Sincerely,
The Algoma Chapter Board
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At the Human Resources Professionals Association, we believe that better HR makes business better. Our goal is to ensure human resources professionals are recognized as an essential part of business success, and that our profession is as valued by organizations as those of other major professional associations.
We do this by equipping our members and students with the knowledge and tools that allow them to be specialized strategic thinkers relied upon to safeguard and futureproof Ontario businesses.
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Mentoring
Mentoring: The HRPA Mentorship Program encourages career growth and development by providing students – and HR Professionals who are early in their careers – with the opportunity to receive one-on-one coaching from more experienced Human Resources Professionals
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Volunteering
Volunteering at HRPA is a rewarding membership experience and volunteers are critical to the association’s continued success.
With the expertise and involvement of members, we create awareness of workplace issues, promote excellence in human resources management practices and provide services that support the HR community, knowledge-sharing and continuous professional development.
HRPA members and students are involved in a variety of volunteer service opportunities including:
- Board of Directors
- Committees
- Annual Conference & Trade Show
- Mentoring
- Local HRPA Chapter Board’s and Chapter Committees
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About Leadership
Darla Pirillo, CHRL
Chapter Chair
Darla is currently employed as the Manager of Human Resources at Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board. At the Board, she is responsible for the negotiation and administration of all collective agreements and/or terms and conditions for all employee groups. She oversees all HR functions, including staffing and scheduling and is responsible for the preparation and application of and employment policies and procedures. Darla is a senior HR professional with over 30 years of experience in both the public and private sectors. Prior to joining the Board in 2018, she worked in higher education, as well as healthcare and banking industries.
Lisa Salvini, CHRL
Chapter Past Chair
Lisa has 20 years of diverse human resources and management experience. She has extensive hands-on experience leading HR initiatives including policy design, HR strategy, compensation, labour relations, performance management, job evaluation, recruiting, health and safety, training and development and succession planning.
Lisa is currently the Director of Human Resources for Algoma Family Services. Prior to joining Algoma Family Services, Lisa has held management level positions in a variety of industries including retail, wholesale, government and manufacturing. She is a Certified Compensation Professional and enjoys volunteering in the community. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology, a Post Diploma in Human Resources and continues to seek opportunities to learn in her professional and personal life.
Trina Skagen, CHRP
Chapter Chair Elect
Trina is the General Manager of Yes You Can Employment Consulting and Accessibility North. Her diverse background in Human Resources includes Employee Relations, Performance Management, Return to Work Strategies/Disability Management, Recruitment, Training, Change Management, Outplacement Services, Payroll, Benefit Administration, and Facilitation. Trina is working towards achieving her CHRL designation and also used to work for the HRPA Grand Valley Chapter in Kitchener.
Nicole Gulli
Chair, Chapter Programs/Professional Development Committee
Nicole Gulli is a Purchasing and Accounts Payable Clerk with five years’ experience acting as a buyer for various schools and processing many types of invoices for all Trustees, Administration, Teachers, Support Staff and Management within the Algoma District School Board. Experienced in providing administrative support with demonstrated history of working in the Public Sector and volunteering for the Algoma Human Resource Professionals Association. Skilled in public speaking and leadership providing strong professional support with a Bachelor’s Degree focused in Business Administration and Management. I am currently an active member and Practitioner with HRPA Algoma.
Devon Sanderson, CHRP
Chair, Chapter Communications Committee
Devon is currently employed as Human Resources Officer at The Ontario Finnish Resthome Association where she oversees day-to-day HR functions within the Association in a generalist capacity. Devon obtained her Honours Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Human Resources and minor in English from Algoma University in 2012 and spent the first seven years of her professional career working as an HR Generalist at her alma mater. While her generalist experience spans all functional areas of HR, Devon is most passionate about exploring and leveraging technology to create new efficiencies in these core functions.
Marisa Pecile Balgue, CHRP
Chapter Secretary/Treasurer
Marisa is currently employed as a Human Resources Officer at PUC Services Inc. Although this is a generalist role, her main responsibilities include Recruitment and Onboarding, Training and Development, and Employee Relations.
Darla Pirillo, CHRL
Chapter Chair
Darla is currently employed as the Manager of Human Resources at Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board. At the Board, she is responsible for the negotiation and administration of all collective agreements and/or terms and conditions for all employee groups. She oversees all HR functions, including staffing and scheduling and is responsible for the preparation and application of and employment policies and procedures. Darla is a senior HR professional with over 30 years of experience in both the public and private sectors. Prior to joining the Board in 2018, she worked in higher education, as well as healthcare and banking industries.
Lisa Salvini, CHRL
Chapter Past Chair
Lisa has 20 years of diverse human resources and management experience. She has extensive hands-on experience leading HR initiatives including policy design, HR strategy, compensation, labour relations, performance management, job evaluation, recruiting, health and safety, training and development and succession planning.
Lisa is currently the Director of Human Resources for Algoma Family Services. Prior to joining Algoma Family Services, Lisa has held management level positions in a variety of industries including retail, wholesale, government and manufacturing. She is a Certified Compensation Professional and enjoys volunteering in the community. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology, a Post Diploma in Human Resources and continues to seek opportunities to learn in her professional and personal life.
Trina Skagen, CHRP
Chapter Chair Elect
Trina is the General Manager of Yes You Can Employment Consulting and Accessibility North. Her diverse background in Human Resources includes Employee Relations, Performance Management, Return to Work Strategies/Disability Management, Recruitment, Training, Change Management, Outplacement Services, Payroll, Benefit Administration, and Facilitation. Trina is working towards achieving her CHRL designation and also used to work for the HRPA Grand Valley Chapter in Kitchener.
Nicole Gulli
Chair, Chapter Programs/Professional Development Committee
Nicole Gulli is a Purchasing and Accounts Payable Clerk with five years’ experience acting as a buyer for various schools and processing many types of invoices for all Trustees, Administration, Teachers, Support Staff and Management within the Algoma District School Board. Experienced in providing administrative support with demonstrated history of working in the Public Sector and volunteering for the Algoma Human Resource Professionals Association. Skilled in public speaking and leadership providing strong professional support with a Bachelor’s Degree focused in Business Administration and Management. I am currently an active member and Practitioner with HRPA Algoma.
Devon Sanderson, CHRP
Chair, Chapter Communications Committee
Devon is currently employed as Human Resources Officer at The Ontario Finnish Resthome Association where she oversees day-to-day HR functions within the Association in a generalist capacity. Devon obtained her Honours Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in Human Resources and minor in English from Algoma University in 2012 and spent the first seven years of her professional career working as an HR Generalist at her alma mater. While her generalist experience spans all functional areas of HR, Devon is most passionate about exploring and leveraging technology to create new efficiencies in these core functions.
Marisa Pecile Balgue, CHRP
Chapter Secretary/Treasurer
Marisa is currently employed as a Human Resources Officer at PUC Services Inc. Although this is a generalist role, her main responsibilities include Recruitment and Onboarding, Training and Development, and Employee Relations.