Instructors for the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP Prep Course are authorized by the Society of Human Resource Management. Information concerning instructors for upcoming courses will be provided when the information becomes available.
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Donna Gray, SHRM-CP
Donna began her HR career in 1998, and has progressively developed her US and Canadian HR expertise in hospitality, gaming, government, and consulting environments. She is experienced in working with companies of all sizes and cultures, and really enjoys bringing effective solutions to a wide range of HR challenges. While employee relations has been her ‘go-HR’ strength throughout her career, she has also successfully managed recruiting, training, compensation and benefit functions.
Donna received her Bachelor of Science in Honors Psychology from St. Mary’s University, and she holds several certifications, including the SHRM-SCP, SPHR-ca and Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS).
Donna stays very active in her local HR community through teaching the SHRM HR Prep Course at CSU Channel Islands, and through her board service with the Professionals in Human Resources Association’s (PIHRA) Ventura County Chapter.
Donna resides in Camarillo, CA with her husband and two dogs. As fitness and food enthusiast, she enjoys being outdoors in the California sunshine, hiking, camping, cooking, traveling and reading.
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Alison Norrup, SHRM-SCP
Alison has over 20 years of Human Resources expertise across organizations of varying sizes and industries, including Aerospace and Aviation, Biotech, Cosmetics, Healthcare, and Technology. She is highly skilled in aligning HR initiatives with broader organizational strategic objectives and her experience also encompasses the management of talent acquisition, benefits and wellness programs, training, compensation, compliance, environmental health and safety, employee retention, and employee relations.
Alison received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an option in Human Resource Management from California State University, Northridge. In addition, she has earned several professional certifications, including the SHRM-SCP and SPHR.
She remains actively engaged in her local HR community by instructing the SHRM HR Prep Course at CSU Channel Islands and serving on the board of the Professionals in Human Resources Association (PIHRA), Woodland Hills Chapter. Alison resides in Newbury Park, CA with her husband and their pets. She enjoys travel, culinary pursuits, the arts, volunteering, and spending time with family and friends.