May 2012 Program

Consulting Unplugged

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

5:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.

Location:  Hilton Garden Inn

Program Description:

Ever wonder how to develop your skills as a consultant? How to start your own consulting business? How to strengthen your internal consulting skills to influence and improve your organization? Join us as we look at the role a consultant plays in the learning and development profession. Hear from a consultant in the industry as she shares her real world experiences and best practices.

Facilitator Bio:

Seema Rafay

Seema Rafay is the Founding Principal of Spectrum Performance Management, a global talent management firm, providing expertise in workforce assessments, performance management, effective communication, customer service, sales and leadership development. She assists organizations in building world class cultures by instilling an inclusive, yet equitable 'hire for performance' mindset. Her core strengths include right-fit selection and recruitment consulting, leadership coaching and development for optimum performance as well as succession planning.

Seema’s background includes over 20 years of working with organizations in Canada and the USA. She combines her top performing career in sales management and business development in retail and financial services, with an MBA in Human Resources and International Business from Keller Graduate School of Business to deliver results for her clients. Today, she serves a wide spectrum of industries ranging from manufacturing to call center, that vary in employee size from 200 to over 50,000. Seema serves on the board of Central Florida Employment Council and is a Founders' Club member and strategic partner of Profiles International, a leading global provider of workforce assessments. In addition to being member of various HR and management associations, Seema has published articles on talent management, leadership development, succession planning and workforce retention issues. Seema is an advocate of self-management techniques, inspirational leadership, self-empowerment and the empowerment of others. Seema Rafay is a regular presenter at regional and state SHRM conferences across North America. 

Register today!

Event Information:

Registration: 5:30-6:00
Dinner: 6:00

Event Location: 

Hilton Garden Inn Orlando - International Drive North

5877 American Way

Orlando, FL 32819   

Investment:   

$25 Student Member
$30 CFC-ASTD Member
$40 guests and non-members
$45 for late registrations

* Please note registration closes on Friday, May 18th at noon. If you register after that, the cost will be $45.

From our Platinum Sponsor: 

Hilton Garden Inn

The Hilton Garden Inn offers 1,300 square feet of versatile function space and full onsite catering. From private events in one of our meeting rooms to relaxed sessions throughout our grounds, HGI is the place to meet.

Our professionals will be at your side from the initial phone call to the final handshake, taking care of every detail to ensure you achieve every goal. Between endless sunshine and endless service, the Hilton Garden Inn will change the way you meet in Orlando.

By attending this program you may be able to earn 1.5 (General) HRCI recertification credit hours towards PHR, SPHR, and GPHR recertification through the HR Certificate Institute.

You may be able to submit for CPLP recertification credit.

As a friendly reminder, cancellations are due no less than 5 days prior to the program. Pre-Paid registrations will not be refunded after the fifth day and pending confirmations will be invoiced with payment due upon receipt. This policy will remain in effect as an effort to cover catering expense and unsold seating created by holding your reservation. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Photos are often taken during the program meeting to be used for newsletters, the website and marketing purposes.  If you prefer not to appear in the image, please let the photographer know at the meeting.