2020 HR Professional of the Year
Kurt Barker
Yearly Nomination and Award Criteria
Each year our Chapter recognizes one of it's members based on nominations by their peers. The award represents the HR Professional's contributions to the field of human resources through their outstanding record of involvement either through innovation, program or best practice.
Nominee's must meet the following eligibility criteria:
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Outstanding contribution to the Central Oregon HR Community, i.e.:
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Serves on the HRACO board
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Speaker at HR-related events
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Facilitator/Trainer/Teacher in the HR Community
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Mentors other HR Professionals
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Active member of SHRM or HRACO
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Currently excelling in their position in the HR field
Submit Your Nomination
Please include a paragraph describing how you believe your nominee meets the criteria.
The HRACO Board will vote on all submitted professional names at their November meeting and the award will be announced/presented at the December luncheon.
Past Recipients of the HR Professional of the Year Award
2019 - Cindy Bene
2018 - Elaine Salmonson
2017 - Marielle Gallagher
2016 - Stephanie Miller
2015 - Barb Hess
2014- Jane Allen
2013 - Krista Thompson
2012 - Jan Swander
2011 - Karen Turner
2010 - Marian Thomas
2009 - Patti Ribb
2008 - Sue Jones
2007 - Nancy Lumpkin
2006 - Barb Hess
2005 - Joyce Luckman
2004 - Katherine Tank
2003 - Jan Baker