Success Stories 
"As part of a medium-sized organization, the ability to tap into knowledge and resources from other companies is very important. Through hr connection, I have a large network at my fingertips. Several months ago I was presented with a question from the head of operations in relation to gathering a resource who could assist with some outsourcing activity. A request for help went out to the hr connection group and within a few days, I found the perfect resource for our organization. Without that connection, I never would have been able to provide that information to our leadership team in such a timely manner. As an HR professional, I brought value to the organization. Being part of hr connection has allowed me to expand my resource base in order to bring best practices and human capital solutions to my company. The ability to share information and exchange ideas is what makes hr connection truly unique and immensely valuable."
Jackie McMartin
Group Vice President of Human Resources
Wagner Spray Tech
"Last Monday I sent an email request to my small group for input on handling a potentially concerning situation with a terminated employee. I
sent my email very late in the day and although felt urgency in taking immediate action, anticipated I would not hear anything until the next day.
In
the next 30 minutes I had 3 phone calls and 4 emails responding to my request.
My small group is awesome! Having this support and expertise as I
continue to transition into Human Resources is invaluable! Thank you so much!"
Beverly Mestell
VP of Talent
Peoplenet
"I have found the (Training & OD) hr connection® group really valuable
for professional advice and sharing of best practice. I've belonged
to many professional organizations and what sets the hr connection®
group apart is that I get practical assistance from my peers, advice
and guidance on professional issues and support, without any sales."
Lea Bittner-Eddy
Training Manager
Training and Development
City of Minneapolis
"hr connection® provides me with a
unique opportunity to develop professionally. I’ve gained incredible
insight through ongoing participation in energizing dialogue with a small
group of my respected peers on human resource leadership topics that
really matter."
Dan Haag
Vice President of Human Resources
M.A. Mortenson Company
"I have found the small group environment of hrGroups to be an oasis of
thought, perspective,
insight, confirmation, best practice exchange, and support with my fellow group members. In our group
meetings we have
discussions and exchanges that, I believe, advances the quality of HR practice in the Twin Cities
business community. Group
members frequently bring vexing HR practice challenges to our meetings that, by the end of our sessions,
have received new
perspectives, new resources have been shared, and potential solutions have been offered which sometimes
have been key to
helping individual members increase their effectiveness as HR leaders. It also feels good to be part of
advancing the impact of
HR in other organizations."
Artie Miller
Vice President Human Resources
Medtronic
"As a new member of the hr connection® community I recently had an
opportunity to reap one of the benefits of belonging to the group. I needed to make a recommendation to our executive team the next
day on a particular issue facing the organization. Following a telephone call to hr connection® an
email was sent to the membership asking for input. Within 3 hours I heard from 10-12 members who willingly shared their
policies, philosophies and experiences in this area. Having this information available enabled me to reflect more thoroughly on
the issue, facilitate a comprehensive discussion and arrive at a well thought out solution for our situation. I appreciated the
speed and candidness of my HR colleagues. feedback. They are a valuable collective resource."
Janet Sergot
Director, Human Resources
ELCA Board of Pensions
(Evangelical Lutheran Church of America)
"hr
connection®, in my opinion, is THE premiere HR
networking resource in the Twin Cities. Bob and now Sue have crafted a
first-in-class organization that attracts and retains the top HR talent in
the Twin Cities for the purposes of collaboration, sharing of best
practices, sharing of resources/contacts and staying updated on current
trends. Most importantly for me is the trust and confidence I place in my hr connection® network and its value in
reinforcing my confidence in
tough HR decisions and reinforcing my belief in the value we as HR
professionals serve in our respective roles. I am honored to be part of hr connection®"
"The group is an open, yet intimate forum that is a valuable resource to HR professionals. The
sharing and expertise
within the group provide a certain depth of experience that is not usually attainable within a typical
professional organization."
Julie K. Verry
HR Director
Novartis Medical Nutrition
