2024 Executive Board Officers

President

Michelle Ferrari

Personal Email / Work Email / Cell: 860-387-5013

Current Role

Human Resource Business Partner

Goals & Aspirations

Achieve SHRM-CP. Currently working in a company that is forming as one unit and assisting in creating HR department and functions.

Most Impressive & Relevant Achievements

Elected Board of Education Hartland, CT-secretary
DEI certification from CSSU 2022
HR certification from CSSU 2022

One Fact About Me

I find inspiration in quotes, and I find a quote a week to share with my company that encompasses what is relevant for the week.

Past President

Nancy C. Tarascio-Latour, MBA, SPHR-CP, PRC

Email / Cell: 203-339-2219

Current Role

Sr. Manager, Talent Acquisition & Onboarding, Clean Harbors

Goals & Aspirations

My goal is to speak at a national SHRM conference.

Most Impressive & Relevant Achievements

Director Elect for CT SHRM
Chairman, Board of Ethics, Town of Litchfield
3 Years on the Connecticut State Council, Director of Programs

One Fact About Me

I climbed to the top Chichén Itza in 1989

Programs Director

Christine Goodall

Email

Current Role

Human Resources Manager at Hubbell Power Systems, Winsted, CT
Supporting 120 manufacturing employees

Goals & Aspirations

I enjoy learning and acquiring new skills along my journey as well as meeting new people

One fact About Me

I have lived in all the 3 states that begin with a letter “C”

Treasurer

Mikala Esty, SHRM-CP

Email: estymikala@gmail.com / Cell: 802-291-1620

Current Role

Professional Development, Staff & Program Coordinator for Torrington Savings Bank

Goals & Aspirations

Own my own food truck

Most Impressive & Relevant Achievements

I graduated from SNHU with my Bachelor’s in Human Resources with a Minor in Organizational Leadership
I am currently studying for my Masters in Human Resources at UConn
I participate on various HR Committees and groups, including Chamber HR groups and CT Banker’s Association

One Fact About Me

I love to cook and feed people, hence the goal of owning my own food truck.

VP Membership

Adam Seifert

Email: Membership.nwcthra@gmail.com

Current Role

Retirement Plan Advisor – Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA

Goals & Aspirations

Top 100 Retirement Plan Advisor in the Country
Most Impressive & Relevant Achievements
Achieved the CPFA designation specific to my area of expertise.

One Fact About ME

Two-time Ironman Triathlon Finisher

VP Sponsorship

Elizabeth Dolan

Email: elizabeth.dolan@insperity.com / Cell: 617-548-1533

Current Role

Insperity, Business Performance Advisor

Goals & Aspirations

To help small to mid-size companies grow by providing unbeatable support combined with innovative technology. A comprehensive HR solution that meets our clients' needs, backed by our experienced team of specialists

Most Impressive & Relevant Achievements

Completed my bachelor’s degree with a 3.9 GPA later in life from Northeastern University

One Fact About ME

Avid Peloton Bike Rider

Co-Newsletter Director

Danielle Fournier, MBA

daniellefournier@ogind.com / Cell: 860-484-9432

Current Role:

Human Resources Business Partner, O&G Industries, Inc. supporting 800+ employees in the field of construction.

Goals & Aspirations:

To inspire and motivate others to work toward achieving their own personal and career goals by acting as a role model and encouraging them to challenge themselves.

Most Impressive and Relevant Achievements:

Obtained my MBA with a specialization in Human Resources Management with a 4.0 GPA in 2019. I began working in human resources not long after graduating and have loved the field of work ever since I started!

One Fact About Me: