About Us

Our Mission

The Greater Monadnock Society for Human Resource Management is a non-profit organization of Human Resources professionals representing private and public sector employers in the Greater Monadnock area. The objectives of the association are:

1. To provide opportunities for conferences, research and exchange of knowledge and experience among members.

2. To provide a forum for the personal and professional development of members.

3. To provide an opportunity to focus on current human resource management issues of importance to members.

4. To provide a focus for legislative attention to state and national human resource management issues.

5. To provide valuable networking opportunities, as well as information gathering and dissemination channels.


Code of Ethics

If you would like to request a copy of the GMSHRM By-Laws, please contact a member of the GMSHRM Board of Directors.



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Board of Directors

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Priscilla Brisson, PHR, President, is Director of Human Resources at Monadnock Developmental Services. Ms. Brisson has been a member of the national SHRM organization for 10 years and has a wealth of experience in human resources, having worked in both profit and non-profit organizations. She has been a past board member for other local business. She is currently completing her degree with Franklin Pierce University. Priscilla resides in Swanzey with her husband.
Priscilla@MDS-nh.org

Jennie Rogers, Vice President graduated from Franklin Pierce College with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. As Controller for MacMillin, Jennie directs and coordinates all accounting procedures and functions. Jennie has responsibility for all HR functions, financial records, payroll, banking and daily operation of the accounting department.

Piper Reason, MHSA, Treasurer works as a career development specialist for Second Start in Concord. Over the last seven years she has earned certifications as a job and career transition coach (JCTC), workforce development professional (CWDP), professional resume writer (CPRW), career development facilitator (CDF), and as a CDF instructor (CDFI). She earned her BS in Education at KSC and Masters in Human Services Administration from Antioch New England - and loves being in the Monadnock Region where she has worked in human services and education as a manager or trainer for nearly 20 years.
possibilities4u2@myfairpoint.net

Rachel O'Neil, SPHR, Secretary, is a Senior Organizational Advancement Analyst at Timken Super Precision. In this role she works to deliver improved business results by providing practical and innovative solutions that address the key challenges of talent management and organizational capability. Rachel obtained her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Master of Science in Industrial Relations from West Virginia University. She has spent most of the past 7 years in Manufacturing environments, both union and non-union, in and around New England. Rachel also serves on the Membership Committee.
Rachel.ONeil@timken.com

Virginia Houle, Member at large is a Human Capital Business Partner at Markem-Imaje Corporation. In that role she works with the Supply Chain, Information/Communication Technology and Finance functions on both strategic and operational human capital issues. She has been in Human Capital for 7 years and prior to that worked in the Supply Chain for Markem-Imaje as the Production Planning Manager. She is a Professional in Human resources (PHR) since December 2007. Ginny also serves on the Membership Committee, and volunteers her time as a member on the Tri Parish Pastoral Council for St. Bernard and as Facilitator for the Marie Rivier Associates in Keene.
ghoule@markem-imaje.com

Audrie Osgood, Member at large is Director of Human Resources at The Mountain Corporation. Audrie is responsible for all human resource functions within the company. Audrie also developed and oversees the company's onsite employee child care program. Audrie has been with the company for over five years and during this time she has helped promote a safe and productive environment by coordinating and executing safety directives including Worker's Compensation and Joint Loss Management Committee and facilitating communication between departments, managers, and employees.
audrie@themountain.com

Scott Ryan, Member at large is the Vice President of TPI Staffing Group and has been employed there since 2001. Scott's responsibilities include the oversight of Employee Relations, Banking, Insurance, Public Relations, Benefits, Sales/Marketing and Payroll. TPI Staffing Group is a family owned business and has been in operation since 1987. They have locations in Milford, Claremont, Brattleboro and Keene and service any and every type of industry in those areas. Scott volunteers his time with Keene Rotary Club, Monadnock Economic Development, Sons of American Legion, Marlborough Fire Department, and Keene Chamber of Commerce.
sryan@tpistaffing.net

Donna Whipple, PHR, Member at large Human Resource Generalist at Home Depot, oversees the HR functions in the Southern NH/VT store locations, with a focus on associate relations. She brings over 25 years of business experience to her role which includes previous positions as Corporate Recruiter at Tire Warehouse and Regional Training Manager for Ames Department Stores, Inc. A Professional in Human Resources (PHR) since 2003, Donna is also an Advisory Board alumni member for Prospera, an online people management tool developed and produced by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.
donna_whipple@homedepot.com

Amy Wright, PHR, Member at large, is the Human Resource Manager for Clark-Mortenson Agency with a bachelor's degree in Business Management. Amy specializes in HR compliance, benefits administration and employee relations. Amy also volunteers her time to the Keene Relay for Life, The IIANH Education Committee, Young Agents Committee, Keene Community Kitchen and NH Adopt A Highway.
awright@clark-mortenson.com



GMSHRM Committees

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The GMSHRM committees are established to provide the Chapter with special ongoing services. Chapter members are encouraged to seek out the committee chair if they are interested in joining. Our standing committees include:

Program Committee: The primary responsibility of our program committee is to identify & recruit speakers for the monthly meetings based on Chapter member interests; this committee is also in charge of overall monthly meeting coordination.
Committee co-chairs: Rebecca Osborne - rosborne@cheshire-med.com
Caleb Wolfe - cwwll@yahoo.com

Membership Committee:The membership committee is responsible for soliciting and reviewing applications for new members, maintaining the membership roster, and introducing new members at monthly meetings.
Committee chair: Paula Matthews - paula@hrcompliance101.com

Nominating Committee: Chaired by the immediate past president, this committee develops and presents to the board of directors and membership a slate of nominees for officers/directors for the new year.
Committee chair: Priscilla Brisson - Priscilla@MDS-nh.org




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