DEI Panel Discussion

Moderated by: Charm Der  
Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Tundra Lodge

7:30AM – 9:30AM

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Join us for a strategic panel discussion on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our esteemed panelists will delve into crucial topics surrounding diversity in the workplace. The panel will include individuals from three organizations in Northeast Wisconsin who all have extensive DEI backgrounds and successes to share with their organization’s DEI efforts. Attendees will be sure to leave with ideas on best practices on how to foster an inclusive environment for all.

ABOUT THE MODERATOR

Charm Der, MA Ed, PHR, SHRM-CP, CDR

Charm Der is the Founder of Wonder at Work, a boutique People, Culture & Equity consulting and training collective in addition to Get To Gather, a platform designed to help people gather better at work and in their community. Charm is also an Adjunct Instructor at the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay, teaching courses related to inclusive leadership, enhancing workplace culture, and effective communication in multicultural teams. 

As a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategist, facilitator, and speaker she has over a decade of experience in Human Resources, communication, organizational culture, and the DEI space. She is energized by community activism, helping others to bridge the gap between pre-awareness and persistence in the People, Culture & Equity space, and building the organizational and community cultures where people from all identities and backgrounds thrive.

ABOUT THE PANELISTS

Jenene Calloway – Vice President of Talent Development and Chief Diversity Officer – Schreiber Foods

Jenene Calloway was named Vice President of Talent Development and Chief Diversity Officer in June 2021. She joined Schreiber in 2006 as Human Resource Team Advisor at the former Ravenna, Nebraska, plant. Jenene has held roles within plant HR leadership and corporate training, recruitment, and development teams.

Jenene earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and has an advanced degree in Industrial Psychology, both from Missouri State University, and is currently pursuing a doctorate in Global Leadership from Troy University in Troy, Alabama.

She has earned numerous awards in the community including ATHENA Leadership Award, Wisconsin’s 49 Most Influential Black Leaders, and Future 15 by the Greater Green Bay Chamber.

Dawn Rentmeester – Project and Compliance Partner – Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

Dawn Rentmeester brings over 20 years of progressive human resource experience in higher education and the private sector.  With a steadfast commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Dawn actively infuses these values into her daily work, striving to create a culture that prioritizes inclusion and views employees holistically.

Dawn's expertise extends to successful project management and exceptional relationship-building skills. Leveraging critical thinking and analysis, she enhances the efficiency of various processes and programs, consistently reviewing and improving outcomes through data interpretation and analysis.

Her strategic approach, characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a keen eye for assessing risks, enables Dawn to navigate challenges while staying focused on overarching goals. As a Project & Compliance Partner at NWTC, Dawn is dedicated to driving initiatives that advance the college's mission and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Alyssa Scriven – People Operations Director – Fork Farms

Alyssa is a dairy farm-raised Wisconsinite with a passion for growing vegetables and sharing them with others. Her love of agriculture and feeding people nutritious food made Fork Farms the solution to combine her interests and professional experience to make an impact on hunger relief around the world. She is currently the People Operations Director at Fork Farms where she works to uplift and support her coworkers.

Alyssa began her career as a newspaper reporter in Northeast Wisconsin with the USA Today Network, where she covered topics including, agriculture, business, and local government. After three years, she pivoted to corporate marketing for H.J. Martin and Son, where she gained further communications and project management skills. She has a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. 

Alyssa and her husband live in Oconto County, Wisconsin with their daughter and two dogs. When she’s not photographing her garden, you will find her reading fantasy novels, spending time outside with her family, or enjoying a plate of tacos while watching The Office.

Meeting Schedule

7:30AM – 8:00AM                            Registration and Breakfast Buffet

8:00AM – 8:30 AM                          SHRM Business and DEI Award

8:30AM – 9:30AM                            Panel Discussion

Reservation Deadline for this meeting is Friday, April 5th at 5:00 PM.    

$25 – GB SHRM Member*

$35 – Guest of GB SHRM Member/Non-Member*

$10 – SHRM Student Chapter Member

HRCI and SHRM Credits have been submitted for credits for this program