- About Us
- Meet the Team
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CIC SHRM: Central Illinois Chapter Society for Human Resource Management Board of Directors provides leadership for the chapter's educational programs, networking events, and resource groups. We are dedicated to advancing the field of Human Resources (HR) by serving the needs of our members and our community. |
Educational Programs – We are committed to providing our members, and our communities, with current and relevant educational programs. We do so by having a variety of Subject Matter Experts present on a plethora of HR topics. | Resources – We provide resources that are free to our members and of minimal cost to the HR community at large. | Networking - We provide a variety of ways HR professionals can network with each other, share across industries and build relationships. | Support – Our chapter is committed to supporting our members and the organizations that they work for. |
We are here to serve our members. Introduce yourself at an event, send a note through email, or join us on social media. We'd love to connect! Mission: Provide leadership, education, support, and networking opportunities to HR professionals for the enhancement of their professional careers and communities of practice. Vision: Be the trusted leader in Central Illinois that provides HR expertise for our local chapter and community. |
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Learn more about Board Member qualifications, benefits, and position descriptions!
We are a non-profit organization
2026 OFFICERS:
Board President Angela Nguyen, MS, SPHR, |
Past President Tami Ireland, MA, SHRM-CP |
 Secretary Holly Kesterson, SHRM-CP |  Vice President Membership Crystal Creswell, MBA, SHRM-CP State of Illinois | Treasurer OPEN |
2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Chair Marlene Allen Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee | Legislative Director Adam McConnell Legislative Committee | College Relations Director Lakyn Miller College Relations Committee Michelle Woods, Springfield Clinic Ashley Miller, HSHS Mary Flesch, Bank of Springfield Mary Alm, ADP | Vice President & Programs Director Jill Steiner, SHRM-SCP, SPHR |
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Social Media Director Ja’hnette Crawford | Workforce Development Chair Chrissy Thomas, PHR | Certification Chair Hannah Bickes | Website Director Lydia Marquess Memorial Health |
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SHRM Foundation Chair Kelly Gust, MA, SPHR HR Full Circle | Sponsorship Director Erin Sommer |