DallasHR 2018 Community Report

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

I will always remember 2018 as a banner year for DallasHR. While I will ad- mit some bias in that regard, since I served as DallasHR President in 2018, my belief is based not on my service but on what we were able to accomplish as an organization. I began the year inspired by Ron Culberson’s book Do It Well. Make It Fun. and I made it my theme for the year. I charged the DallasHR Board of Directors and membership as a whole to excel as volunteer leaders, volunteers, and HR professionals, but also to enjoy the journey and have fun. Through the joint efforts of the Board of Directors, the DallasHR staff, and our membership, 2018 ex- ceeded my expectations! We saw the theme woven through every aspect of our organization. We de- buted an all-new educational programming struc- ture that provided more continuing education hours than ever before, provided greater flexibility to our membership, increased our talent acquisition offer- ings, and provided a more in-depth review of topics relevant to our membership. We provided network- ing opportunities at fantastic venues throughout the city and energized our in-office networking events with themes and activities. We solidified our grow- ing Collin CountyHR area with engaging educational opportunities and increased networking opportu- nities. All the while, we remembered to have fun

and enjoy ourselves! These efforts paid remarkable dividends. Our membership numbers reached historic highs, we regularly reached capacity at our networking events, and our volunteers were engaged and active throughout the year. I am especially proud of the pinnacle of our efforts to do it well and make it fun—our first annual HRSTARS gala! We had more than 250 attendees in their finest attire enjoying an eve- ning of pure celebration and fun.We honored ten outstanding individuals and companies for their achievements in HR, enjoyed great music, par- took of some excellent food and drinks, and had a fun evening with our friends and colleagues! I can honestly say that 2018 was an unbelievable year and an absolute success! It was my pleasure to serve as your President and it is through your efforts that we did it well and made it fun!

Dustin Paschal President, DallasHR

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