To Tell the Truth
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Test your HR knowledge with SHRM’s knowledge advisors. Audience members will be selected to join three knowledge advisors on the Spotlight Stage. Each advisor will provide a different take on the same HR scenario. Decide which advisor is speaking the truth, and who has missed the mark. Prizes will be awarded to the winners!
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Denise Fenrick
Denise Fenrick is a Systems Analyst with over two decades of commitment to the HR Knowledge Center for the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Denise analyzes, develops, and sustains a spectrum of technologies and resources pivotal to the team's organization and SHRM member support.
Jennifer Chang
Jennifer Chang, SHRM-CP, brings a decade of human resources experience with her to the role of HR Knowledge Advisor. Jennifer has worked primarily in the government contracting industry in a variety of roles as an HR practitioner (generalist, specialist, and director). She holds a master's degree in Organizational Development and Strategic Human Resources from Johns Hopkins University. Jennifer particularly enjoys assisting SHRM members by being a sounding board and providing guidance and resources to help navigate complex employee relations issues.
James Emanuel
Jim Emanuel has over 30+ years of HR experience encompassing compliance, talent management, employee relations, compensation, and leadership and development. Prior to joining SHRM, Jim worked 23 years for a Fortune 500 Healthcare Company most recently in the capacity of Director of HR Compliance. Jim is a native Californian and works out of our Sacramento CA office. Jim enjoys traveling, hiking, interior design, and spending time with his husband and two dogs.
"My working as a Knowledge Advisor has allowed me to assist our members in real-time and I am able to utilize the many years of experience I have obtained. It truly feels like a win-win. Our members feel like they are being supported and get answers to their questions, quickly and professionally and I reap the reward of having the opportunity to serve our members! "
Kimberly McNeil
Kim McNeil is a SHRM-SCP certified professional with over a decade of experience. This experience includes expertise in benefits and compensation, international HR, mergers and acquisitions, employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, federal contracts, and compliance. She has worked in a variety of industries including nonprofits and high tech. Kim has a Bachelor of Arts in World Politics from The Catholic University of America. As a passionate lifelong learner, she also holds a few SHRM Specialty credentials: Inclusive Workplace Cultures, California Law/HR, and Talent Acquisitions. As well as, SHRM People Manager Qualification. She is passionate about building inclusive workplaces that are purpose-driven and civility-minded.
