The Children’s Home of Jefferson County (CHJC) has introduced the newest addition to its executive team, appointing LISA MCCARTY as human resources director. She is a critical member of the nonprofit agency’s leadership team, participating in strategic change initiatives. McCarty will provide leadership and supervision for the agency’s human resources department, including staff development and training personnel, recruiting, and daily oversight. Additionally, McCarty will conduct research and analysis of organizational trends and monitor and ensure the agency’s compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. She received her bachelor’s degree in human-resources management from SUNY Empire State College and is an alumnus of Jefferson Community College. McCarty worked in human resources began in the staffing industry and successfully moved into the engineering, manufacturing, and healthcare industry. She has worked in the human-resource profession for over 25 years. McCarty is a certified human resource professional through the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) and instructs SHRM certification courses at Jefferson Community College. 

MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, has added KELLY HYLAND as training coordinator. In this role, Kelly will provide support to MACNY’s growing training department by coordinating with best-in-class instructors to provide training and workshops for MACNY members and the manufacturing and business community. As an accomplished instructor and training professional with over 10 years of experience, Hyland is focused on bringing high-quality development opportunities to MACNY members that exceed their expectations. She will serve as a strong connection between various training partners and MACNY’s members — making sure they have the training and development opportunities they need and want. Prior to joining MACNY, Hyland was the training coordinator & safety manager at All Seasonings Ingredients, where she developed and administered employee training, managed safety programs, and maintained a health program for all staff members. She also has an extensive background as an educator and teaching assistant. Hyland holds a master’s degree in biology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Bucknell University.