CODIC Board Members
2009 Board Members
| Board Position | Board Member |
|---|---|
| Chairperson | Regina Zekis Burin |
| Treasurer | Jim Horner |
| Communications Director | Carol Lischalk |
| Marketing Director | Janice Kalet |
| Program Director | April Kenfield |
| Membership Director | Steve Arnold |
| Membership Director | Sue Neustrom |
| Hospitality Director | Carla McConkey |
| Benedictine University Liaison | Bryan Frederick |
| Online Community Center Moderator | Carol Lischalk |
| Alliance Liaison | Regina Zekis Burin |
| Student Advisor | Celia Porod |
| Board Member at Large | TBD |
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Meet The Board
Regina Zekis Burin - Chairperson & Alliance Liaison
Email: chairperson@codic.us, alliance@codic.us
I joined CODIC in December 2003 because I enjoyed the programs and the community of OD professionals. I have been a board member as the Alliance Liaison from 2004 to the present.
My professional background includes:
- Current position as Instructional Designer II for Zurich North America
- My experience includes developing and delivering programs in Management, Customer Service and Interpersonal Relations throughout the US, Canada, Central America, Europe and Asia
- M.A. from Loyola University in OD and B.A. from DePaul University in Behavioral Social Sciences
Jim Horner - Treasurer
Email: treasurer@codic.us
Bio coming
Carol Lischalk - Communications Director & Online Community Center Moderator
Email: communications@codic.us , onlinecommunity@codic.us
I have been an active member of CODIC since 2002. At the time, I was looking for a place to make a professional contribution and CODIC had some opportunities. It was a perfect match. To get involved, I served as Membership Director (2003), CODIC Chairperson (2004-08), Membership Co-Director (2008-09). Now, I move over to Communications Director.
My professional background includes:
- Currently working as an external consultant on a project to transform the sales channels. My area of focus is on the change management and internal communication aspects of this organizational change effort.
- My experience includes both internal and external consulting in the variety of organizational settings.
- M.A. in Organizational Psychology and B. A. in Applied Behavioral Science from National-Louis University
Janice Kalet - Marketing Director
Email: marketing@codic.us
I joined CODIC in 2006 while I was completing my MSMOB. Since most of my career has been in human resources, I wanted to expand my knowledge in organizational development through the eyes of other professionals. I have benefited so much from attending the Learning & Practice Symposiums. It is a great opportunity to exchange innovative ideas, learn new applications and network with others.
My professional background includes:
- Currently supporting the Chicago Department of Labor at the Chicago National Processing Center in which all temporary visas are processed from the United States.
- Over 15 years experience in human resources including public companies, privately-held companies, non-profits and government entities.
- PHR Generalist trained as a Six Sigma Greenbelt and certified in EQ-i supporting operations, part of a core management group and serving on an executive planning committee.
- Additional experience includes both internal and external consulting on defined scope projects in the areas of human resources, organizational development and marketing.
- M.S. Management & Organizational Behavior, Benedictine University, Sigma Beta Delta member, B.S. in Business Management with dual majors, Human Resources and Marketing, Purdue University Calumet.
April Kenfield - Program Director
Email: programs@codic.us
Bio Coming Soon
Steve Arnold - Membership Director
Email: membership@codic.us
Bio Coming Soon
Sue Neustrom - Membership Director
Email: membership@codic.us
I joined CODIC because of the high quality programs and an opportunity to learn from other professionals in the field of organizational development. I also enjoy networking, sharing stories, ideas, and perspectives with other CODIC members.
My professional background includes:
Currently Executive Director of JUST of DuPage, a nonprofit organization offering a holistic approach to rehabilitation serving the inmates of the DuPage County jail.
- Adjunct professor at National Louis University, Benedictine University, Moser College of Adult and Professional Studies, and Argosy University.
- Over 22 years experience in retail banking including business development, marketing and sales.
- Transitioned into nonprofit leadership responsible for the development and implementation of the HR infrastructure to support the growth of a $5 million nonprofit agency serving adults with developmental disabilities.
- Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership from Argosy University.
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Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership/Training and Development from Lewis University.
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Bachelor of Science in Management from National Louis Uiversity
Carla McConkey - Hospitality Director
Email: hospitality@codic.us
I love the camaraderie amongst the CODIC members and felt the effects of it my very first CODIC meeting. I figured, "What better way to get involved than to serve on the Board!"
I am a recent graduate of Benedictine University’s Management and Organizational Behavior program with a double major in Organization Development and Human Resource Management. My joining CODIC aids my pursuit of connecting with others of similar i
nterest, and it offers a wealth of opportunities ranging from networking and learning to association with other Alliance organizations.
My professional background includes:
- 12 years working in Administration for non-profits
- 3 years in business-to-business sales
- Master of Science in Management and Organization Behavior from Benedictine University
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Governors State University
Bryan Frederick - Benedictine University Liaison
Email: buliaison@codic.us
Bio coming
Celia Porod - Student Liaison
Email:
Bio Coming