HROA Fetes Award Winners at Recent Gala; Winners Lauded for Taking Action in Challenging Times

EDISON, NJ--(Marketwire - May 12, 2009) - The HROA today announced the winners of its annual HROA Awards, which were unveiled during last week's Awards Gala at the Russian Tea Room. The 2009 HROA Awards theme was "Be Innovative," honoring individuals and organizations that have exhibited a commitment to innovation within the HRO industry.

The award winners across 11 categories are:

--  Benefits Relationship of the Year: 3M and Hewitt
--  Buyer Executive of the Year, Large Market: Anthony Mazzeo, Bristol
    Myers Squibb
--  Buyer Executive of the Year, Mid Market: Lisa Knutson, The E.W.
    Scripps Company
--  Customer Relationship of the Year, Large Market: GE Money and KellyOCG
--  Customer Relationship of the Year, Mid Market: The E.W. Scripps
    Company and ADP
--  Learning Relationship of the Year: DTE Energy and Raytheon
    Professional Services
--  Payroll Relationship of the Year: Analog Devices and ADP
--  Person of the Year: Jeanne Fedoryk, Johnson & Johnson
--  Provider Executive of the Year: Mary Sue Rogers, IBM
--  Technology Relationship of the Year: NorthgateArinso and SAP AG
--  Thought Leader of the Year: Eric Delafortrie, NorthgateArinso
    

"Once again the HROA Awards recognize the best in HR Operations, Outsourcing and Shared Services," said Ernie Lareau, Chairman of the HROA. "Our peer-review process, combined with an open vote of our membership, consistently selects the thought leaders in this field."

Global Executive Director, HROA, Richard Crespin, added, "The 2009 award winners deserve exceptional recognition for their innovation during challenging economic times. As HRO continues to evolve, the HROA will be at the forefront of its momentum to help our members define and drive best practices."

More information about the HROA and the recent Awards Gala can be accessed at www.hroa.org.

About the HROA

The HROA is the definitive independent organization for all those who purchase, provide, or participate in HR transformation and outsourcing. The mission of the European Chapter is to educate, promote research, publish, recognize, and provide networking opportunities to foster professionalism in HR transformation and HR outsourcing across Europe. Its membership encompasses over 7,500 HR executives, including the largest 50 buyers, the top 30 providers, the leading sourcing advisors and attorneys, and the best thought leaders in HR Transformation. The HROA brings its diverse membership together to set standards and practices, provide peer networking, and maintain a robust curriculum.

For information about the HROA, visit www.hroa.org.