Miami Valley Human Resource Association

Mary Sacksteder , PHR, CCP, SHRM-CP

Mary currently works as the Compensation Manager for Kettering Health Network. She has been with Kettering Human Resources for 13 years in a variety of roles, including the areas of Recruitment, Comp&Benefits, HR/IS and Training. Mary received a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Notre Dame and is currently finishing a Masters degree in Non-profit Administration.

Christine Campbell , SHRM-CP

Betsy Brown , SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Betsy Brown is a Consultant with Right Management, a global career transition and talent management consulting firm. Her focus is working with employees who find themselves in job transition as a result of being impacted by company downsizing and change. Prior to joining Right Management, she was a Director of Human Resources and HR Business Partner with the Reynolds and Reynolds Company for human resources strategy, organizational development, change management, HR projects, and policy and processes.

In her distinguished career, Betsy has had a broad range of responsibilities. These include partnering with business leaders and providing consultative services to achieve organizational effectiveness and implement key development initiatives. She has in-depth experience in executive coaching, project and change management, process improvement, talent and performance management, associate relations and compensation.

Betsy is and active volunteer in her community and has served on many education and nonprofit boards. She has an MS in Personnel Counseling and a BS in Rehabilitation Education from Wright State University. She holds the designation of Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).  She is certified in multiple training delivery systems and leadership assessment tools. Betsy is adjunct faculty for the Raj Soin College of Business at Wright State and teaches courses in Human Resources.  

Carlina Figueroa , SPHR

Carlina has worked at Sinclair College since February 2017 in the Human Resources Office and recently transferred to the Business & Public Services division as the Internship Coordinator. She moved to Dayton from Virginia where she worked in HR for over 10 years. In her previous role at Canon Virginia, Carlina worked in several areas including recruitment, workforce development, employee relations, and corporate communications. While at Canon, she created and developed their internship program partnering with numerous schools and universities across Virginia. 

Carlina has her Masters Degree in Human Resource Development from The George Washington University and holds a Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) certification. She volunteers for Generation Dayton and serves on the Steering Committee as a Member At Large.

Edward Warren

He has held a variety of positions in the HR field and has gained a wealth of experience.  Mr. Warren started his HR career at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, where he worked in employee relations, staffing/recruiting, and the “Handicapped Employees Program" – a program name that would no longer pass muster.  He then became a management consultant for a firm in Florida, specializing in “team concept” workshops for businesses moving to participative management structures.  From there he worked as Training and OD Manager at Miller Brewing Company, and later joined Kellogg Company at their headquarters in Battle Creek, Michgan, where he worked as an HR Business Partner and Associate Director of Diversity.  After several positions in Operations, and more consulting, Mr. Warren returned to Dayton and his current position at Fuyao Glass America.

Jeffrey A. Mullins

JEFFREY A. MULLINS is a the Partner-in-Charge of the Dayton office of Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP. He received his undergraduate degree, graduating magna cum laude, from the University of Dayton and law degree, graduating summa cum laude, from the University of Dayton School of Law. Mr. Mullins practices in the areas of health care and labor and employment law. He is a member of the Dayton and Ohio Bar Associations, American Health Lawyers Association, Associated Builders and Contractors and the Society for Human Resource Management. Mr. Mullins serves as president of the Miami Valley Human Resource Association and is a board member of the Catholic Social Services and Culture Works. He also serves as treasurer for the Voluntary Protection Program Association for Construction and as trustee for the Ohio Valley Construction Education Foundation.

Practices: Construction, Health and Life Sciences, Labor and Employment, Public Law, Workplace Safety and Health.
Bar/Court Admissions: State - Ohio.
Year First Admitted to Practice Law: 1990.
Education: University of Dayton School of Law (1990), University of Dayton (1986).
Professional Affiliations / Recognitions: American Health Lawyers Association, Associated Builders and Contractors, Best Lawyers in America, Dayton Bar Association, Ohio State Bar Association, Ohio Super Lawyers, Society for Human Resource Management.
Community Involvement: Miami Valley Human Resource Association.

Jamie Coble , PHR, SHRM-CP

Undergraduate degree in Human Resources from Wright State University - 2002
Masters degree in Organizational Leadership/Human Resources from Ashford University - 2010
Currently employed with CareSource located in downtown Dayton.
CareSource is a leading non-profit public sector managed care company based in Dayton, Ohio.

Positions previously held:
HR Coordinator/Representative – SpeedwaySuperamerica
HR Service Manager/ Benefits and Compensation Manager – WorkflowOne

Hobbies: Exercising, Reading, and Spending Time with Family

Kristen Thuney

Kristen is an HR Coordinator at Dermatologists of Centrel States. Kristen graduated from Wright State University with a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership with a minor in Management. In January of 2017 Kristen obtained her aPHR certification.

Steve Black , SPHR

Steve Black has over fifteen years of human capital management experience providing Talent Management, Employee Relations, and Leadership Development services.  Currently, he is the HR Manager and HR Practice Line Leader at Brixey & Meyer, which is an Accounting and Business Advisement Firm.  He has extensive experience in several industries including education and healthcare ranging in sizes from small businesses and high-growth entrepreneurial companies to Fortune 500 organizations.  Steve works with clients to help reduce potential legal risks, build strong human capital processes and structures, create engaging cultures that attract and retain top talent, and connect people with an organization's strategic aims.

Previously, Steve was the Chief Talent Officer for Home Care by Black Stone, a regional home care company specializing in in-home skilled and personal care services.  After being acquired by Almost Family, Steve’s role transitioned into a Regional HR Director position helping branches address day-to-date employee relations issues.

Steve serves on the Miami Valley Human Resources Association’s Board of Directors (Chair of the Membership Engagement Committee), coaches youth sports (soccer and baseball), and is an active volunteer at Centerville Christian Fellowship.

Carrie Brunello , PHR

Carrie Brunello is the Co-Owner of 11th Hour Staffing, Inc, A full-service staffing agency and 11th Hour HR Consulting, LLC, A full-service human resources consulting firm that is passionate about staffing, recruiting, human resources, customer service and giving back to our community.  She has over 20 years of experience in the Human Resources field and is PHR Certified.  

Amy Mitchell

Tom Weissbrod , PHR

LaTonia J. McCane , CEBS, SHRM-SCP

LaTonia is currently employed with The Dayton Foundation as a Human Resources Specialist. In this role, she carries out all human resources and administration activities. She has developed a solid HR background during her career having 10 years of experience in corporate retail and over 17 years in the Human Resources profession. Prior to joining the Foundation, LaTonia worked for Target Corporation as the Market Team Relations Leader. While at Target she wore many hats, from leading all staffing processes and administering compensation programs to conducting training seminars and ensuring employee satisfaction.

LaTonia received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Resource Management from Ball State University and holds a Master's Degree in Management from Antioch University Midwest. She is PHR certified and an active member of SHRM.

Shanda Brown , SPHR, SHRM-CP

Shanda Brown, MSA, SPHR, SHRM-CP

Shanda is currently the Manager - Compensation, Benefits, & HR Shared Services with Konecranes, Inc. in Springfield, Ohio.  She is a team-oriented and process focused HR Professional with more than 20 years of progressive HR experience developed while servicing a wide range of business industries including manufacturing, government contract, printing and technology.

Shanda also works as an HR Consultant serving as in-house counsel for smaller companies unable to sustain a full-time staff member.  She partners with business owners to ensure HR strategies supported their overall business goals.  She has expertise in employee relations, team building, process development, recruiting and HRIS optimization.

She possesses the ability to motivate team members to realize potential and exceed expectations.  Her management style promotes candor, builds trust, and empowers employees resulting in increased commitment, team spirit and morale.

Shanda has a results-oriented style mixed with compassion for employees which allows a needed focus on understanding and respecting individual perspectives of clients and their employees. She is a strategic thinker who is able to see both the big picture and the intricate details of the situation at hand.

Shanda obtained her PHR certification in December 2004.  She completed her Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources and Computer Science in December 2004, as well.  Shanda completed her Master's of Science in Administration focusing on Human Resource Administration through Central Michigan University in May 2011. In February 2015, she obtained her SHRM-CP certification.  Most recently, Shanda received her SPHR certification in January 2017.

Shanda currently serves as the Technology committee chair and works on HR & compensation projects as they arise.

Amy Matney

Amy Matney is the Owner/President of Omnicom Workforce Solutions in Dayton, Ohio. Her expertise is in Workforce Development, Leadership, Business Productivity training, and Poverty Alleviation.

Career Development and Workforce Development professional with experience in the private, public, and educational sector, specializing in tailored training solutions to increase productivity and marketability for organizations and individuals.      

Amy is a certified Cost of Poverty Experience (COPE) Facilitator with Think Tank Inc. 

Amy.matney@omnicomsg.com

937-999-6769

Jerrod Thomas , SHRM-CP