Type Of Business:
Labor relations consulting company
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Consultation and promotion of labor-management and employee relations
Major Product/SVS:
Advisory and consulting services for federal management
Hobbies/Sports:
Boating; Traveling
Affiliations Awards:
Association of Technical and Supervisory Professionals; Society of Federal Labor Relations Professionals; Local President, American Federation of Government Employees; Representative, Headquarters Level Committee, National Joint Council of Food Inspector Locals
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlights of his career was being a an AFGE local president and part of the national team that developed the first union-granted exclusive recognition in the federal government, the National Joint Council of Food Inspection Locals.
Charity:
Free Innocent Inmates
Number Of Years In Profession:
54
Number Of Years In Current Position:
22
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his hard work and work ethic instilled in him by his family.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because of his interest in labor relations.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Elam's career with the U.S. Department of Agriculture spanned 30 years. During that time, he enjoyed a series of promotions from his initial position as a food inspector to director of labor relations, where he directed and controlled the labor relations program for 6,500 employees. He has conducted many training seminars and rendered technical assistance to agencies of the federal government. He is a nationally renowned labor relations consultant, curriculum designer and motivational speaker who has conducted workshops for the Federal Personnel Management Institute and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. He is skilled in creative problem analysis and effective problem resolution. Recently he successfully developed and guided the U.S. District Corps of Engineers Labor Relations Program. He has received numerous national awards from the National Society of Federal Labor Relations Professionals and Award of Excellence in Washington, D.C.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Training; Conducting seminars; Reviewing programs; Consulting and advising management in federal labor relations
Education Certifications:
Certification, The Ohio State University
Awards/Honors:
Outstanding Achievement Award, U.S. Department of Agriculture; Award for Most Improved Labor Relations Program, Federal Sector
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Elam hopes to grow professionally.