Julie's Bio

Julie Magnuson is the founding member of SDRR, and has held the position of SDRR Chairperson since the group was founded in 1998.

Mrs. Magnuson is President of Magnuson Enterprises Ltd, which owns and operates SDRR and Magnuson Consulting. Mrs. Magnuson has over 12 years of experience in Human Resources, and has operated a successful HR Consulting practice in San Diego since 2001. Mrs. Magnuson's experience has mostly been in High Tech and Biotech. In addition to supporting clients directly in a HR Management capacity, Mrs. Magnuson has also been an HR Consultant for 7 years with Alcock & McFadden Employment Consultants reporting to Mary Alcock, President. Prior to consulting, Mrs. Magnuson was Director of Human Resources for a 2500 person employer in Poway.

Lynette's Bio

Ms. Bowman has served as Vice President, Human Resources at Pacira since its inception. She has almost 20 years of experience as an HR professional, with most of her management experience coming from the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries in both small entrepreneurial start-ups and large global organizations.

Ms. Bowman transitioned from the VP of HR position she held at SkyePharma, Inc. since 2003. Prior to joining SkyePharma, Ms. Bowman held HR director positions at other San Diego companies including Women First Healthcare, Inc., Anacomp, Inc., Comprehensive Health Center, and Builder Brothers, Inc.

Ms. Bowman has an MBA with an emphasis in human resources from National University and a BA in interdisciplinary studies and liberal arts from the University of California, Davis and National University.

Brandon's Bio

For Brandon Moreno, his work as a distinguished consultant, motivational speaker, and empowerment coach isn't just a job, it's a mission. After logging nearly two decades as an exceptional Human Resources, staffing, and organizational development professional, he developed a unique fusion of heart-driven business savvy to take organizations to the next level - guiding people to unleash their powerful inner resources. To his delight, clients from Fortune 500 companies to cultural creatives are embracing his Leading Edge Thought principles and techniques.

A graduate of the University of LaVerne, Mr. Moreno holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and management. He also completed a Human Resources Management Certificate from Chapman University and graduate courses in global leadership at the University of San Diego. Mr. Moreno is a Certified Mediator through the San Diego Superior Court Panel and the National Conflict Resolution Center. Mr. Moreno's work has been featured several times in the San Diego Business Journal and other trade publications. He is a member of the International Coaching Federation as well as the National Speakers Association and is considered one of the top inspirational speakers today. For more information, visit: www.yourthoughtsbecome.com

Mona's Bio

Mona M. Melanson, SPHR started Aviso HR Associates, LLC after working in corporate human resources management in a number of different industries in the U.S. and overseas for over 20 years. Aviso HR specializes in providing an array of talent management and organizational change management services that achieve results and are tailored to the critical business needs of its clients. During its inaugural year, Mona completed HR projects for organizations such as SKF Condition Monitoring Inc., a small nutraceutical company, a construction services firm, and the City of Carlsbad.

Mona Melanson earned her B.A. from George Washington University in Washington D.C. and her M.A. from Kean University in New Jersey. In 1998, Mona achieved Lifetime Certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR).

In addition to serving on the SDRR board, Mona is a board member of the ASTD San Diego chapter serving as Programs Director. In the past, she was a board member of San Diego SHRM. Mona has been a speaker or panelist on a variety of HR and related topics for various local and national groups. Four of her career development articles were published by the Wall Street Journal's National Business Employment Weekly. For more information, please go to: www.avisohr.com

Carole's Bio

Carole Trilling is the founder of The Alliance Group, Inc., a human
resources consulting firm providing solutions to companies that are
experiencing significant growth and change. Carole has over 20 years
of generalist experience supporting a broad spectrum of companies and
various industries throughout San Diego.

Carole is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
and earned a certificate in International Human Resources Management
from the Institute of International Human Resources. She holds a
Bachelors degree from Oregon State University.

Carole is a member of the national and local chapters of SHRM,
Compensation & Benefits Association of San Diego and the
San Diego Recruiters Roundtable.

Erick's Bio

Erick Magnuson joined SDRR in 2001 as CTO, when SDRR first launched its initial website. Mr. Magnuson has managed and created all of SDRR's technical presence and continues to be responsible for the creative and technical direction of the website.

Mr. Magnuson is also a Sr. Programmer Analyst at UCSD Facilities Design and Construction and has over 10 years of IT Design, management and programming experience. Mr. Magnuson also provides IT Consulting services to small employers in San Diego. Prior to joining UCSD FDC 6 years ago, Mr. Magnuson worked in the High Tech industry with several start ups to develop their IT infrastructure.

Joe's Bio

Mr. Parker has more than 15 years of experience in complex commercial, real estate, and labor and employment litigation and counseling. He has substantial trial and arbitration experience, including alternative dispute resolution forums. Mr. Parker’s litigation experience covers a wide range, including business torts, land use/environmental actions, corporate partnership/LLC litigation, and defense of employment-related suits.

Mr. Parker’s land use/environmental practice encompasses all aspects of permitting and regulatory proceedings, with an emphasis in the wireless infrastructure industry. He has substantial experience with CERCLA cost recovery litigation, defense of PRP groups at Superfund sites, and negotiation/litigation of land use disputes, including CEQA actions. His practice includes administrative proceedings, general compliance counseling, and negotiation of remediation actions. Mr. Parker also has extensive experience litigating individual and class action claims brought under the Americans with Disabilities Act relating to accessibility requirements. His work in this area includes counseling owners/operators of public accommodations, including the formulation of internal accessibility audits and barrier removal programs.

Mr. Parker’s labor and employment practice encompasses all aspects of employment law, with special emphasis in state and federal court proceedings and employer counseling. He regularly counsels employers on management of internal investigations, preventive personnel practices and administration of employment policies and regulations. Mr. Parker also prepares employment agreements, personnel handbooks, and confidentiality agreements. He has considerable experience in matters relating to temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, as well as in hearings before EEOC, DFEH, OSHA, and the California Labor Commissioner.

Mr. Parker representative experience includes both large and small companies engaged in telecommunications, hospitality, manufacturing, oil refining, hazardous and solid waste management and disposal, and high technology.