Debra manages the Employment Law and Research groups and serves on Trusight’s membership and management advisory teams. She knows that creating a healthy work environment allows everyone at Trusight to do their best, create the most powerful results, and provide an excellent customer experience for Trusight’s clients. Debra thrives in a dynamic environment and is continuously learning. She has the unique ability to prioritize and hone in on her client’s specific needs in order to give them the best results possible.
Prior to joining Trusight, Debra’s experience encompassed both public and private sectors and various industries. She has worked at the Minnesota Department of Human Rights, Hennepin County, Northwest Airlines, and The Pillsbury Company.
Fun fact about Debra: She is an avid jewelry maker.
Education:
Graduate Coursework, University of Minnesota and St. Catherine University
Bachelor of Arts, English, Metropolitan State University
Selected Publications & Presentations:
“Important Decision Regarding Scope of Compliance Reviews,” Employers Association’s Newsletter, September 2010
“The DOL Proposes New Proactive Compliance Obligations to ‘Plan, Prevent and Protect’,” Employers Association’s Newsletter, June 2010
“FMLA’s Military Family Leave Provisions are Expanded, Changes Effective upon Enactment,” Employers Association’s Newsletter, December 2009
“U.S. Supreme Court Makes it Tougher to Prove Age Discrimination under Federal Law,” Employers Association’s Newsletter, July 2009
“EEOC Charges Hit Record Highs: Is Your Organization Vulnerable?,” Employers Association’s Newsletter, May 2009
“Your Organization may Have Affirmative Action Obligations that You Didn’t Realize,” Employers Association’s Newsletter, December 2008
“Congress Expands Americans with Disabilities Act,” Employers Association’s Newsletter, October 2008
“Minnesota Supreme Court Issues Decision on Sexual Harassment: What’s an Employer to Do?,” Employers Association’s Newsletter, July 2008
“Case Study: Is an Employer Liable for Third Party Harassment?,” Employers Association’s Newsletter, May 2008
“Race Discrimination Case Results in Landmark $2.5 Million Settlement,” Employers Association’s Newsletter, 2008
“Policies: Making the Case for Writing it Down,” Employers Association’s Newsletter, September 2007
Professional Activities:
Affirmative Action Compliance Council, Member of Industry Liaison Group
Human Resource Professionals of Minnesota, Member
Certifications & Honors:
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Community Involvement:
Opportunity Partners, Board of Directors
