Janna Hartsock
Infor CloudSuite Manager
Grant Thornton, LLP
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Janna has over 28 years of experience in Human Resources, including Recruiting, Benefits Administration, Compensation, Performance Management and HRIS. She has a 20+ year record of successful HCM implementations across multiple business sectors, including healthcare, public sector education, federal government contracting, cooperative utility, finance, hospitality, retail, and insurance.  In addition to leading multiple HCM implementations, she has helped multiple organizations optimize and enhance their initial implementations, as well as lead several phase two projects to implement multiple talent management modules for ongoing organizational and business process optimization and enhancement.

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Janna Hartsock
Infor CloudSuite Manager
Grant Thornton, LLP
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Janna has over 28 years of experience in Human Resources, including Recruiting, Benefits Administration, Compensation, Performance Management and HRIS. She has a 20+ year record of successful HCM implementations across multiple business sectors, including healthcare, public sector education, federal government contracting, cooperative utility, finance, hospitality, retail, and insurance.  In addition to leading multiple HCM implementations, she has helped multiple organizations optimize and enhance their initial implementations, as well as lead several phase two projects to implement multiple talent management modules for ongoing organizational and business process optimization and enhancement.

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Robert Ginzel
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Rob is a Director in Grant Thornton Advisor’s Talent and Culture practice where he focuses on advising clients in HR Transformation, talent development and change Management.

As an experienced HR practitioner and human capital consulting director with over 20 years of experience, he partners with clients to create an inclusive culture and engaged workforce to accelerate large-scale transformation, develop emerging talent and business growth. His experience spans across many industry sectors. Specifically, he has consulted to professional services, engineering, industrial products, and not-for-profit organizations.

Rob is a Society of Human Resources Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) and trained as a Prosci Change Management practitioner.

 

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Fadjanie Cadet, MBA, SHRM-CP, ODCP
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Director, Diversity & Inclusion
Forrester
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Fadjanie Cadet (she/her), is an organizational development certified professional and DEI leader, that blends empathy with boldness to inspire inclusive cultures. With a background spanning technology and professional services, she champions high-performing teams and equitable systems. Fadjanie’s approach fosters sustainable change, shifting inclusion efforts from passion to influence. Passionate about amplifying first-gen voices, she drives conversations on intersectionality and talent retention. As the first Global Diversity and Inclusion Director at Forrester, she spearheads D&I strategy, partnering with executives to embed priorities. Fadjanie's unique edge as a speaker lies in her practical insights, drawn from real-world corporate DEI leadership.

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Fadjanie Cadet, MBA, SHRM-CP, ODCP
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Director, Diversity & Inclusion
Forrester
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Fadjanie Cadet (she/her), is an organizational development certified professional and DEI leader, that blends empathy with boldness to inspire inclusive cultures. With a background spanning technology and professional services, she champions high-performing teams and equitable systems. Fadjanie’s approach fosters sustainable change, shifting inclusion efforts from passion to influence. Passionate about amplifying first-gen voices, she drives conversations on intersectionality and talent retention. As the first Global Diversity and Inclusion Director at Forrester, she spearheads D&I strategy, partnering with executives to embed priorities. Fadjanie's unique edge as a speaker lies in her practical insights, drawn from real-world corporate DEI leadership.

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Monday, June 24, 2024 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Dave Barnett
Chief Administrative Officer
DeVry University
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Dave Barnett is the Chief Administrative Officer for DeVry University. Responsible for leading DeVryWorks partnership strategy, while also driving the direction of Human Resources, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Public Relations, Communications and Alumni Relations efforts for the university, Barnett is focused on creating impactful strategies to encourage outstanding outcomes for students, colleagues and partner organizations. He previously served as DeVry’s Chief Human Resources and University Relations Officer.

With more than 20 years of experience, he has worked with numerous universities and corporations, driving large-scale change during times of high growth and turnaround. 

Barnett earned his MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University in Chicago, and a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He holds numerous certifications and has been recognized by the American Society for Training and Development, Training Magazine, and the Malcolm Baldridge National Quality Awards.

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Tuesday, June 25, 2024 - 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Dave Barnett
Chief Administrative Officer
DeVry University
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Dave Barnett is the Chief Administrative Officer for DeVry University. Responsible for leading DeVryWorks partnership strategy, while also driving the direction of Human Resources, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Public Relations, Communications and Alumni Relations efforts for the university, Barnett is focused on creating impactful strategies to encourage outstanding outcomes for students, colleagues and partner organizations. He previously served as DeVry’s Chief Human Resources and University Relations Officer.

With more than 20 years of experience, he has worked with numerous universities and corporations, driving large-scale change during times of high growth and turnaround. 

Barnett earned his MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University in Chicago, and a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He holds numerous certifications and has been recognized by the American Society for Training and Development, Training Magazine, and the Malcolm Baldridge National Quality Awards.

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Monday, June 24, 2024 - 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Adrienne Way
CEO & Owner
EDCOR
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Adrienne L. Way leads Edcor Data Services as the Owner, President, and CEO of the company having acquired Edcor in 2010 after a decade-long tenure within the organization. Her journey within Edcor saw her ascend through the ranks from the Director of IT and Operations to President, Owner, and Chief Operating Officer. Adrienne brings to the table a deep understanding of the company's business and operations, leadership acumen, and a wealth of experience.

Adrienne's leadership philosophy rests on a commitment to leveraging technology and delivering unparalleled service. She was involved in the design of and helped write Edcor’s Scanning and Verification System patent, the industry’s first patent. Her focus on quality, people, and processes has been integral to the level of innovation and success Edcor has achieved. She has been instrumental in helping the company navigate hardships. She played a pivotal role in the accelerated growth of Edcor since she took over the reins resulting in a 358 percent growth in the client base and a staggering 750 percent increase in net profit from 2012 – 19. Thereafter Edcor’s client retention has remained at 98% year-on-year, the client diversity has gone up by 48%, and new business lines have thrived through the challenging economic landscape and post-pandemic era.

Adrienne has been recognized as a trailblazer and entrepreneur earning her finalist positions in the prestigious EY Entrepreneur of the Year awards for both 2016 and 2017. Under her proprietorship, Edcor was certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise and a Woman Owned Small Business by the Women’s Business Enterprise Council in 2011. Adrienne also received the Patriotic Employer Award from the Office of the Secretary of Defense and earned the Excellence in Partnership Silver Award from the Chief Learning Officer. Edcor also has been recognized by Inc. 5000 for rapid growth.  

Adrienne’s previous stint with Sandy Corporation where she developed training support systems for the automotive industry laid a foundation for her success. She holds a Master of Science in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Information Management from Central Michigan University, laying the academic foundation for her illustrious career.

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Elaine Johnson
Vice President of Advisory Services for DCSI
Dynamic Corporate Solutions, INC
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As Vice President of Advisory Services, Elaine Johnson works with clients to design and implement transformational HR strategies and solutions. She previously served as a Human Resources executive with national and international organizations in the transportation, telecommunications, financial services, and healthcare industries.  As a Corporate Development Principal, Johnson led strategic investment initiatives from deal qualification through post-acquisition integration. 

She has an MBA from the University of North Florida, a Bachelor of Science in Management from the University of South Florida, and is nationally accredited as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and a Senior Certified Professional through SHRM (SHRM-SCP). 

 

 

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Tuesday, June 25, 2024 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Andrea Goodkin
EVP, People & Technology Practice Leader
HUB International Limited
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Andrea Goodkin is HUB’s People & Technology Consulting Practice Leader. With more than 30 years of combined in-house human resource leadership and consulting experience across diverse organizations, Andrea has a specialized talent for building and developing high-performing human capital programs, systems and teams. She applies her extensive experience in helping clients to build and implement cost-effective and cutting-edge workforce and technology strategies and solutions.

Before joining HUB, Andrea was head of Human Resources for the Northern California offices of Baker McKenzie, one of the world’s largest global law firms. She spent her early career at AtomFilms/AtomShockwave, the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, and Federated Department Stores, where she led the development of multiple HR programs and teams.

Andrea graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Washington. She holds a Certificate from the Human Resource Executive Program at Stanford University, Graduate School of Business, a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification from the Human Resource Certification Institute and is a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).

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Andrea Goodkin
EVP, People & Technology Practice Leader
HUB International Limited
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Andrea Goodkin is HUB’s People & Technology Consulting Practice Leader. With more than 30 years of combined in-house human resource leadership and consulting experience across diverse organizations, Andrea has a specialized talent for building and developing high-performing human capital programs, systems and teams. She applies her extensive experience in helping clients to build and implement cost-effective and cutting-edge workforce and technology strategies and solutions.

Before joining HUB, Andrea was head of Human Resources for the Northern California offices of Baker McKenzie, one of the world’s largest global law firms. She spent her early career at AtomFilms/AtomShockwave, the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, and Federated Department Stores, where she led the development of multiple HR programs and teams.

Andrea graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Washington. She holds a Certificate from the Human Resource Executive Program at Stanford University, Graduate School of Business, a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification from the Human Resource Certification Institute and is a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).

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Michelle Dix, SHRM-SCP
SVP, Human Capital Consulting
HUB International Limited
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With over 25 years of experience in human capital leadership, Michelle has expertise across all HR disciplines and is a true business partner.  As the HR consulting lead for HUB’s Midwest region, Michelle orchestrates a team that is focused on all points along the employee lifecycle.  Michelle works with clients on strategy and planning, talent and performance management, and drives all compliance efforts including audits, investigations and training.

Prior to HUB, Michelle was an HR leader for United Airlines Employee’s Credit Union (today branded as Alliant), where she championed leadership coaching and development programs.  As a former HR business partner for DuPage County, Michelle overhauled its talent acquisition program, significantly improving talent quality and retention. Today, using her 14 plus years of consulting experience with HUB International, Michelle specialize in conducting HR assessments, delivering practical solutions to clients with the goal of building high performing HR departments.

Michelle’s clients today span a broad range of clients and industries. As a Prosci® certified change practitioner, Michelle specializes in a broad range of change management solutions for her clients.  As a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, Michelle helps her clients develop best-in-class employee engagement programs and leadership development.  Michelle graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from Clarke University, is a certified Senior Professional in HR (SPHR) and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). 

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