HRMC and The Delta Institute

James G. Wolf - President
Jim's experience in corporate career transition services with HRMC began in 1986. He has been instrumental in developing unique programs specifically designed to meet the needs of corporate clients. He developed and manages HRMC's Alliance Network of affiliated independent career transition firms consisting of over 100 U.S. locations. He also led the development of e-Connect™, a successful remote-based career transition program serving candidates nationwide with personal attention and extensive technology tools. Jim is also nationally known for his career and outplacement counseling work with executives and professional candidates from nearly every industry and discipline. Corporate clients and individual candidates have praised him for his high ethical standards, trustworthiness, and ability to inspire and motivate.

Jim has been a guest on KMOX News Radio, providing insight on job market changes, and is a regularly featured career expert on
KMOV-TV’s “Ready to Work” series. For over 12 years, he’s conducted such workshops as "Networking Skills," "Job Search Strategy," "Job Interviewing," and "Capitalizing on Job Search Technology." His workshops are customized, fast-paced, and interactive, giving participants real-world tools and techniques they can use immediately.

Jim has served on numerous committees and as a board member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) local chapter, HRMA of Greater St. Louis, since the early 1980’s; he holds the title of Past-President and remains involved in the organization. He is also active in a number of human resources and civic organizations, and regularly participates in volunteer activities to assist people in transition. Jim is a graduate of St. Louis University with a BS in personnel and industrial relations.

Debbie Hilke - Vice President, Business Solutions
Debbie has over 15 years experience in the human resource consulting industry. She has served as Director of Relocation, Vice President of Operations, and, most recently, as President of a leading corporate relocation firm. Over her career, Debbie has successfully managed large relocation projects involving hundreds of employee/family moves at a time. She has earned the respect of numerous corporate human resource managers and executives nationwide based on her ability to create effective solutions for very complex and vital corporate assignments. At HRMC, Debbie focuses on expanding corporate relationships, both nationally and internationally. She is a graduate of Maryville University and holds a BS in business administration. Debbie is active in a number of local organizations and currently serves on the board of the National Human Resource Association.

Thomas N. Tener - Vice President
Tom has almost 40 years of management and executive experience in industry, higher education, and elected political positions. Most recently, he led all aspects of community affairs and organizational development efforts for a privately held corporation with annual revenues approaching $2 billion. He has expertise ranging from HR management and performance improvement to performance appraisal systems and instructional technology. Tom serves on numerous boards of directors in the St. Louis region, including the United Way of Greater St. Louis, where he is a member of the Executive Committee and Chairman of the Community Information and Outcome Management Committee. Past memberships include the Better Business Bureau, Sheldon Concert Hall, Rohan Woods School, and the Vashon Education Compact. He has been a presenter at national meetings of professional associations, such as the Employee Involvement Association, the American Management Association, and the Society for Human Resources Management. Tom was an alderman and mayor of the City of Town and Country. He is a graduate of the University of Tulsa with a BA in psychology.

Karen Phon - Vice President of Operations
Karen has over 10 years of experience in accounting and office management. She analyzes and organizes office operations and procedures, implements company policies, and supervises our support team. Karen reviews contracts and handles requests from corporate customers regarding vendor requirements to ensure compliance with guidelines and regulations. She also coordinates weekly client seminars on a variety of topics related to the job-search process. Karen has an MBA from the University of Missouri, St. Louis.

Karen Valentin - Manager, Client Services
Karen manages our local and national individual and group programs. She ensures the reporting of client activities to our corporate customers and oversees client services. Karen provides computer and Internet training to our clients and is responsible for familiarizing them with their exclusive support services. She also coordinates client events, including weekly networking meetings and specialized seminars. Karen has a BA in English and psychology from Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.

John L. Oldani, Ph.D. - Senior Consultant
John has more than 25 years of experience in many levels of organizational development, including management training, needs assessments, change management, executive coaching, and strategic planning. He was a professor at Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville for 20 years and a visiting professor at the University of California at Berkeley and the University of Florida, Gainesville. John has been a national and international board member for the Institute of Management Studies, Chairperson of the Edison Electric Institute Executive Leadership Training, and an officer in ASTD. He is certified as a master trainer in many training programs such as Seven Habits, MBTI, Wilson Social Styles, DiSC Assessments, Diversity/Harmony, DDI, and Behavioral Interviewing, among others. John has a Ph.D. and an AB from Saint Louis University.

Mike Burroughs - Sr. Consultant & Search Practice Leader
Mike has over three decades of experience developing and recruiting managers and executives. Prior to entering the private sector in 1984, he was an army officer holding command and staff positions in the U.S. and abroad. His final assignment was as head of leadership development at the U.S. Army Academy of Health Sciences. Mike’s corporate experience has focused on organization development, and he has served as the Director/VP of OD for divisions of three Fortune 500 companies, McDonnell Douglas, American Express, and ARAMARK. He has also served as COO, program manager, sales executive, and HR executive. Since 1998, Mike has delivered executive coaching, new leader assimilation, and talent mapping through his own consulting firm. For ten years, he led a regional office for a “top five” retained executive recruiting firm, recruiting over 100 executives from CEO to director level. He recently moved to form his own executive search firm, ESI Associates. Mike also spent 17 years as an Army Reserve officer and retired as a colonel. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Middle Tennessee State University and a master’s degree in public administration from Clark University.

Sheryl Watts - Communications Development Professional
Sheryl has over 20 years of experience as an administrative professional, and is proficient in various Microsoft products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer. She provides exceptional communication services to clients on and offsite, including editing, proofreading, and e-mail and letter writing/processing. Sheryl performs one-on-one and group sessions with clients that include instruction on how to use e-mail in the job-search process, successful letter writing techniques, time management, how to format and develop a scannable resume, and how to successfully perform a job search from home. She also maintains HRMC's library services, which include an assortment of books, periodicals, and data research services to assist clients in learning effective job-search skills. Sheryl has an Associates Degree from Stephens Business School and is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW).

Eileen Cain - Accounting Specialist
Eileen has over 20 years of billing/accounts experience at professional service and distribution companies. She is responsible for setting up client accounts; tracking and processing payables and receivables; updating, gathering, and researching marketing and operations data; and purchasing office supplies. Her skills in Microsoft Excel and Word make her a valuable part of the support team.

John Collins - Senior Consultant
John has over 35 years of experience in operational management, sales and marketing, and acquisitions and divestitures. He was most recently the President of a Fortune 500 division with more than 6,000 employees. John has the skills to assess the viability of a business, lead turnaround efforts, and assimilate newly acquired businesses into existing organizations. He is recognized as a motivator of people and has been a frequent speaker at major state and national industry meetings. John received a BA from St. Francis University, an MBA from Fairleigh Dickinson University, and a JD from the University of Baltimore. He currently serves as Executive Director of the Automotive Sales Council.

Max Lorenz, Ph.D. - Psychologist & Career Consultant
Dr. Lorenz has over 16 years of experience working as the staff psychologist for an international career transition firm. He has worked with executives and organizations to provide value-added services to enhance the human factor for the past 20 years. Max is a licensed psychologist in Missouri and has a Ph.D. from St. Louis University with a focus in counseling and organizational psychology. He has an MA and a BA in psychology and is a member of the American Psychological Association.

Beverly Berner - Senior Consultant
Beverly has over 20 years of diverse business management experience, including banking and advertising. As vice president for a major advertising firm, her responsibilities included managing accounts for Fortune 500 firms such as Anheuser-Busch, Ralston Purina, and Banquet Foods. She founded her own business in 1994, delivering consulting on strategic planning and leadership development. In 1996, Beverly graduated from Coach University and has since focused primarily on coaching individuals in career development, performance improvement, and job transition. She served as Vice President of Client Services for a global career transition firm before developing ACT 2 to assist those wanting an active and meaningful retirement. Beverly has earned the designation of PCC (Professional Certified Coach) from the International Coach Federation and is co-leader of the local chapter. She is a member of the Downtown Rotary Club and has volunteered for Kids in the Middle and the American Red Cross. She also has a bachelor of science in communications.

Terry Clevenger - Senior Consultant
Terry has over five years career counseling experience at collegiate and non-profit levels, including career assessments, resume writing and development, job-search skills, and interviewing techniques. His extensive background includes working with diverse populations, including traditional and nontraditional aged clients. Terry is a member of the National Career Development Association (NCDA) and assumes a leadership role with Retrouvaille, a crisis marriage intervention program. He is also a frequent speaker at Career Connections, a job support club. Terry has an MA in counseling and guidance from the University of Missouri, Kansas City and a BS in radio/TV from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri.

Lynn David - Senior Consultant
Lynn has 35 years of experience working with small, medium, and large financial institutions throughout the United States. Prior to founding his own consulting firm in 1995, he worked with KPMG Peat Marwick LLP in its Financial Institutions Management Consulting Service for eight years; the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis in various management capacities for over 13 years; and in the lending, operations, and correspondent banking area of commercial banks for four years. He is an accomplished speaker who has presented on such topics as “Dealing From a New Deck—Assistance in Successful Consolidation,” “Budgeting: Management’s Tool for Planning, Communication, and Profitability,” and “Structuring Your Organization for Growth, Profitability and Survival.” Lynn has a BS in Business Administration from the University of Arkansas and an MS in Commerce with a major in Finance from St. Louis University. He is also a graduate of the American Bankers Association’s Stonier Graduate School of Banking and National Commercial Lending School.

Jane Fryar, DSL - Senior Consultant
Jane has extensive leadership experience in both for-profit and not-for-profit environments. She has a proven ability to apply solid academic research in real-world situations, as well as a love for teaching in multiple venues with diverse audiences. By reorganizing multiple processes, initiating development of new programs, and spurring incremental growth of existing programs, Jane has created viable strategic business plans that increase profitability. She is skilled at applying coherent business policies and viable team procedures to increase productivity and improve morale. Jane has held such positions as dean and associate professor at Concordia University and director of the Curriculum Development Department at Concordia Publishing House. She is the author of Trust and Teams: Putting Servant Leadership to Work and Servant Leadership: Setting Leaders Free. She has a doctorate in strategic leadership from Regent University, an MA in teaching from Webster University, and a BS in education from Concordia Teachers College.

Michael R. Grogan - Senior Consultant
Mike has coached owners of small- and medium-sized businesses, as well as executives and managers in Fortune 100 companies. His coaching style is characterized by fresh perspectives, high energy, and deep interest in the success and well-being of his clients. Besides 17 years of sales and marketing leadership in national and international pharmaceutical products, Mike has 10 years of coaching and consulting experience serving some 20 industries and specialty areas, coaching every level of the management hierarchy. His coaching has helped accelerate the development of managers to get them ready for executive roles more quickly. He has also been highly effective in assisting executives with performance issues, having helped 80 percent of such cases return to good standing. He also serves as an advisor and sounding board to owners and chief executives. Mike has experience working with groups; facilitating strategic planning processes; dealing with cultural and interpersonal strife; and providing training in sales, communications, leadership, teamwork, and management. He is a process leader with the Chief Executive Network, and in 2008 he launched a blog for leaders. Mike has a BS in communications from Cornell University and an MBA in international management and marketing from New York University. He earned coaching certification from the Johnston Consulting Group in 2003.

Charles Huddleston - Senior Consultant
Charlie is a recognized and certified HR, OD, HRD, and talent assessment practitioner who founded and served as the President of the Heartland Organization Development Network (HODN) and the Kansas City Human Performance Resource Network (HPRN). He has also served as a member of the board of the Kansas City chapter of ASTD, and is certified by SHRM as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). Fully accredited by the International Organization Development Institute (ODI), he is certified as a Registered Organization Development Consultant (RODC). Charlie also teaches a HRCI/SHRM certification study group in Kansas City. As a hands-on practitioner, he has served in several diverse leadership roles, including Organization Development Director, Training Director, Human Resources Director, and HR Business Consultant to a variety of industries. Charlie holds a master’s degree in industrial-organizational psychology and a bachelor's degree with dual majors in psychology and sociology.

Robert Korpella - Senior Consultant
Bob has over 20 years experience in plant and corporate human resources positions. His career includes progressive HR roles in numerous industries, such as plastic film manufacturing, printed circuit boards, electric motors, and children's products, before becoming vice president of human resources for a poultry service company. Bob earned his SPHR certification in 1993 and has since been certified for life. After a plant closing, he successfully transitioned into outplacement assistance and has been a career consultant for HRMC since 2000. Bob has been an independent HR contractor, working on projects in recruitment and retention, training, strategic planning, and union avoidance. He is a graduate of the University of Arkansas with a BSBA in administrative management, and owns a consulting firm, HRSolutions.

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Ed Mlodzik - Senior Consultant
Ed has six years experience in executive coaching, three of which were spent consulting in a Kansas City firm. He has held management positions in marketing, sales, and human resources with the Bell System, United Telecom, and Sprint Nextel. He has also managed High Potential Leadership Development Programs and is a frequent speaker on leadership. In his coaching practice, Ed has worked with executives in networking, human resources, finance, and customer service. He has also facilitated retreats and development planning for numerous leadership teams. Ed has a master’s degree in education and counseling from the University of Dayton in Dayton, Ohio. His bachelor’s degree combined business and English, which mirrors his career in education and businesses large and small.

Mary Ann Moore - Senior Consultant
Mary Ann has over 25 years experience facilitating organizational change through leadership development, executive coaching, and team building. Before forming Moore Consulting Group, she served as an organization development consultant and executive coach for three Fortune 100 companies. Mary Ann has conducted executive leadership development programs incorporating indoor and outdoor experiential learning in both union and nonunion environments. Along with coaching leaders at all levels, she has worked with organizations in the U.S., Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, New Zealand, and South America. She is a graduate and former program director of the Coro Center for Civic Leadership's Women in Leadership Program, and is also on the faculty of the Keller Graduate School of Management. Mary Ann holds a Master of Fine Arts from George Washington University and a BA from Marquette University.