and employment law topics and currently serves as the legal/legislative Board member for the Philadelphia Regional Chapter of the Society of Human Resource Management, and Vice-Chair of the Board of JEVS Human Services.

Salonia attended The Pennsylvania State University and received a Bachelor's of Science degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and Business Administration and a Master's of Business Administration concentrating in Business Management from Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University. In addition to SHRM some of his affiliations include the National Association of Health Services Executives and the National Black MBA Association.

For over twenty five years, Therese has provided leadership and expertise to organizations in Staffing, Training, Organization Development and Management. As a senior manager at companies such as AIG International, The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia University and Concord EFS as well as an independent consultant in the for-profit, not-for-profit, and higher education arenas she has moved organizations forward and supported them in achieving their business goals. She has designed and facilitated programs in executive and management development, human resource management, sales, customer service, train-the-trainer, communication skills and many others. Therese has extensive experience facilitating strategic planning processes for many organizations as they seek ways to achieve greater levels of success.

Therese is a graduate of Villanova University, where she has earned both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Arts degree in Education and is currently an adjunct professor for the Master’s Certificate Program in Project Management.

During her tenure at CHOP, Dana has served in a number of different roles, including, Human Resources Consultant, Nurse Recruitment Manager, and Sr. Talent Management Consultant. Additionally, Dana also served as the Associate Director of CHOP’s Retention Collaborative, an initiative aimed at reducing voluntary employee turnover. In May 2009, The Hospital and Health System Association of Pennsylvania recognized the Retention Collaborative with an award in excellence in Workforce Initiatives.

Dana holds a B.A. in Elementary and Special Education from LaSalle University and will complete her MBA from Rosemont College in the Spring of 2010. Additionally, Dana has attended various leadership conferences at educational institutions such as Wharton Business School, Harvard Medical School, and Villanova University.

Dana resides in Center City, Philadelphia with her husband Dennis and their two dogs and one cat. In her free time she enjoys traveling, reading, and baking.

Valerie earned her B.A. from Lehigh University in 2002 and is currently pursuing an advanced Human Resources degree at West Chester University.

Previously, Rich was a marketing executive with ADP Employer Services-Major Accounts in Fort Washington, PA, where he assisted middle market employers with HRIS and Benefit Administration.

Rich is a graduate and active alumnus of Lower Merion High School and Penn State University. He passionately serves on several non-profit boards and committees including PEBA (PENJERDEL Employee Benefits and Compensation Association), the Philadelphia Chapter of SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management), and the Philadelphia HRPS (Human Resource Planning Society).

Rich’s enthusiasm for the advancement of the Human Resource professionals led him to co-found HR Today Radio (www.hrtodayradio.com), the Delaware Valley’s #1 radio show dedicated to Human Resources.

Rich is a resident of Philadelphia where he is active in a number of charitable organizations including NFTE, Philadelphia Academies, JNF, and the Narberth youth summer basketball league.

Fred has over 30 years experience in Finance and Accounting, with 15+ years assuming the additional role of administering the Human Resources function. He has worked in several industries, for both large and small companies, including PricewaterhouseCoopers, Aramark, RCA Corp., and GE Corp. in Finance and Accounting, but gained extensive experience in HR from small companies, where being on the front line allowed him to approach HR both strategically and by administering compliance, benefits and other components of the HR function.

Fred has an MBA in Finance and a BS in Accounting from Drexel University, and an AS in Accounting from Peirce College. He is certified SPHR by the Society for Human Resource Management, and has been a member of Philadelphia SHRM for over six years. He is an accredited associate of the Institute for Independent Business, and is a certified Quickbooks Pro Advisor. Fred served four years in the U.S. Navy in various assignments, including two tours of duty with Fighter Squadron VF-11 on the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Forrestal.

Ms. Sinclair Miller has also held increasingly responsible multi-unit Human Resources Management positions with Borders Group, Inc., a Fortune 500 Company specializing in books, music and food. Prior to Borders Group, Inc., Ms. Sinclair Miller developed, and served in, the role of Regional Human Resources Manager for TD Bank (formerly Hudson United Bank) in New Jersey, and held the position of Human Resources Administrator for American Express Travel in Pennsylvania.

Ms. Sinclair Miller holds a Masters of Science in Human Resources Management from Widener University; a Bachelors of Science in Human Resources Management from Wilmington University; and an Associates of Arts in Paralegal Studies from Peirce College. Ms. Sinclair Miller is currently certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and recently received the Global Professional in Human Resource (GPHR) certification. She is an active member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), and serves on the Board for Philadelphia Chapter. For the last two years, she has been the chair for the Mentoring committee and has just been named the co-chair of Programming for the 2009-2010 program year.

Ms. Sinclair Miller brings her passion, integrity and leadership to volunteer positions in the community as well. Some of her affiliations include the International Minority Women Business Leaders; the National Black MBA Association, and the Mercer County, NJ Chamber of Commerce’s Young Business Leaders Council. Ms. Sinclair Miller also serves on the Bristol-Myers Squibb, African American Affinity Group (AAAG) Leadership team as the co-chair for the Professional Development Strategic Focus Area (SFA) and serves as a Global Culture Ambassador.

Prior to founding Seamless Events Incorporated, Pearson-Bernard held several positions in the corporate world, most recently serving in Relationship Marketing for the entire US Business Marketing Group for Spherion at Microsoft Corporation. Her main role was to execute quarterly communication to over 10,000 of the top decision-making customers. Other responsibilities included managing budgets, event planning and executing, customer relationship management and much more.

Pearson-Bernard holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from West Chester University. She graduated with the honor of Magna Cum Laude and recognized as one of the most active leaders in the Communication Studies Department. You can also find her name listed in the Who’s Who Amongst Students in Universities and Colleges.