IN-PERSON | Lessons in Leadership with Julie Klima and Special Guest, Iris Edelen
Lessons in Leadership is for leaders eager to grow. Join fellow CXers for a conversation with a woman leader in the community, so you can grow in knowledge, learn from others, and identify ways to stretch yourself.
Each session our Lessons in Leadership facilitator, Julie Klima, Managing Director at Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership at UMKC, will interview a guest woman in leadership who will share their experience and philosophies. September's special guest is Iris Edelen, Vice President of People and Culture at the Kansas City Royals
Whether you are a manager or project leader, new entrant to the workforce with company leadership on the horizon, an entrepreneur leading in a variety of ways, or an executive, you are welcome to join Lessons in Leadership. Real discussion leads to evolving mindsets and behaviors, and CX's environment is comfortable for open discussion and sharing.
As a seasoned Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM), Iris Edelen is recognized as a transformative leader adept at driving organizational change and achieving results in complex environments. Throughout her career, Iris has consistently championed company values, vision, and expectations, establishing herself as a trusted steward of organizational culture and development.
Currently serving as the Vice President of People and Culture for the Kansas City Royals, Iris is responsible for shaping a high-performance culture that aligns with strategic objectives. In this role, she leads initiatives across all facets of HR management, from talent acquisition and diversity management to leadership development and employee relations. Her tenure underscores her commitment to fostering a workplace where innovation thrives and where employees are empowered to achieve their full potential.
Previously, at Orion Group Holdings, Inc., Iris held the position of Human Resources Director, overseeing the TAS Concrete division. In this capacity, she spearheaded comprehensive HR operations, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while driving cultural transformation initiatives. Her efforts resulted in streamlined processes and enhanced employee relations across multiple regions.
Prior to that, as a Senior Human Resource Manager in the Houston area, Iris led corporate HR functions, optimizing talent acquisition strategies that delivered significant cost savings and implementing cutting-edge recruiting technologies to enhance efficiency.
Julie Klima is the Managing Director at the Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership at UMKC, which is dedicated to enhancing performance and effectiveness in the nonprofit community through education, research and service. Julie is a passionate advocate for a thriving nonprofit sector and has more than two decades of cross-sector experience leading teams through growth and change.
Date and Time
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
5:00 pm - Arrival, mingle and enjoy appetizers and wine
5:30 pm - Discussion begins
6:30 pm - Stick around and mingle if desired
7:00 pm - Event ends
Please Provide Us Notice If You Need To Cancel:
We understand that schedules change. If you have registered for this program and can no longer attend, we greatly appreciate you notifying us of your cancellation by completing our cancellation form or emailing hello@centralexchange.org at least 48-hours prior to the program if possible. This is so we can adjust our catering order to help eliminate food waste and prepare accordingly. Thank you!
Location
IN-PERSON AT UMKC BLOCH EXECUTIVE HALL
5108 CHERRY STREET, ROOM 331
KANSAS CITY, MO 64110
Pick up your parking pass in Lot 12. Click HERE to download a pdf with parking instructions.
Fees/Admission
FREE for CX Members
1 Voucher for CX Partners
$35.00 for Non-members
No refunds.
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Contact Information
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