The primary purpose of SIPMA is to provide personnel professionals with a forum for continuing education and skills development. The meetings are centered on programs presented by interesting, dynamic, well-informed speakers. SIPMA has arranged various tours of facilities and manufacturing plants in the area. Meeting topics have included:

• Managed Care and Health Insurance Reform
• Worker's Compensation
• Family Medical Leave Act
• Unemployment Appeals Hearings
• Safety and Wellness
• Workplace Violence
• Employment Law and New Legislation

SIPMA also offers a scholarship program for qualifying students majoring in a Human Resource or Business Administration related field. For details and to apply:

Scholarship Information Letter (PDF).

Scholarship Application  (PDF).

2012 Human Resource Conference  (PDF).